Entertainment
Kizz Daniel, Chidinma Star in New Romantic Comedy
A romantic comedy ‘Love me’ is set to debut on the Nigerian movie scene and other markets across Africa.
According to producer of the new movie, the work which promises a lot of entertainment value for members of the public, is currently being shot in Lagos. The cast and crew of the movie will shift location to Dubai in the UAE next month.
‘Love me’, according to the producer, teaches the values of having a strong character and the courage to make the right choices, while also addressing true friendship as one that ought to remain constant when situations oscillate between the good and the bad.
With a stellar cast, which include Kizz Daniel, Chidinma Ekile, Alex Ekubo, Ngozi Nwosu, Broda Shaggi, Ann Idibia and a host of others, the movie is sure to drive viewers to the cinemas through their influence and their huge social media following as well as its engaging content.
Produced by one of the respected names in the entertainment industry, Dozie Atueyi, the movie is expected to leverage all available platforms to engage audiences nationwide and beyond.
The Punch
Operatives of the Anambra State vigilante aka Agunaechemba have arrested a celebrity juju master – Akwa Okukotiwaraki.
Akwa Okuko was picked up on Saturday, according to a post on Soludo TV Facebook page.
He was arrested following allegations that he prepares charms for kidnappers who masquerade as Yahoo boys terrorizing residents of the State.
According to a post on the platform, “Akwa Okuko tiwaraki n’Oba denies okeite and has been detained for further investigation by the security agency.”
Stars in the Nigeria’s film industry have mourned Nollywood actress, Pat Ugwu, who passed away at the age of 35.
Emeka Okoye on his Instagram post on Wednesday, announced her death with a poster detailing her funeral arrangements.
“Rest in peace sis. Pat Ugwu. @patpat_ugwu so we no get to work again? Death whyooo? God please. Rest in peace PAT. May your soul rest in the bosom of the Lord,” Emeka wrote, expressing his grief.
He also voiced his fears over the recent spate of losses in the industry, saying, “God please protect all my colleagues especially those am close to. This unusual Death is frightening. I proclaim life to everyone close to me this 2025 in the precious blood of Jesus. Amen.”
The cause of her death was not immediately clear.
Pat, who lost her father in 2021, will be buried on February 7, 2025.
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Tems, has secured her second Grammy Award, winning in the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Recording Academy Awards.
Her hit song – Love Me Jeje – triumphed in a category dominated by Afrobeats heavyweights, with Chris Brown as the only non-Afrobeats nominee.
Tems faced strong competition from fellow Nigerian artistes, including Burna Boy, Asake, and Wizkid for their collaboration MMS, as well as Yemi Alade and Davido, who featured alongside Lojay on Chris Brown’s Sensational.
This latest achievement further cements Tems’ status as one of Africa’s most celebrated global music icons.
