Pete Edochie Explains Why ‘Things Fall Apart’ Is Africa’s Greatest Book

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Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie has declared Chinua Achebe’s 1958 novel ‘Things Fall Apart’ as the greatest African book of all-time.

Speaking in a recent interview with TV3, Edochie explained that ‘Things Fall Apart’ is the greatest African book ever written because it tells the African story.

He stated that the book wouldn’t have been as popular as it is if it were telling the story of the colonisers.

He pointed out that many other African authors have also made efforts in telling African stories since ‘Things Fall Apart’ but none is as “strong” as it.
“The reason why ‘Things Fall Apart’ is the greatest book ever written on the African continent is because it is telling our own story.

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“If it had been telling the story of the White man, it won’t be that popular. Many others have made efforts since then but not as strong as ‘Things Fall Apart’,” he said.

He urged African writers and creatives to focus on telling African stories, stressing that it would be their unique strength on the global stage.

The movie star, however, lamented that Africans were allowing their talents to be submerged by embracing foreign influences.

“We Africans permitted our talents to be submerged by overseas influences. I remember once upon a time I was being called Elvis Presley and John Wayne.

“I actually enjoyed answering those names but at some point I had to discard them and pick a name that’s culturally relevant to me. Then I went back to the root and started answering Uwadiegwu,” he added.

Emeka Rollas Apologises for Testifying Against Regina Daniels Over Alleged Substance Abuse

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A former president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, Emeka Rollas, has tendered a public apology to actress Regina Daniels and her family for testifying against her during her crisis with Senator Ned Nwoko.

This came almost a year after he testified that Regina abused substances on movie sets.

While claiming that the actress needed help, Emeka, who was the AGN president at the time, named Jide Kosoko, Charles Inojie, Okey Bakassi and other prominent actors who had witnessed Regina abusing drugs.

In response, Regina, who said something was wrong with Emeka, also accused him of financial misconduct.
However, in a new development, Emeka has tendered a public apology to Regina’s family in a post on his Instagram page on Thursday.

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While expressing regret over his post, he said: “I regret the timing, the platform and the manner in which I handled it. I made those statements at a time when a family was going through a deeply personal and difficult period. I shouldn’t have taken that path.

“Without excuses or conditions, I sincerely apologise to Mrs. Rita Daniels’ family, Regina Daniels, Senator Ned Nwoko, the AGN Board of Trustees, and all my colleagues whose names I mentioned.”

He noted that he was only human and had made a mistake.

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“Tinubu and Governors Are Like My Sons” — Pete Edochie

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Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie has stated that his influence extends beyond the entertainment industry, stressing that his age and pedigree make him a father figure in society.

Speaking in a recent interview with TV3, the film legend said that when he speaks, the authorities listen because his age makes him a father figure to Nigeria’s president and governors.

Edochie emphasised that he would turn 80 in the next six months, making him older than Nigeria’s current president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and all 36 state governors.

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He recalled how he once used his influence to secure financial support from the government for an ailing colleague.
“I was interviewed in my house in Enugu. During that period, one of my colleagues was ill, so I used that opportunity to call on the government to come to his aid.

“​The following week, the government sent half a million naira to him. In the next six months, I will be turning 80. I am older than all the governors and the president, so when I talk to them, it is like a father talking to a son,” he stated.

Zlatan Ibile Unveils Pre-Wedding Video, Reveals Wedding Date

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Nigerian singer, Zlatan Ibile, has announced October 24, 2026, as his wedding date with his longtime partner, Davita Lamai.

He released a pre-wedding video ahead of their marriage.

The Zanku crooner shared the video alongside the hashtag #DTTheUnion, giving fans a glimpse of the couple’s preparations for their big day.

Zlatan and Davita have been together for years and share two sons.

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Reacting to the announcement, singer Davido congratulated the couple, commenting, “Na man U be.”

