“We’re Lucky to Know You” – Music Executive PaulO Celebrates Partner Iyabo Ojo with Heartwarming Birthday Tribute as She Turns 48

Music executive and CEO of Upfront and Personal Management, Paul Okoye (popularly known as PaulO), has penned a touching tribute to his partner, Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, as she celebrates her 48th birthday on December 21, 2025.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, PaulO praised Iyabo for her strength, kindness, compassion, and resilience amid a challenging year. “Your compassion, and the support you give to everyone makes us all lucky to know you,” he wrote, adding, “You are, without a doubt, the strongest, kindest woman I know. And today, we don’t just celebrate your birthday — we celebrate you!”

Reflecting on 2025, PaulO highlighted the year's highs—including family weddings, new grandchildren, graduations, movie premieres, awards, and love—while acknowledging the tough moments and battles faced with grace. He commended Iyabo for smiling through difficulties and handling adversity decisively.

The couple, who went public with their relationship in 2022 during Iyabo's 45th birthday celebrations, continue to inspire fans with their supportive bond. Iyabo, known for her roles in over 150 films and her philanthropic work through the Pinkies Foundation, also shared her joy, describing becoming a mother-in-law and grandmother as the greatest gifts of the year.

The tribute has garnered widespread admiration on social media, with fans and colleagues applauding PaulO's public display of affection and celebrating Iyabo's enduring spirit.

“My Wife and I Will Tell Our Story at the Right Time” – Pastor Chris Okafor Addresses Critics During Wedding Thanksgiving

 Pastor Chris Okafor, founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry (also known as Grace Nation), has assured his congregation that he and his new wife, Pearl, will share the full details of their love story and recent marriage when the time is spiritually appropriate.

During a thanksgiving service on December 21, 2025, following their wedding, Pastor Okafor responded to public criticism and speculation surrounding their union. He emphasized that external parties cannot accurately narrate their personal journey, stating: “Nobody can tell our story. Someday, and at the right time, we will share our stories, but for now, we just want to give thanks to God.”

The cleric highlighted that both he and his wife made a deliberate decision to withhold certain details, guided by prayer and divine direction. “There are encounters to this that you will not know now, but not long from now, we will tell our story,” he added.

The remarks come amid ongoing public controversy sparked by allegations from Nollywood actress Doris Ogala, who has claimed a past relationship with the pastor and made various accusations. Pastor Okafor extended gratitude to supporters and apologized to anyone feeling offended, while focusing on thanksgiving and spiritual sensitivity.

The couple's wedding and subsequent thanksgiving have drawn mixed reactions online, with many praising their union and others debating the surrounding narratives.

Grace Nation Ministry continues to emphasize themes of faith, deliverance, and gratitude.

“The d£vil became angry with the little we showed. My wife and I will tell our story at the right time.”

—Pastor Chris Okafor, responding to critics pic.twitter.com/FcsxSoZu7W

— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) December 21, 2025

“Marriage Is Overrated” – Nollywood Actress Yvonne Jegede Shares Candid Views on Relationships and Remarriage

Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede has sparked conversations with her recent remarks describing marriage as "overrated," while emphasizing that she remains open to the idea of remarrying if it happens naturally.

In an interview on Naija FM Lagos, the 42-year-old star explained that she is not actively seeking marriage but has learned from life experiences not to rule it out entirely. "I am open to remarriage if it comes, but I am not looking for it. I have learned not to say ‘never’," Jegede stated.

Reflecting on common relationship patterns, she noted: “I think marriage is overrated. A lot of people who dated for 10 to 15 years got married and they broke up within 2 to 3 years. Sometimes, you wonder why such couples didn’t just remain unmarried. Because when they add the marriage tag, a lot of intolerance gets in the way.”

Jegede suggested that cohabitation with a loved one could provide companionship and stability without the added pressures often associated with formal marriage.

Her comments come years after her own marriage to actor Olakunle ‘Abounce’ Fawole ended in 2019, less than a year after their union.

The actress's candid perspective has resonated widely on social media, prompting discussions about modern relationships, societal expectations, and the evolving views on marriage in contemporary society.

Afrobeat Pioneer Fela Kuti Set to Become First African Recipient of Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

 The Recording Academy has announced that legendary Nigerian musician and Afrobeat creator Fela Anikulapo Kuti will posthumously receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Special Merit Awards Ceremony. This historic honor marks Fela Kuti as the first African artist to be recognized with this prestigious accolade.

Fela Kuti, often hailed as the "Black President" for his profound musical innovation and fearless political activism, will be honored alongside global icons including Whitney Houston, Cher, Carlos Santana, Chaka Khan, and Paul Simon. The award celebrates performers who have made creative contributions of outstanding artistic significance to the field of recording.

Known for fusing jazz, funk, and traditional African rhythms into the groundbreaking genre of Afrobeat, Kuti's influence extends far beyond music. His politically charged lyrics challenged corruption and oppression, inspiring generations of artists worldwide, from modern Afrobeats stars to international figures like Beyoncé and Questlove. Earlier this year, his iconic 1976 album *Zombie* became the first Nigerian recording inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

The Special Merit Awards Ceremony will take place on January 31, 2026, at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles, on the eve of the 68th Annual Grammy Awards.

This recognition underscores the growing global impact of African music and cements Fela Kuti's enduring legacy as a revolutionary force in art and activism.

“If Doris Ogala Is Not Released by Tuesday” – VeryDarkMan Issues Ultimatum to Pastor Chris Okafor, Threatens to Release Evidence on Social Media

Social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has issued a stern warning to Pastor Chris Okafor of Grace Nation Ministry, demanding the immediate release of Nollywood actress Doris Ogala. In videos shared on his platforms on December 21, 2025, VDM gave an ultimatum: if Ms. Ogala is not freed by Tuesday, December 23, 2025, he will publicly release alleged incriminating evidence she sent him prior to her arrest.

VDM claimed he contacted Ms. Ogala on the morning of December 20, 2025, following a premonition, during which she forwarded documents and materials related to her accusations against Pastor Okafor and Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin. He alleged the evidence involves serious misconduct, including manipulation and cover-ups of criminal matters.

“I’m giving Pastor Chris Okafor and Jeremiah a warning: if Doris Ogala does not return home by Tuesday, every piece of evidence she sent me will be released on social media,” VDM stated, asserting that the arrest was intended to destroy proof on her phone.

Ms. Ogala was reportedly taken into custody on December 20, 2025, during a livestream interview, amid her public allegations of a breached marriage promise and other grievances against Pastor Okafor. No official confirmation of charges has been provided by authorities.

The development has escalated the ongoing controversy, drawing significant attention on social media and raising questions about the involved parties' claims.

As of this release, neither Pastor Chris Okafor nor Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin has issued a direct response to VDM's threats. The situation remains fluid.

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