Chude Jideonwo

October 8, 2021

“I don’t see myself as a Nigerian big man” – Ex Lagos State gubernatorial candidate Jimi Agbaje speaks on accolades, politics and more #WithChude

This week’s episode of #WithChude featured renowned pharmacist and one of the influential personalities in Nigerian politics, Jimi Agbaje. In this episode, he discusses what it’s like to lose an election, how he responds to the attention and praises showered on him by the general public as well as whether or not he plans to... Read More

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September 30, 2021

“We asked God for a new heart and He delivered a new heart”, Ezinne Kufre-Ekanem discusses the miraculous recovery of her husband from two strokes #WithChude

On this week’s episode of #WithChude CEO of Rosemary’s Soft Furnishing Company, Mrs. Ezinne Kufre-Ekanem opens up on her husband’s miraculous recovery from two severe strokes and a COVID infection. Speaking about where it all began, Mrs. Kufre-Ekanem said that the first stroke happened at the beginning of the first two-week lockdown. Recounting this experience,... Read More

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September 24, 2021

“My mother was the only one that accepted me” – Bobrisky opens up on life as a crossdresser, parental approval and more #WithChude

This week’s episode of #WithChude featured the one and only Bobrisky. In this episode, she opened up to host and co-founder Joy Inc, Chude Jideonwo, about her journey to becoming who she is today, her parent’s reaction to her lifestyle, as well as her secret lover, ‘bae’. Formerly known as Idris, Bobrisky has always nursed... Read More

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September 23, 2021

“I am the one they don’t talk about” Blackface discusses pursuing music despite being, largely, unrecognized #WithChude

Inspiring a major part of the history and evolution of the Nigerian sound, Ahmedu Augustine Obiabo is not a name you hear often. On this week’s episode of #WithChude, Augustine, popularly known as Blackface Naija, discussed how he has managed a struggling career despite writing chart-topping songs and receiving negative criticisms from the media after... Read More

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September 17, 2021

“A sister set me up with her boyfriend to confirm if I was a virgin” – Nkechi Blessing speaks on near-rape experience #WithChude

On this week’s episode of #WithChude, actor, film producer and one of the most controversial celebrities on Instagram, Nkechi Blessing, opened up to host and co-founder Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo, about why she felt strongly about the Baba Ijesha rape saga that happened earlier in the year. Being a victim of attempted rape herself, Nkechi... Read More

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September 2, 2021

“It just felt like there were a lot of external things in my body”- African media expert, Biola Alabi discusses dealing with infertility, multiple IVF treatments and divorce #WithChude

What does perfect even mean? This week on #WithChude, media expert, filmmaker and producer, Biola Alabi discussed dealing with infertility, multiple IVF treatments, divorce and walking away from a job that was dear to her heart while the entire world viewed her life as perfect. In this exclusive interview with host and co-founder of Joy... Read More

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August 25, 2021

“I almost passed out.” Funke Akindele discusses producing highest-grossing movie Omo Ghetto, work ethic and her plans for the future #WithChude

Going from being arraigned for breaking the COVID-19 precautionary rule to becoming the highest-grossing actress, producer and director, Funke Akindele has become a legend in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. On this week’s episode of #WithChude, the multiple award-winning producer, director, screenwriter, and actress discussed the work behind the production of her blockbuster movie Omo Ghetto, her... Read More

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August 13, 2021

Iconic Onyeka Onwenu discusses rumoured affairs with Obasanjo, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti #WithChude

Being in the eye of the public sometimes comes with unfounded backlashes. For the iconic singer, actor, journalist, broadcaster and author, Onyeka Onwenu, it was tales of rumours about affairs with prominent Nigerian figures. On this week’s episode of #WithChude, the award-winning veteran discusses her love life and the many rumours spun about her during... Read More

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“It could have killed me” – Onyeka Onwenu discusses walking away from emotionally abusive marriage and finding love again #WithChude

On this week’s episode of #WithChude, legendary singer, actor, journalist, and author, Onyeka Onwenu bared her heart to host Chude Jideonwo about how she summed up the courage to leave her previous marriage, find love again and restore her relationship with God. After years of marital bliss with her now ex-husband, Onyeaka’s marriage began to... Read More

