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10 Top Nigerian Celebs Reveal Plans For 2022

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2 years ago

January 21, 2022

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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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Tears, As Jnr. Pope Is Laid To Rest In Enugu

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

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The sleepy town of Uwala Abaka, Ukehe, in Nsukka, Igboetiti Local Government Area of Enugu State, was enveloped by sadness and grief, as the remains of one of their illustrious sons, actor John Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope was laid to rest.

The burial rites commenced at 10 am with a commendation mass at St. Peter’s Catholic Parish, Ukehe, and lying-in-state at his father’s compound, where family members, well-wishers, colleagues and friends had the final glimpse of the late actor before the body was moved to a private venue for internment at about 1.30 pm.

The atmosphere at the burial ceremony was somber as colleagues and fans gathered to pay their final respects to the late actor.

The late actor’s wife, Jennifer Awele couldn’t back tears as she was sighted weeping profusely at the commencement of the final funeral procession.

Her first son, who was trying to console his mother by wiping the tears off her face, equally broke down in tears. Unfortunately, some of the A-list actors and actresses, including the leadership of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, were visibly missing at the burial ceremony.

The 43-year-old actor died alongside four other people on April 10, after their boat capsized in the Anam River, in Anambra State, while returning from a movie shoot.

Speaking at the burial ceremony, veteran actress Rita Edochie said that she was heartbroken when she heard the sad news of Junior Pope’s death.

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Spiderman: Reactions As Portable Releases New Track Following Arrest [Listen To Audio]

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

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Street-pop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has released a new song following his recent arrest by the Lagos State Police Command for failing to settle a debt related to the purchase of a G-Wagon.

It was gathered that Portable had paid only N13 million after purchasing the vehicle, which was worth N27 million. He was said to have refused to pay the N14 million balance.

Recall that the Lagos State police command released the singer on bail, on Thursday, after spending a night in custody.

Portable, in an Instagram post on Thursday, released a snippet of a new song, Spider Man.

The song, produced by 2tuponthebeat, hints at the singer’s agility and ability to “fly” over obstacles, referencing how he evaded arrest by jumping over a gate.

Recall that Portable released the track ‘I’m Not A Prisoner’ following his arrest in 2023 after failing to honour several police invitations.

Nigerians react

Portable just dropped a new song. He used the voice over from his arrest video as the intro. I said it yesterday, this guy doesn’t disappoint. Spiderman.

— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) May 16, 2024
Portable don drop new song called Spiderman. He even used the voice over from his arrest video as the intro. You can’t shame the shameless.

— ✞ (@Deyvxxd_)
If all artists turned their experiences into songs like Portable does, they won’t struggle with their catalogue.

— Oluwatomisin 🦋 (@tomifab_)

It’s a bad thing to owe, evade arrest and to be an “Onigbese”.But Portable knows how to flip the narrative in his favour.

He understands that attention is the currency of marketing.#portable#spiderman

— Kehinde Ajose (@iamkenniajose)

In this era, it’s never about how good or talented you are anymore; it’s more about how long you can hold people’s attention. Interestingly, Portable has been able to do that consistently since he got his break in 2021 and has chosen not to leave the limelight anytime soon.

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[FULL LIST] BET Awards 2024: Burna Boy, Asake, Others Bag Nominations As Drake, Nicki Minaj Lead

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May 16, 2024

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Afrobeats superstar, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy has secured two nominations for the 2024 BET Awards.

The ‘African giant’ featured in the Best Male Hip Hop Artist and Best Male R&B/POP Artist categories.

The singer is joined by fellow Nigerian acts – Asake, Ayra Starr and Seyi Vibez.

BET announced the 2024 BET Awards nominees on Thursday as Drake leads the nominations with seven, while Nicki Minaj has six.

BET also announced the performance lineup for this year’s awards, including GloRilla, Latto, Muni Long, Sexyy Red, Shaboozey, and Victoria Monét.

The BET Awards 2024, will air live on BET on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at 8 p.m. (European Time).

See the full list of nominations below:

BEST MALE HIP HOP ARTIST

21 Savage
Burna Boy
Drake
Future
Gunna
J. Cole
Kendrick Lamar
Lil Wayne

BEST FEMALE HIP HOP ARTIST

Cardi B
Doja Cat
GloRilla
Ice Spice
Latto
Megan Thee Stallion
Nicki Minaj
Sexyy Red

BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT

Asake (Africa)
Aya Nakamura (France)
Ayra Starr (Africa)
Bk’ (Brazil)
Cleo Sol (UK)
Focalistic (Africa)
Karol Conká (Brazil)
Raye (UK)
Tiakola (France)
Tyla (Africa)

