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Top Nigerian comedian, Bovi and his daughter, Elena, recently amused internet users after they joined the viral scholarship challenge.

Taking to his verified Instagram page, the funny man shared the video of how he pranked his seven-year-old daughter for the challenge.

Bovi told Elena that they were making a video so that she could win a six-months stay at Disneyland. The young girl was excited to join.

Nigerian comedian Bovi plays prank on daughter. Photos: @officialbovi

However, Elena’s smile changed into a frown after she heard her father say unsavory things about her.

Bovi claimed that his daughter used to wet her bed, and steal which led to her expulsion from school.

In another clip, Elena was captured on camera shedding tears as her father consoled her. Bovi explained to her that it was a joke and he would not let the world see her as a liar.

See the video below:

Nigerians react

Numerous internet users who are already used to Bovi’s antics with his daughter were very amused by the prank. Read some of their comments below:

Beverly_osu:

Tolubally:

Alex_unusual:

Emmaohmagod:

Wetroselingerie:

Nice one.

I never wanted a girl child - Bovi reveals as he rocks matching outfit with daughter

Even though popular comedian Bovi Ugboma is his daughter Elena's best friend, he recently revealed on social media that he never wanted a girl child.

He shared photos with his baby girl where they rocked matching outfits, blue shirts, black pants with white sneakers and shades on his Instagram page.

The comedian captioned the post with:

Source: Legit

Top Nigerian movie star, Mercy Johnson’s husband, Prince Odianosen Okojie made sure his wife’s 37th birthday was a special occasion by throwing her a surprise party.

The veteran actress clocked a new age on August 28 and she took to social media to thank God for life.

However, that was just the tip of the iceberg. Unaware that her husband had a surprise party planned for her, the movie star walked into a venue filled with friends and colleagues before she realized what was going on.

Mercy Johnson in tears as she walks into her surprise birthday party venue. Photos: @mofedamijo

Mercy was filled with so much emotions that she burst into tears and went around hugging those who graced the occasion.

Also present at the event was veteran actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo, who shared the video of the sweet moment on social media.

The moment Mercy showed gratitude to her husband was also captured on the clip. The actress who was still in tears, got on her knees in the presence of guests to appreciate her man.

See the video below:

Top Nigerian singer, Davido, recently left one of his fans in tears during his performance at a concert in London.

The DMW boss performed at the Yam Festival which took place on August 23 and the crowd was greatly moved by him.

The music star sang his hit song, Jowo, on stage, as many fans whipped out their phones to record him.

Davido makes female fan cry as he performs in London. Photos: @annieonoja

One fan in particular, Annie Onoja’s video stood out and soon made the rounds on social media.

Annie was heard crying uncontrollably as she sang along with Davido during his Jowo performance.

See the viral video below:

Internet users react

A number of internet users had interesting things to say about Annie’s video. Some of them found it amusing.

Read a few comments below:

Miberyln_:

Dee_khing:

Oluwaseunsakaba4:

Ganiyat_kashamadupe:

Lizzyofvalor_:

Decency_irene:

Interesting.

Burna Boy brags about selling out O2 Arena

One of Nigeria’s top music stars, Damini Ogulu aka Burna Boy, recently took to social media to brag about selling out the O2 Arena for his concert.

The Grammy-award winning singer held his concert on August 28 and videos from the occasion made the rounds online.

Taking to his verified Instagram page, Burna who has been known not to miss a bragging rights chance made it known to his fans that he sold out the 20,000 capacity venue.

Burna Boy added that he sold out the arena by himself at the prices that he wanted and the way he wanted it to be done.

Source: Legit

Seems like 2021 is the breakthrough year for a lot of comedians and influencers on social media as they have probably started earning in six digits.

Popular influencer, Abike aka Papaya has got people talking on social media after she bought herself a Banz SUV worth several millions of naira.

Nigerians congratulate Papaya on new car Photo credit: @papaya_ex

A short clip of the young lady inside the car was sighted on Instagram by Legit.ng, it also showed off the interior of the car.

See the post below:

Just months ago, the lady sparked reactions after she went all the way to prove her love for Wizkid by celebrating his birthday on his behalf.

Reactions

A lot of people disclosed that the young lady deserves the new ride as she works really hard to get her money.

Read some of the comments sighted on the post below:

nons_miraj:

thyme.xx:

roziveni_ng:

tall.jojo:

___ewatomilola___:

maxeewell:

badboi_vcee:

Sydney Talker buys brand new car

Popular Instagram comedian Sydney Talker took delivery of his new car, and he wasted no time in sharing the news on his page.

In a series of pictures and videos on his social media pages to announce his new-acquired whip, the humour merchant was seen striking different poses and expressing his excitement.

Soon after Sydney Talker disclosed that he just purchased a new car, his fans thronged his page to congratulate him and wish him more success in life.

Source: Legit

Residents of Ondo state have been given a two-week ultimatum to get vaccinated against COVID-19 amid the rising cases of infections across the country.

The Nation reports that the southwest state made the COVID-19 vaccination compulsory in view of the ongoing efforts of the government to contain the spread of the Delta variant of the virus.

Ondo state government has made COVID-19 vaccination compulsory for all residents. Photo credit

According to the state commissioner for information, Donald Ojogo the decision was taken at the State Executive Council meeting held in Akure on Monday, August 30, The Punch added.

Ojogo went on to note that after the expiry date residents will be required to show evidence of vaccination to gain access to churches, mosques, hospitals and other public places.

The commissioner was quoted as saying:

FG speaks on lockdown as COVID-19 spike continues in Nigeria

Earlier, the federal government said it was not considering alockdown despite the rising cases of COVID-19 infections across the country.

The minister of health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, said this on Thursday, August 12, at the weekly ministerial briefing held at the State House in Abuja.

Ehanire said the number of cases was not threatening enough for a lockdown to be considered.

COVID-19: Akwa Ibom state takes custody of 63,336 doses of Modena vaccine

Meanwhile, Akwa Ibom state government says it has takendelivery of 63,336 doses of the Modena vaccine.

The vaccines were received at the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo by the commissioner for health, coordinator, National Primary Healthcare Development Agency, chairman, Nigerian Medical Association, and other stakeholders in the state's health sector.

Also, the government has placed the state on red alert as it prepares to contain the third wave of the coronavirus pandemic.

Source: Legit