Other celebrities, including Poco Lee, Jarvis, Broda Shaggi and Toke Makinwa, also congratulated the couple in the comments section.

The announcement has drawn warm wishes from fans and colleagues as Zlatan and Davita prepare to formalise their union.

“Losing the 2023 Election Broke My Heart” — Banky W Opens Up

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Nigerian singer, actor and entrepreneur Bankole Wellington, popularly known as Banky W, has revealed how his defeat in the 2023 general election affected him emotionally and influenced his decision to embrace pastoral ministry.

The entertainer, who contested for the Eti-Osa Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said the outcome of the election left him heartbroken and prompted him to seek God’s direction for his future.

Banky W made the revelation while marking his first anniversary as a pastor, reflecting on how the disappointment became a turning point in his spiritual journey.

According to him, he initially struggled to determine whether his next chapter should focus on politics, entertainment, business or ministry.

He explained that after the election, he took his disappointment to God and sought clarity about his purpose.

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The singer said he eventually realised that he did not have to choose between his different interests because they could all form part of his assignment.

“I realised I was asking God to choose between things He had never asked me to separate. It wasn’t either/or. It was all of the above,” he stated.

Banky W added that his understanding of his calling changed as he came to see pastoral ministry as an expansion of his responsibilities rather than an abandonment of his existing career.

He noted that he would continue working as a filmmaker, musician and entrepreneur while serving as a pastor and professor.

Reflecting on the past year, the entertainer said the election defeat, despite being painful, helped him recognise that his future could be different from what he had initially imagined.

He expressed gratitude to God for the direction his life had taken, describing the experience as a reminder that an apparent setback could lead to a new opportunity.

Banky W concluded by celebrating his first pastoral anniversary and asking his followers to congratulate him on the milestone.

His account highlights how the outcome of the 2023 election influenced his personal reflections and eventual transition into pastoral ministry.

“You’ll Find a New Girlfriend Before a New Friend” — Mayorkun on Friendship Breakups

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Nigerian singer Mayorkun has explained why the end of a friendship can be more difficult to overcome than the end of a romantic relationship.
It was reported that the singer shared his views while speaking on the ‘In My Opinion’ podcast.

According to Mayorkun, people often put more into friendships because genuine friendship requires a person to develop a real connection with someone beyond romantic or sexual attraction.

He explained that while romantic relationships may involve sexual intimacy, friendships are largely built on companionship, mutual affection and the enjoyment of spending time together.

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The singer noted that people do not necessarily gain material benefits from friendships but maintain them because they genuinely like and appreciate the people involved.

He said: “Friendship breakup are harder than relationships breakup because you invest more into friendship.

“You are not really getting anything from friendship. Apart from like maybe companion and all. But in a relationship there is still small sexual something inside. In friendship you have to actually like that person before that person becomes your friend.

“So if the thing ends don’t worry you will get a new girlfriend before you get a new friend.

“Friendship breakup makes it hard to now want to go into another friendship relationship with someone except you are the type that calls everyone your friend.”

“Let’s Box Professionally” — Tram Challenges Keivo After BBNaija Clash

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Former Big Brother Naija season 11 housemate Joshua Alekewumu, popularly known as Tram, has expressed his willingness to settle his differences with fellow contestant Keivo through a professional boxing match.
It was reported that Tram made the offer during a recent interview on Arise TV.

Keivo was disqualified after an altercation with Tram in which he physically attacked his fellow housemate.

The incident occurred after Tram accused him of taking a black shirt that belonged to him.

However, Keivo denied the allegation, explaining that he owned a similar shirt.

He also expressed anger over being described as a thief, insisting that he had not stolen anything.

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The disagreement quickly escalated despite attempts by other housemates to calm both men down.

As the situation became more heated, Biggie, the authoritative voice of the house, sent ninjas into the area to restore order.

The incident eventually resulted in Keivo’s disqualification from the competition during the final week of the show.

