Popular Nigerian comedian Bovi openly shared his views on Nigeria’s restrictive dating culture, highlighting its impact on relationships and marriages in adulthood.

During a recent interview on The Honest Bunch Podcast, Bovi explained his perspective in detail. He said,

“Most parents don’t want to hear that their children have boyfriends but when they get to a certain age, they start asking them to bring their husbands home. From where? Children aren’t even allowed to date!

He added, “I said something one day on a TV and people were coming for me for saying that young children should be able to go on dates and all.”

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The comedian explained how strict upbringings in many Nigerian households often prevent young people from experiencing the normal stages of dating.

He explained,

“Our parents didn’t encourage that behaviour so we used to hide our boyfriends and girlfriends from them. Do you know how many stages you jumped? You didn’t go to the cinema to see a movie harmlessly; you didn’t stroll on walks and write letters.”

Bovi humorously highlighted how parents tended to overreact to even the smallest signs of romance, saying, “If they saw us with love letters back then, they’d shout at us, and you’d wonder what you did because they raised an alarm.”

“We criminalise the dating culture for too long in Nigeria and now we’re complaining that marriages are breaking. Marriages are breaking because people have unfulfilled dreams of dating. There is the extent to which you’d date people, as a single man, that when you marry, you know you’re not missing anything because you’ve done it all,” he concluded.

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Nollywood actress and media personality Nancy Isime celebrated her 33rd birthday in grand style, using the occasion to reflect on her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to fulfilling her dreams.

On her birthday, Nancy shared stunning photos of her new home, which she acquired in 2023, with her Instagram followers.

In a heartfelt caption, she detailed her journey, recalling how she once lived in an unfinished house and worked tirelessly to eventually own her dream home.

She wrote,

“This is 33!🥹

“Which of the Lord’s blessings can I deny? None!

“I remember so clearly, I was about 13, sitting in what was going to be our new home – an uncompleted building, the only windows and doors were those protecting the rooms we would sleep in. Everywhere else was pure carcass! No flooring, No ceilings, No doors, No windows, No running water- just our beloved well, which provided us water to do everything including drink.”

 

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Isime shared how she vowed to change her family’s story and purchase her father’s dream home, despite the challenging circumstances.

“I remember sitting there and one day I said… I’m going to own a Good home! But before I buy even a tiny piece of land, I’m going to help Daddy achieve his lifelong dream of owning a fully completed furnished house,” said the actress.

“Quietly while everyone was celebrating this new feat, in passing, I said “God, I don do wetin you say make I do oh, abeg help me run my own, but no rush, at your own time” December 15, 2023, I received the keys and papers to my dream home, after making my first initial payment just a few days prior (Slide 4&5)” she added in part.

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Funke Akindele has once again stamped her status as Nollywood’s box office queen with her latest December release, “Everybody Loves Jenifa.”

Breaking multiple records, the film shattered expectations by generating an extraordinary ₦206 million during its opening weekend. This established the most significant box office performance in Nollywood history.

On its debut day alone, the movie commanded an impressive ₦87.8 million. Furthermore, it demonstrates Akindele’s unparalleled ability to attract and captivate audiences.

Her consistent track record of delivering hit films continues to showcase her remarkable talent and drawing power in the Nigerian film industry.

Film distributors officially announced these staggering figures.

This highlights Akindele’s ongoing dominance in Nollywood and her unique capability to create cinematic experiences that resonate powerfully with audiences.

“A legendary record-breaking moment in the history of Nollywood #EverybodyLovesJenifa has smashed its way to the top with the highest-grossing of all time and strongest opening in 2024. Big cheers to the cast, crew, and you for making history with us,” the post said.