Entertainment
Theater Arts group suspends Yomi Fabiyi over Oko Iyabo movie
The Theater Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners’ Association says it has suspended Yomi Fabiyi over his latest movie, ‘Oko Iyabo’.
The association made this known on Friday in a statement titled, ‘TAMPAN suspends Yomi Fabiyi indefinitely for gross professional misconducts & unethical practices.’
The statement read in part, “Having listened to the detailed defense of Mr. Yomi Fabiyi, who is the Producer/Director of the controversial film ‘Oko Iyabo’ and his Co-Director, Mr. Dele Matti, the Ethic, Conflict and Resolution Committee hereby found them guilty of professional misconduct and unethical practices.
“Although Mr. Yomi Fabiyi insisted that it is his fundamental human right to use his creative talent to produce films that will tell his own account of the trending issue but his Co-Director admitted his fault and regretted his involvement in the film.”
TAMPAN pointed out that except “the work of art is a ‘Cinema Verite’, no one is allowed to use real name(s) of other person(s) in a feature film. Therefore, it is professional misconduct to use real name(s), stories and factual events of person(s) without their consent not to talk of a plot that is denigrating to that person.
“That the story, plot, theme, title, dialogue, names and general content of the film ‘Oko Iyabo’ is a factual presentation that may give rise to prejudice since the matter is already In court.
“His misconducts and unethical practices have impacted negatively on the image and reputation of our association. His Co-Director Mr. Dele Matti having shown remorse and admitted his guilt is hereby suspended for 3months.”
The statement further stated that everyone “who acted in the film has been summoned to appear before the Ethic, Conflict & Resolution Committee on the 24. July 2021.”
Fabiyi’s movie depicted a real-life case involving a fellow actor, Olanrewaju Omiyinka, fondly known as Baba Ijesha, who was accused of sexually assaulting a minor.
The minor in the case is the foster daughter of comedienne, Princess, and actresses like Iyabo Ojo and Nkechi Blessing had spoken in support of the minor.
However, Yomi Fabiyi who took sides with Baba Ijesha during the case and released the movie a few days after Baba Ijesha was released on bail, has since denied being a member of the Association.
Entertainment
KWAM 1 gifts N20m to longest-serving band member at New Year concert
KWAM 1 gifts N20m to longest-serving band member at New Year concert
Fuji music icon, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, has gifted a generous sum of ₦20 million to his longest-serving band member, Fatai Oluperi Ayinla.
The presentation took place during the ‘New Year Dance’ concert held on January 1, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton Ikeja, Lagos.
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Taking to the stage, KWAM 1 expressed profound gratitude to Ayinla, commending his unwavering dedication and invaluable contributions to the band’s decades of success.
KWAM 1 gifts N20m to longest-serving band member at New Year concert
Entertainment
Mohbad’s brother demands apology from actors for hacking into his account
Mohbad’s brother demands apology from actors for hacking into his account
Younger brother of the late Hip Hop singer ( Ileri-Oluwa Aloba), Adura Aloba, has demanded public apology from actors, Yomi Fabiyi, Damola Ayinde and others, for allegedly having unauthorised access to his social media Tiktok account and using same to disrepute him or face legal action.
Adura said: “The hacking of my personal Tiktok account had led to fraudulent posts, interactions, and messages being attributed to me without my knowledge or consent.
“Yomi Fabiyi posted a petition claiming to have communicated directly with me and there was evidence of this.
“However, the alleged messages were orchestrated by Damola Ayinde, who used my compromised account. Despite the evidence circulating that these malicious actions were the work of Damola Ayinde, Fabiyi has consistently continued to publicly malign me.
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“He even visited the Lagos State Police Command in Ikeja, but has also refused to withdraw his statements or tender an apology. Instead, he has persisted in tarnishing my name, which I find to be malicious.
“My primary goal is to prove my innocence and expose the malicious actions of those who have tried to tarnish my reputation.
“I also demand that Mr. Yomi Fabiyi ceases his defamatory actions, retract his statements, and issue a public apology for the harm he has caused me.
“I stand firm in my pursuit of justice and fairness, and I appreciate the public’s support as I fight to clear my name.”
Mohbad’s brother demands apology from actors for hacking into his account
Entertainment
MultiChoice announces free access to all DSTV channels for 3 days
MultiChoice announces free access to all DSTV channels for 3 days
All DStv subscribers, regardless of their current package or subscription status, will enjoy free access to every DStv channel for three days, from December 27 to December 29, MultiChoice Nigeria announced on Thursday.
In a statement released by the company, the seasonal promotion was described as a festive gift to subscribers.
“No Subscription, No Problem! Switch on your DStv decoder for a gift like no other this festive season, 72 hours of all content, all channels, all on us!” the statement read.
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The company noted that this offer is available to all customers, whether their decoders are currently active or not, providing them with a chance to explore premium content across various genres.
“For 72 hours, the only thing standing between you and the best in sports, kids’ programming, movies, and local dramas is your decoder. No payments or calls required,” MultiChoice stated.
Subscribers can enjoy a wide array of entertainment, including sports, movies, and local dramas, during the promotional period.
This initiative is part of MultiChoice’s efforts to make the holiday season memorable for its customers
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