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Blessing CEO, a controversial self-acclaimed relationship expert, has started auctioning her properties to raise funds for cancer treatment.

This came a few hours after she announced that she has been diagnosed with cancer.

DAILY POST reports that Blessing CEO had earlier, in a video on her Instagram page, disclosed that she has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.

In subsequent posts on Instagram page, Blessing CEO said she is putting her car, wigs, and her Lagos mansion up for sale to pay for chemotherapy and other medical care.

Speaking in one of the videos, she said, “Hey guys, to those of you who have always admired my wigs, I’m going to be auctioning them for sale because I need money for Chemo. So please, the fastest finger should just text me, don’t stress me because I’m already going through a lot.”

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Popular Nigerian self-acclaimed relationship expert, Blessing CEO, has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.

Blessing CEO made this known on Wednesday morning in a viral video shared on her Instagram page.

Breaking down in tears, she showed how cancer has been causing her hair loss.

Reacting to the development, many netizens took to social media to sympathise with her.

@king_Naeto noted, “Nobody deserves this pain. This video is so emotional, bringing us all back to remember who we are on this earth ‘sand’. After all the struggle and hustle, may sickness never give us the greatest heartbreak.”

@TheChubiyo wrote, “This is heartbreaking. Sending Blessing CEO all the strength and love during this difficult fight. You’re not alone. We’re all rooting for you.”

@MairoEnoch stated, “News like this is a reminder that beyond the noise, opinions, and online personas, people are still human (fragile, vulnerable, and facing battles we may never fully understand).”

@idris_senator said, “This is deeply heartbreaking news. Blessing CEO being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer is a serious and challenging situation, and it’s understandable that she feels scared. At times like this, compassion matters more than anything else. Wishing her strength, comfort, and the best possible care as she goes through treatment.”

@tolatheenigma wrote, “Even if I don’t like her on these social media platforms, I’m saying my prayers for her and hoping all goes well for her.”

Blessing CEO diagnosed with stage 4 cancer

Veteran Nollywood actress, Ireti Doyle, has finally spoken about divorce from her ex-husband, Patrick Doyle.

This comes years after the celebrity couple’s divorce.

DAILY POST recalls that the actress announced their divorce during an interview in January 2023, without disclosing details.

Despite fans and media attention, the couple have maintained a professional relationship on screen.

However, addressing the subject during her latest interview with Morayo Brown, Ireti stated that ending her marriage was painful.

Speaking for the first time about her failed marriage, Ireti stated that her decision to remain silent was because “it is none of the public’s business”.

While noting that her family and few friends are the only people she owes explanation, Ireti vowed never to allow herself to be used as a click bait in the media.

“First of all you didn’t hear anything because it is none of your business. Two people come together to get married, there’s a celebration. Sadly, unfortunately something went wrong and you could no longer continue the life journey together.

“The only people you owe explanation to at all, are those family and friends that gathered on day one. You see this larger audience that you are performing for, they do not care. God forbid because I will never knowingly give myself up as a click bait. The end of any relationship talks less of long time marriage is painful”, she said.

‘I’ll never allow myself to be used as click bait’ – Ireti Doyle finally speaks about her divorce [VIDEO]

Nollywood actress, Uche Montana has spoken candidly about the impact of fame on her romantic life, noting that fame might scare some potential suitors away.

In a recent interview with Uncut Xtra podcast, Montana said it would take “a special kind of man” to approach her for a relationship and accept her for who she is.

The mother of one, however, noted that she is grateful for fame, stressing that fame gave her fortune and comfort.

“It is going to take a special kind of man to have all of me. It is going to take a very special kind of man. Fame has done amazing things for me. I can’t take that away.

“It might not make dating very easy, but being able to provide for my family and live comfortably is a big win.
“So, a man who feels intimidated by my fame can’t even be in the conversation of having a relationship with me. Fame is not supposed to make love difficult but it might because of the kind of world that we are in,” she said.

Montana added that a lot of pretty ladies are single because men often assume that the most beautiful women are in relationships.

‘It will take special man to have all of me’ – Actress, Uche Montana

Popular Nigerian singer, Chike has revealed the marital advice his mother gave to him, sharing that she told him not to marry someone who doesn’t adds value to his life regardless of love.

Speaking in a recent interview with Ada’s Room podcast, Chike disclosed that his mother advised him never to marry from a poor family or settle with an unemployed lady.

The 33-year-old explained that according to his mother, marrying from a poor family or marrying a lady whose family members are financially dependent on is a financial burden.

“I think everybody should look for a partner that has value. Personally, my mum advised me never to settle down with a woman who doesn’t have a source of livelihood regardless of love,” he said.

The singer added, “She also told me never to marry someone with the baggage of family responsibilities, especially a firstborn that is not productive.”

Chike said he often interrogates ladies to see if they are from comfortable families and are productive before proposing relationship.

He advised men to think beyond sex and consider other factors before entering into relationships, especially ones with marriage potentials.

