Even though I was born in Lagos, I am from Sagamu, Ogun State. I am the second of my mother’s three children. I was singlehandedly raised by my mum because she and my father separated.
Education
I attended Our Lady of Apostles Private School, Yaba, for my elementary education and Remo Secondary School, for my post-elementary education. I earned an Ordinary National Diploma in Accountancy from Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta. I bagged a degree in the same discipline from the Lagos State University, Ojo. My first acting gig was Papa Ajasco and Company. After acting for television for two years, I began to feature in movies.
The first movie I took part in was Rotimi Makinde’s Aso Iyi. By the time I finished that production, I had another offer to act in Bayowa Films’ Ige Adubi. I was one of those few lucky ones who kept getting roles back-to-back. I also featured in the movie Nkan Ini, by Yetunde Wunmi. I have produced some movies including Ogede Didun, Tenteni, and Oluwatimilehin, to name a few.Love and marriage are the reasons I relocated to the United Kingdom.
However, I love living in Nigeria and if it were possible, I would want to live in Nigeria full-time again. In the United Kingdom, the winter season and the ‘do it yourself’ lifestyle is definitely a struggle, but the economic, social, health, emergency response and recovery agencies as well as equal rights, high standard of education and opportunities that abound are incomparable to what is obtainable in Nigeria.
Challenges
I always leave my kids and travel to Nigeria for work, so it’s quite tedious and challenging for me. Whenever I am away from the United Kingdom, my husband cares for our children in an excellent manner.
Celebrity marriages
It takes a lot to sustain a marriage and the truth is that when a break-up happens, it is not always the fault of the celebrity involved. Sometimes, the break-up might be due to the action or inaction of the celebrity’s spouse. Other factors like interference from in-laws, the media, family and friends, may also lead to conflict.
Roles
As a mother, wife and Yoruba lady, I don’t jump at every role that I am offered; I am quite picky. When you are given a script, it is your choice as an actor to be able to read through, analyse it and say, “I’m sorry, I cannot play this role.’’ Because I have a family that I do not want to let down, I would never play a role that my husband, children and other members of my family won’t be proud of.
Motherhood
I have been able to create a work-life balance with the support of my family. I couldn’t have been able to do it without the support of God, my husband and children. They understand that I have to work. Motherhood is not easy for working mothers but I thank God that I have been able to create a balance especially now that I live in the United Kingdom. In a year, I am usually away for about six or seven months working.
Fashion
I am not obsessively concerned with fashion but I like to look good. I wear what I like and the good thing about living abroad is that when one goes to a shop, you can try on clothes. I like wearing short dresses and they are my fashion fetish.
Mentors
I have a different perception when it comes to the issue of role models and mentors. You must realise that they are human and can make mistakes too. There was someone I looked up to until the day he did something that put me off completely. It was too much for me to bear. Before now, I used to have mentors ,but right now, I don’t want to look up to anybody. I might see someone and appreciate what he or she does. Since I can be very emotional, I don’t get too attached to people or what they do. They might mentor you in a good way, but that should also come with some form of caution. The only mentor that I have right now is God.
Current productions
I have a group called Opeyemi Aiyeola Rehearsal Group, which nurtures talents. I have a script for my next movie but plans for the production are still in the incubation stage. When I finally shoot the movie, it will be a film fit for the cinemas.
The Federal Operations Unit, Ikeja of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has seized 102 bags of plastic rice branded “Beat Tomato Rice’’ with no date of manufacture.
The Customs Area Controller of F.O.U. Comptroller Mohammed Haruna,stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) yesterday in Lagos.
He said the commodity was stored for distribution as Yuletide gifts for the public.
Haruna said officers of the unit seized the plastic rice along Ikeja area on Monday, adding that a suspect was arrested in connection with the seizure.
“Before now, I thought it was a rumour that the plastic rice is all over the country but with this seizure, I have been totally convinced that such rice exists.
“We have done the preliminary analysis on the plastic rice. After boiling, it was sticky and only God knows what would have happened if people consumed it.
“I advise those economic saboteurs who see yuletide season as a peak period for nefarious acts to desist from such illegal business.
Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha has declared a three-week public holiday in the state, starting from Dec 19, 2016 to Jan 10, 2017.