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“None of my parents lived to be 60” Richard Mofe-Damijo discusses turning 60 and breaking family patterns #WithChude

People fear ageing for many reasons. For legendary actor and producer Richard Mofe-Damijo, popularly known as RMD, ageing was once a sign that he was closer to death. In this week’s episode of #WithChude, he discusses the death patterns in his family and how he dreaded turning 60 for fear that he, too, would die... Read More

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“I had mid-life crisis at an early age” – Charles Novia discusses dealing with mid-life crisis on #WithChude

Nollywood legendary producer, director, actor, screenwriter and promoter – Charles Novia discusses relevance in Nollywood, his effort to revive Majek Fashek’s music career, mid-life crisis, and more with host and co-founder of Joy Inc., Chude Jideonwo, on this week’s episode of #WithChude. Being someone who is always a step ahead of the times, Charles Novia... Read More

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“At one point, I didn’t think I was going to be the mom of one,” – Toolz discusses stillbirth and handling the death of her father #WithChude

Losing a child is traumatic enough, but losing a child and believing it’s your fault is worse. On this week’s episode of #WithChude, media personality Tolu Oniru, popularly known as Toolz, opens up to host Chude Jideonwo about dealing with the loss of her first pregnancy, her father’s death and a COVID infected family. Going... Read More

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Despite dropping back to back hits, Joeboy admits his fear of losing relevance in the music industry #WithChude

After coming into the spotlight in 2019 with his famous single, Baby, award-winning artiste Joseph Akinwale Akinfenwa, popularly known as “Joeboy“, discussed the challenges of overcoming the speculations about being a one-hit-wonder, as well as his challenging but fulfilling experience as a fast-rising afro-pop star. One would think that breaking into the industry with a... Read More

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Betty Irabor discusses long-standing battle with low self-esteem, depression and why she decided to visit Yaba Psychiatric Hospital | #WithChude

If there’s one thing that this week’s episode of #WithChude has so flawlessly demonstrated, it’s that material possessions, luxury and living an indulgent lifestyle does not exempt one from the darkness of depression, as illustrated by Betty Irabor’s experience. The famous Magazine Publisher told host and cofounder Chude Jideonwo about how her seemingly perfect life... Read More

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International Boy Summit 2021 steers conversation around masculinity, Gender-based violence and biases

The Summit is kicking on Friday 14 May 2021 by 11 am with the following Keynote Speakers- Mr Steve Harris – CE, EdgeCution, Dr Ruby Onwudiwe – Finance & Information Technology Leader, Jake Stika – Executive Director, Next Gen Men Canada and Dr Daniel Guiness – Director, Beyond Equality, United Kingdom. Asides from the above,... Read More

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‘I knew that nobody would care if I said it out so I never did’ – Denola Grey discusses depression, fashion and journey to self-discovery #WithChude

This week’s episode of #WithChude gave us a glimpse into the life of fashion consultant, actor and writer, Adenola Adepetun, popularly known as Denola Grey. In this exclusive interview with host and co-founder Joy Inc. Chude Jideonwo, Denola discusses relocating to Nigeria, the switch from journalism to acting, and his journey to self-awareness and self-actualisation.... Read More

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“The comfort I have not to mourn overtly over my only child is that I know he’s not gone”’ – Eucharia discusses the role of faith in overcoming grief #WithChude

After losing her fifteen-year-old son to sickle cell anaemia in 2017, multiple award-winning actress, former beauty queen and Pastor, Eucharia Anunobi opened up to Chude Jideonwo, host of #WithChude and co-founder of Joy Inc., about how she was able to deal with the loss of her only child, despite being a single parent. Highlighting her... Read More

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“Seeing the smiles on my children’s faces keeps me motivated” – Adunni Ade discusses battle with depression and more #WithChude

This week’s episode of #WithChude gave us a sneak peek into the life of veteran actress, Adunni Ade. The celebrity opened up to host Chude Jideonwo about some of the darkest periods of her life, struggle with depression, career and more. Highlighting some of her darkest moments, Adunni told Chude about the damage she endured... Read More

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“Someone said I slept with the wife of the man who helped my career” – Perruzi shared #WithChude

