Entertainment
Meet 20 Contestants For BB Naija 2018
Below are all the twenty housemates for the Big Brother Naija (BB Naija) ‘Double Wahala’ 2018 edition of the Nigeria Reality TV show.
Teddy: A recording artiste and graduate of the University of Texas, USA is also known as bad man Teddy. The 29 year old considers his high points to be when his son was born and getting his recording contract.
Vandora: She is the first of three siblings and in a relationship, she will miss her boyfriend most while in the house and also bring heated conversation and charisma into the house. She is in a journey of discovery and loves wearing short outfits.
Nina: The last daughter amongst five siblings loves singing and chatting. The 21 year old English and Literary Studies graduate enjoys eating spaghetti and music by Wizkid. She described herself as unpretentious and can neither stand proud people nor liars.
K. Brule: An upcoming songwriter and artistE, his hobbies are playing football and watching movies. His mummy is super excited about him being a housemate and he intends to bring his dirty sense of humour to the house. His favourite colour is metallic red, he is 23 years old.
Princess: She is a public relations manager with a construction firm who enjoys cooking and designing clothes. The 25 year old will love to use BBN platform to explore her acting talent and if she wins will spend the money on her lingerie and beauty business
Alex: She is 21, enjoys dancing and talking. She likes polar bears and has promised not to hold back anything while in the house. She believes everything about her is unique and does not like fake or dirty people.
Deeone: He is 27 and the first of three siblings and a standup comedian, he loves Wizkid and says nothing will make him quit the game. If he wins the cash prize he will start comedy agencies to help upcoming acts.
Miracle: Miracle is a pilot who enjoys dancing and camping he is 24 years old and single he plans to charm the ladies while in the house and believes fans will find him unique too. If he wins the prize money he will get more aeronautic training and help his family.
Ahneeka: She is 25 years old media entrepreneur who enjoys goofing around. She considers her sister to be her best friend. She loves eating pasta and her favourite colour is black, she does not like dull moments and she will liven up the house.
Bambam: She is 28 and the secret is her favourite brook. She will miss her brother and best friend whilst in the house she is bringing drama entertainment and charm into the house, if she were a world leader she will change people’s perception about themselves.
Rico Swavey: Even if he had a million dollars, Rico Swavey would be in the House “just to catch the waves.” He said he exploded with joy when he got his first big acting gig, and shared that he was a lion at heart, a protector who likes to stand up for the oppressed when Rico Swavey is not busy charming ladies, he enjoys swimming and singing. Rico’s parents and seven siblings are happy and supportive.
Tobi: A native from Ogun State, Oluwatobi Bake is passionate about photography and football, Tobi’s hobbies range from poetry, dancing, rapping, singing and drawing. Against all odds, Tobi graduated from University of Lagos considering he is an avid clubber who lives on social media. The youngest of four siblings. Tobi’s most painful expreince was seeing his father cry at his grandmother’s funeral. Forever supportive Tobi’s family shares in the BB Naija excitement. He has always wanted to be in the House if only “for fun.”
Khloe: A horror movie buff, Khloe owns having no hidden talent and is only looking to bring drama to the house. At the core of herself, Khloe believes she is often misunderstood and hopes to use her time in the house for her true self to shine. If Khloe were a world leader, she would “stop university education” because she’s real, she doesn’t “sugar coat” and says it “the way it is.”
Lolu: Lolu enjoys eating, reading, travelling, playing video as well as board games. His highest point in life was securing a job at a large investment banking corporation although losing his mother made him reach rock bottom. The University of Ilorin graduate also a secret poet, dancer and singe. He’s also great with accents, Lolu’s dad is unaware of his participation in Big brother but his sister is excited about it.
Cee-C: Cee-C enters the house pretty satisfied to have found her purpose in life. Oozing confidence and authenticity, she said she is ‘eye candy’ and ‘mentally attractive’ too. Her features are enhanced by her love for dresses that hug her body at the right spots. The privately educated Cee-C likes to learn new stuff and is an avid novel reader. She is a mean cook and is an avid tennis player.
Anto: Born and raised in the US, Anto came back to Nigeria for the first time at the age of 20 to work at her dream job in a male dominated indsutry. She has no special talents that she knows of. Growing up on the Atlantic Coast. Anto loves going to the beach, dancing and cooking. She also takes no prisoners for being scandalous so she can wear anything.
Bitto: The youngest of four siblings. Bitto most poainful memory was losing his mum at an early age. He expects his family to be shocked but very supportive of him. He will miss Sylvia his best friend and girl friend the most. If he was an animal, Bitto says he would be a camel for there is no stroke that can break his back. Bitto’s hobbies include travelling, taking pictures, music and movies.
Leo: Leo enjoys playing basketball and is a fervent supporter of Premier League Football Clubs. He is still pained that his father didn’t live to see him graduating from University. With his good looks, intelligence and secretmath skills,Leo believes he can “solve everyone’s problems.” If he was an animal, the fiercely protective Leo would be a lion “to defend” his family, his mother three sisters and brother.
Ifu Ennada: Ifu Ennada works and plays hard: she is a self-made woman who remembers the feeling of making her first millions. She cites her hobbies as drinking Mojitos, partying, karaoke and online shopping. Ifu Ennada admits she’ll miss her phone as she likes to “reply to people on social media.”
