‘I don’t womanise’, Timini Egbuson said

Popular Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson, has dismissed widespread rumours that he is a womaniser. 

According to the 38-year-old, his busy career and personal priorities leave no space for such a lifestyle.

Speaking on a recent episode of The Culture League podcast alongside Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface and comedian Bovi, Egbuson made it clear that he has been single for the past two to three years.

“A lot of people assume I’m a womaniser, but I’m not,” he said. “In the past two or three years, Nollywood has taken over my life in a way that there’s just no room. Except you’re very unserious, there’s no way to balance that with dating multiple women.”

Egbuson explained that his demanding work schedule makes it nearly impossible to maintain a relationship, let alone multiple ones. “I really wonder how some of my friends manage to juggle four or five relationships at the same time,” he said. “I spend the whole day on set, come back home tired by 11 p.m., and you expect me to start chatting with someone? I don’t have the energy for that.”

Despite the misconceptions about his personal life, the actor said he isn’t bothered. In fact, he admitted that he finds some amusement in the public’s view of him.

“I actually enjoy the bad boy image,” he said with a laugh. “It doesn’t really get to me. People will always talk.”

Timini’s statement offered a rare glimpse into the personal life of one of Nollywood’s most talked-about stars, highlighting the toll that fame and hard work can take on relationships.

• ‘Dating Nigerian men is tough’, BBNaija’s Uriel opened up

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Uriel Oputa, shared her frustrations about dating Nigerian men, saying it was a difficult experience for many women.

Speaking on a recent episode of the Outside The Box podcast, Uriel said it was increasingly hard to find a decent Nigerian man who is serious about relationships. According to her, many Nigerian men do not value depth or substance when dating, and this mindset has left many women single.

“It’s hard to date a Nigerian man,” she said. “I don’t understand why you people are so complicated. You’ll see women who are 35, 40, 41, 42, and they’re still single, even though they’re beautiful. Why? What’s happening?”

Uriel argued that the problem lies in a cultural mindset among Nigerian men. She claimed that many of them always believe there is someone better out there, instead of appreciating the partner they have.

“It’s hard to find a decent man in Nigeria,” she continued. “Nigerian men have a cultural belief that there’s always something better. But there’s nothing better.”

She also hinted that this attitude discourages women who are looking for meaningful connections. Uriel noted that relationships built only on surface-level attraction often don’t last, and many women end up heartbroken.

Her remarks sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some people agreeing with her and others defending Nigerian men.

Uriel is known for her outspoken personality, and she often uses her platform to discuss relationship issues and women’s struggles in the dating world.

• Van Vicker celebrated his daughter’s law degree achievement

Ghanaian actor Van Vicker celebrated a proud family milestone as his daughter graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.

The actor took to Instagram to share the joyful news with his fans and followers.

In a heartfelt post, he praised his daughter’s resilience, determination, and unwavering focus throughout her academic journey. 

He admitted that staying committed in today’s fast-paced and distracting world was no easy task, but she pulled through with grace.

Vicker expressed deep pride in his daughter’s accomplishment, calling her success a blessing from God. 

He described her achievement as not just a personal victory, but also an inspiration to others who are working hard to reach their goals.

“Yesterday, my daughter graduated with a Legus Baccalaureus degree. I am a proud father and I am basking in it till tomorrow,” he wrote.

He continued, “I appreciate her success because staying focused, determined, committed, and resilient is not easy these days. I am grateful to God for His blessings.”

The actor concluded his message with words of encouragement and love: “Congratulations to you, J, my LLB senior. Continue to soar. I love you.”

The touching post quickly drew warm reactions from fans and fellow celebrities, many of whom congratulated the new graduate and praised Vicker for being a supportive father.

Van Vicker, known for his roles in Nollywood and Ghanaian films, has often spoken about the importance of education and family. This latest celebration marked another proud chapter in his life as a father and role model.

• Lege Miami slammed CNN over interview invite

Nollywood actor Lege Miami accused CNN of trying to disgrace him in a recent video he posted on Instagram. 

In the video, which quickly went viral, Lege said the news network invited him for an interview to embarrass him. 

He explained that he refused the invitation because he struggles with English.

Lege told his followers, “I ran away. All Nigerians, guess what? CNN invited me for an interview, but I ran away. They want to disgrace me. They want to embarrass me. I can’t speak good English.”

Known for his limited English skills, Lege Miami is a popular figure in Yoruba movies. He is also a vocal supporter of President Bola Tinubu and has close ties with Seyi Tinubu.

This incident has sparked conversation online, with many people expressing sympathy for the actor. Others debated whether the interview invitation was fair or meant to humiliate him. For now, Lege has made it clear that he does not want to appear on CNN, fearing it could damage his reputation.

• Angela Okorie said bullets stuck in her head

Nollywood actress Angela Okorie revealed that fragments of a bullet fired at her during a 2019 assassination attempt remain lodged in her head.

In a recent video showing her medical checkups, she explained that she spent two weeks moving between hospitals due to ongoing health problems. Her doctor advised her to rest in bed.

After several scans and tests, Okorie discovered more bullet fragments had appeared in her head over time. This caused blurry vision and frequent headaches.

She wrote, “The last two weeks have been very hectic. I went from one hospital to another, running tests on my head and body. I was not feeling well, so my doctor told me to rest. Good health is often taken for granted.

During my checkups, I found out there were still bullet fragments in my head. Over the years, more have shown up. But at the end of the day, God showed mercy. God is with me, and I praise His name. Amen.”

The actress was attacked by gunmen in December 2019, suffering multiple head injuries. She has accused people within the movie industry of planning the attack and said she will never forgive those responsible.

• Baba Frayo said 2Face and Annie Mismanaged Marriage

Veteran musician Baba Fryo said 2Face and his ex-wife Annie did not handle their marriage well.

In January, 2Face announced his separation from Annie. Soon after, he introduced Natasha Osawuru, a lawmaker from Edo State, as his new partner.

During a recent episode of The Honest Bunch podcast, Baba Fryo claimed 2Face left Annie because she was not good at managing their home. He said men want women who support them, especially when they struggle with bad habits, not women who have similar problems.

However, Baba Fryo added that Natasha is no better than Annie. He revealed he has known Natasha since she was a child, saying, “I carried her on my legs when she was three.” He also mentioned that Natasha’s father, Desmond, was a close friend.

Baba Fryo explained, “2Face and his ex-wife didn’t manage themselves well. Both are entertainers; Annie is an actress, and 2Face is a musician. In marriage, when the couple go out, it’s the woman’s role to watch over the man. If he drinks too much, she should calm him down. But if she also drinks, who will take care of whom? This makes a man feel insecure. Then, if he meets another woman with a different attitude, he may be tempted.”

He clarified he wasn’t praising Natasha, just explaining the situation.

• ‘My career isn’t over’, AY Makun claimed

Nigerian comedian and actor Richard Ayodeji Makun, popularly known as AY, insisted that his career was far from over despite common beliefs that fame fades with age.

In a recent Instagram post, AY spoke directly to those who think getting older means losing relevance in the entertainment industry. He rejected this idea, saying he still holds a strong presence and influence in his field.

AY credited his continued success to divine grace, stressing that he remains active and committed to his craft. The award-winning entertainer made it clear that he has no plans to retire or step away from the spotlight anytime soon.

He told his fans and critics alike that his passion for entertaining people of all ages keeps him going. In his words, “They said the spotlight dims with age, I guess mine forgot the memo. Call it grace.”

Through hard work and dedication, AY continues to thrive, proving that age does not define one’s ability to shine in show business.

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