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QUALITY CONTENTS ARE KEY TO ENGENDERING GROWTH IN NOLLYWOOD

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Tolulope Oke, Graduate of Sociology from University of Lagos. She also read Dramatic Arts at the Obafemi Awolowo University, (OAU), Ile Ife. Tolulope is a prominent Nollywood actress. She has featured in several film productions that featured notable Nollywood faces. She has just produced a new film titled “Cookies Spot”. In this interview, she speaks about her new movie, its focus and importance to the audience, the impact of COVID 19 on the industry. She also has words of encouragement for women for women and youths.

THE NEW MOVIE AND ITS STORYLINE

” Cookies Spot”. Cookie Spot is a story and it is a reflection about life. According to Tolu,” I believe in hope and I tried to project life and it possibilities. “Cookie Spot as she aptly puts it is a story of survival wherever you find yourself. There is always a means of survival. The inspiration of Cookie Spot from a carwash that can turn to a big business. The lady got help from a woman where she was working to establish her own business. She wanted a good life for her mother and herself which the mother rejected due to untold story she didn’t reveal to her daughter about her father. Some notable Nollywood starts who featured in Cookie Pot are Adejumo Lewis,Funso Adeolu,Sola Sobowale,Ayo Adesanya,Bolanle Ninalowo, Omowunmi Dada and a host of others.

THE MESSAGE OF COOKIE SPOT

Women should not be overwhelmed with challenges. They should believe they can make it despite all odds. I believe every woman has a staying power that should confront every challenge and overcome. I want every woman out there to have positive spirit which will definitely make them overcome in life.

There is the need for women to support one another. The young women should see the bigger picture of whatever they are doing. Possibilities are endless in life. Whatever you are doing, you should not give up. You can always be a better person wherever you are. You should learn to survive in a way that will add value to others.

Tolulope believes Cookie Pot will challenge every young lady out there to have the women and women generally should have the strong will to succeed against all the odds in life.

COMMUNICATING THE VALUES OF COOKIES SPOT

It has become imperative to project the values of Cookies Spot. The movie will be showing on TV , online, cables and cinema. To reach all and sundry, there is a strategic focus to adopt the cinema as there is the cinema culture in Nigerians. This will facilitate making the movie a must watch by all.

IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY

Covid-19 has slowed everything down. Life, I believe has been altered by the pandemic. People have been looking at how to cope with the post-covid. Digital channels have come to stay to promote products and services. For movies, people are health conscious on what they do. Now you see standby doctors on film set to ensure the environment is safe for everyone. The benefit of this is that everyone focuses on their health status more. It is a good development for the industry which shows we are more conscious of our environment. It means anyone who is not physically fit should not participate in movie production. It shows the producer will take responsibility. It means we pay attention to everything that matters. It puts Nollywood in good light.

There is more to bringing people on set. We should be conscious of or health as it is important. We should be concerned about the health status of the crew. COVID has made it mandatory to focus on basic things that are often overlooked.

FOCUS OF THE INDUSTRY

The focus of the industry is to release good and quality contents. There are digital channels for the readymade market. When quality movies are provided, is showcases our professional expertise and projects the nation’s image. It is important to focus on professional expertise and develop techniques in movie production. The technical part of our movie is also getting better, in terms of sub editing, music background and post-production.

MY STRATEGIC ESSENCE FOR COOKIES SPOT

I want to showcase myself as a very detailed Producer and Actor. I also want to let the audience especially the younger ones know that there are opportunities around them. They need to identify such opportunities and deploy creativity to promote themselves. It is also to promote entrepreneurship. It also tells the youth audience that success takes perseverance. It also teaches hope. I want the younger generations to believe in their potentials and have their potentials. Success is a destination not a journey. I also want to add value to the society and at the end of the day it is win-win situation for all. Cookie spot is also a story that promotes family values.

Cookie spot also focuses on women helping on another. Women should identify potentials in others and help them. Women should see themselves as pillar of support for one another. A support for a woman is a support other generations.