He made the declaration during the Imo Day thanksgiving service over the weekend.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) guber candidate in the upcoming Ondo election, Jimoh Ibrahim has revealed that Prophet TB Joshua told him that he will become Governor.
Ibrahim, who made this revelation on hisTwitter timeline and told the Senior Prophet of the Synagogue Church Of All Nations (SCOAN)to keep his prophecy to himself for now.
He said “Even though TB Joshua has seen it that I'm the next Governor of Ondo State, please let him keep it to himself for now.”
The businessman turned politician also hailed his opponent, the All Progressive Congress (APC) guber candidate, Rotimi Akeredolu,calling him an honourable man.
Ibrahim said “I won’t play politics of calumny just to become Ondo State Governor. Rotimi Akeredolu is a honorable man unlike Oke, the political harlot.”
For the first time ever, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association selects not one, but three ladies to be Miss Golden Globe. The committee made the announcement on Thursday, November 10 that Sylvester Stallone's daughters Sophia, 20, Sistine, 18, and Scarlet, 14, would help hand out statuettes to the winners during the 74th annual Golden Globe Awards.
"For the first time in Golden Globe history, we have proudly selected not one but three Miss Golden Globe representatives," said HFPA President Lorenzo Soria in a statement. "The Stallone sisters will continue our time honored tradition of handing out the statuettes at the awards ceremony."
"Each of the lovely young women in the triad have had success whether it be in academics, sports or pursuing a modeling career. With being raised by such role models Sylvester and [Jennifer Flavin], we can't wait to see what the future has in store for these ladies."
The sisters said in a joint statement, "We're thrilled to not only be part of the Golden Globe tradition, but to be making history as the first set of siblings ever chosen for the title and duties. We are proud to be part of the HFPA family, an organization that multiple times has recognized our father's work in film."
Previous honorees included Don Johnson's daughter Dakota Johnson, Jack Nicholson's daughter Lorraine Nicholson, Bruce Willis's daughter Rumer Willis, Clint Eastwood's daughter Francesca Eastwood and Kevin Bacon's daughter Sosie Bacon. In 2016,Jamie Foxx's daughter Corinne stood as Miss Golden Globe.
The 2017 Golden Globe Awards will air live on NBC on Sunday, January 8, 2017 from the Beverly Hilton Hotel, with Jimmy Fallon as the host. Additionally, Golden Globe-winning actress Meryl Streep will be honored at the ceremony with the Cecil B. DeMille Award.
Following Trump's win ,this Ghanaian girl added Trump to her name..If Trump could win, then she can be Trump's daughter.Nothing is impossible any more ..Lol
Gongo Aso crooner, Abolore Akande, aka 9ice has escaped armed robbers attack along Town Planning Way, Anthony, Lagos.
An impeccable source said the attack happened on Sunday night, 6th November 2016 when the multiple awards winner was heading to a show.
While coming from Coker road, an ash coloured vehicle conveying four armed men crossed 9ice Benz red car. But the artiste had insinuated that had they evil plans when he was driving behind the robbers’ car.
However, he was able to turn back on the motion to Coker road from Town Planning way and escape.
In his opinion, their intention was to rid him of the vehicle and possibly, other valuables.
“I thank God for the narrow escape. I can’t even imagine what I experienced on Sunday night. The robbers intention was to collect the car,” 9ice said.
For not obtaining permission before using her photo for an advert, Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw has knocked Vodka, an alcoholic brand, describing their act as lawless.
She wrote: “I detest this! This is what happens in a lawless country. Do you have my permission to use my Image? She queried.
This is the second time this year that the actress would be making such outburst.
Recall that comedian Akpororo has used the actress to promote his show, an act she openly rebuked, only for the latter to apologise.
Vokda had put up a promo with Kate Henshaw’s image which reads: ‘Wear the crown, Kate Henshaw’.
Many wonder if the actress is willing to go to court over this, albeit there is no known law specifically governing image rights in Nigeria. Other top entertainers who have found themselves in the same situation include popular writer, Toni Kan; spoken word poet, Efe Paul Azino and singers, Simi and Praiz who were named as its brand ambassadors.
