Jide Kosoko
26 Mar
Nollywood actor and cultural icon, Prince Jide Kosoko, has set the record straight regarding his marital life, asserting that he does not support polygamy. In a recent interview with the Honest Bunch Podcast, Kosoko addressed widespread misconceptions about his family structure, emphasising that his multiple marriages were circumstantial rather than deliberate. “I’m not supporting polygamy,”…
24 Mar
Veteran Nollywood actor, Prince Jide Kosoko, has stated that not all cases of sex-for-roles in the film industry are instigated by filmmakers. According to him, some women intentionally enter the industry with the mindset of using sexual relationships as a means to achieve fame. Kosoko, who has spent over five decades in the entertainment industry,…
18 Nov
Femi Adebayo’s upcoming Netflix series, Seven Doors, is already turning heads. Beyond its storyline and cultural backdrop, the series boasts a stellar cast of top Nollywood actors. As the December 13, 2024 premiere date approaches, here are five stars to look out for in this highly anticipated project. READ ALSO:: ‘Jagun Jagun’, ‘Pregnant’ top IIF…
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