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Yhemo Lee To Host Club Party In Celebration Of BBN Season 10 Winner Imisi
Yhemo Lee has revealed he plans to host a club party in honour of Imisi, the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10. Imisi emerged victorious during Sunday’s finale, outshining fellow finalists Dede, Koyin, Sultana, Kola, Jason Jae, Mensan, Kaybobo, and Isabella to claim the grand prize. A fan took to Snapchat to commend Yhemo Lee for correctly predicting Imisi’s win, calling him a “prophet” and asking him to bless their life as well. The fan wrote, “Be like you go be prophet o, you said Imisi is your winner and she won BBN 10/10. Say good things about my life, too.” Responding, Yhemo Lee shared on Snapchat that he intends to celebrate Imisi’s victory in style: “I’m going to host her go club once she’s home. Imisi money.”
May Edochie Shares She Met Yul Edochie at GCE Centre Before Fame
Nigerian actress and socialite May Edochie has opened up about how she first crossed paths with her estranged husband, Nollywood star Yul Edochie. In a recent lifestyle podcast, May recounted that their first meeting happened long before either of them became famous or married. She explained that they met at a General Certificate Examination (GCE) centre during her early university years. At the time, she had just moved from Lagos to Enugu State University to pursue her degree, while Yul was studying at the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT). “Back then, when I went to the East for university, I was all about my books. We didn’t meet at a party or any glamorous place; it was at a GCE centre,” she said. May reflected on her younger self as highly focused and academically driven, emphasizing that her priority at the time was education.
Lagos Court Awards Adunni Ade N20 Million Over False Romance Report
Actress Adunni Ade has won a landmark privacy case, with a Lagos High Court awarding her N20 million in damages after an online publication falsely linked her to a romantic relationship with Senator Dino Melaye. The lawsuit, filed under case number LD/17781MFHR/2024, targeted a news outlet and its reporter over a story published on January 18, 2023, titled “Six Popular Nigerian Actresses Who Have Been Accused of Dating Dino Melaye.” Adunni claimed the article portrayed her in a misleading and offensive manner, constituting a “false light” invasion of privacy. In her statement, Adunni said the publication caused her significant emotional and psychological distress and violated her constitutional right to privacy under Section 37 of the Nigerian Constitution. She also cited breaches of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, due to the unauthorized use of her name and image. The defendants argued that her photos were publicly available on Instagram and that the lawsuit was filed a year after the article was published. However, Justice Ibironke Harrison ruled in Adunni’s favor, stating that she did not need to provide her data directly to the defendants for her claim to be valid. The court ordered the respondents to remove all mentions of her name and images from the publication in addition to the N20 million damages. Legal experts hailed the decision as a significant development in Nigerian privacy law, formally recognizing “false light” as a distinct violation. Adunni Ade, a German-American and Nigerian actress and single mother of two sons, has previously threatened legal action against other blogs for false reports about her personal life, emphasizing her right to protect her reputation.
Deji Adeyanju Questions If BBNaija Winners, Including Imisi, Really Receive Their Prize Money
After Imisi was declared the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10, activist Deji Adeyanju raised questions about the reality show’s prize distribution. On his X account, he wrote: “Do they really give BBNaija winners the prize money? The reason I am asking is because many of them end up looking extremely broke thereafter.” His comment has sparked discussions online, with fans and critics debating whether winners genuinely receive and benefit from the ₦150 million grand prize. Adeyanju’s observation also echoes concerns from previous seasons, keeping public curiosity alive about what happens to the contestants once the show ends.
Lagos Renames Street After Adekunle Gold in Heartfelt Tribute
Afrobeats sensation Adekunle Gold has been honored with a street in Lagos named after him, celebrating his rise from humble beginnings to international acclaim. On Instagram, the singer shared heartwarming visuals of himself with his wife, Simi, and their daughter, Deja, as they unveiled the newly christened “Adekunle Kosoko Street.” In the video, Deja joyfully helped remove the cloth covering the street sign, creating a memorable family moment. He wrote in the caption: “Adekunle Kosoko Street. The city that raised me now carries my name. Thank you, Lord, for my many blessings.” The tribute not only acknowledges Adekunle Gold’s impact on the music scene but also reflects his enduring bond with Lagos, the city that nurtured his talent and dreams. Fans have praised the gesture, calling it a fitting celebration of his success and an inspiration to aspiring artists. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Big Fish 🦈 (@adekunlegold)
Delta Gov’s Aide Accuses BBNaija Organisers Of Rigging Show To Deny Dede Victory
Delta State Government’s Senior Special Assistant on Media, Ossai Ovie Success, has accused the organisers of Big Brother Naija Season 10 of manipulating the results to stop Dede from winning the show. In a post shared online, Ovie Success claimed that the producers deliberately denied Dede the crown because another Delta contestant, Kellyrae, won the previous season. He insisted that Dede was the true winner and vowed to take legal action against the organisers for what he described as a rigged voting process. “Dede was robbed by the BBNaija organisers because a Delta boy, Kellyrae, won last year’s season. They didn’t want another Delta person to win this year’s edition. She truly deserved the Big Brother Naija crown, not the second position,” he said. “I’ll be suing the organisers on behalf of Dede because the voting was rigged. I’m highly disappointed in this season.” Ovie stressed that his outrage was not because of Dede’s origin but because she performed exceptionally well and made viewers proud throughout the competition. Imisi was announced as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10, walking away with a grand prize of N150 million.
Phyna Celebrates Imisi’s BBNaija Win, Calls Her ‘My Authentic Winner’
Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, has joined fans and celebrities in celebrating Imisi’s recent victory on the reality show, describing her as her “authentic winner.” Taking to social media shortly after the announcement, Phyna expressed excitement over Imisi’s triumph, revealing that she had been rooting for her from the start. “In the midst of all, Imisi has been my top pick! Congratulations, my authentic winner. The street has made another queen,” she wrote, adding several heart and dancing emojis. Her post has since gained massive reactions online, with many fans praising Phyna for supporting another female winner and showing solidarity within the BBNaija community. Imisi’s win marks another milestone for women on the show, continuing the legacy of strong female champions like Phyna, Mercy Eke, and Ilebaye.
Mercy Eke Says Her BBNaija Victory Was Carefully Planned To Inspire Women
Big Brother Naija Season 4 winner, Mercy Eke, has once again become a topic of conversation after opening up about how she meticulously planned her path to victory in 2019. In an interview with Bella Naija, Mercy explained that her success wasn’t accidental but the result of preparation, confidence, and determination. “I calculated all the days we’d spend in the house and packed for the full 99 days. I was ready,” she said. “When I won, I did it for every young woman who’s ever been told she can’t. Now, more women have won, and many more will.” Her remarks stirred debate across social media. Some users applauded her for inspiring women and breaking barriers, while others accused her of being self-congratulatory. One user, @Detolarnee, argued, “If Tacha wasn’t disqualified, you wouldn’t have won,” while another, @Heylumi_s, wrote, “You did it for yourself, not for women.” Despite the criticism, many fans rallied behind her, describing her as a symbol of hard work and grace. “Mercy is focused, humble, and drama-free — that’s why she keeps succeeding,” said @Sassenacker. Mercy made history in 2019 as the first woman to win Big Brother Naija, a landmark victory that redefined the perception of female housemates and inspired future generations of women to dream bigger.