I wasn’t treated like a celebrity in NYSC camp –Owolabi Ajasa

Actor, Owolabi Ajasa, took Nigerians by surprise when pictures of him in the National Youth Service Corps orientation camp in Kogi State were posted online. Many felt that he was above the age of 30 and should have applied for an exemption from the service.
However, in a chat with Sunday Scoop, Ajasa explained his reason for answering the ‘clarion call.’ He said, “It is a simple matter. It all depends on the time you finish your tertiary education. If you are over 30 at that time, you can choose to seek exemption from service but I chose not to do that. I also decided to ‘serve’ because I am the first graduate in my family and it really meant a lot to me. That’s why I wrote on social media that I broke a jinx in my family by observing NYSC.

As a child, I behaved like a clown –Wofaifada

Wofai Ewa, popularly known as Wofaifada, is a comedienne, TV presenter and actress. She speaks with JOY MARCUS about her struggles and how she made it this far

How did you start doing comedy skits?

I used to record funny things about myself because my friends said that I was very funny.  They said I should start recording some of my jokes and I did. I started doing it because of my friends, not because I wanted to be famous. 

Why I signed mother of two – Harrysong

Harrison Tare Okiri, better known as Harrysong, has been questioned for signing Lami Phillips, a mother of two, to his record company, Altetplate Music.
However, while speaking with Sunday Scoop, Harrysong said music had nothing to do with age and that he was convinced of Phillips’ talent. He explained, “She is full of talent and she does good music. If an artiste understands music, it will be easier for one to relate to him or her. It is not about the age; it is about what she has to offer. Her music relates to people of different ages.
“Don’t forget that I am also a songwriter too. I saw something special in her and I believe it is something that every other person will enjoy too. 2Baba is an older artiste, but we still enjoy his music.”

My son’s poor health has put my life on hold –Stella Monye

Veteran singer, Stella Monye, is not a happy woman. She hasn’t been in the best of moods for over a decade due to the ill health of her son, Ibrahim. He currently needs over $100,000 to carry out corrective surgery to his damaged urethra which has led to other complications including kidney disease. Ibrahim had an accident which pierced his scrotum.
Speaking with Sunday Scoop about the weight of the burden on her life, she said, “That ugly incident has had a huge impact on my career. This has been on for over a decade and most of the times, I have been in one hospital or the other, while also carrying out research on where he can get good care anywhere in the world. The bill, right now, has become enormous and I am praying seriously. Even after this call with you, I am going for a vigil and I will be there for a week to pray for help to raise the funds.

Woman allegedly drowns inside church’s well, pastor arrested

A middle-aged woman identified as Mrs. Funke Ojo was found dead inside a well at the premises of a Cherubim and Seraphim church located at Ayedun Quarters in Akure, Ondo State, on Sunday.
Residents said no one could say what led to the incident.
A source who spoke to our correspondent on condition of anonymity, narrated that the deceased left her mother’s house for a programme in the church, but no one was aware of her arrival at the church or when she allegedly plunged into the well.
The source said, “On Saturday night, she complained to her mother that she had a slight malaria fever. She later told her mother that she wanted to go to the church. The mother asked her to take a rest, but she insisted on going to the church.

Samsung launches new S9 phone with augmented reality features

Samsung unveiled its new flagship smartphone on Sunday with a focus on augmented reality features as it seeks to keep its title as the world’s biggest smartphone maker.
The South Korean firm showcased the Galaxy S9 on the eve of the official start of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, which comes after a year of flat smartphone sales.
With no other major handset maker using the annual event, the world’s largest phone show, to launch a new flagship device this year, Samsung had the opportunity to grab the spotlight.
The S9 features essentially the same design as last year’s previous flagship, with the full screen and curved glass edge of the S8, which was followed by Apple’s iPhone X and others.
But it includes louder sound, a faster processor and software that turns selfies into animated emojis, which will appeal to consumers who are increasingly preferring to use their phones to send text messages rather than talking.

American arrested as police find severed head in suitcase

Police probing the case of a missing 27-year-old woman have found a severed head just days after arresting an American suspect.
The head, thought to belong to the woman, was discovered in a suitcase left behind at a lodging facility in Osaka’s Nishinari Ward.
Police investigating the woman’s disappearance from Hyogo Prefecture announced that officers had made the gruesome find on Saturday.
The American man, aged 26, was previously arrested in Nara Prefecture on Thursday on suspicion of confining the missing woman in a holiday flat in Osaka’s Higashinari Ward, sources told the Japan Times.

LAURA IKEJI, SOUND SULTAN, TONIA ODILI AMONGST OTHERS TO SPEAK AT THE SM JURY

The 6th edition of the Social Media Jury brought to you by Public Relations Consultant, Tonia Odili will take place on Thursday March 1st at Oriental Hotel.

The event will feature some of the biggest names in the Entertainment industry; Laura Ikeji Kanu, Ubi Franklin, Sound Sultan and Abiola Fabio.

An Ekwulobia Church Burnt For Conducting Wedding For Siblings

The youth of Agba village in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State have set ablaze ‘Dwelling Fullness of God Church’ in the area for wedding siblings, 25-year-old Chiadi Ezeibekwe and his 17-year-old sister (name withheld).
It was gathered that Chiadi’s action generated controversy in the community which saw the act as an abomination.

Ojoto Leaders of Thought Beg Government Panel To Recognise People's Choice As King

 Elders and major Stakeholders in Ojoto kingship matters have called on government to heed the provisions of the Community's constitution and traditions in resolving her traditional rulership tussles, to ensure that the monarch preferred by the people is enthroned.
The call is coming on the heels of the conclusion of public hearing by a Panel set up by Anambra State Governor, Chief Willie Obiano to look into the remote and immediate causes of the Igweship crisis in the community.