Content creator Tobeszn has pushed back against common stereotypes about Generation Z, arguing that many of the criticisms directed at young people today are rooted in misunderstanding rather than reality.

Speaking on the Mentality with Ebuka podcast, Tobeszn said every generation is shaped by the social and economic conditions of its time, noting that Gen Z has grown up in a world driven by technology, economic uncertainty, heightened mental health awareness and constant digital connectivity.

According to him, these experiences have naturally influenced how the generation approaches careers, relationships and everyday life.

Tobeszn explained that what many people describe as rebellion is often a willingness to question long-standing norms. He said Gen Z is more inclined to prioritise work-life balance, speak openly about mental health and leave environments they consider unhealthy.

He added that this approach is frequently mistaken for disrespect, even though it reflects changing values rather than defiance.

The content creator also addressed the way Gen Z communicates, saying their direct style is often viewed negatively by older generations, who may interpret it as rudeness. However, many young people see such communication as honesty and authenticity.

On social media, Tobeszn noted that while critics often dismiss Gen Z’s online presence as vanity, many have successfully turned digital platforms into profitable careers through content creation, technology, entrepreneurship and other creative ventures.

He acknowledged that Gen Z, like every generation before it, faces its own challenges, including navigating online pressure and pursuing success in an unpredictable economy.

However, he maintained that reducing an entire generation to stereotypes does little to foster understanding between young people and older generations.

Tobeszn concluded that the conversation should move beyond whether Gen Z is different and instead focus on understanding the factors that have shaped the generation’s unique outlook on life.

LAGOS – Sophia Momodu, the mother of Afrobeats star Davido’s first daughter, Imade, has sparked reactions on social media after claiming she is solely responsible for the child’s financial upkeep.

Speaking during a live session shared online, Sophia suggested that she bears the responsibility for settling her daughter’s expenses whenever they arise.

“Na only me my pikin get, no be audio money. If bill come now from up, down, na me go settle am. Una know as e dey go. Make una leave all these audio money,” she said.

Her remarks have reignited discussions about her co-parenting relationship with Davido, with many social media users sharing differing opinions on the matter.

Sophia and Davido have had a highly publicised co-parenting journey over the years, including a legal dispute over custody of their daughter, Imade. The singer later disclosed that he had withdrawn the case.

Following Sophia’s latest comments, fans took to social media to debate her claims, with some expressing support for her, while others questioned the nature of the co-parenting arrangement between the former couple.

Neither Davido nor his representatives had publicly responded to Sophia’s remarks as of the time of filing this report.

LAGOS – American rapper Cardi B has addressed the intense public attention surrounding her personal life amid ongoing speculation that she is romantically involved with Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye.

The Grammy Award-winning rapper broke her silence in a series of posts on her Instagram Story, saying she is subjected to a level of public scrutiny that many other celebrities do not experience.

Her comments come days after she was spotted having dinner with the Udinese goalkeeper in Venice, Italy, further fueling rumours of a possible relationship.

Comparing her experience with that of pop icon Britney Spears, Cardi B said people are unusually invested in every aspect of her personal life.

“No cap, I’m really hip hop’s Britney Spears. I got all the tea on these celebrities… I know who’s with who and what’s doing what. But guess what? Nobody reports on it. You want to know why? Because nobody cares.”

The rapper lamented that even the smallest details about her life quickly become major topics of discussion online.

“But when it comes to me… I can’t even do anything without people talking about it. This is crazy,” she said.

Despite the constant attention, Cardi B said she has learned to accept the realities that come with being one of the world’s biggest music stars.

“You’ve got to take the good with the bad. It is what it is. People pay for this type of talk,” she added.

The dating rumours involving Cardi B and Okoye first gained momentum after the pair were photographed together at a restaurant in Venice alongside a group of friends.

The two had also made headlines weeks earlier when they were seen seated together at the Jean Paul Gaultier Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture Show during Paris Fashion Week.

Neither Cardi B nor Maduka Okoye has confirmed that they are in a romantic relationship, and their representatives have yet to issue any official statement regarding the speculation.

The rumours have continued to generate widespread reactions on social media, with fans closely following the pair’s recent public appearances.

LAGOS – Nigerian filmmaker and producer Biodun Stephen has said it is not the responsibility of movie producers or directors to protect the marriages of actors, insisting that actors and their spouses understand the demands of the profession before taking on roles.

Stephen made the remarks in a video shared on Instagram while responding to criticism over kissing scenes in Nollywood films.

Reacting to comments that filmmakers should reduce intimate scenes to help preserve actors’ marriages, the producer maintained that such decisions ultimately rest with the actors and their partners.

According to her, actors have the freedom to accept or reject roles that involve romantic scenes based on their personal convictions.

She explained that while she generally avoids excessive kissing scenes because she wants families to enjoy her movies together, she would not hesitate to include them if they are necessary to tell a compelling story.

Stephen noted that believable chemistry between actors is often essential to convincing audiences and making romantic storylines authentic.

“There’s this lady that always has a mouth for Nollywood. She said something about the kissing, Nollywood, and producers. She said producers should take things easy on having actors kiss because we’re possibly ruining their marriages.

“Kissing is not really part of my craft because I want people to watch my movies with their children, but that doesn’t mean that when an opportunity comes for it, I won’t embrace it. I will embrace it as long as the story calls for it.”

The filmmaker stressed that actors who are uncomfortable with kissing scenes are free to decline such roles, adding that many performers make their boundaries known before accepting a project.

She further argued that responsibility for managing the impact of acting on a marriage lies with the actor and their spouse, not the producer or director.

“I think that responsibility is on the actor who has chosen the profession and also on the spouse of that actor who has accepted that my spouse is an actor. They must have made their peace with it. That responsibility is not my responsibility.”

Stephen explained that her primary duty as a producer is to ensure actors are treated professionally and portrayed effectively on screen, rather than becoming involved in their personal relationships.

“My job as a producer or director is to protect you as an actor. My job is to present you properly to the audience without harming your person, but my job is not to break your home because that’s not on me. I did not put a gun to your head to work for me.”

Her comments have sparked debate on social media, with many users sharing differing opinions on the role of intimate scenes in Nollywood productions and their impact on actors’ personal lives.

LAGOS – A Lagos State Special Offences Court has granted Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, bail in the sum of N20 million in her ongoing trial over an alleged N69.15 million property fraud.

The self-styled relationship expert was granted bail on Thursday, about six weeks after she was remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre.

In addition to the bail, the court directed the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) to enforce travel restrictions against the defendant pending the conclusion of the trial.

Blessing CEO is being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a two-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretences and stealing.

According to the anti-graft agency, she allegedly obtained N69.15 million from Hope Chiropractic Health Clinic Limited in March 2025 under the pretext of securing a lease for a property in the Lekki area of Lagos.

She was arraigned before the court on June 9, 2026, where she pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Delivering his ruling on the bail application, Justice Rahman Oshodi admitted the defendant to bail in the sum of N20 million with two sureties in like amount.

The court also ordered that each surety must present evidence of financial capacity, including proof of deposits valued at N20 million over the past three years.

As part of the bail conditions, the judge directed the Nigerian Immigration Service to ensure that the defendant does not travel outside the country without the court’s approval while the case remains pending.

The trial was subsequently adjourned until October 12, 2026, for the continuation of proceedings.

The case remains one of several high-profile fraud prosecutions currently before the Lagos State Special Offences Court.