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10 Top Nigerian Celebs Reveal Plans For 2022

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4 years ago

January 21, 2022

A New Year presents a moment to set goals and resolutions. The NATION writes on the plans of 10 Nigerian entertainers for 2022 as well as motivational tips.

RMD has only one wish for 2022

For veteran actor Richard Mofe Damijo aka RMD, he has only one wish and resolution for the year 2022.

According to the 60-year-old actor, striving to be a better person is his primary goal for the New Year.

“I am looking forward to a more impactful year in 2022. I really don’t make resolutions but I have only one resolution in my world and in my life, which is to always be better always.”

Continuing, he said: “I just strive to be a better person every year and every time I have a chance to do so.”

The thespian, who recently celebrated his 21st marriage anniversary with his wife, also took to his Instagram page on New Year eve to motivate his fans, urging them to pursue their dreams.

“Happy New Year folks! Whatever you dream of go for it. Live. Love. Pray. Believe And Trust in God.”

Toyin Abraham turns mentor in 2022

Actress Toyin Abraham-Ajeyemi entered the New Year as a mentor to fans.

The mother of one continues to share wellness tips to help her fans kick-start 2022.

The ‘Alakada’ actress urged her fans to do what will make them happy in the New Year.

“Do what makes you happy. Help people, support people, come through when you are needed, go where you are wanted, do everything you want to do because at the end of the day, you will be alone in the grave and no one will go in the grave with you,” she noted.

She also advised her followers and fans on social media to stop reading meaning to everything and learn to let people be themselves in 2022.

Burna Boy to quit social media in 2022

Though Grammy Award winner, Burna Boy kicked down the door of 2022 with a feud with Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale, he was able to make peace almost immediately. The duo had engaged in social media rants for days, hence, forcing him to resolve to log off social media for the rest of 2022.

The ‘Africa Giant’ apologised to fans and industry watchers for challenging a fellow African artiste in a fight.

“I’m sorry everyone. I don’t do this type of shit. Fighting a pig will only leave you dirty. The pig is used to dirt. I really let this pig get to me. But I promise, this is the last time I will ever allow myself to stoop to this level,” he said.

Continuing he wrote: “I will not be seeing social media at all this year. I’m out. See you all in real life.”

Recently, the 30-year-old singer admitted that he had caused people pain in the past and promised to be the cause of joy to people henceforth.

It’s all love on Uche Ogbodo’s mind

Actress Uche Ogbodo is elated about the New Year.

According to the mother of two who recently relayed her close shave with death after battling with acute Angioedema disorder in 2020 said the New Year is about love.

“It’s all love on my end,” she expressed. “When people come to my page I am 100 percent certain they walk away better and with a more positive approach to life because I only post about real-life situations that happen to me in order to influence positively and encourage people who might be going through some issues in their lives.”

Omosexy continues to live on her terms

In the wake of January 2022, Nollywood diva Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde aka Omosexy shared an adorable picture of herself on Instagram to delight her teeming fans.

She also noted that she will continue to live on her own terms, stating “Just a girl living life on her own terms. Happy New Year Everybody. May this be our best year yet!”

Lateef Adedimeji is ready for the best year

One of the newest grooms in town is sterling actor Lateef Adedimeji.

The ‘Ayinla’ star cruised into 2022 as a married man, and decided to say a prayer for himself in the wake of the New Year.

“Hello 2022, be better than 2021, without the infections and the viruses but with blessings and lots of energy to go a step further… I’m ready for the best year yet.”

2022 is fresh start for Tonto Dikeh

For controversial actress Tonto Dikeh the New Year is a fresh start.

The mother of one has decided to set out new rules for the year 2022.

“2022 is a fresh start for me, I would not tolerate no nuisances but would be calm as still waters, rough as great tidings, love like no other, patient like a dove and angry when pushed like a hungry eagle stepped on,” she said.

Tonto also enunciated how happy she is going to be throughout 2022.

“This is how happy I am gonna be throughout 2022, if you hear anything about me. Please believe it because I would have more time having fun and raising a dynamic King than confronting things that don’t and can’t pay my bills. I’ll match negative energies with success and strive to be the best I can be with zero competition with my fellow.”

Tana Adelana says staying alive is a win

Beautiful actress, Tana Adelana has advised her fans to stop comparing their achievements with others in 2022.

The ‘Two brides and a baby’ star noted that social media will be flooded with people announcing their wins hence fans shoud not be intimidated about the trend.

“I know we are in the yearly recap phase on social media and everyone’s announcing their biggest wins, but please don’t compare yourself and your progress to others. If your biggest achievement was just staying alive, then that’s a win too.”

