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Ex-Nollywood power couple, Faithia Williams and Saidi Balogun cements relationship at late Allwell Ademola’s Service of Songs
Former Nollywood power couple Faithia Williams and Saidi Balogun have melted the hearts of fans with their sweet moment at their colleague, Allwell Ademola’s Service of Songs.
It was reported on Thursday evening that a Service of Songs was held for the movie star. Her colleagues, family and friends gathered in large numbers to pay their last respects.
Spotted at the event were Wumi Toriola, Afeez Owo, Kunle Afod, Faithia Williams, Biola Bayo, Mr Latin, Odunlade Adekola, Jayeola Monje, Toyin Alausa, Regina Chukwu, Eniola Ajao, Yemi Solade, Saidi Balogun, Bakare Zainab, Tawa Ajisefinni, Semilore Pweety, Rotimi Salami, Fausat Balogun, Foluke Daramola, Jigan Babaoja and a host of others...TAP TO CONTINUE FULL READING.
In a clip from the event that is making the rounds online, Saidi and Faithia were captured in a rare conversation. In the clip, Faithia was sitting with a group of women who were in charge of the drinks and snacks at the SOS. Saidi was captured standing beside her as they conversed.
One Toyin adi wrote, “Love them, Balogun
One olawalewilliams wrote, “This family really stood with Allwell
One Temitope_ola_olorun wrote, “Mature couple”.
Saidi and Faithia got married in 2000 at Ikorodu registry and divorced fourteen years later. Their divorce was quite messy, and Saidi, who told the court that he could not live under the same roof with his estranged wife due to irreconcilable differences, also demanded, among other requests, that Faithia drop his name, Balogun.
The former couple share two kids – Khalid and Aliyah.
In 2024, the former couple finally made peace, as for the first time in years, Saidi sent a sweet birthday note to Faithia, showering her with love and prayers. Faithia had also done the same as she sweetly celebrated Saidi Balogun’s birthday.
Faithia fueled reconciliation rumors with him as she referred to herself by her former married name, Faithia Balogun. The Yoruba actress shocked many when she addressed herself with her former marital title, Faithia Williams Balogun.
When Saidi lost his first daughter in October, Faithia had taken a break from social media to mourn. When she returned, she made a post gushing over the deceased and appreciated the public for their support.
When Faithia also buried her father in July, Saidi showed his support and attended the burial ceremony where he was captured raining money on her.
To add to it, when Saidi’s son celebrated his induction, Faithia congratulated him on his new feat and prayed for him.
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Nollywood filmmaker Funke Akindele has called out Air Peace after passengers, including elderly travellers, were stranded at London’s Gatwick Airport for nearly 10 hours without luggage, hotel accommodation, or clear communication. Akindele said passengers had been waiting since 6:30 am after being told a bird strike caused the delay. “Air Peace, this is unacceptable,” she wrote on X. The airline attributed the disruption to factors beyond its control.
Key Points:
Elderly passengers were struggling, and families were worn out.
Akindele demanded luggage release and hotel accommodation.
Air Peace expressed empathy, citing safety as a priority.
No confirmation that luggage was released or hotel provided.
The delay lasted from 6:30 am to nearly 4 pm...TAP TO CONTINUE FULL READING.
Passengers remained stranded with no resolution as of filing.
Sources: X
Air Peace, this is unacceptable.
Passengers (including elderly people) have been stranded since 6:30AM at London Gatwick Airport with no proper communication.
After hours of delay, we were told there was a bird strike and promised a hotel. Hours later, people are still sitting…— Funke Akindele (@funkeakindele) May 1, 2026
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[VIDEO] Power Official Blames Residents for Electricity Outages: ‘They Consume a Week’s Energy in One Hour’
A power official in Bayelsa State has blamed residents for erratic electricity supply, saying they overload the grid by using too many appliances when power is restored. In a viral video, Innocent Lord-Douglas of the SSAEAC explained that once residents see light, they turn on freezers, washing machines, and pumping machines, consuming a week’s energy in just one hour. Nigeria’s grid struggles with only 4,000-6,000 megawatts for 200 million people.
Key Points:
The official’s comments have drawn widespread mockery online.
Bayelsa remains in darkness despite being an oil-rich state.
A new gas turbine was promised for Bayelsa by 2026.
Some defended the official’s explanation as a technical point on demand surges.
The video has sparked debate about Nigeria’s power sector crisis...TAP TO CONTINUE FULL READING.
Many Nigerians see the response as tone-deaf amid persistent electricity shortages.
Sources: X
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Nigerian singer Davido has launched a series of vitriolic tweets at DJ Tunez following the DJ’s recent physical fight with Burna Boy in Lagos. The altercation occurred at Obi’s House, a popular weekly Afrobeats party. Davido wrote: “Ur just a disgusting, nasty fellow … DEM USE BOOT CARRY UR STEEZE FOREVER .. idiot.” He also retweeted a video of Burna Boy dancing to DJ Tunez’s song and dramatically falling, seen as a jab at the DJ.
Key Points:
Wizkid reacted to the incident, calling Burna Boy a “coward” for attacking Tunez with ten other men.
DJ Tunez aimed a dig at Burna Boy, calling him a “coward” and posting “All Signs of Weakness.”
The exact cause of the dispute remains unclear, but speculation links it to industry rivalries.
A user confronted Davido, saying he never stood “10 toes down” without his father’s money.
Davido fired back, telling the user to “shut up n slide for TUNEZ.”..TAP TO CONTINUE FULL READING.
The feud has escalated online, with fans divided over the altercation.
Sources: The Cable (Hizat Oluwole)
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