President-elect Donald Trump traveled to the White House to meet President Barack Obama today, and the two recapped their meeting in a brief press appearance in the Oval Office afterward.
“I just had the opportunity to have an excellent conversation with President-elect Trump,” Obama said. “It was wide-ranging. We talked about some of the organizational issues in setting up the White House, we talked about foreign policy, we talked about domestic policy. .
And as I said last night, my number one priority in the coming two months is to facilitate a transition that ensures the president-elect is successful.mI believe that it is important to all of us, regardless of party and regardless of political preferences, to now come together, now work together, to deal with the many challenges that we face.”
Trump spoke next, and took a respectful tone toward Obama — “I have great respect,” he said. He said that their meeting was supposed to be brief, but, it “lasted for almost an hour and a half, and as far as I’m concerned it could have gone on for a lot longer.
We discussed a lot of different situations, some wonderful and some difficulties. I very much look forward to dealing with the president in the future, including counsel, to explain some of the difficulties, some of the high-flying assets, and some of the really great things that have been achieved.”
It is no longer new that Mohammed Babangida, son of former military leader, Ibrahim Babangida is embroiled in a messy marriage scandal, involving himself and his ex-wife, Rahma Indimi. However, Rahma is now claiming that he is trying to abduct the kids and traumatizing her after the court proceedings didn't rule in his favor...read what she just posted on Instagram below:
Mr Muhammad Babangida,pls understand sending thugs to abduct my children is not helping matters. You have traumatized the kids by sending ur goons to kill me, arrest me while they are watching. Then today you send your thugs again to snatch my children (and they almost killed my precious daughter by grabbing her neck and choking her, thank god the school has good security system otherwise only God knows what will happen) while we are in court! Why won't you allow the court to pass judgment? Are you afraid that you can't corrupt every one? Haba muha, enough is enough. I'm truly blessed the school were quick to react, my driver was quick to respond and my nanny telling the kids to run while she held on tight to the kids that your stupid goons beat her. Allah ya isa.
The American businessman and politician is into television and real estate. Credit: AP
Donald Trump is the 156th richest man in America and 324th richest person in the world with a net worth of $3.7b.
The 70-year-old entrepreneur and TV personality was elected President on November 8, 2016, defeating Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton, and will take office January 20, 2017.
These are the two Nigerians richer than the new U.S. President-elect:
1. Aliko Dangote
Dangote wants to make Nigeria a proud country again with a rather ambitious project; a mega refinery. The expansive refinery reportedly costs $9b and will be among the world’s largest when completed, with an estimated 650,000 barrels of crude oil being refined there per day. Credit: Various
Net worth: $11.9b
Source of wealth: Cement, Sugar, and Flour
Africa and Nigeria’s richest man, Aliko Dangotefounded and chairs Dangote Cement, the continent’s largest cement producer.
2. Mike Adenuga
Adenuga’s Globacom is the second largest telco in Nigeria. Credit: Various
Net worth: $6.6b
Source of wealth: Telecom and Oil
Mike Adenuga’s mobile phone network, Globacom, is the second largest operator in Nigeria with 32 million subscribers; it also has operations in Ghana and the Republic of Benin.
Yemi Alade and DavidoNigerian singer, Yemi Alade is the latest pop star to get featured on New York’s Fader Magazine after the likes of Wizkid, Davido andBurna Boy.
In the article where Fader Magazine described Yemi Alade as the ‘Queen of Afrobeats’, she was asked, ‘As someone who doesn’t come from the wealthy background of, say, Davido, has it been harder for you to reach your goals?‘
In her response, Yemi Alade said, ‘Oooh, have I had to hustle more? There is a very big difference between Yemi Alade and Davido. You could call Davido the child of a moneyman. I am clearly not. Our backgrounds are very different and definitely our expenses will differ. He might be looking at getting the most expensive car in the world, while I might get a fly car that can just get me somewhere.’
She added, ‘Before he passed away, my father got a bowl of beans with different sizes. ‘Look at it’, he said. And you see very big ones and very tiny ones. And then he shook it and shook it and said, ‘What do you see now?’ It was only the small ones on top. So, he taught me that something can emerge from nothing. I hold onto that.’
