Breaking News : Nollywood Actress Funke Akindele arrested for hosting party during Covid19 Lockdown

Funke Akindele, Nollywood actress, has been arrested by the Lagos state police command for hosting a party, in contravention of the lockdown order in the state.

According to The Punch, the movie star was whisked to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti (SCID), Yaba on Sunday evening.

Meanwhile the renowned actress, also known as Jenifa, earlier apologised after coming under fire for hosting the celebrity-studded house party amidst the Coronavirus lockdown.

The actress who hosted the party to celebrate her husband, JJC Skillz— Abdulrasheed Bello’s birthday—in their Amen Estate home, Lagos on Saturday, came under attack for flouting government directives on total lockdown and ban on large gatherings to flatten the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The party had in attendance, singer Naira Marley, actress Eniola Badmus and a host of other guests.

In a video from the party, JJC Skillz said it was his birthday and he had to invite friends to celebrate with him at their home along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.

He said, “Na here we dey, those of us wey get mind (sic). This is the best estate to be stuck in during the lockdown. It is my birthday.”

The guests, who were over 20, including Naira Marley, were also seen singing ‘Ma fo’, a song released by the musician.

The video drew the ire of Nigerians on social media with many calling on both the Federal Government and the Lagos State Government to take immediate action.

Queen Salawa Abeni Finally Exposes blackmailer on Social media

Legendary Musician, Salawa Abeni, known as the “Waka Queen” has exposed a man threatening to blackmail her with old semi-nude pictures sent to her privately.

Abeni displayed a screenshot of the conversations between her and the fellow on her Instagram handle and narrated the story to her fans.

The Waka Queen who expressed shock and disappointment said the fellow threatened to expose the pictures to the public if he does not get the money he demanded.

She said the man wanted to destroy a career she had labored to build for over 45 years now but would not consent to such.

“Good morning my family, friends, fans. I have something very important to tell you and I will appreciate your audience. I am very disappointed that someone somewhere will try to tarnish my image and threaten to destroy my career of over 45 years.

“This morning, I received messages from somebody threatening to expose very old pictures of me and in the process blackmailing me for money. These could have been pictures of me in the hospital or even with my partner, but is this what has become of us?

“I plead with everybody out there to be very careful as our current situation has made people very desperate.

“I am almost 60 years old, I have worked very hard and made a name for myself for somebody to believe that they can threaten and trample on my feelings, this is very sad.

“So I have decided to share the messages and pictures sent by this person with everyone for you all to see!

“Thank you and God bless you! For you the blackmailer, I refuse to be bullied by you as I am sure that I am old enough to be your MOTHER!!,” she said.


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Breaking: Saidi Balogun Postponed Mother’s Burial Bash Over Corona Virus.

Popular actor, Saidi Balogun with family members have announced the postponement indefinitely of the burial ceremony of their late mother earlier scheduled to take place on the 27th of this month.




The decision was conveyed through a brief statement released in Lagos on Wednesday announcing that ” the family of Ajimoti in Omu Aran and Kobomoje family in Oja oba in Ibadan use this medium to inform friends and well-wishers that the final burial of our mother Madam Sariyu Agbeke Ajimati Balogun schedule to hold on the 27th of this month (March) at the 10 degree event center, billings way oregun, ikeja Lagos has been postponed till further notice”




The event intended to host the who -is -who in the society was scheduled to have the Mayegun of yoruba-land K1 DE ultimate and other notable acts on the band stand.

Speaking with The page News on the postponement of the event, Saidi Balogun said it is time for a sober reflection especially now that the world is facing a difficult time over the outbreak of the dread Corona virus.

According to the popular role interpreter, the recommendation of the World Health Organization regulations that there should be social isolation or self quarantine for at least 14 days should be respected, hence ”we have agreed that for the sake of those who are coming to celebrate with us on the final burial of our mother, the party is hereby postponed to a date that will be communicated to the general public very soon”

He thus urged all to abide by health tips recommended for the prevention of the Corona virus.

” Wash your hands with soup under a running water for at lest 20 seconds, avoid touching your mouth, nose and eyes, maintain a 2 to 3 meters distance from each other and if you must go out be very careful” Balogun admonished, adding that ” good health is most paramount.

”We must do everything possible to ensure we stay safe and free from the ravaging virus called Covid-19 that has proved to be no respecter of any one irrespective of town,color,country and tribe.

It is when we are healthy that we can be happy, rejoice and gather together to celebrate” he concluded...

The popular Gospel Singer Yinka Ayefele displays pictures of his triplets

Yinka Ayefele and his triplets

Gospel singer, Yinka Ayefele welcomed a set of triplets with his wife, Temitope in Maryland, USA July this year.

Take a look at the photos.

Real Facts you need to know about Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth that You probably dont know

Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth is one of the Fast Arising Blogger, she has been in the Nigerian blog industry over the years. So, therefore, in this post, I will be sharing with you real facts about Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth that you probably didn’t know.

Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth is a Blogger, businesswoman, fashion mogul, Ngo Manager, Event planner, model, entrepreneur, social media consultant. She has been in the system over the years. Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth was born on 31st October in Lagos State in southwestern Nigeria, which makes every Oct 31st a special day in her life as she celebrates her Birthday. 

Her parent’s names are Akinkuade Adetokunbo and Aderonke Ruth. She is originally from Ondo Town in the southwestern part of Nigeria but grew up in Lagos State in the southwestern part of Nigeria. 

She started money-making at a very tender age. She is very beautiful, gifted, skillful, creative and talented in business, fashion and as a blogger.

As a kid, Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth's dream was to become a businesswoman. 

She completed her nursery and primary school education at Fola Children School Both in Lagos State in the southwestern part of Nigeria and obtained her First School Leaving Certificate. 

After completing her nursery and primary school education, She proceeded to Fanlot comprehensive Secondary School in Lagos State in the Southern part of Nigeria where she obtained her West African Senior School Certificate. 

After completing her secondary school education she proceeded to Lagos State Polytechnic to obtain National Diploma and Higher Diploma in Business Administration.

Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth has work in various sectors such as the Computer Technology company, Hospitality industry, Marketing Company while she still in school and also a distributor of makeup Products called "Sleek".  

Fashion actually brought Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth to limelight with a business name called Ronishclothing . 

So when she finished her studies, she ventured into Fabrics Business and Sewing of Jalamia.

Akinkuade Aderonke is a goal getter, who promises herself never to relax until her good becomes better. It's was a wonderful Journey so far for Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth when she now decided to go back as a working-class and she was employed as the secretary to one of the Popular Nollywood Creative Actor Saidi Balogun. 

 While working with Saidi Balogun, she joined The Golden Movie Ambassador of Nigeria (TGMAN) when she featured in movie like "Lace Race" produced by Sunkanmi Omobolanle, and "SCOURGE" and soon and also featured some of Campaigns Led by Dr. Joe Okei Odumakin, the president of Woman Arise for Change initiative.

In 2015, Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth establishes a News Blog named Ronishratis News and later unveil a new name from ronishratis to Ara News Trends in 2018 http://www.ara-newstrends.com/ As the Blog traffic Increase, she became more famous as she also managed social accounts and build blogs and websites.

Presently, She got another job in an  Ngo Organization called Trauma savers life support foundation a non-profit organization that is intended to help Youths (girls/boys) who have major issues with drug/marijuana misusage. The program is designed to support children, youth and adults who face significant adversity through their thoughts, feelings, behaviors due to drugs. Our team provides a range of assessment, counseling, and support. This is a program for the complete abstinence from all drugs. 

Join Akinkuade Aderonke Ruth as She takes a walk in her great and dynamic path of success together...