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Ibukun Awosika is Making Her Acting Debut in Kunle Afolayan’s Upcoming Movie “Citation”

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4 years ago

September 1, 2020

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This is one major surprise we didn’t see coming.

In case you don’t know Ibukun Awosika, she currently serves as Chairman of First Bank of Nigeria. Yes, the Award-winning Ibukun Awoskika.

Well, from the looks of things, she will be playing a pretty interesting and vital role in the Kunle Afolayan‘s upcoming movie “Citation“. This also serves as her Nollywood debut.

Sharing the news on Instagram, Kunle Afolayan wrote:

EXLUSIVE!

Meet our surprise cast of CITATION

Stop! What you’re doing because something really big just happened at Ife, and we have the entire exclusive!

It all began in 2018 with the pre-production of Citation, then the production in January 2020, and now the 30th of August, we officially had the first private screening of Citation at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)(rep your school in our comments, we see you!) Why OAU? Well, not only was Citation shot at the University, but our surprise cast is an alumnus of the school.

“Citation” stars Haitian-born Hollywood actor Jimmy Jean Louis, Sadiq Daba Gabriel Afolayan, The Okan twins, Ini Edo, Lola Maja, Temi Otedola, among others.

The movie was first announced in January 2020 with BellaNaija sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes photos also in the same month. We also shared a snippet of the upcoming movie in March. Click here if you missed it.

The film, written by Tunde Babalola, is a university drama surrounding a female postgraduate student who has to find a way of dealing with the awkward situation of sexual harassment from a popular male lecturer.

We actually can’t wait to watch it!

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“I’ll Pick Any Marvel Series” – Ruby Akubueze

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May 15, 2024

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Ruby Akubueze, a Nollywood actress, aspires to be part of any Marvel Studios project under Disney Entertainment. She gained recognition for her role as Frances in the television series MTV Shuga. It explores the experiences of young individuals dealing with love, desire, and the complexities of maturing.

In an interview, Akubueze expressed her ambition to work on an international platform, particularly mentioning her desire to join a Marvel series. “I’ll pick any Marvel series; I have always wanted to be on a Marvel project,” she said.

Ruby Akubueze is well-known for portraying Oby in the 2023 Netflix film, Ijogbon.

Kunle Afolayan directed the movie. The movie revolves around four teenagers who stumble upon a bag of diamonds, leading to unexpected consequences. Akubueze described her role in Ijogbon as the most challenging one she has encountered in her acting career.

“It was a lot emotionally, physically, and given the time of the year we were filming, it was challenging because the sun was always scorching and we were always filming outdoors.

“We had like a few scenes indoors, and every day you wake up, we are filming outside and next thing is you would hear the director say, ‘Oh, so you guys are going to start running from here to here,’ and I am like ‘Oh my gosh, again!’

“Like we were always running, it was challenging but it was the most fun I had,” she said.

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The 26-year-old talked about the actresses who influenced her decision to become an actress. She said that she admires both Nigerian actress Ireti Doyle and American actress Angelina Jolie.

“In the Nigerian space, I will say Ireti Doyle. I watched her growing up in Fuji House of Commotion, and she was like a family fav and there is Angela Jolie in the foreign space,” she said.

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Stella Damasus Celebrates Second Daughter As She Graduates From Columbia University, Earns Full Scholarship To Top College

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May 15, 2024

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Nollywood actress Stella Damasus is bursting with pride. On May 14, 2024, she took to Instagram to celebrate her daughter Angelica’s graduation from university. Damasus shared a heartwarming video collage featuring pictures from Angelica’s big day.

The caption brimmed with excitement, revealing that Angelica’s academic achievements were not only celebrated by her family but also landed her a prestigious Ivy League scholarship! This is a double dose of good news for the Damasus family, highlighting Angelica’s hard work and dedication.

She said,

“As my second daughter @angelicatooni graduates today from @columbia I give God all the honour and glory. I am grateful for his love, grace, mercy and favour. Angelica’s grades gave her a full scholarship in an Ivy league college. Yes! Today I have the right to brag. My last baby is done (for now 😜😜).”

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Filled with joy she continued, “Proud mama moment y’all. More videos and pictures coming. Prepare to get sick of me 🤣🤣💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽. Congratulations my princess. I love you beyond words.”

Many people filled the comment section with congratulations, and lots of people chiming in about how much Angelica looks just like her mom.

A follower commented, “For a moment I thought she was you❤️❤️❤️❤️Congratulations to her and you too ..We all pray that we experience our kids great successes.” Another said, “Congratulations, her face and yours are same sha ooo.”

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Ä dumbfounded commenter said, “This is your twinnnnnnnnn, Coach!!! Wow,” and yet another said, “Congratulations to you dear @stelladamasus this one is your twin wow . The resemblance is exact. Congratulations dear sis . She will go on to do amazing things in this world. Welldone . Good job sis.”

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Toyin Abraham Begs Fans Not To Bully Anyone In Her Name

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May 14, 2024

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Nollywood star Toyin Abraham took a stand against online bullying on May 14, 2024. The actress and producer specifically addressed her fans and followers on her Instagram story, urging them to stop bullying or hurling insults at others in her name.

Her message highlights a growing concern about celebrity fan culture and the potential for online harassment. Toyin Abraham likely wants her fans to express their support positively, and she emphasises that she doesn’t condone negativity directed at others.

She said,

“Please don’t use a fan page created in my name to bully or curse anyone let people bully curse and abuse me as long as they wish or want. The Lord is my strength and will always be my strength please.”

Thank you🙏❤️ pic.twitter.com/VXaCJxTpXO

— TOYIN ABRAHAM AJEYEMI (@toyin_abraham1) May 14, 2024

Her decision to share the post resonated with her audience. Many of her followers and supporters expressed their approval in the comments section.

A fan commented,

“Omo, people Dey do a lot this days… I understand sometimes that we have to reply them or interact with them, because only gods knows what you did wrong that they always find fault in what you do. God be with you Mum Ire.”

“You expect Someone like me to folds hands…?? Be like you don forget where I de follow U from, you have forgotten days of humble beginning abi? Make person soil ur name, make I fold? TOYIN, AYA AJEYEMI bami soro na,” another fan said in her defense.

“We no go hear, any slander or insult to you or your personality will be met with equal and proportionate response,” said another defensive fan. “No matter how good you are to people, they will still get back at you with ill and defame words.”

However, not everyone agreed with her stance. A comment that caught many eyes read, ”

“When you fuvked up… Netizen will treat your fuvk up. That’s what it is, we don’t celebrate hypocrisy and the masses matter.”

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