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Weekend Recap | BBN 10, Desmond Elliot, Femi Branch, Peller, Natasha Osawaru

Weekend Recap | BBN 10, Desmond Elliot, Femi Branch, Peller, Natasha Osawaru

Big Brother Naija announces resumption of physical audition ahead of season 10 MultiChoice Nigeria has confirmed that the tenth season of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) will commence soon. In a recent Instagram post, the organizers announced a change in the audition process for this edition. Unlike previous seasons, where auditions were conducted online, contestants for... Read More

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January 11, 2023

Desmond Elliott spotted with “Jagaban 23” t-shirt

Actor Desmond Elliot has been spotted campaigning for All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate Asiwaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Elliot posed with the Jagaban emblem emblazoned over the back of his tee, a declaration of his unwavering loyalty to the ex-governor of Lagos. The filmmaker added, “I rep @jagaban “23” in the caption of the first... Read More

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December 31, 2020

YNaija Legislators’ Ranking: Here are our good, bad and worse performers for Q4, 2020

Nigerians are beginning to question the power and capability of the nation’s legislature. In the face of major insecurity, lawmakers were unable to hold the president accountable for the mismanagement of things. In fact, Members of the assembly had called on President Muhammadu Buhari, he did not show up, and they eventually resigned to ‘apologising’... Read More

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December 30, 2020

#YNaija2020Review: Lekki Shootings, Buhari the unbothered…10 moments that painted Nigeria as a zoo

It is a dog-eat-dog world out here. But does it have to be? Arranged in alphabetical order. A Rapist in Government? Commissioner for Water Resources in Kogi State, Abdulmumuni Danga, brutalized and allegedly raped a lady for calling him out on Facebook. The lady, identified as Elizabeth Oyeniyi, had urged the commissioner on Facebook to... Read More

2020 Review, Lists, Rankings

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December 29, 2020

#YNaija2020Review: Lai on DJ Switch, Pastor Chris on 5G, “Honorable minister it’s ok”…10 Worst Quotes we heard this Year

Just. Stop. Talking. 10. “The man in question, he has not been proven to be a serial woman beater. If he had a case which no competent court of jurisdiction had convicted him on that matter, why should the AGN be roped into it?”- Emeka Rollas President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) defending... Read More

2020 Review, Lists, Rankings

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November 3, 2020

#SoroSokeGeneration: Nigerian youths move to recall Lagos lawmakers

If there’s one thing that came with the #EndSARS protest, it is the steep realisation of the power that young people possess but have let remain inert for a very long time. As the protest progressed to point out a number of things that have long been endured by the youths in Nigeria, politicians positioned... Read More

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October 29, 2020

War Against Social Media: Desmond Elliot joins throng of politicians demanding social media regulation | #TheYNaijaCover

If you were ever in doubt, the events of the past few days have shown that Desmond Elliot has earned his cap as a great actor. The member representing Surulere Constituency 1 in the Lagos House of Assembly came out to give a thoroughly melodramatic speech on Thursday; debunking ‘rumours’ that he, with lawmakers, were... Read More

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October 29, 2020

Desmond Elliot needs to be reminded that Nigerian youth are not the problem

Desmond Elliot is back in the headlines and this time, he is on about erosion of culture on the part of the younger generation in the wake of recent protests. The Lagos House of Assembly member opined that Nigeria would cease to exist in the next five years if youth were allowed to get away... Read More

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October 26, 2020

Desmond Elliot refutes allegations of a social media bill proposal, but his past makes him hard to believe

Nigerians are at a position where emotions are at an all-time high. Following the Lekki shootings and the attempt by politicians to gaslight Nigerians, people are at a place where they are not tolerant or in-tune with politicians and government officials. In Nigeria today, politicians are met with heavy criticisms over anything they do, even... Read More

September 12, 2020

On Desmond Elliot and Obaseki; here’s why young people should consider shunning godfatherism in politics

“He who pays the Piper dictates the tune.” This popular mantra clearly captures the concept of godfatherism in Nigerian politics. Godfatherism is a style of political leadership that is harmful to the political and socio-economic growth of our nation. Unfortunately, it has eaten deep into the fabric of our polity. Thus, as a catalyst of... Read More

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February 27, 2019

The trailer for ‘Being Annabel’ is so bad it will give you an existential crisis

Put bluntly, the trailer for Being Annabel is bad. And the greatest travesty? The movie will be in cinemas next week, and I’m already sending my sympathies to those who might pay a premium to see it. Even if you are a Nollywood buff, you won’t be able to forgive the hot mess that the... Read More

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October 11, 2018

Pastor Siju Iluyomade leads ‘Arise Walk for Life;’ Kate Henshaw, DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Xclusive, others to join charity walk

Pastor Siju Iluyomade will lead the second edition of the ‘Arise Walk for Life’ – a charity walk leading to the 10th edition of the Arise Women Conference – which is aimed at promoting healthy living and taking preventive measures. He will be joined by influential celebrities including Desmond Elliot, Kate Henshaw, Waje, DJ Cuppy... Read More

September 26, 2018

Today’s Noisemakers: Desmond Elliot, Abubakar Usman, Morakinyo, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here’s our list from today:... Read More

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September 23, 2018

Here’s your first look at Desmond Elliot’s upcoming movie ‘That Which Binds Us’

Desmond Elliot does have time for filmmaking, even as he campaigns again to represent Surulere Constituency in the Lagos State House of Assembly. His last movie was the Michelle Dede-led romantic comedy June, which was decent enough by virtue of the sheer input of Dede. With the just-released trailer of his upcoming movie That Which... Read More

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Michelle Dede

February 9, 2018

[The Film Blog] Marriage, marriage, marriage: Michelle Dede makes “June” a bearable romantic comedy