Whitemoney’s goal is to win a Grammy

All eyes are on Big Brother Naija ‘Shine Ya Eye’ winner, Hazel ‘Whitemoney’ Onou who vowed to win a Grammy award.

In a recent interview, the reality TV star boasted about winning the prestigious award in 2022.

The 29-year-old singer also warned his critics not to compare him to former winners of BBNaija.

“By this time next year, I’ll get a Grammy Awards, Isha Allah,” Whitemoney said last year.

“A lot of hate comments fly around claiming that every housemate that comes out of Big Brother wants to go into music. The thing is, I do not just want to go into music; I have been in music before I auditioned for the show. It’s just that I didn’t have the platform like every other up-and-coming artist.

“I went into Big Brother to leverage on their platform so people should not compare me with past winners of BBNaija,” he cautioned.

Tiwa Savage: Be careful who you tell your problems

Afrobeat vocalist Tiwa Savage has advised her fans to beware of who they confide in 2022.

The 41-year-old songstress warned that they should be careful who they trust and tell their problems to, saying that not everyone who smiles at you is your friend.

She wrote: “Just remember a listening ear can also be a running mouth.”

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Amy Winehouse’s Father Fues Her Friends For Auctioning Late Star’s Clothes

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December 9, 2025

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The father of late British singer Amy Winehouse Tuesday defended his UK lawsuit against two of her friends after they sold some of her clothes at auction for around £730,000 ($970,000).

Mitch Winehouse told the High Court in London that Naomi Parry, the star’s former stylist, and her friend, Catriona Gourlay, did not have the right to sell dozens of items in auctions between November 2021 and May 2023.

Lawyer Henry Legge, acting for Winehouse, told the court on Monday, the first day of the trial, that the two women sold 150 objects which had belonged to Winehouse, including dresses which she wore on her last tour in June 2011.

The British singer-songwriter, who enjoyed meteoric global success, died a month later from alcohol poisoning, aged just 27.

Winehouse was a distinctive figure with her beehive hairdo, heavy black eye makeup, multiple tattoos and smoky voice.

She shot to international fame with her Grammy Award-winning 2006 album “Back to Black” which included the track “Rehab”, charting her battle with addiction.

According to court documents, Winehouse believed that any sums collected from the sales organised by Los Angeles-based Julien’s Auctions would be due to him.

The auctioneers had also been told that a third of the proceeds would be donated to the Amy Winehouse Foundation — a charity set up in the singer’s name working with young people to foster hope and self-reliance.

However, Winehouse’s team accused the women of failing to donate the share of proceeds to the foundation.

– ‘You’re wrong’ –

Ted Loveday, lawyer for Gourlay, said that most of the objects had been given or lent to the two women by the singer, even if there was no proof.

“If a 19-year-old gives a scarf or a pair of earrings to their friends, no one signs a contract,” he told the court on Monday, stressing the singer’s generosity.

Gourlay and Parry met Amy Winehouse in the early 2000s, before she shot to fame. Parry went on to create some of the singer’s most iconic looks — including the green bamboo dress worn on the June 2011 tour which sold at auction for $243, 200.

Beth Grossman, the lawyer for Parry, said the two “women are not thieves and they are not dishonest”.

She accused Winehouse of bringing the lawsuit against the women out of “petty jealousy”, which he strongly denied on Tuesday, saying “you’re wrong”.

Grossman also highlighted the financial differences between the multi-millionaire Mitch Winehouse and the two women who are “living pretty much hand to mouth”.

The hearing is set to last until Friday, with a judgement due at a later date.
(AFP)

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FULL LIST: Shallipopi, Belove Olocha, Malumfoodie Win Big At TikTok Awards 2025

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2 days ago

December 8, 2025

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TikTok has announced the full list of winners for the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa, with Nigerian stars Shallipopi, Belove Olocha and South Africa’s Malumfoodie taking home some of the biggest honours of the night.

The ceremony held on December 6 in Johannesburg and attracted top creators, performers and industry figures from across the continent. The theme for this year’s event was New Era, New Icons.

The show featured performances from Ciza, Lord Kez, Thuli P, DJ Fif Laa and Thabsie. South African entertainer Bontle Modiselle Moloi hosted the event while Keegan Gordon and Zayaan Noorani handled the red carpet. Influencer Mihlali Ndamase made a surprise appearance to present the Video of the Year award. Olympian Akani Simbine also presented the Sport Creator of the Year category.

Brands including NIVEA, inDrive, Coca-Cola, PEP and Dis-Chem supported the awards.

