Celebrity News Roundup: Reactions, Accusations, and Tributes

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Omawumi, the 43-year-old singer, denied Timaya's claim that Burna Boy once ordered her and Waje out of a studio for doubting his talent. During an interview with Naija FM in December, she dismissed the claim, expressing disappointment in Timaya for making such an allegation despite their long-standing friendship. She stated that Burna Boy always treated her respectfully and questioned why Timaya involved her in the narrative. Music executive Muyiwa Awoniyi announced that he no longer managed singer Omah Lay, citing no animosity between them. Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola announced the death of his father, Pastor N.A. Adekola, prompting an outpouring of condolences from fans and colleagues.

Key Takeaways:

  • Omawumi denied Timaya's claim that Burna Boy ordered her and Waje out of a studio, stating that Burna Boy treated her with respect.
  • Music executive Muyiwa Awoniyi announced that he no longer managed singer Omah Lay, citing no animosity between them.
  • Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola announced the death of his father, Pastor N.A. Adekola.
  • Actor Yemi Solade claimed to have started acting before Pete Edochie, recounting that he began acting at 17 during the 1977 Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC) in Lagos.
  • Actress Nancy Isime revealed that singer Yemi Alade accommodated her during her struggling days in Lagos, expressing deep gratitude for Alade's support.
  • Celebrity car dealer Ikechukwu 'IVD' Ogbonna claimed that his late wife, Bimbo, was physically abusive throughout their marriage, leading to charges of involuntary manslaughter against him.
  • Singer Davido paid tribute to his late son, Ifeanyi, nearly three years after the child's tragic death.
  • Record label TunesBid Limited accused singer Ayorinde 'Ayo Maff' Ayodele and his management of breaching a recording contract signed in December 2023.
  • Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State appointed former BBNaija housemate Anto Lecky as Senior Special Assistant on Tourism and Creative Economy.
  • Actor Timini Egbuson revealed that rejection from Big Brother Africa was a blessing in disguise, allowing him to land a breakout role in "MTV Shuga".
  • Femi Fani-Kayode, former aviation minister, is set to marry 29-year-old Adaugo as his fifth wife.

Statistics:

  • Omawumi is 43 years old.
  • Muyiwa Awoniyi has managed artistes including Tems, Nonso Amadi, and Lekka Beats.
  • Odunlade Adekola is 48 years old.
  • Yemi Solade started acting at 17 during the 1977 Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC) in Lagos.
  • Nancy Isime was a 17-year-old usher and model who often slept on event rugs or chairs after late jobs.
  • Ikechukwu 'IVD' Ogbonna was charged with involuntary manslaughter against him in 2023.
  • Ifeanyi died in 2022.
  • TunesBid Limited signed a recording contract with Ayorinde 'Ayo Maff' Ayodele in December 2023.
  • Anto Lecky was appointed as Senior Special Assistant on Tourism and Creative Economy in Edo State.
  • Timini Egbuson landed a breakout role in "MTV Shuga" in 2008.
  • Femi Fani-Kayode is marrying 29-year-old Adaugo as his fifth wife.

Sources:

  • Naija FM
  • Instagram
  • Honest Bunch podcast
  • BSB Management Agency
  • Odunlade Adekola Film Production (OAFP)
  • Afia TV
  • TheCable
  • DStv
  • MTV
  • Culture League podcast
  • The Cable
  • Seyi Vodi
  • BBNaija
  • Dayo Showemimo
  • X
  • tml