Speaking about the confrontation during the interview, Tram said he had no lingering resentment towards Keivo and was not interested in continuing their disagreement through physical fights outside a regulated setting.

The former housemate explained that he would rather face Keivo in a professional boxing match if they both wanted to settle the matter through combat.

He said: “I do not have anything in my heart to be honest. I said something earlier today, I said that we should have a boxing match, I do not mind it. Because I am not some that does all this gidigbo, I feel like that is a bit ghetto. I am not going to do all of that but let us box professionally if that is what you want.”

Ayra Starr Reveals She Could End Serious Relationship for a More Attractive Man

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Nigerian singer Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has shared her view on what she would do if she became attracted to another man while in a serious relationship.
It was reported that the singer made her position known while responding to a woman who sought advice over a similar relationship situation during her Ask Ayra Starr show.

Ayra Starr said she would choose to end her existing relationship rather than remain with her partner while pursuing another person.

She explained that getting involved with two people at the same time could create confusion and make it difficult to know what one truly wants.

According to her, if she were in a committed relationship and later found another man more attractive, she would leave the relationship before starting anything with the new person.

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The singer also advised that a person facing such a situation should take time away from relationships to understand their feelings before making a decision.

She maintained that being honest about one’s feelings would be better than maintaining two relationships at the same time.

She said: “If I’m in a serious relationship with a guy and then I find another guy more attractive, I would break up with him instead of dating both of them at the same time. I don’t think you can love two people.. I think you need time to yourself so you can figure it out.

“You should never abandon your friends because you are in love. Your partner should not isolate you from your friends because you are in a relationship. They should be a balance between friendship and relationship in love.”

“They’ve Paid Me” — Portable Reveals Why He Supports Tinubu

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Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has claimed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) paid him to organize rallies in support of President Bola Tinubu.
It was reported that the singer made the claim in a video posted on his Instagram story where he spoke about his financial situation and his decision to publicly support the president through political rallies.

Portable said he had previously been unable to give money to people on the streets because he was financially strained.

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According to the Zazu Zeh crooner, things changed after he was paid for his involvement in rallies supporting Tinubu.

He also claimed that the payment had left him with enough money to resume giving money to people around him.

The singer also disclosed that his support for Tinubu was now firm after receiving the alleged payment for the political activity.

He said in the viral video: “I was broke before, that’s why I haven’t been spraying money for the street, but now, I want to do rally for Tinubu, they’ve paid me, I’ve collected money and now I’ll show love to the street.

“I have a lot of money now, I’ve been paid and I’m fully supporting Tinubu.”

Adewale Alebiosu Reveals Why He Returned To Church After Rejoining Islam

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Yoruba actor Adewale Michael Alebiosu has opened up about his religious journey, revealing why he eventually returned to Christianity after briefly going back to Islam.

Alebiosu shared the experience during an interview on Talk-To-B hosted by actress and media personality Biola Adebayo.

The actor explained that he was born into a Muslim family but later became a Christian following what he described as an encounter with Jesus. According to him, his decision to embrace Christianity eventually angered his mother, who asked him to return to the religion into which he was born.

Respecting his mother’s wishes, Alebiosu said he stopped attending church and returned to Islam. He began attending the Nasfat mosque at Jankara Agbado, Ijaye, where he was living at the time.

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However, the actor said his return to Islam came with experiences he struggled to understand. He claimed that whenever he attended the mosque on Sundays, he would see what appeared to him to be angels entering and leaving the premises.

Alebiosu said the visions left him confused because he was unsure how people would react if he told them about what he was experiencing.

He also claimed that on some occasions, people would unexpectedly tell him that he had failed to carry out something he believed God had instructed him to do.

The actor said the combination of these experiences eventually influenced his decision to return to church.

Alebiosu stressed that his religious journey was deeply personal and shaped by experiences he found difficult to explain to others. He said he ultimately chose to return to Christianity despite having initially followed his mother’s request to reconnect with his Muslim background.