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Veteran actor, Adebayo Salami who is popular in the ‘Yoruba’ movie industry has revealed that he regrets marrying several wives.

He made the revelation among others in a recent interview where he told it all. Below are some excerpts from the interview:

What stirred your interest in the movie industry?

From a very young age, I had always been interested in anything that had to do with arts and culture. I grew up in Lagos Island and there were a lot of activities that went on there in those days.

Were there theatre practitioners you looked up to in those days?

Of course. There were people like Hubert Ogunde, Ojo Ladipo, aka Baba Mero, Oyin Adejobi, Ayinla Olumegbon, among others.

What were the steps you took before ing the theatre industry back then?

I used to watch a TV series, Village Doctor, produced by Hubert Ogunde, and that was what inspired me. I also used to watch Ayinla Olumegbon’s plays because where they used to have their rehearsals was not far from our house.

Also, at the back of my school, I used to hear drumming and I was very curious as to where it was coming from. One day, I decided to go and watch them, and I later ed them. Their name was the Young Stars Concert Party.

The criteria for ing them was that one had to pay a huge sum of money, which was one pound, one shilling. I had to source for the money, and when it was complete, I ed them.


Which was the first home video you appeared in?

I didn’t start doing home videos on time because we were producing on celluloid then. I that I shot my first cinema movie in 1985 and it was titled, Ogun Ajaiye, followed by Omo O’rukan in 1987. In 1989, I shot Eri Okan. However, I started shooting home videos in 1993, and my first movie was Asewo to re Mecca.

Asewo to re Mecca was a very successful movie, how were you able to put it all together?

The process starts from writing the story. I just wanted to teach a lesson on the covenant that people have with God. It was about two prostitutes who went to Mecca and they vowed that they wouldn’t return to their dirty pasts.

However, one of them reneged, while the other kept her promise; and they both got the appropriate rewards for their actions. It was the same experience we used to shoot cinema movies that I applied in making that film. I felt that the home videos that were made in those days could be improved upon, and eventually Asewo to re Mecca became a classic.

What were the things you considered before choosing the lead actresses for the movie?

For the lead roles, the physiques of Sola Sobowale and Toyin Adegbola were exactly what I was looking for. And they are also talented because we carried out auditions, and they ed. I didn’t really face any challenge while shooting the movie because there was money, and marketing was also good in those days.

What was the biggest thing you gained from the movie?

I made profits and it boosted my profile. It also changed the face of home videos that were being made then.

How many movies have you produced thus far?

I have produced 17 movies.

Have you ever undergone any training as an actor?

Yes, I did. When it comes to training, practical experience is the most important. All those times we used to go for rehearsals, we were training. At a time, I ed the British Council where I was also trained. I later attended a school that was d with the University of Lagos. Meanwhile, I also read books on stage production and attended lots of seminars and workshops.

Do you often involve your children in your movie productions?

I didn’t involve them when they were younger because they were still in school. But I had a group called Awada Kerikeri, and whenever my children were on holiday, they usually followed me to our rehearsals. However, now that some of them have ed the industry, we work together.

What was your initial reaction when your children expressed interest in ing the movie industry?

I didn’t feel bad. I only mandated them that they should all complete their education, and whatever they wanted to do after that was entirely up to them. I don’t force them to do anything.

What advice did you give them when they wanted to the industry?

I advised them based on my experience, and they have been following it. Even till date, whenever there is anything that they are confused about, they come to meet me and I guide them. I tutor them on how to behave, how to relate with their fans, among others. I cannot have this much experience and I wouldn’t it on to my children who are in the same field with me.

Has there ever been a time that you went out with Femi and more fans swarmed around him than you?

There is no father that wouldn’t be happy at such a thing because it is a thing of pride. But it’s never like that because just as fans come around him, that’s the same way they come around me.

How do you feel whenever you hear or read negative reports about your children?

Whenever I hear anything like that, the first thing I do is to find out whether it is true or not. Not everything that is written is actually true. If I find out that what they did is wrong, I have ways by which I correct them. And if they are being lied against, I would feel bad and fight against it because such things can damage their reputations.

Considering that you have a large family, how were you able to ensure that they grew up in unity and love?

It is simply the grace of God, and not by my own doing. I am happy that there is unity and love in my house; and all my children are progressing.

With the benefit of hindsight, is there anything you wish you had done differently?

One thing I may have termed a mistake, but which I consider to be destiny is raising a large family.

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An entrance befitting royalty, a hilarious one corner moment, and other lit highlights from #TheCasuals17 wedding!

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Yomi Casual feeding his bride in the most dramatic manner imaginable at their #TheCasuals wedding reception in Lekki, October 14 2017.

Needless to say, it was a ceremony of epic proportions - starting from an intimate, garden wedding to a respledent reception at Glitz Event Centre, Lekki, it was all things interesting and more.

Trendy, fun, filled with elegant guests, celebrities, love, family and laughter...

Here are 5 most interesting moments from the reception:

1. Comedian AY & family dance in

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After the bride's parents danced in alongside other family and friends, it was time for the groom's family to dance in.

Of course, it was the groom's popular brother, Comedian AY, full of half-baked, funny dance steps that led the charge.