Angel Awotarigha: is a filmmaker and music lover from Bayelsa State who often gets mistaken for a famous Nigerian personality.
He enjoys martial arts, swimming, playing the guitar and video games. Working with an American rapper is a highlight of Angel’s career.
One of the ten children, Angel lost his mum a year ago and his family is strongly rallied behind him. Angel describes himself as passionate, and keeping his fiery and emotional nature under wraps may be a challenge in the house.
Entertainment
Davido Narrates How His Song Became President’s Ringtone
Nigerian megastar, Davido shares how his father recognised that his music was getting big.
Davido says his hit single ‘Dami Duro’ was the president’s ringtone
During an interview with newsmen, Davido spoke on the early days of his career and how he eventually got his father’s approval to make music.
The Grammy nominee shared the familiar story of how he left school in Atlanta and returned to Nigeria to pursue music without his father’s blessing which later led to his business mogul dad getting him arrested.
“I don’t think he did not want me to do music, he just wanted me to be successful as whatever I did because he got a blueprint for me already,” Davido said on his father’s early reaction to his decision to make music.
“He is so supportive and he checks on everything…My dad picks my album. When I am done, I send him all the tracks and my dad goes through all the records and gives me a paragraph each,” Davido narrates the personal interest and support his Dad gives him.
“My dad gave me the name Davido…The first show I did, he arrested me, the fans, the promoters,” Davido said laughing as he narrated the story of how his father got him arrested after he returned to Nigeria without his consent and had his first show as a 17-year-old. “He just wanted me to finish school,” Davido added about his father’s insistence that he get a university degree.
The three time Grammy nominee was asked when his father recognised that his music was getting big and he revealed it was when his hit song ‘Dami Duro’ was the president’s ringtone.
“When my song was the president’s ringtone,” Davido said.
While he did not mention the president or the country, Davido is likely referring to the exploit of former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan who was the head of state between 2010 – 2015.
During the interview, Davido also mentioned his plans as a businessman beyond music. He revealed he had a production house called Coco House which he describes as a media house for creatives. He also added that he intends to get into crypto.
Entertainment
Funke Akindele’s New Film Premiers, Dec
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has announced that her upcoming film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, a spinoff from the Jenifa franchise will premiere in December.
“Been long you saw Jenifa!!!!” Akindele said.
While a December premiere is confirmed, details on the film remain unknown. However, the new title, Everybody Loves Jenifa, suggests a potential return to the core elements that have made the franchise popular. With Akindele leading the creative team, viewers can anticipate the return of familiar characters and humorous storylines.
The sitcom, Jenifa’s Diary has been a major Nigerian television show since its debut in 2015. The series centres around the main character played by Akindele, and has featured Folarin “Falz” Falana, Lolo, Juliana Olayode, Lota Chukwu, Paschaline Alex Okoli, and late Aderounmu Adejumoke.
The Tide Entertainment reports that it has also had spin-offs and sequels like Aiyetoro Town (2019), which is set in Jenifa’s village, and Jenifa on Lockdown (2021).
Akindele played Jenifa in the first film in the franchise, Jenifa (2008), a village girl who travelled to the city in pursuit of fortune. Muhydeen S. Ayinde directed the movie.
The movie was nominated for four Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2009 including, Best Original Soundtrack, Best Actress in a Supporting Role, and Best Nigerian Film. For her performance in this movie, Akindele took home the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
Entertainment
Halliday Attributes Collaboration Hindrance To Sentiments, Others
The convener, South South Media Week, Tammmy Halliday has attributed the lack of unity and collaboration in the PortHarcourt entertainment industry to sentiments, baggages and trust issues.
He made this known yesterday, during an interview with newsmen in Port Harcourt.
According to him, some things that spur baggages are family background, personal experience with colleagues or other people, saying that when someone has been reaped or used by any of his colleagues or someone else, he might not want to work with some other persons because of trust issue.
This goes along with baggages, where he now sees his other colleagues as one and same with the one who used him and so this continues to hinder collaborations in the industry.
He advised that as an entertainer you should get better, visible and exposed as the industry required.
He said that the key factor that can help collaboration is growth, explaining that growth would make entertainers live beyond baggages, adding that if you are good at what you do, and know what you want and where you are going with it , then you are good to go.
“You can seek an advice from a legal practitioner, professional or a senior colleagues to ensure that you (entertainer) get it right.
It is not a bad idea to serve or work with someone, because you serve to rise in the industry. You have to be well rooted, but, you should be able to know want you want and where you are going with what you do, this will help you move on, when it is no longer working for you, otherwise, you will remain there and keep complaining and then it gets to that point where you begin to see that person as a reaper,” he said.
Mr Halliday who also do corporate social responsibility award via his platform, South South Media Week stated that critical communication is important in any situation, with a critical approach, no doubt you will always be on the right track.
Speaking on criteria for awarding awards, he maintained that it is on numbers, affiliations, fanbase, followership, association and sales of the person or organisation in question, saying that these also works for collaboration with an artiste, because they are factors that facilitate growth in the industry.
Categories of award that are awarded through the platform includes, entrepreneur award of the year, innovation award of the year and others.
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