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Reactions As Actress Joke Silva Clocks 61

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Veteran actress Joke Silva has taken to Instagram to celebrate her 61th birthday in a beautiful way.

The film star, who is the wife of another veteran actor, Olu Jacobs, shared a stunning photo and penned a song of appreciation in the Yoruba language which roughly translates to “always praise God.”

The mother of two, who recently threatened a lawsuit against naysayers spreading rumors about her husband’s death, rejoiced as she adds a New Year.

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Taking to her Instagram page, Joke Silva shared an ageless photo of herself, with the caption; “Kasha ma dupe dupe kasha ma dupe dupe…oromi o gbejo we we kasha ma dupe dupe Thank you Lord for another year… of your abundant Grace, Mercy and Favour.”

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Reacting to the post, other celebrities and fans have also took out time to wish her Happy Birthday, showering prayers on her.

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Uchejumbo: Happy Birthday to one and only Mamaj! May God continue to bless and keep you.

Jemsppellechandon: Happy Glorious Birthday mummy J! The woman with inestimable value, strong and forever beautiful. May this day mark the beginning of greater things to come & may God continue to bless and protect you ma.

Judithaudu: Happy Birthday ma.

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VIDEO: ‘New Record’, Guinness World Record Confirms Hilda Baci’s Largest-serving Of Jollof Rice

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Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has officially set a new Guinness World Record for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice, with a staggering total weight of 8,780 kilogrammes (19,356 lb 9 oz).

The feat was accomplished in partnership with food brand Gino at Victoria Island, Lagos, and has now been formally recognized by Guinness World Records.

Announcing the confirmation on Monday via X (formerly Twitter), Guinness World Records wrote:

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— Guinness World Records (@GWR) September 15, 2025
“New record: Largest serving of Nigerian style jollof rice – 8,780 kg (19,356 lb 9 oz) achieved by Hilda Baci and Gino in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.”

Baci, who first rose to global fame with her headline-grabbing cook-a-thon in 2023, has once again placed Nigerian cuisine on the world stage with this remarkable achievement.

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Ahead of the confirmation, Guinness World Records had sent her words of encouragement, reposting a video from the Friday event and writing:

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What’s cookin’?

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Best of luck to @hildabacicooks who’s attempting a new record for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice today.”

The record-breaking cooking event was held at the Eko Hotel and Suites, attracting a massive crowd of supporters, celebrities, and food enthusiasts who gathered to witness history being made.

With this latest feat, Hilda Baci continues to solidify her place as one of Nigeria’s most celebrated chefs and cultural ambassadors.

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Video: Davido Clarifies Viral Video Warri incident

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Award-winning Nigerian singer, Davido has debunked social media claims suggesting he was slapped during a recent outing in Warri, Delta State.

A viral video that surfaced online showed the singer in the midst of security operatives and fans, with a brief moment where he appeared to be struck on the head.

This led an X user, #AsakyGRN, to post: “Warri people no get joy oo. See dem sl@p Davido for head.”

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Addressing the speculation on his official X handle on Monday, Davido clarified that it was his security aide who accidentally hit him, not an assault from the crowd.

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“Mumu that was my security… hit me by mistake… saddist,” the singer wrote.

His response has since put an end to the rumors and clarified the misunderstanding surrounding the viral clip.

 

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Brazilian Jazz Legend, Hermeto Pascoal, Is Dead

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Brazilian jazz legend Hermeto Pascoal has died at the age of 89, his family announced on Saturday.

Pascoal, known for his long white beard and hair, earned the nickname “The Sorcerer” for his ability to create music using a wide range of instruments and everyday objects.

In a statement on Instagram, his family said he died “with serenity and love,” surrounded by relatives and fellow musicians. They noted that at the moment of his passing, Pascoal’s band was performing on stage, “just as he would have wished: making sound and music.”

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Born in Alagoas state in northeastern Brazil, Pascoal rose to international prominence through collaborations with jazz great Miles Davis and performances with other top musicians. Davis recorded some of Pascoal’s compositions, cementing his reputation as an innovative force in global jazz.

Pascoal was celebrated as a virtuoso who mastered multiple instruments and was renowned for his improvisational skill.

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Brazilian singer Caetano Veloso paid tribute on Instagram, describing Pascoal as “one of the highest points in the history of music in Brazil.”

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