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Court summons VeryDarkMan over defamation of Mercy Chinwo

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A Chief Magistrate’s Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, has summoned controversial blogger, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan over alleged criminal defamation of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo.

The court, in a summons dated March 5, 2025, ordered VDM to appear in person on March 13, 2025, to respond to allegations brought against him by Chinwo.

Chief Magistrate Emmanuel Iyanna issued the directive following claims that the blogger made damaging statements about the singer on social media.

The dispute stems from VDM’s online posts, where he accused Chinwo of misappropriating $345,000 allegedly linked to her former record label boss, Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, also known as Eezee Tee.

The singer, however, dismissed the claims as false, providing emails, receipts, and other documents to counter the allegations.

In the criminal complaint filed by her legal team, led by Pelumi Olajengbesi of Law Corridor, Chinwo argued that VDM’s actions violated Sections 391 of the Penal Code and Section 24(1)(B) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act 2015.

Aside from the criminal charges, Chinwo has also filed a N1.1 billion defamation lawsuit against the blogger at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

The lawsuit seeks an order compelling VDM to delete all alleged defamatory posts, issue a public apology, and retract his statements.

Meanwhile, a separate case involving Eezee Tee remains before the Federal High Court in Lagos.

On February 17, 2025, the court upheld a subsisting arrest warrant against the record label executive over alleged fraudulent conversion, with his arraignment scheduled for March 6, 2025.

Chinwo’s lawyers contend that VDM’s social media posts, made on February 2, 3, 4, 5, 12, and 17, were intended to tarnish the singer’s image and mislead the public.

They maintain that the false claims have caused significant reputational damage, professional setbacks, and emotional distress to their client.

With the court summons now in place, all eyes will be on March 13, when VDM is expected to answer to the allegations before the magistrate.

 

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Tradition Meets Tomorrow at Tingo AI Radio Event

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In an electrifying celebration of innovation and heritage, Tingo AI Radio—Africa’s first AI radio—hosted a landmark meet and greet in Lagos. Indigenous leaders, youth, and tech enthusiasts converged at a vibrant community center to witness demonstrations of cutting-edge robotic automations and awe-inspiring AI innovations. Visitors marveled as state-of-the-art robots showcased capabilities from precision agricultural tasks to interactive cultural storytelling. “Today’s event proves that technology can amplify our traditions rather than replace them,” remarked community elder Chief Adewale. Panel discussions and live demos highlighted how these digital breakthroughs could empower local industries and education. Organizers emphasized that the blend of indigenous wisdom and modern science offers a transformative future for Lagos. Interactive sessions allowed participants to get hands-on experience with digital interfaces and robotic programming. Tingo AI Radio, celebrated as Africa’s first AI radio, is setting new standards in media by merging technology with community values. As the day concluded, excitement and optimism filled the air, paving the way for future workshops that promise even greater collaboration between traditional practices and technological progress. This event marks a significant milestone in Lagos’ journey toward digital empowerment and cultural preservation.

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Court grants Jude Okoye N100m bail in money laundering case

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The Federal High Court in Lagos, on Monday, granted Jude Okoye, the former manager of the now-defunct music group P-Square, bail in the amount of N100 million.

 

Justice Alexander Owoeye approved the bail, stipulating two sureties, each with a similar amount in value. The court also placed a travel restriction on Okoye, prohibiting him from leaving the country.

 

One of the sureties, the judge ruled, must be the owner of a landed property, among other requirements.

 

 

Okoye, the elder sibling of Peter and Paul Okoye of P-Square, was arraigned last Wednesday by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of money laundering. The charges involve ₦1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59.

 

The EFCC also charged Okoye and his company, Northside Music Limited, with acquiring a property in 2022 at 5 Tony Eromosele Street, Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos. The property, worth ₦850 million, was allegedly purchased using funds that Okoye knew, or should have known, were proceeds of criminal activities.

 

 

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