Entertainment
Sex demands led to my 14-year absence from Nollywood – Actress Jumoke George
Ace Nollywood actress, Jumoke George has revealed the cause of her 14-year absence from the film industry.
Jumoke George spoke during an interview on Oyinmomo TV.
Speaking about the challenges faced in her career, the actress stated that her dark complexion and refusal to exchange sex for roles led to her prolonged absence.
“My dark complexion was not the only setback I faced in my career. Another reason why I did not get movie roles for like 14 years is my refusal to sleep around. When directors complained that I was too dark and I would tell them to add my lightning to the scene to make me look lighter.
“You can’t push me to do something I do not want to do. I will glow with this skin till old age and do not forget, black does not crack. I started issues when about 20 to 30 executives wanted sex in exchange for roles.
“And i said, as long as God exists, I would not find myself in such space. I didn’t get any movie roles for three years, and I did not understand what was happening until the day I saw one of our directors at Feminine Cafe at LTV 8, and asked him why he no longer called me for work.
“He then told me that their group of directors have decided not to give me roles and I was like why? He said it was because you refused to sleep with them. I just started crying and when I got home, I prayed to God to take control.”
Entertainment
Bobrisky Complained of Chest Pain, hospitalised
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, was transported to the Police Hospital in Falomo, Lagos, on Wednesday after reporting discomfort in his chest area, commonly referred to as ‘breasts.’ This incident followed his detention at the Alagbon Police Station in Lagos State.
According to a police insider, Bobrisky was taken to the hospital around 2 p.m. due to his complaints of pain. “Bobrisky claimed his ‘breasts’ were hurting him, which led us to take him to the hospital,” the source explained.
Reports suggest that the ambulance transfer may have been conducted as a precautionary measure, coinciding with a visit from the Commissioner of Police overseeing the Special Fraud Unit (SFU) in Lagos. The source noted that the ambulance was requested with the intention of minimizing public attention, as the CP was planning to transfer Bobrisky to the SFU command.
The source revealed, “They sent for a police ambulance with the number plate LLD339LP to discreetly move him.”
Prior to his hospital transfer, Bobrisky was kept in isolation from other detainees, under the watchful eye of two armed officers. “He was kept separate from the others and guarded by two armed guards until he was taken to the hospital,” the police insider stated.
Upon arriving at the hospital, Bobrisky was escorted by a nurse and a well-armed officer. “A female nurse and a police officer accompanied Bobrisky, who was placed on a stretcher,” the source added.
Earlier in the week, Bobrisky was apprehended by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and subsequently detained at the Nigeria Police Force’s Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Alagbon. The circumstances surrounding his arrest and hospitalization continue to draw public attention, given his popularity and controversial persona.
Entertainment
Portable Narrowly Escapes Assassination Attempt
Nigerian music star Habeeb Okikiola, better known by his stage name Portable, reportedly escaped an assassination attempt on Wednesday after capturing a man armed with a gun.
It was gathered that the incident took place at Ota in Ogun State, with Portable sharing his distress and relief in a video
In the video, Portable, who appears to be visibly shaken in the video, is seen shouting and appealing for public sympathy, stating, “They want to kill me!”
The video also captured the tense moment when a half-naked man, allegedly the assailant, was detained while holding a gun.
Bystanders were heard demanding answers, asking, “Who pulled the trigger?”
Efforts to get a statement from the Ogun State Police Command hit a roadblock, as its spokesperson SP Odutola Omolola did not respond to calls or messages sent to her.
However, the motive behind the attack remains unclear.
Meanwhile, the controversial artist is known for being outspoken.
Entertainment
SAD! Nollywood Policeman Ayo Emmanuel Passes Away
Nigerian actor Ayo Emmanuel, famous for his consistent portrayal of police officers in Nollywood movies, has passed away.
According to reports from a close family member, the actor had been hospitalized, battling prostate cancer.
Emmanuel, fondly called “Uncle Ayo,” succumbed to the illness on the morning of Wednesday, October 23.
A touching tribute was shared on Facebook by one of his close friends, Mickey Odey, who expressed his grief:
“You never failed to call me your brother from another mother whenever we were together… Just a few months ago, we were together when I was robbed, and now to hear that you are gone… I spoke with you just last week, and you said you were better… May your gentle soul rest in paradise, my brother from another mother.”
Emmanuel’s passing has left a significant void in the Nigerian film industry.
He will be remembered for his memorable roles and contributions to Nollywood.
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