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Nollywood Composer’s Heartbreaking Confessions: Stanley Okorie Reveals Secrets Behind Two Failed Marriages
Nollywood Composer’s Heartbreaking Confessions: Stanley Okorie Reveals Secrets Behind Two Failed Marriages....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Stanley Okorie, a renowned composer and singer in Nollywood, has opened up about the reasons behind the breakdowns of his first two marriages.
In a candid conversation with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Okorie revealed that his first wife parted ways with him due to her dislike for his songs, which she deemed “stupid.” He also admitted his own shortcomings, describing himself as an insensitive husband.
Reflecting on his past, Okorie shared, “My first divorce was the hardest. You know, the first cut is the deepest. I take some responsibility for it. When people talk about issues in their marriages or relationships, they often focus on the other person’s faults. I’m not absolving myself entirely, but I know I was not a very sensitive husband. I blame myself for that.”
He continued, “I wasn’t attentive enough. Sometimes, if my wife got dressed up, I’d say, ‘I’m off to the studio, are you coming?’ No, that wasn’t considerate. I’d forget her birthday because I was immersed in my work [creating Nollywood soundtracks], and sometimes I’d get calls from London, they’d pay for my ticket, and I’d fly out to do the music. I thought providing financially was sufficient. But sometimes, the essence of love is presence. You can give money, but the foundation of love is being there.”
“Money wasn’t what my first wife wanted. Sometimes, I’d give her money, and later find it left on the table. I was deeply engrossed in my music, moving from one studio to another. Looking back, I see the cost of that. Everything comes with a cost. Economists call it opportunity cost. In my first marriage, I was terribly insensitive. If I had been more mature—admittedly, I married young—I would have understood why she felt neglected despite my hard work. I failed in that regard.”
“When she finally said, ‘I can’t do this anymore,’ I knew it was real, so I didn’t argue. Instead of trying to reconcile, I found solace in singing what I now consider silly songs to console myself.”
He also touched on his second divorce and the personal tragedies he faced. “At one point, my wife passed away. My son died. Some of the songs I composed were my escape from my sorrowful reality, helping me cope to some extent. But nothing compares to confronting your problems head-on. Music, in that sense, didn’t serve me well. I used it as an escape rather than facing my issues. Things that bring you joy today can later bring pain. So it’s been a mixed blessing. But I’m content now. I’m happily married with children, doing well, and still making music.”
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‘This Is Unacceptable’ – Mary Remmy Njoku Reacts To Shocking Condition Of Warri Airport.
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Mary Remmy Njoku, has expressed disappointment over the condition of the airport serving Warri, Delta State, following her recent visit to the city.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the actress questioned the state of the facility, saying her experience during her last trip left her wondering whether Warri had another airport.
In a post shared on her social media page, Njoku asked about the location of what she described as the city’s actual airport, claiming that her flight with Air Peace landed at a facility that looked more like a motor park.
She said she expected a major city like Warri to have a better airport and expressed shock at the condition of the facility she encountered.
The actress, however, clarified that her comments were not intended as an attack on the Delta State Government or aviation authorities but were aimed at drawing attention to an issue she believes requires urgent intervention.
Njoku wrote, “Hello, my Warri people! ❤️ You know that saying, ‘Warri no dey carry last’? I believe am die!
“But before I talk my mind, make I ask one question first. Where una REAL airport dey? 🤨 Because the last time I came, Air Peace carry me go drop for one ‘motor park’! 😭 And I KNOW Warri is too important a city to have an airport that looks like a motor park!
“So, where is your REAL airport? Abeg o, na question I dey ask. Don’t come for me. I am NOT Delta State Government! Neither am I the Minister of Aviation.
“Every time, ‘Warri no dey carry last! Warri no dey carry last!’ E be like say this una ‘no dey carry last’ na for mouth o! But honestly, you guys broke my heart. 💔💔💔 Warri deserves so much better. Something needs to be done about that airport, and many other things I noticed. But make we focus on the airport first.”
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‘My Father Appeared In Court About 300 Times’ – Seun Kuti Reveals Fela’s Ordeal With Nigerian Government.
Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti, has revealed that his late father and legendary Nigerian singer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, appeared in court approximately 300 times over various criminal charges brought against him by the Nigerian government.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that Seun disclosed that the allegations against the late musician included murder, attempted murder, sabotage and armed robbery.
He described the numerous court appearances as part of the prolonged disputes between his father and successive Nigerian governments.
The singer made the revelation during an interview on The Truth Hurts show, hosted by Jeff Weiss, on Wednesday morning.
Speaking about his childhood and the challenges his family experienced because of his father’s political views, Seun explained that Fela’s persistent criticism of those in power exposed members of his family and community to threats, intimidation and attacks.
He noted that although he was born in 1983 and did not witness some of the earliest confrontations between his father and the government, he grew up experiencing the consequences of Fela’s activism.
According to Seun, “My dad I think he went to court about 300 times on all charges of murder, attempted murder, sabotage, armed robbery. Whatever the charge, the government brought it at some point against my father.”
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Omah Lay Reveals What He Turns To When Life Gets Tough, Says It’s Not Alcohol Or Cigarettes.
Nigerian singer Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has opened up about the difficulties young people face in Nigeria and their struggles to cope with the country’s system.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made this known during an interview on the Ionwanna Talk podcast, where he discussed the challenges of navigating life in Nigeria and the various ways young people try to deal with the pressure.
According to Omah Lay, many young Nigerians find it difficult to cope with the country’s harsh realities, prompting them to seek different ways of escaping the stress and pressure.
Naija News reports that the singer explained that while some people rely on alcohol and cigarettes to cope, he considers cannabis the cleanest substance available to him.
The Afrobeats star said, “Every young person in Nigeria find it hard to cope with the systems, so we find something to escape. The cleanest substance I can find, is not alcohol or cigarettes, it is cannabis.”
In a related development, Omah Lay has revealed that he is no longer putting pressure on himself to quit smoking after making several unsuccessful attempts to break the habit.
The singer disclosed this during a podcast conversation with DJ Dan, where he spoke about his experience with smoking and the difficulties he has encountered in trying to stop.
Omah Lay explained that despite making repeated efforts to quit, he had struggled to stay away from smoking.
He added that following those unsuccessful attempts, he had decided to accept smoking as part of his current lifestyle rather than continue putting pressure on himself to quit.
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