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Mohbad’s Widow, Wunmi, Pens Emotional Tribute On Singer’s First Death Anniversary

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Wunmi, widow of late singer, Mohbad has marked his one year anniversary with a touching tribute.

In an emotional Instagram post, she shared the deep pain of losing him and how much she misses him.

Wunmi reflected on their unfulfilled plans and dreams but found comfort in their son, Liam, who according to her, carries Mohbad’s kindness, smile, and spirit.

She vowed to raise Liam with the love and care Mohbad would have shown, keeping his memory alive.

Wunmi expressed her gratitude for the time they had together and the gift of their son.

She therefore prayed for Mohbad’s soul, asking God to forgive his shortcomings and welcome him to eternal rest.

She wrote: “llerioluwa mi, husband of my youth, my best friend! It’s been a year today year since you left me and our Liam in this cold world. It’s been so hard. I miss you so much. Liam misses you too. I wish you were here to see him; you would have been an incredible father. I still don’t know how I’ve survived without you. God, I wish you were here every single day, every millisecond of the day. Your passing brought me unbearable pain, but it has also shaped me. I’ve learned so much, and I’m still learning.

“I’ll never be okay with you not being here; it messes with my head. I keep thinking it’s a nightmare I’ll wake up from, but 366 days have passed, and I haven’t. Oko mi, we had so many plans together, and you had so much more to give to this world. It hurts deeply to know that all our dreams, everything you worked so hard for, are now gone with you. I want you to know that Liam and I are holding on to the strength and love you gave us. Every day, I see pieces of you in him-your kindness, smile, and spirit. I promise to raise him with the same love and care you would have given him, keeping your memory alive in every step of his life. But today, I choose to celebrate you.

“Today, I choose to honour your legacy. Today, I choose to give all glory to God for blessing me with you, llerioluwa. Today, I choose to honour your legacy. Today, I choose to give all glory to God for blessing me with you, llerioluwa. Today, I choose to be grateful for the gift of Liam- the beauty of our ashes. My love, I pray for your soul today. I ask that God forgive you of all your shortcomings and welcome you to rest at His right hand. I hope it’s always a celebration up there for you. I love you so much. Thank you for Liam-I’m forever grateful for the gift of him! She wrote, “Fly high with the angels, love of my life”.

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Wumi Toriola Pens Heartfelt Note As Her New Movie Hits N57.7 Million In Cinemas On Its Opening Weekend

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Nollywood actress and box office Queen Wumi Toriola has expressed gratitude to her millions of fans and supporters as her cinema movie hits a huge milestone.

Taking to her Instagram page, the movie star who made her first entrance to the Cinema world with Queen Lateefah last week, revealed that her movie earned 57.7 million on its opening weekend. The huge feat made it the highest Nollywood opening weekend for a non-holiday weekend and the highest-ever Nollywood opening weekend by an independent distributor.

Expressing gratitude to the public, Wumi stated that she is grateful beyond words as she appreciated them for their love and support.

“Grateful beyond words

Queen Lateefah just hit 57.7m on its opening weekend!

Thank you all for the love and support.

Don’t miss out on this wonderful journey, grab your tickets now and join the adventure!”.

 

 

Some of her colleagues took to the comment section to rejoice with her.

Stan Nze wrote, “Congratulations”

Jamiu Azeez wrote, “Yas”

Mercy Aigbe wrote, “Congratulations”

Joke Jigan wrote, “Congratulations

Kemi Korede wrote, “Congratulations sweetheart”

Mo Bimpe wrote, “Big congratulations sis”

Habeebat Jinad wrote, “Alhamdulilahi

Semilore Pweety wrote, “Congratulations, babe.”

Early this month, Toriola had expressed excitement as one of her movies on YouTube hit 4 million views in just a month. Describing it as a big deal, she gave a thumbs up to herself, her cast, crew, and fans.

Wumi Toriola adds to the list of female filmmakers winning in box office.

Early this year, Funke Akindele made history in as the first Nigerian filmmaker to gross over a billion at cinemas, as her latest movie, A Tribe Called Judah, grossed over N1.4 billion. It was no surprise to many as Funke is one of the most hardworking women in Nollywood. Her movies in the past three years, A Tribe Called Judah, Battle On Buka Street, and Omo Ghetto The Saga, are the highest-grossing Nollywood films ever.

