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Olori Miriam’s message to Ooni on birthday: ‘All of us you married will give you peace of mind’

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As her message for the Ooni Of Ife, Enitan Ogunwusi, on his 48th birthday over the weekend, his first wife, Miriam Ogunwusi, prayed for peace upon him and his other wives.

Ms Mariam, whom the Ooni married in September, nine months after Silekunola Naomi, his ex-wife, confirmed the end of their three-year marriage, acknowledged his other wives while praying for peace in their household.

In a celebration to mark his birthday on Sunday in Ife, the queen also prayed for long life, good health and peace to all his recently married wives.

During a prayer session, she said: “You would not weep over anyone. You will not know sorrows. Ile Ife will enjoy the goodness. All of us you married will give you peace of mind.”

In a clip on social media, the queen can be seen on her knees in front of a celebratory cake, praying for the Ooni while others responded to her prayers.

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The Ooni, in the company of his first wife, held a thanksgiving service on Sunday following their wedding last month.

It was held at the Ooni’s Palace. Ms Mariam, from Ebira ethnic group in Kogi State, was traditionally married to the Ooni on 6 September.

Before marrying the first-class king, she worked at Nestoil Limited, an engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning company in the oil and gas sector.

She lost her father at a young age and was reportedly brought up in the home of a former inspector general of police Mohammed Abubakar. Her mother is a retired police officer.

Ooni and Ms Mariam attended the annual Olojo Festival in Ile-Ife, Osun State, in September. It was their first official public outing since their celebrated union.

The new Olori was dressed in an all-white ensemble like her husband and was seen speaking with the royal father as different groups paid homage to the Ooni during the ceremony.

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From September to date, the Ooni of Ife has married three other queens in quick succession.

According to the information, he will marry two more women and nine in total, before the year ends.

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His last marriage to Ashley Adegoke took place on 14 October.

Earlier, he married an ex-beauty queen, Tobi Phillips, on 9 October.

Like his previous marriage, the Ooni was absent at the ceremony.

His chiefs, royal guards and royal staff were there to represent him.

Before her, he married Olori Elizabeth in Magodo, Lagos, a few days after his first marriage. He was also absent on occasion.

The incoming queens were reportedly his women before he married Wuraola Otiti and Noami Silekunola.

The two incoming wives are Ronke Ademiluyi, a London-trained lawyer and Temitope Adesegun.

According to reports, Ms Temitope is a divorcee based in Lagos.

She worked as the Personal Assistant to the late Secretary to the State Government, Princess Aderenle Adeniran-Ogunsanya, during the Babatunde Fashola administration

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Best dressed woman controversy: Eniola Ajao dumps Bobrisky,  announces new winners with ₦1m gift

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Popular Yoruba actress Eniola Ajao, has finally dumped Bobrisky as the winner of the ‘Best Dressed’ in the Female Category following criticisms that trailed her movie premiere.

 

The actress’s Beast of Two Worlds: Ajakaju movie premiere sparked reactions after cross-dresser Bobrisky, was declared a winner at the event.

 

Although Eniola had since apologised for the stunt gone wrong, she took to her social media handles to tender an apology to Dayo Amusa, Bobrisky, women, Muslim societies and everyone offended by her action.

 

In her message to Bobrisky, the actress apologised for putting the crossdresser in a problematic situation, as announcing him as the winner was to generate publicity for her movie.

 

She then announced two new winners to make amends and correct her mistakes.

 

She also revealed that each woman would receive a sum of ₦1m as a token of her sincere apology and appreciation for their grace and elegance.

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See full apology below:

AN APOLOGY FROM ENIOLA AJAO

Dear Esteemed Members of the Public,

I write to you today with a heavy heart, filled with regret and remorse over the events that unfolded at my movie premiere, BEAST OF TWO WORLDS “AJAKAJU,” #ajakajuthemovie on Sunday, 24th March, 2024. I address you all today, taking full responsibility and seeking your pardon with my deepest regrets for the distress and turmoil caused by the events surrounding the selection of Best Dressed at the premiere of “AJAKAJU.”