BEST NEW ARTIST

41
4batz
Ayra Starr
Bossman Dlow
Fridayy
October London
Sexyy Red
Tyla

ALBUM OF THE YEAR

11:11, Chris Brown
A Gift & A Curse, Gunna
American Dream, 21 Savage
Coming Home, Usher
For All The Dogs (Scary Hours Edition), Drake
Jaguar Ii, Victoria Monét
Michael, Killer Mike
Pink Friday 2, Nicki Minaj

BEST FEMALE R&B/POP ARTIST

Beyoncé
Coco Jones
Doja Cat
H.E.R.
Muni Long
Sza
Tyla
Victoria Monét

BEST MALE R&B/POP ARTIST

Brent Faiyaz
Bryson Tiller
Burna Boy
Chris Brown
Drake
Fridayy
October London
Usher

BEST GROUP

¥$, Ye, Ty Dolla $Ign
2 Chainz & Lil Wayne
41
Blxst & Bino Rideaux
City Girls
Flo
Maverick City Music
Wanmor

BEST COLLABORATION

All My Life, Lil Durk Feat. J. Cole
America Has A Problem (Remix, Beyoncé Feat. Kendrick Lamar
Barbie World, Nicki Minaj & Ice Spice (With Aqua)
Bongos, Cardi B Feat. Megan Thee Stallion
Carnival, ¥$, Ye, Ty Dolla $Ign Feat. Rich The Kid, Playboi Carti
Don’t Play With It (Remix), Lola Brooke Feat. Latto & Yung Miami
Everybody, Nicki Minaj Feat. Lil Uzi Vert
Good Good, Usher, Summer Walker & 21 Savage
Rich Baby Daddy, Drake Feat. Sexyy Red & Sza

VIDEO OF THE YEAR

Agora Hills, Doja Cat
All My Life, Lil Durk Feat. J. Cole
Barbie World, Nicki Minaj & Ice Spice (With Aqua)

Bongos, Cardi B Feat. Megan Thee Stallion

First Person Shooter, Drake Feat. J. Cole
Good Good, Usher, Summer Walker & 21 Savage
On My Mama, Victoria Monét
Rich Baby Daddy, Drake Feat. Sexyy Red & Sza

VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR

Benny Boom
Child.
Cole Bennett
Dave Meyers
Janelle Monáe & Alan Ferguson
Offset
Tems
Tyler, The Creator

DR. BOBBY JONES BEST GOSPEL/INSPIRATIONAL AWARD

Award All Of The Glory, Shirley Caesar
All Things, Kirk Franklin
Angel, Halle Bailey
Come Jesus Come, Cece Winans
Do You Believe In Love?, Erica Campbell
God Problems, Maverick City Music, Naomi Raine & Chandler Moore
Me & U, Tems
Try Love, Kirk Franklin

VIEWER’S CHOICE AWARD

Agora Hills, Doja Cat
All My Life, Lil Durk Feat. J. Cole
Gunna, Fukumean
Lovin On Me, Jack Harlow
Made For Me, Muni Long
On My Mama, Victoria Monét
Rich Baby Daddy, Drake Feat. Sexyy Red & Sza
Sensational, Chris Brown Feat. Davido & Lojay
Texas Hold ‘Em, Beyoncé
Water, Tyla

VIEWER’S CHOICE: BEST NEW INTERNATIONAL ACT

Bellah (UK)
Cristale (UK)
Duquesa (Brazil)
Holly G (France)
Jungeli (France)
Makhadzi (Africa)
Oruam (Brazil)
Seyi Vibez (Africa)
Tyler Icu (Africa)

BET HER

16 Carriages, Beyoncé
Blessings, Nicki Minaj Feat. Tasha Cobbs Leonard
Commas, Ayra Starr
Fly Girl, Flo Feat. Missy Elliott
Hiss, Megan Thee Stallion
On My Mama, Victoria Monét
Saturn, Sza
Yeah Glo!, GloRilla

BEST MOVIE

American Fiction
Bob Marley: One Love
Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse
The Book Of Clarence
The Color Purple
The Equalizer 3
The Little Mermaid

BEST ACTOR

Anthony Mackie
Colman Domingo
Damson Idris
Denzel Washington
Donald Glover
Idris Elba
Jeffrey Wright
Lakeith Stanfield

BEST ACTRESS

Angela Bassett
Ayo Edebiri
Coco Jones
Danielle Brooks
Fantasia
Halle Bailey
Issa Rae
Regina King

YOUNGSTARS AWARD

Akira Akbar
Blue Ivy Carter
Demi Singleton
Heiress Diana Harris
Jabria Mccullum
Jalyn Hall
Leah Jeffries
Van Van

SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD

Anthony Edwards
Gervonta Davis
Jalen Brunson
Jalen Hurts
Kyrie Irving
Lebron James
Patrick Mahomes
Stephen Curry

SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD

A’ja Wilson
Angel Reese
Coco Gauff
Flau’jae Johnson
Juju Watkins
Naomi Osaka
Sha’carri Richardson
Simone Biles