Alongside other his other brother, Lanre, and family available, they did some showstopping moves to the serious Yoruba vibes being delivered by the live band.

2. 'One corner' demons

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Comperes, MC Abbey and Moses Praiz stunned the audience by informing the audience it that it was time to have demons come in and in flowed a large number of men dressed in starched agbadas, caps and dark shades in proper Yoruba demon style.

They aptly asked that the viral 'One Corner' song be played for their entrance, and that was what they danced in with.

By the time they were done humping everything in sight to the rhythm of the song, guests already had tears in their eyes from laughing too much.

3. The couple's entrance

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Ok, the reception didn't start until after over two hours. You know, the standard Eko Hotel behaviour we have in Naija.

But then, when the couple finally arrived, they really did it in style!

Driving into the hall in a Maserrati, the whole place stood up as Yomi and Grace showed up and showed out in one well-thought, grand entry.

4. A glutonous husband

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The bride was directed to feed the groom and everything went well. She even sealed everything with a kiss.

When it was Yomi's turn to feed the bride, he playfully scooped spoons of cake, pretended he'd feed the expectant bride, but redirected almost everything to his mouth.

This part had the crowd howling with laughter.

5. Isaac Geralds' first dance performance

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Project Fame Alumnus, Isaac Geralds delivered an emotional rendition of Shania Twain's 'When You Kiss Me' and Westlife's 'Flying Without Wings' for the couple's first dance.

The wedding ceremony ended with a massive after party.

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The actress, Wife and Mother of one is currently in her second home, US having lots of fun..

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Grandpa RMD Wins Best Actor at the Just Concluded Abuja International Film Festival
Nollywood cue actor and granpa Richard Mofe Damijo took to his page to celebrate after wining best actor at the Abuja International Film Festival.. he shared the dope photo above and captioned:

''So I won the best actor for my role in 3 wise men at the just concluded Abuja international film festival. It couldn't have come at a better time as we wrap the #glolafftafest2017 today. It's been a long comic ride since April. Laughter is good for the soul, and even the bible acknowledges that a heart that is cheerful is as "medicine for the soul..." which is why I love to laugh and be merry. Like laughter, awards are good for the soul especially when they are not post mortem.
People ask me why I still get excited over awards in acting since I have won tons of them. Well, yes, I still get tickled by acting awards, It's who I am, it's what I do and I absolutely love it.

It is my art and in it's own way defines me, so any recognition of excellence ìs a validation that on my lane, I do good work. I adore and totally respect those who do same in their respective fields because when it all comes down to it, really, it's how we impact our little corners that count. I am blessed and thankful that after 33 years of doing this work, I still hunger to be better everyday. My name is Richard Mofe-Damijo I am an actor, grateful for the liberty to express myself through my craft. Who are you?

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Ghanian actress juliet ibrahim looking elegant in ankara dress.

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Still looks cute, the Media Personality shared the photo on his page.

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Singer K Michelle shared photos of herself in a sexy, nude swimwear.

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Guests at Yomi Casual's wedding today went wild when the DJ played the popular 'One Corner" song.

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WhatsApp is really working hard and we’ve seen lots of improvement lately, just last week the WhatsApp business app was made available for and more features are on its way coming.

Right now, there is a new internal project from whatsapp and the next updates you should expect is WhatsApp Group voice calls.

Though the feature is not yet visible for naked eyes to see either in the beta realm or physical realm but according to a reliable source webetainfo, the feature is still in development.

We are still expecting the RECALL features to be made available to all s even though some aliens WhatsApp like GB WhatsApp already added the recall message feature to its own.

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Unknown gunmen abducted three local government leaders of Advanced People’s Democratic Alliance (APDA) in Kogi state on Friday, October 13.

The abducted party chieftains are Ademu Kadir from Idah Local Government Area, Alilu Omo and Ocholi from Igalamela-Odolu Local Government Area.

Confirming the kidnap, the Kogi State Chairman of APDA, Abdulmumini Ibrahim, said the officers were on their way to Idah after attending the inaugural meeting of the state working committee of the party in Lokoja on Friday.

He explained that the bus carrying the party leaders was ambushed by the gunmen along Idah road. engers were robbed while the trio were taken to an unknown destination by the kidnappers.

Abdulmumini said the Commissioner for Police in Kogi State command, Ali Janga has been ed.

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A Federal High Court sitting in Kainji, Niger State, has convicted and sentenced 45 Boko Haram to between three and 31 years in jail following the conclusion of the first phase of the trial during which 575 suspects were arraigned.

The Senior Special Assistant media to the Minister of Information and Culture, Segun Adeyemi, Alhaji Lai Mohammed in a statement on Friday said the court also discharged 468 suspects who had no case to answer.

Thirty-four cases were struck out while 28 suspects were remanded for trial in Abuja and Minna, the statement said. The Court ordered that the 468 discharged persons should undergo deradicalisation and rehabilitation programs before they are handed over to their respective state governments.

The trial commenced with the formal remand by the Court of 1,669 suspects for a period of 90 days, with the Court ordered that they should be arraigned within the specified period or released unconditionally. The Court adjourned the trial of the 28 remanded suspects to January 2018.

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