 

First, I want to extend my sincerest apologies to the Muslim community, especially during this sacred month of Ramadan. I acknowledge and respect the significance of this time, and it was never my intention to offend or upset anyone with the proceedings of our premiere. Please accept my sincerest apologies for any distress my actions may have caused during this sacred time.

 

To the women in our society, I want to express my profound apologies. As a woman myself, I understand the importance of upholding and honoring our gender with dignity and respect. I want to assure you that I hold the utmost reverence for womanhood, and I would never intentionally engage in any behavior that diminishes or disparages the role of women in our society.

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I also extend my heartfelt apologies to My honorable and supportive boss Femi Adebayo @femiadebayosalami and his wife, @iyanaladuke and @dayoamusa for the undue backlash they faced as a result of the announcement made at our event. I deeply regret the insults and disrespect directed towards them, and I take full responsibility for any harm caused.

 

To Bobrisky @bobrisky222 I offer my sincere apologies for putting you in a difficult position. The decision to award you was never meant to cause harm or controversy but was rather an attempt to generate publicity for our movie. I am truly sorry for any distress this may have caused you.

 

In an effort to make amends and correct my mistakes, I have decided to honour two females, Bode Alao and one other beautiful woman as the best-dressed females at the premiere. Each will receive a sum of N1,000,000(One Million Naira) as a token of my sincere apology and appreciation for their grace and elegance.

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BREAKING: Popular Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor dies at 62

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Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, has died at the age of 62 after a prolonged illness.

 

This was disclosed by a social commentator, Morris Monye, via his X handle, on Sunday.

 

Muonagor was said to have suffered kidney failure and was on dialysis.

 

The sudden news of his demise comes just few days after a viral video where he solicited funds to help him have a Kidney transplant.

 

Monye wrote, “Deeply heartbroken by the news of Amaechi Muonagor’s passing.

 

“He was a talented Nollywood actor whose presence on our screens was truly masterful.

 

“We watched with concern as he battled health issues, offering whatever support we could to help him seek treatment in India.

 

“This tragic loss highlights the need for better healthcare in our country.”

 

Muonagor, a native of Idemili, in Anambra, was born August 20, 1962.

 

He was an actor and producer. In 2016, he was nominated for AMVCA 2017 Best Actor in a comedy.

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In 1989, after his youth service, Muonagor started working for the News Agency of Nigeria. He left his job a few years later for an acting role in his first movie as Akunatakasi in Taboo 1, a Nigerian movie.

 

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Popular Nollywood actor, Mr Ibu dies of cardiac arrest at 62

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Ace Nigerian actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has passed away at the age of 62.

 

His death comes hours after another popular actor, Quadri Oyebamiji, better known as Sisi Quadri, died.

 

Emeka Rollas, the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), broke the news in an Instagram post on Saturday evening.

 

Rollas quoted Don Nwuzor, the actor’s longtime manager, as confirming that he died of cardiac arrest.

 

“Mr Ibu suffered cardiac arrest according to his manager for 24 years Mr Don Single Nwuzor,” the post reads in part.

 

“I announce with deep sense of grief that Mr Ibu didnt make it. May his soul rest in peace.”

 

In October last year, the ace actor revealed he was battling with a life-threatening illness.

 

Ibu, who spoke from a hospital bed, also cried out for financial assistance over the medical condition.

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The film star’s plight prompted calls on social media for the AGN to assist one of its own.

 

Several people announced their donations to the ailing actor, including the Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Foundation, which revealed it “paid the entire medical expenses of Ibu”.

 

On November 6, Ibu’s family revealed that the actor’s leg had been amputated after undergoing seven surgeries. He, however, remained in the hospital where had been recuperating.

 

In January, the movie star returned home after months in the hospital.

 

 

The 63-year-old actor delved into acting ina the early 2000s but rose to fame for his role in the movie ‘Mr Ibu,’ which was released in 2004.

 

He also featured in a plethora of movies such as ‘Coffin Producers’, ‘Husband Suppliers’, ‘International Players’, ‘Mr.Ibu in London’ and ‘Police Recruit’

 

Ibu was well known for his comedic roles which earned him several nominations and awards.

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