Adding to the list, Mercy Aigbe made her first delve into Cinema production with Ada Omo Daddy which was well received by Nigerians. The movie star couldn’t keep calm when her movie grossed one hundred and eighty point seven million and became the 3rd highest grossing movie. This was a huge milestone, especially with competition from Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham.

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Video: How I Welcomed Triplet At 59- Ali Baba

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Veteran stand-up comedian Atunyota Akpobome, popularly known as Ali Baba, has shared how his plan to have one more son with his wife, Mary at 59 unexpectedly led to the birth of triplets.

Ali Baba explained that his wife had a strong desire for another son, especially after their children had travelled abroad, leaving the house feeling empty.

The funnyman stated this on Monday in an interview during a podcast session, Leadership Podcast with Stephen Akintayo

He said initially, she considered adopting more children but later decided she would prefer to have her own.

This, he said led them to pursue In Vitro Fertilisation, intending to fertilise two eggs, hoping for at least one successful pregnancy.

He added that things took an unexpected turn when one of the fertilised eggs split into two, resulting in triplets instead of their original plan.

“Madam had always wanted to have a son. She had two daughters and we talked about it. So, I told her I didn’t want to be having school runs, joining Wizkid and attending PTA meetings. One truth is the net becomes empty when all the children have to go abroad to study and the discussion comes up again.

“By the way, she had said wanted to adopt two or three children to take care of them. One day, she then said instead of adopting, let’s just have our own. I was like ok but the way the economy is and she replied you said the economy is bad, I said yes and she said, have you stopped paying house rent for people I said no. She asked again, “Have you stopped paying school fees and I said no.

“We have a foundation- the Purple Girl Foundation taking care of over 120 people in schools from primary to university. Beyond that foundation, we have people we are paying school fees for and people we are sending to law school. So, she said all those people you are helping, do you remember the economy?

“She said if you think about it, the reason why God put you in this position might be more than taking care of yourself. So I said okay, let’s do one and she now said if we do one you know that IVFD fails so let’s do two.”

He said he agreed to fertilise two eggs after her request.

“So, I said, let’s do two and then one of the eggs slitted into two and that was how it became three. When it became three she and the doctor knew that it had become three but they didn’t want to tell me. So they they were like sometimes when we ask God for one million, he gives you two million. When God want to bless you you don’t know how he wants to bless you, he will just do.

“So, I was like where is this going to? She said the eggs split into two” and I said it was two we were looking for and she said it now three. Then we have three boys.”

On April 1, he announced the birth of his triplets.

However, many doubted the news, dismissing it as an April Fools’ prank.

The announcement became a reality for many after the triplets were dedicated in Lagos.

 

 

 

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Tito Jackson, Founding Member Of Jackson 5 Dies At 70

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Tito Jackson, an original member of the iconic Jackson 5 and brother of the late Michael Jackson, has died at 70.

Known for his timeless hits like ABC and I Want You Back, Tito’s death was confirmed by his sons in a heartfelt Instagram post on Monday.

An official cause of death is yet to be revealed.

The Jackson family mourns the loss of another music legend.

Tito performed in the iconic ensemble with brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael, who died in 2009.

Steve Manning, a long-time Jackson family friend and former Jackson family manager, told Entertainment Tonight that Jackson died on Monday.

The news was confirmed in an Instagram post, #3tworld, by his three sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ Jackson, who were themselves an R’n’B/pop trio, 3T, in the 1990s.

“It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Tito Jackson, is no longer with us. We are shocked, saddened and heartbroken.

“Our father was an incredible man who cared about everyone and their well-being. Some of you may know him as Tito Jackson from the legendary Jackson 5, some may know him as “Coach Tito” or some know him as “Poppa T.”

“Nevertheless, he will be missed tremendously. It will forever be “Tito Time” for us. Please remember to do what our father always preached and that is “Love One Another.” We love you, Pops.

“Your boys, Taj, Taryll and TJ.”

The Jackson 5’s hits included ABC, The Love You Save and I Want You Back.

Tito Jackson was scheduled to perform alongside The Jacksons, Billy Ocean, and The Pointer Sisters in a highly anticipated concert on October 25, 2024, at Hard Rock Live, Atlantic City.

The event promised an unforgettable night of iconic pop and R&B hits. Another performance was planned for November 1, 2024, at Hard Rock Cincinnati Ballroom, Cincinnati, OH, celebrating decades of music that have defined generations.

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