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Nollywood actor Junior Pope survives boat mishap — AGN confirms

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The Nollywood community was engulfed in a wave of relief and gratitude on Wednesday night as the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) debunked rumors of the demise of popular actor Junior Pope Odonwodo, affectionately known as Jnr Pope.

Earlier in the day, distressing reports had circulated, alleging that the actor had tragically perished in a boat accident along with three companions on the Anam River in Anambra State.

Filmmaker Samuel Olatunji’s Instagram post announcing the purported passing of Junior Pope and his fellow travelers had cast a pall of sorrow over the industry. Olatunji’s somber message read, “Junior Pope passes on. Sad day for Nollywood.

“Four actors including Jnr Pope fell into Anam River on their way to location and their bodies have been recovered.”

The news escalated throughout the entertainment sphere, prompting an outpouring of condolences and prayers for the bereaved families.

However, the AGN swiftly intervened to clarify the situation, affirming that Junior Pope had survived the ordeal.

In a reassuring statement posted on their Instagram page, the AGN announced, “Junior Pope is alive. He is undergoing treatment in the hospital.”

The revelation dispelled the grim speculation, sparking a collective sigh of relief among fans and colleagues alike.

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Drop hit song, stop chasing clout – Doyin, Tacha blast Wizkid

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Ex-Big Brother Naija housemates, Doyin and Tacha, have slammed Wizkid for ‘chasing clout’ and disrespecting Don Jazzy on social media.

NEWSMEN  reported that Wizkid was on a banter spree on Monday after throwing shade at Davido and Don Jazzy on X.

Reacting, Doyin said the Starboy boss was chasing clout and should desist to focus on releasing songs.

She particularly lashed out at Wizkid for “disrespecting” Don Jazzy.

She wrote on her Instagram page: “Don Jazzy is still the JayZ of the Nigerian music industry. If you try to disrespect him, it just shows your head is not correct. No be to dey chase clout, drop hit!”

Tacha warned Wizkid that any slander or disrespect towards Don Jazzy would not be tolerated.

Speaking in a video message on her social media, Tacha noted that Don Jazzy has made significant impacts on the Nigerian music industry.

Tacha said: “No Don Jazzy slander will be tolerated. Don Jazzy’s impact on the entertainment industry can never be overemphasized.

“If you have to take off Don Jazzy’s inputs on the industry, that would be you taking half of Afrobeats away. Because who would you be listening to? Don Jazzy has grown a lot of global superstars.

“This is somebody that doesn’t restrict himself to the music industry alone. Don Jazzy is there for everybody regardless of their status.”

 

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‘Retire from music if you’re fed up’ – Israel DMW tells Wizkid

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Davido’s Logistics Manager, Israel Afeare, popularly known as Israel DMW, has wadded into the beef between his boss and Wizkid.

NEWSMEN  reports that Wizkid and Davido were engaged in a fierce social media war on X on Monday.

Reacting via his Instagram story, Israel DMW stated that he was disappointed with Wizkid’s behaviour, stressing that Davido had done nothing to deserve it.

He urged Wizkid to retire from the music industry “honourably” if he is fed up.

He also berated him for shading ace music executive, Don Jazzy.

Israel DMW wrote: “I use to like everything about you, thinking you’re a human being. I never knew you’re a fully daft headed human being. Why dis continous jealousy and hatred? Did oga [Davido] stops you from releasing ur own back to back sweet hits?

“He has never in anytime said anything bad of you at all. You you just keep hating him for nothing sake. Retire from music if you’re fed up. Resign honourably. Who the hell are you? You’re just a small dwarf. You will be taught a lesson, if you’re not careful.

“You’re an idiot. A whole Don Baba? Na ur mate? Ugbeowagbon, Usaloa.”

 

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Moses Bliss has gifted three artistes signed under his label, brand new cars.

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Ace gospel singer and Spotlite Nation record label owner,Ace gospel singer and Spotlite Nation record label owner, Moses Bliss has gifted three artistes signed under his label, brand new cars.

The ‘Daddy-wey-dey-pamper’ crooner disclosed this on his  Instagram page.

According to him, the  three signees are Godfrey Gad, Neeja and Son Music.

The  globally renowned  music minister who recently married his Ghanaian sweetheart Marie, had also  this time last year gifted three  cars to his barber and two artistes signed under his record label.

The kind gesture has attracted accolades from his followers and fans on social media, including his lawyer,  Pelumi Olajengbesi.

Olajengbesi said: “This is an overwhelming moment.

“The gospel music community is truly witnessing the power of support and encouragement.”

reports that Moses Bliss who hails  from  Akwa Ibom  State, is  a songwriter and worship leader.

He released his first single  “E No Dey Fall My Hand” in January  2017 and rose to prominence with the 2019 song “Too Faithful”.

In 2020, he won the Loveworld International Music and Arts Award (LIMA 2020), for his song “You I Live for”, an annual awards by renowned cleric Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

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