Shockwaves are reverberating across Yorùbáland and the global Yorùbá diaspora following the sudden death of the Baba Ọba (King’s Father) of the famed Oyotunji African Village in South Carolina, USA. The late Baba Ọba, Lukman Arohunfale, a revered socialite and traditionalist, passed away under circumstances already sparking fierce controversy. His death comes just days after he publicly accused the newly installed Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Akeem Adéyẹmọ Owoade, of allegedly ordering his courtiers to beat him mercilessly during a recent courtesy visit to the Oyo palace in Nigeria. In a widely circulated voice recording, the deceased recounted how what was meant to be a simple homage turned violent. Although the Baba Ọba had reportedly battled ill health in the past year, growing insinuations suggest that the alleged physical assault may have aggravated his condition, ultimately leading to his untimely death. The palace in Oyo recently denied that s...
Shan George
Getting married is maybe one of the most difficult decisions a person has to make, that is if the person wants to be married. The process of finding the right partner is almost as difficult as making heaven. In ancient times, parents married off their children against their will, could be for personal benefit, poverty e.t.c . Matchmaking was very common and marriages lasted longer.
These days, people want to marry the persons they love, ignoring other long term attributes and forgetting that love alone is not enough to sustain a relationship.
Due to personality differences, relationships are unstable and sustainability takes two good partners who are willing to make it work against all odds.
Over the years in the film industry, celebrities rank top, when it comes to failed marriages. Some are well over 40 and still single, while others are divorced.
We’ve put together a list of some actors who are in this boat together, hoping they might have a rethink so that we’ll hear wedding bells soon.
This is just a reminder, in case they’ve forgotten!
1. Bimbo Akintola 49
Versatile actress, Bimbo Akintola is another relationship enigma, The sultry actress has the ability to blend into any role given her but hasn’t quite snatched Mr Right.
Eniola Badmus
2. Eniola Badmus
The 41-year-old who is single, became famous after she featured in the film Jenifa, a very successful seasonal show whose main character is played by another popular Nollywood actress Funke Akindele.
Rita Dominic
3. Rita Uchenna Nkem Dominic Nwaturuocha, popular as Rita Dominic
Gorgeous 44-year-old Rita who hails from Mbaise in Imo state and a degree holder from the University of Port Harcourt UNIPORT is single and a major key player in the Nigerian movie industry.
Kate Henshaw
Kate Henshaw 48
Known as one of the most popular and talented actresses in Nollywood, not much has been said about her relationships but she was once married to Rod Nattal back in 2000 and the two split. She’s been unmarried ever since then. Kate has a daughter named Gabrielle Nuttal.
Genevieve Nnaji in a head-turning bikini wear
40-year-old Nigerian actor and film producer Genevieve Nnaji
She won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in 2005, making her the first actor to win the award. The ”Lion Heart” director was also honoured as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic by the Nigerian government for her contribution to Nollywood.
Genevieve has a daughter named Chimebuka Nnaji whom she keeps away from the prying eyes of the media.
First of Bukky Wright’s husbands was Gboyega Amu, the marriage brought them, two children. But for some reason, the union was broken, and the actress started a relationship with Rotimi Makinde who is a member of the House of Representatives.
After few years Bukky Wright reportedly began dating famous journalist Femi Davies. The relationship ended after a year, and she moved on. Bolaji Saheed, a music promoter, reportedly became the fourth husband of the actress, the marriage also ended. After that, she met her fifth husband, US-based Adewale Onitiri, this marriage recently crashed.
Shan George
Shan George 49
Actress, Shan George can easily pass for a young lady with her agility and beauty. The mulatto, Cross River State born star has two children and is yet to settle down after several reported failed marriages.
Eucharia Anunobi
Eucharia Anunobi 54
Actress cum Televangelist, Eucharia Anunobi, was once married to Innocent Ekwu and the marriage lasted from 2000 -2009. Eucharia had a son named Raymond Ekwu but unfortunately lost him in 2018 due to a doctor’s mistake.
The Nigerian actress, filmmaker, producer and director, whose marriage to actor Saheed Balogun hit rock bottom in 2014 was born on the 5th of February 1969 and she has remained unmarried ever since.
MEN, 40 and Unmarried
Nonso Diobi
The multiple award-winning Nigerian actor and film director, while studying Theatre Art at the University of Nigeria, made his debut on-screen appearance in a 2001 film titled Border Line followed by an outstanding performance in the movie titled “Hatred”.
This fine man has never been married, ladies take note.
Sylvester Madu
Sylvester Madu
44-year-old Sylvester Madu is a Nollywood actor, director, model, producer, entrepreneur and a philanthropist who was born on 11th January 1975 and is still single.
Frederick Leonard
Frederick Leonard
The 43-year-old creative and talented actor was born on the 1st of May 1976. He is a native of Anambra State, the south eastern part of Nigeria.
Ladies, you can shoot your shot, incase this very handsome guy doesn’t have marriage on his to-do list.
Jim Iyke
Jim Iyke
Nigerian actor, Jim Iyke has a baby boy from European lady, Dana he fondly calls King Harv but is yet to be married. The 42-year-old was once linked with Ghanaian born actress, Nadia Buari but the relationship obviously did not lead to the altar.
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