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Fans Want Five Celebrities To Avoid Controversies In 2019
Without a doubt, it is common knowledge that celebrities are only the set of people whose life and activities are always closely monitored by the media, fans, critics and busy bodies. This inevitable act has sometimes made these celebrities become vulnerable, that’s why sometimes, we get to see them drag critics on social media.
For some staying away from controversies is like mixing water and oil together which never works. As we go into a new year we hope these celebrities say away from controversy and concentrate on their craft.
Mercy Aigbe: She is unarguably one of the most beautiful and talented women you will find in the Nigerian entertainment industry, but she has also been in the news for all the wrong reasons. In 2018, she started trending from the beginning of the year following her birthday dress drama. The story went back and forth with no headway, rather it left her with the dent of always being trapped in drama.
When we thought it was going to be the last drama, Mercy Aigbe was going to be involved in, then came the rumours that she got her mansion from a sugar daddy, a claim she denied. It’s a new year and all the fans want to hear and see from the talented actress in new block buster movie projects and those gorgeous photos that we always love.
Tonto Dike: It will be a surprise to you that even though light skinned gorgeous actress has been missing in action in the Nigerian movie industry, she has been able to remain in the news for a lot of other reasons.
Some of these reasons include that she is big on giving to charity which gets a lot of buzz from the media, but the main reason we hear about Tonto Dike every other time is the controversies surrounding her. In 2018 if she wasn’t throwing shades at her ex-husband, she was raising alarm over plans by the police to invade her house. Lets hope that in 2019 she returns from self imposed exile and goes back to acting, we miss the talent.
Wizkid: The biggest controversy in 2018 was that of Wizkid and his baby mamas especially the time one of them, Sola – Ogudu spilled a lot about her issues with the music star pertaining to parenting of their son Boluwatife.
It was one of the craziest moments in 2018 and we hope it would not happen in 2019. 2018 was one of the biggest years for Wizkid’s career as he broke so many records from our African point of view. From selling out the 20,000 capacity 02 Arena in the United Kingdom to sold out Nike Jersey. Indeed he had an amazing 2018. Moving forward, Wizkid should keep his house hold in order and continue to bless us with beautiful music.
Daddy Freeze: Daddy Freeze spent the better part of 2018 dragging various pastors in Nigeria over what he claims to be their fraudulent activities. The on Air personality tackled these pastors one after the other. At some point, he revealed that he was no longer getting gigs because of the influence of these powerful men of God. However, we loved some moments from the eloquent Daddy Freeze in 2018 most especially his exclusive interview with Timaya.
Well, we all want him to keep his gigs and shows in 2019 by doing the needful.
Runtown: One of the most talented singers from this part of the world has to be Runtown. In his short time in the entertainment industry he has been able to create a different kind of sound. In 2018 Runtown’s music career took a back stage as he was embroiled in different controversies.
At some point he was accused by a foreigner of defrauding her. He also had a controversial moment in 2018 and was quick to brush it aside and move on. First was the drama between him and his former record Laboh Eric Many Entertainment. The controversy that surrounded his exit from the record label was messy.
At some point, the music star’s alleged sex tape was leaked even though till date it hasn’t been confirmed if he was the one that was actually in the tape. It didn’t end there, towards the end of the year, the former record label claimed Runtown has been banned from entering the United States of America, a claim he denied.
For fans and lovers of the music idol, 2019 is a breath of fresh air and all they pray is for him to come back to his winning ways.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’