My mum told me never to marry unemployed woman – Singer Chike

Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has spoken candidly about his journey in the music industry so far and what fans should expect from him in the next phase of his career.

Speaking on the Official UK Afrobeats Chart Show with Eddie Kadi, Davido said he has achieved so much in his career, performing across the world and receiving accolades, including back-to-back multiple Grammy nominations in the last three years.

He explained that his contented with his achievements, and now wants to return to his roots by making unapologetic African music as opposed to incorporating Western sounds to appeal to international audiences.

Davido said, “This part of my career, I have performed everywhere, sold out every arena, I have been to three Grammys in the last three years. The music that is coming next is very Davido, it is very African. We have done it so I am not really looking to really do western sounds.”

The singer also spoke the support he enjoys from his South African fans, claiming that “80 per cent” of the citizens of South Africa know him and love his music.

Davido has collaborated with several South African artists over the years and have received multiple certifications from the country’s music industry.

‘I’m no longer interested in Grammy, Western validations’ – Davido

Nigerian singer, Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, has revealed that many of his colleagues maltreated him between 2023 and 2024 when he was trying to break into the mainstream.

In a social media post, the ‘Ex-convict’ crooner emphasized that several Nigerian artists did not give him a safe landing in the industry or even receptive.

He explained that the experience has made him to be “extra mean.”

On his X handle, the singer wrote, “2023/2024 many artist pour me spit for face…. I mean manyyyyyy, that’s why I’m extra mean, ogun go kill of una one by one as time dey go.”

Shallipopi became an internet sensation after his song ‘Elon Musk’ went viral.

He later remixed the song with Zlatan Ibile and Fireboy DML, which solidified his stardom.

In October 2023, Shallipopi revealed in an Instagram post that Zlatan gave his career “life” free of charge.

Many Nigerian artists poured spit on my face – Shallipopi

Popular Nigerian influencer, Tunde Ednut, has slammed human rights activist and pro-democracy campaigner, Omoyele Sowore, over his remarks about Governor Alex Otti’s performance.

DAILY POST reports that Sowore had in a viral video online described Abia State governor, Alex Otti’s achievements as “half-transformation”.

“I just came back from Aba a few days ago to protest, some guys there who are members of the Labour party claimed he has transformed Aba, that’s Alex Otti. But I went to Aba, some transformed, partly not transformed. I don’t believe in half transformation”, he said.

Sowore made the remark after his visit to the state.

Reacting to the development, Tunde Ednut, in a post on Instagram, questioned Sowore’s stance.

While accusing him of having a biased agenda, Tunde Ednut expressed confusion about Sowore’s advocacy, saying he has never spoken good about people.

“Me I no come understand Sowore again. Nobody good for him eye? Okay, who come good for Nigeria like this?” He queried.

‘Nobody good for your eye’ – Tunde Ednut blasts Sowore over remarks on Gov Otti

Nollywood actress, Debbie Shokoya, has debunked viral reports claiming that singer Obesere is her biological father.

According to the viral news that surfaced on social media over the weekend, Debbie allegedly cried out after years of keeping it a secret.

Reacting to the news, Debbie, in a video shared on her Instagram page on Monday, noted that she has never had any contact with Obesere before.

Speaking amid the backlash, Debbie said, “It is not funny anymore; the news is everywhere. I have never met Obesere before, and you claim I said he’s my biological father? Don’t I look like my father? Am I not my biological father’s replica?

“Obesere is not my biological father. Please stop spreading fake news! Stop writing or posting things I never said. Some commentators do not even think well enough to know that these things are fake; they start to throw abuses.

“I’ve never said or written this, nor did I cry out as they claimed. Please stop spreading false news. Bloggers should also post this video the same way they were quick to jump on that misconception,” she said.

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‘Obesere is not my biological father’ – Actress Debbie Shokoya

Nigerian actress and content creator Bukunmi Adeaga Ilori, popularly known as Kiekie, has emphasised on the need for content creators and celebrities to set boundaries between their personal and professional lives.

Speaking at The Creative Blueprint 2.0, Kiekie explained that she has created a thick line between her personal life and her brand as a comic star.

“I have created a very thick line between what is personal to me as Oluwabukunmi Adeaga Ilori and what is personal to my brand as Kiekie. What are the elements of my brand? Event and TV host, actor, content creator. What is my content? Comic,” she said.

Kiekie explained that she doesn’t feature her husband, Tunji Ilori, in her content because “he is not funny”.

The actress added that she features her daughter Nola on her social media because “she is made for the camera”.

She, however, clarified that there is a limit to how she features her daughter in her content, stressing that she only create content with her during academic breaks.

Kiekie strongly advocated for restraint among content creators, especially as regards to featuring their family members in their content or social media.

“We overmilk viral moments until it becomes annoying. And that is where oversharing comes in,” she added.

Why I don’t use my husband for content creation – Kiekie