If you have ever attended a Nigerian wedding, then you have already seen half of June, the sappy, Desmond Elliot-directed romantic comedy that places itself right within the wedding-industrial complex that Nollywood seems hell bent on exploiting. The film takes thematic cues from The Wedding Planner of 2001, directed by Adam Shankman and stars Jennifer... Read More

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#BBNaija: Let’s talk about consent, Desmond Elliot visits the house +more highlights

Day 45 in the Big Brother House and it’s International Women’s Day just as it is in “the outside world”. Biggie smartly used the opportunity to get the housemate to talk and learn about consent and rape as it relates to Kemen’s disqualification on Sunday nights. Guess who came in to preach the gospel of... Read More

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October 20, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Stephanie Linus-Okereke features in Hollywood movie, Tekno advises ladies to cheat in relationships | More stories

On today’s entertainment roundup, we bring to you some of the stories that made news yesterday and others that unraveled while you were asleep – and are still buzzing this morning. Stephanie Linus-Okereke features in Hollywood movie Nollywood actress and producer of award winning movie, Dry, Stephanie Linus-Okereke is one of the characters in the new Hollywood... Read More

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October 13, 2016

Waje, Kate Henshaw, Basketmouth, others want FG to focus on health

As the federal government prepares to finalise its 2017 budget, top Nigerian celebrities have urged it to invest in health as stipulated in the National Health Act (2014) and keep its commitment to the African Union’s 2001 Abuja Declaration. “As a proud and patriotic Nigerian, it is particularly distressing to me that our country is... Read More

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August 22, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Nollywood actor reveals he once dated Genevieve Nnaji | Desmond Elliot surprises homeless lady with a roof over her head | Lebron James splurges on wife’s 30th birthday gift | More Stories

Here are some stories from the weekend and others that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. Desmond Elliot surprises homeless lady with ‘a place to retire to after a days work’ Actor turned lawmaker, Desmond Elliot revealed how he surprised a homeless lady with a home According... Read More

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Desmond Elliot, Mo Abudu, Segun Arinze others step out for Kunle Afolayan’s The CEO movie premiere (PHOTOS)

After having a private screening of the movie aboard an Air France flight from Lagos to Paris Kunle Afolayan pulled his weight again on Sunday, July 10 2016 as all road led to Eko Hotel and Suites for the official premiere of his movie – The CEO. Here are more photos from the red carpet at the event... Read More

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Stylish Desmond Elliot celebrates one year in office (PHOTOS)

Desmond Elliot stepped out in style on Monday to celebrate his 1-year anniversary in office. Elliot, alongside his colleagues, were on June 13, 2015, sworn into the Lagos state House of Assembly. Clad in a white and blue Danshiki attire, the Nollywood actor-turned lawmaker looked unique in the midst of his peers. See the photos he posted on... Read More

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November 14, 2015

Desmond Elliot is taking a break from movies… to do this

Actor turned politician, Desmond Elliot, says it’s unlikely that he may feature in movies any time soon. Elliot, who is busy with his political career, says he will be taking a hiatus from the acting scene, to concentrate on the development of the Nollywood industry. When YNaija spoke with the Lagos lawmaker at Genevieve Nnaji’s Road to Yesterday premiere, he... Read More

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November 14, 2015

Asa, Desmond Elliot, Funke Akindele, others attend Genevieve’s ‘Road to Yesterday’ premiere at Afriff 2015 (PHOTOS)

It was an all-star affair as the entertainment industry came out to watch the world premiere of the critically acclaimed movie Road to Yesterday, starring the award-winning Genevieve Nnaji and co-star, Oris Erhuero. The screening, which was held at the Genesis Deluxe cinemas, The Palms shopping mall Lekki, witnessed a huge turnout,owing to its status as... Read More

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September 27, 2015

Desmond Elliot shows up at #AMAA2015 in South Africa (PHOTOS)

Look who the cat dragged to an entertainment function. Desmond Elliot took a break from his busy life as a politician to attend the Africa Movie Academy Awards taking place in South Africa.

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September 5, 2015

“I didn’t go into politics as a poor man” – Desmond Elliot

Desmond Elliot, who was recently elected as a member of the Lagos State of House Representative for Surulere constituency, says nothing has changed about him. Elliot says he’s still the same ol’ neighborhood celebrity we have come to love, in spite of now swimming with the sharks in the murky waters of Nigerian politics. In... Read More

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Otodo-Gbame

August 20, 2015

Where did all the socially conscious celebrities go?

During the election campaigns earlier this year, I was vehemently opposed to every celebrity that ran for office from Tony Tetulla to Desmond Elliot. I wanted all of them to crash and burn and I was elated when they started losing and gutted when Desmond Elliot won. Some of my friends called me a bad... Read More

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World Youth Skills Day (#WYSD) – Panel discussion on Youth Skills Development

The world is currently facing a youth employment crisis. Despite sizeable gains in educational access and attainment across the world over the past decade, young people aged 15-24 are now three times more likely than adults to be unemployed (ILO, 2012). One of the main reasons for high youth unemployment across the world is a... Read More

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Desmond Eliiot’s potbelly visits the gym (PHOTOS)

Well with that protruding tummy, Desmond Elliot shouldn’t expect a six-pack anytime soon. The politician, who was recently inaugurated into Lagos state House of Assembly, has started developing a pot belly. Consequently, he decided to go rack up some packs at the gym. See pictures from the activity below;

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Desmond Elliot gushes about his first day at House of Assembly

The actor cum politician , whose inauguration into the Lagos state House of Assembly made headlines a few days ago, has just taken to his Instagram page to gush about the inauguration. See snapshot below:

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