Efe Irele is a model, video vixen, and actress. Here are a few things to know about her as she turns a year older. 1. Efeilomo Michelle Irele was born on September 4, 1990, in Lagos to a father from Edo State and an Itsekiri mother. 2. She has three siblings, two sisters and a brother. 3. She attended Corona...
The name Tomike Alayande-Adeoye rings a bell if you are a TV lover. She is the presenter who keeps everyone to their screens with her captivating smiles and demeanor. Aside from that, she is also an OAP, actress, MC, red-carpet host, voice-over artist, vlogger, brand influencer, and entrepreneur. Here are things you probably did not know about her. 1. Tomike...
Bolanle Olukanni is a Nigerian media personality, TV host, compere, actress, and entrepreneur. Her voice, smile, and style are some of the many things that have endeared viewers to her. As she turns a year older, we are sharing 16 noteworthy facts about her. 1. Born on August 19, Bolanle Olukanni was raised in four different countries—Nigeria, Israel, Kenya, and...
Rachel Oniga is a Nigerian actress. She is famous for her roles in Wale Adenuga’s Super Story series. Here are a few facts to know about the veteran actress. 1. Rachel Oniga was born on 23 May 1957 in Ebute-Metta, Lagos. 2. She hails from Eku, a town in Delta State. 3. She grew up in a polygamous family and was...
Bukky Wright is a popular Nigerian actress, producer, politician, and businesswoman. Although she has been off the entertainment scene, the veteran actress truly made her mark during her heyday. Here are a few notable facts about Bukky Wright. 1. Bukky Wright was born Oluwabukola Sekinat Ajoke Wright on 31 March 1967 to a Christian father and a Muslim mother in...
Olufunmilola Aduke Iyanda, better known as Funmi Iyanda, is a Nigerian talk show host, broadcaster, journalist, and blogger. She produced and hosted a popular talk show, New Dawn with Funmi, which aired on the national network for over eight years. Early Life Iyanda was born in Lagos to the family of Gabriel and Yetunde Iyanda. Her father was originally from Ogbomoso, and her mother...
Hannah Beachler is an American film production designer who has worked on several movies like Creed, Moonlight, Black Panther, and many other blockbusters. Beachler, who recently got nominated for her design direction on the superhero movie “Black Panther” at the Academy Awards (OSCARS) for Best Production Design, is the first African-American production designer to be nominated in that category. ALSO READ:...
If you grew up listening to hit songs like “Smooth Operator” and “Sweetest Taboo,” you’ll definitely know the musical legend Sade Adu. Sade Adu is a British-Nigerian singer who is known for her grace and unmistakably soothing voice. Her sultry, soul-inspired songs struck a chord around the world in the 80s and 90s. The four-time Grammy Award winner turned 60...
Mercy Johnson Okojie is a Nigerian actress, film producer, and brand ambassador. Mercy’s versatility in every role she takes on captivates her audience, leading to numerous awards. Here is a profile of her. Early Life Mercy Johnson-Okojie was born on the 28th of August 1984 in Lagos to a former naval officer, Mr. Daniel Johnson, and Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson,...
Sandra Tubobereni is one of Nigeria’s finest designers and the creative director of the foremost fashion brand, TUBO. She has designed outfits for notable celebrities like Rita Dominic, Adesua Etomi, Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, and many more. Here’s everything you should know about her. Early Life Sandra Tubobereni was born in May 1991 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. She has a...