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‘Philomena’ returns to Port Harcourt at Christmas

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‘Philomena’ returns to Port Harcourt at Christmas

Nigerian theatre lovers in the city of Port Harcourt will again be treated to four nights of brilliant storytelling and exhilarating performances as veteran Nollywood actors tell the phenomenal story of ‘Philomena’ on stage.

A statement by the Executive-Producer, Monalisa Chinda, on Thursday explained that the stage drama would be presented by notable actors including Monalisa Chinda, Charles Inojie, Francis Duru, Ejike Asiegbu, Don Kester and Tammy Abus

According to her, the drama made up of witty, satiric, lessons with the spontaneity behind the characters makes it a must-see.

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According to Chinda, ‘Philomena; an Interview with a Prostitute’, promises the magic of the peerless play following a very successful showing in Port Harcourt in February and Abuja in July.

Chinda said that the flood of requests the play had received was amazing and made it unique.

She said that with the previous two successful presentations, Nollywood personalities, Bimbo Manuel and Monalisa Chinda, alongside her team at K’ike Productions, continued the tour at The Atlantic Hall, Hotel Presidential, Port Harcourt this Christmas.

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She said that the play which would open on Dec. 29, and till Jan.., 1, 2023, would thrill, entertain and also inspire audiences.

“The play deftly tells an extraordinary tale revolving around the experiences of three dramatic characters – Wesley a failed journalist, Philomena a retired prostitute, and Area a frustrated teacher whose nature of Nigerian social, economic, and cultural factors had stagnated their lives.

“Written and directed by Bimbo Manuel, and K’Ike Productions, the force behind the gripping stage play presents ‘Philomena’ as a refreshingly creative masterpiece bursting with music, dance and unbridled humour, all carefully synchronized to deliver top-notch artistry.”

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According to her, tickets will be available at Market Square, Kilimanjaro, sweet tooth, polo club, or Hotel Presidential and Online:www.tellerafricatickets.com.

She stated that the ticket would be sold for N5,000, N10,000 and N300,000 for a table of eight.

‘Philomena’ was inspired by an actual interview the director, Bimbo Manuel had with a stripper and is a story that was demanded to be told with humour, satire and anecdotes.

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Philomena is sponsored by the River State government through the Ministry of Tourism and Culture and powered by Nigerian Breweries PLC.

(NAN).

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“I Have Social Anxiety” — BBNaija Housemate Dede Opens Up Amid Criticism

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Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Dede, has revealed her struggle with social anxiety following criticisms from fellow contestants who described her as a “snub.”

Dede’s reserved nature has sparked controversy in the house, especially her refusal to hug male housemates, which some interpreted as unfriendly or aloof.

In a candid conversation with fellow housemate Koyin, Dede opened up about her mental health challenge.

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“Do you have social anxiety?” she asked Koyin.

Koyin replied, “No, do you?”

“Yes, I do,” Dede answered.

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Koyin then reassured her not to be overly concerned about how others perceive her, adding that “such is life.”

During her first diary session with Biggie, Dede had described herself as an introvert who “doesn’t like people.” She also offered clarity on her decision not to hug other housemates, saying it stemmed from the fact that she didn’t know them before the show.

Dede’s admission has since sparked conversations on social media about mental health awareness and the importance of respecting personal boundaries.

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“Davido Is Nigeria’s Most Influential – Manager Asa Asika Insists”

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Asa Asika, manager of Afrobeats superstar Davido, has declared that the singer is the most influential person in Nigeria.

Speaking during a recent appearance on the Zeph podcast, the renowned talent manager stood by his belief, despite ongoing debates and differing opinions in the entertainment industry and among fans.

“Davido is mad influential. I don’t care what anybody says, I think Davido is the most influential person in Nigeria. I have seen it firsthand,” Asika said.

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Davido, the head of DMW (Davido Music Worldwide), is currently the most followed Nigerian across major social media platforms, a metric often cited by fans to support claims of his dominance in the digital space.

However, the debate over who holds the most real-world and online influence among Nigeria’s top music exports—Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy—has remained a hot topic for years, with each artiste commanding a fiercely loyal fanbase.

Asika’s statement is expected to reignite the conversation, particularly among fans of the three Afrobeats giants.

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“UK Men Are Too Broke for Me” – Bobrisky Lashes Out on Instagram

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Controversial social media personality, Okunyele Idris Olarenwaju, popularly known as Bobrisky, has sparked reactions online after criticising men in the United Kingdom over their lifestyle and financial status.

In a recent Instagram post, Bobrisky described UK men as “too broke” for his taste, noting that their tendency to share apartments and split bills is far from impressive.

“By the way, UK men are too broke, avoid them,” he wrote.
“They share apartments, they share bills among themselves, ewwww.”

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The popular influencer went further to outline the standards he expects from any potential suitor, insisting that they must exude luxury and class, particularly through their choice of fashion and accessories.

“Before any UK guy can approach me, please come correct. The least wristwatch I want to see you wear is Presidential Rolex and a designer’s slippers,” he added.
“If me as a girl can rock Presidential Rolex, why can’t you?”

The post has since generated mixed reactions on social media, with fans and critics weighing in on Bobrisky’s high-end preferences and controversial take on UK men.

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