Before she recovers from one scandal or controversy, she is neck deep into another. Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh seems not to be bothered by her name being the headlines for all the wrong reasons. A close source to Tonto recently reveals to us that the controversial status of the actress is deliberate on her part.
According to the source, who chose to remain anonymous; Tonto feels that no matter how hard she or any of her peers for that matter works, they could never keep in line with the likes of Genevieve or Omotola and for that reason she had to find a way to keep up with fame and relevance in the industry.
This is why she has chosen to toe the controversial path and from the look of things it is definitely paying-off for her.
For the lot who attended actress Joke Silva’s 5oth birthday celebration in Lagos yesterday, Thursday September 29, 2011, it was an opportunity to watch the prolific screen goddess renew marital vows with her husband of twenty-five years – Olu Jacobs.
Though well advanced in age, veteran actor Olu Jacobs glowed with joy as he and his beautiful bride repeated after Pastor Tony Rapu of This Present House church, the ‘for better for worse’ commitment. Joke was clad in a flowing Boubou while English Olu wore a cream shirt over pants.
And with that single deed performed before friends, family and well-wishers, the couple put paid to rumours of separation or a falling marriage. The informal part of the occasion was compeered by delectable Kate Henshaw while singer Yinka Davies and her band provided music for the night. There was a special rendition of Westlife’s ‘Flying without Wings’ by Timi Dakolo.
Joke’s 85 year old mother was in attendance as well as wife of the Ekiti state governor, Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi among Nollywood celebrities. And not even the pouring rain could dampen their joys.
Since the surprising performance between the Koko master D’banj and Ikechukwu Onunaku at the Sprite triple jam held in August this year which saw both artistes dolling out lyrics from Ikechukwu’s hit tracks Critical and Wine am well, music buffs had concluded that whatever made the later walk out of the Mo’Hits family in 2010 may have been finally forgiven and forgotten.
There had been more speculations that their once robust business and personal relationship will speedily rekindled. But things may just not be the way they appeared.
It appears that Philip Ehiagwina, the US base cum business man husband of top actress Ini Edo- now spends more time at Ogudu GRA, where his new office and that of his beautiful and curvy wife is located.
Information from people close to the actress signifies Philip now moves between Nigeria and United States more frequently and has been busy establishing a branch of his business in the country.
Nollywood star actress, Dakore Egbuson has been delivered of a baby girl at a United States Hospital last week.
The Amstel Malta Box Office (AMBO) winner Dakore who got married to billionaire son, Olumide Akande, we gathered is filled with joy for her first issue.
My musical philosophy is to preach Love, Inspire and steer meaningful change in our society. I have been around the Nigerian Music Industry professionally since 2003 when I won the AMEN AWARD for the best R n B hip hop collaboration. I have used the period between 2003 to really discover myself, my music and the musical influences that impact on my brand of Music. I have worked with musicians like Muma Gee, Terry G, Eddie Remedy, Ruff Man, Bright of Ruff Rugged and Raw, Prince Wadada, Daniel Wilson and lots of upcoming artistes.
I am also a songwriter, co-producer, voice over artiste and also a wonderful live band performer. My brand of Music “Afro Hip-hop: is inspired by environment and influenced notable musicians like the Great Fela Anikulapo Kuti, Bob Marley, Buju Banton, Maxi Priest, Sting and R. Kelly. This is my musical history till date and i do believe you will appreciate and derive pleasure from my work.
Muyiwa Osinuga, popularly known as Nomoreloss, is no doubt one of the most talented Nigerian songwriters in Nigeria. The multi-talented singer, who is known for his soulful and inspiring music, has been consistent in the Nigerian music scene for 15 years – with two highly successful albums to his credit.
Nomoreloss, who attended ADRAO International School Victoria Island Lagos for his primary and secondary education, is stepping out with his third studio album. The Economics graduate of Ogun State University has just recently released a new single from his third album titled ORI MI.
Nollywoodgossip ran into the ever smiling music star and he told Inside Nollywood With Joy: “The challenges we face today in Nigeria is ‘Structure’ and that is what is missing in Nigeria today, and I believe strongly it will be looked into someday.”
He also gave us insight into what he does when he’s not on the stage. “A part from singing I run a production and artiste management company.” We can’t wait to get more from the music master, meanwhile enjoy his evergreen hit Iyawo Asiko.