TikTok’s Head of Content Operations for Sub-Saharan Africa, Boniswa Sidwaba, said the platform is recognising creators who are shaping global conversations.

She said, “Tonight’s ceremony was a gathering of the trailblazers who have redefined what it means to be a creator in Africa. From Sokoto to Nairobi, and Accra to Pretoria, we honoured the creators who turned 60-second clips into cultural movements. We are honoured to celebrate them as they amplify their voices and take their stories from Africa to the world.”

The ceremony will be rebroadcast on December 11 at 20:00 SAST on TikTok LIVE through the @tiktok.africa account.

FULL LIST OF WINNERS

Creator of the Year
Raja’atu Muhammed Ibrahim @diaryofanortherncook (Nigeria)

Storyteller of the Year
Brian Nwana @briannwana (Nigeria)
He said, “Every single creator is a storyteller. We all tell stories that help drive the local communities, our cities, and our countries, and when we do that we change the perception that the world has about us”.

Video of the Year
Fanuel John Masamaki @zerobrainer0 (Tanzania)
He said, “I am truly grateful to my fans and the love I have received from Tanzanians. Thank you so much . This win was for all of us.”

Rising Star of the Year
@tunero_animations (Kenya)
Runner up: Esther Francis @estherfrancisbackup (Nigeria)

Social Impact Creator of the Year
Dejoke Ogunbiyi @noositiwantiwa_ (Nigeria)
Runner up: Sinethemba Masinga @ufarm_julia (South Africa)

Food Creator of the Year
@malumfoodie (South Africa)
He said, “From my humble beginnings of Haamanskraal, to Soshanguve and to all of South Africa, now we are in Africa!”

Runner up: Abena Amoakoaa Sintim Aboagye @chefabbys (Ghana)

Sports Creator of the Year
John Maingi Mbugua @zozasportscast (Kenya)
He said, “Winning isn’t the finish line, it’s fuel for the next chapter. Every piece of content, every discussion, every moment captured was driven by passion, and receiving this recognition means that passion is resonating far beyond my expectations.”

Runner up: Victor Ademola @ademolavictortv (Nigeria)

Entertainment Creator of the Year
Belove Olocha @beloveolocha (Nigeria)
Runner up: Jabulani Macdonald @jabu_macdonald (South Africa)

Education Creator of the Year
Izzi Boye @izziboye (Nigeria)
Runner up: @michelle_expert (South Africa)

Artiste of the Year
Crown Uzama @theycallmeshallipopipp (Nigeria)
He said, “Thank you, TikTok, for supporting all upcoming artists and giving them a spotlight to shine.”

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TikTok Temporarily Restricts Late Night Live Feature In Nigeria

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2 days ago

December 8, 2025

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TikTok has restricted late-night LIVE access for Nigerian users, as the platform now blocks the feature during peak night hours.

The restriction started on Sunday at midnight when the app quietly shut down all LIVE activities across Nigeria, leaving accounts unable to host or even watch late night streams.

According to an in-app message sent to creators, TikTok wrote, “We’re temporarily limiting LIVE late at night in Nigeria as part of our investigation to ensure our platform remains safe and our community stays protected.”

Many affected users shared that their screens showed a “No Access” label between 11pm and 5am, confirming that the shutdown was nationwide and not a technical glitch.

Reports showed that only creators with at least 1,000 followers received the notice, since they are the only ones allowed to host LIVE sessions on the platform.

Several of them confirmed that all LIVE activities stopped throughout the night, and no one could even view broadcasts from other countries during the restriction.

TikTok users who earn money through LIVE gifting said their balances were not touched, easing fears of sudden financial loss.

By Monday morning, LIVE access returned, but the whole situation triggered long conversations on social media as Nigerians questioned why the company picked late night hours, which usually record the highest traffic for match streams, entertainment shows and interactive trends.

TikTok’s latest move came a few weeks after the platform released fresh safety figures for West Africa at its Safety Summit in Dakar, Senegal.

The company revealed that in the second quarter of 2025, it took action against 2,321,813 LIVE sessions and 1,040,356 creators worldwide for breaking LIVE monetisation rules.

It also disclosed that Nigeria alone recorded 49,512 banned LIVE sessions within the same period.

TikTok added that it removed 3,780,426 Nigerian videos between April and June 2025 for violating Community Guidelines, noting that 98.7 percent were deleted before anyone viewed them, while 91.9 percent were taken down within 24 hours.

TikTok LIVE remains a popular feature among young users because it allows real time broadcasting, comments and gifting, unlike pre-recorded videos.

To go LIVE, a creator generally needs at least 1,000 followers, must be above 16 years to stream and above 18 years to earn money.