On the latest episode of #WithChude, sensational Nigerian music artist, Tobechukwu Victor Okoh, popularly known as Perruzi, opened up to host Chude Jideonwo, about how he was able to give his new single the publicity it needed despite the shocking news of his mother’s death, his unexpected 2baba and Gaaga collaboration, and the unfounded social media speculation about his affair with Chioma. Amid mourning his beloved... Read More

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Create your own luck | The Daily Vulnerable

Here is what I learned from my conversation with Peruzzi: Mehn, your life can change in an instant! And how did he get the kind of luck that he got meeting Davido? One leg in from of the next. Doing the radio round he doesn’t want to do, pushing the music, he’s angry, but still... Read More

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Your life can change in a second | The Daily Vulnerable

Your life can truly change in a second. Peruzzi had an emotional, very honest conversation with me about the second he realised his life had changed, thanks to Davido, how his mother’s death made changed his music before that, and how ridiculous the accusations about himself and Davido’s wife are in the light of how... Read More

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Get positive energy around you | The Daily Vulnerable

Rita: I like positive energy around me. However, I am quite a very playful person especially if I am comfortable with you. When comfortable, I sometimes can be very goofy, silly, and playful. I am very big on energy because there are certain things I don’t want around me. And because of this, I am... Read More

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‘I have children that I take care of’ | The Daily Vulnerable

Rita Dominic: “I may not have birthed them but I have children that I take care of; I have people that I take care of. “So obviously I’d love to have my own children but however, I have children! Lemme just put it that way.” Listen to Rita Dominic’s conversation with Chude Follow #WithChude on YouTube, social... Read More

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#ChudesBookClub: Lagos Noir | The Daily Vulnerable

Dolapo starred at him for several more seconds and crossed herself again. Then she quietly responded to him in Yoruba. “God is with me! I have no reason to fear evil. Be gone, fallen angel! Be gone, Devil!” She switched to English, “In the name of Jesus!” Showlogo stared blankly at her and laughed. “My... Read More

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It is fine to feel things deeply, even if nobody else understands | The Daily Vulnerable

“We need art, we need artists, we need people who reflect ourselves back to us. “We need people who tell us things that words might not be able to, things we don’t even have the language for. “We need people who feel things deeply, who see things clearly, and who hold things tightly.” We need... Read More

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‘Something died in me when my father died’ – Actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde reveals on #WithChude

The latest episode of #WithChude, saw Nigerian veteran actress, singer, philanthropist, and Member of the Order of the Federal Republic, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, in an emotional recollection of how losing her father at the age of 12 broke her in ways that probably still affect her. Speaking on her relationship with her father up till his... Read More

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“I was watching my father’s funeral while recording Dad’s Song” – Teniola Apata discusses losing loved ones, debut album and more #WithChude

This week’s episode of #WithChude showed a different side to the award-winning artiste and entertainer Teniola Apata. In this rather emotional interview with the host and founder of Joy, Inc. – Chude Jideonwo, Teni discussed her views on feminism, dealing with the loss of a loved one, and the inspiration behind her hit single –... Read More

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Loss will beat you down if you let it | The Daily Vulnerable

The greatest lesson I took away from the deep conversation I had with Teni Makanaki was something profound that she said. “Loss will beat you down if you allow it”. And this comes from a person who confessed to being afraid of death and loss. If you let it, loss will beat you down. Therefore,... Read More

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Remind yourself the things you’ve learnt | The Daily Vulnerable

Elvina: Tell us about Joy. Chude: Joy is very dear to my heart. I got my first experience of depression in law school. From 2007-2016, I have been in this cycle of depression, and husting to survive because I didn’t come from wealth or the middle-class. I’ve been dealing with being in and out of depression... Read More

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“I feel like my body is not my own” – Chude Jideonwo reveals struggle with Tourette’s and mental illness

In anticipation of Chude Jideonwo’s 36th birthday, this week’s episode took a sharp turn from the regular #WithChude episodes. This time, the host himself, Chude Jideonwo, sat on the other side of the vulnerability table as he was interviewed by actress and former guest on the show – Elvina Ibru. Chude indeed went deep on... Read More

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