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Mo Abudu Blocked Me On Instagram, Ovuorie Says

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The former Premium Times journalist, Tobore Ovuorie who accused Mo Abudu and her company, Ebony Life of exploiting her life story in the human trafficking movie, Òlòturé has finally responded to the allegations of blackmail and intimidation raised against her by Ms. Abudu.

Ovuorie had alleged in a social media recording that the movie, Òlòturé was her life story and that her demand for recognition and compensation had been damned by Ms. Abudu.

She further accused Abudu and Ebony Life of copyright violation.

Mo Abudu in her response gave her perspective wherein she said she obtained permission from Premium Times for her adaptation of Ms. Ovuorie’s work. Her perspective also included the fact that Ovuorie was carried along.

Following the favourable reception to Ms. Abudu’s reaction, Ovuorie has now responded in a facebook post where she further disclosed that Mo Abudu blocked her on Instagram.

Ovuorie said:

RE: EBONYLIFE’S CLAIMS OVER THE OLOTURE FILM

  1. My attention has been drawn to the recent video recording by Ms. Mo Abudu. Initially, I was unable to view the recording as Ms. Mo Abudu (Aunty Mo) had blocked me on Instagram since last year. I was however able to view the recording from other platforms that reposted the video.
  2. Whilst I no longer intend to join issues on social media in respect of this matter, I wish to set the records straight for the sake of posterity.
  3. Firstly, EbonyLife claimed that the right to use my life story was legally obtained from my erstwhile employer – Premium Times. Unfortunately for them and as I had earlier informed them through my lawyers, the human trafficking investigation in my story had commenced prior to my employment with Premium Times. It is disheartening that Aunty Mo could in fact mention that she got the right to my life-story (that has impacted on my life since then in many ways) from my ex-employer.
  4. Secondly, I am in shock that Aunty Mo would claim that I was contacted prior to the Movie in one breath and in another breath that the story is not about me but about several other faceless journalists who had done what I did but did not publish their experiences.
  5. If Ebonylife had given me full disclosure from the beginning, we would not be where we are, at this point. Yes, Oloture is an important film to be made but must be done the right way. A Movie about women victimization cannot end up creating further victimization.
  6. Oloture is an ADAPTATION of my work and life-story. I experienced the investigation, the process, and the risks, upon which the movie is based. I also single-handedly authored the publication the Movie relied on. The publication of my experience is what gave birth to Oloture. A Movie about sex trafficking does not need to be centered around a journalist and it does not need to play out the plots of my published story.
  7. The question is, why is the open credits for the story of Oloture bearing Mo Abudu, Temidayo Abudu, and three others? How ethical is that for an adapted story? Even the alleged end credit, how appropriate is it? This is not the standard practice in the industry and Ebonylife should know better.
  8. Aunty Mo’s claims that Kenneth Gyang has had to deal with daily and weekly harassments from me is completely false. On October 4th, 2020 Kenneth Gyang confessed in the published Premium Times story that he became aware of the Oloture story, two weeks before the release of the film. A film director- whom I had worked with on a 30 minutes documentary on this same story in 2016, told Kenneth the actual source of the story and had warned him of the consequences.
  9. Kenneth Gyang contacted me to grant an audio interview to DW, but my lawyers had advised me against further media engagement on the subject. I also considered Kenneth’s disposition when he asked for this, and rather than mincing my words in an interview that came through Kenneth Gyang, I decided not to grant it. It would be morally wrong for me to grant such interview when he is the person that released my contacts to the reporter who reached me then.
  10. Aunty Mo’s claim that I am doing this because of money and because Oloture traveled far is another deliberate attempt at mischief. The question is whether the decision to tag this movie a fiction was a deliberate attempt at maximizing profit? The allusion to the fact that my claim for compensation was outrageous when I am claiming infringement of intellectual property right, shows that a lot needs to be done in terms of re-orientation for the entertainment landscape in Nigeria.
  11. My obvious interest had always been to be given appropriate credit for my work, far above the compensatory claim. My lawyers’ letter to EbonyLife had categorically demanded for:

• “Compensation for copyright infringement in the sum of $5,000,000.00 (Five Million US Dollars).

• The immediate inclusion of a proper open credit and end credit in the Movie, acknowledging the adaptation of her work in line with industry standard and practice; and

• Restriction on any further exploitation of our Client’s published life story by your good self, your company and its related companies or affiliates, in any form, including our Client’s post -investigation struggles and experiences, such as her nervous breakdown episodes, which she personally shared with you on set, on or about 6 June 2019 during the recording of the special edition of your program titled: ‘Moments With Mo’ at the Ilupeju recording studio of your company.

Ovuorie making her demands said:

The open and end credits of the Movie should be re-edited to read as follows:

Open Credit:
“THIS FILM IS LARGELY BASED ON EVENTS WHICH HAPPENED TO A NIGERIAN INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALIST IN A 2014 PUBLISHED INVESTIGATIVE STORY”.

                     End Credit:

“THIS FILM IS AN ADAPTATION OF:
WEST AFRICA| UNDERCOVER INSIDE THE HUMAN TRAFFICKING MAFIA, AN INVESTIGATIVE STORY BY TOBORE OVUORIE PUBLISHED BY ZAM MAGAZINE, NETHERLANDS, ON 22 JANUARY 2014 AND SUBSEQUENTLY BY PREMIUM TIMES, NIGERIA”.

  1. On July 3rd, 2020, my father; Senior Apostle Jack Mit Ovuorie went to be with the Lord and I was informed on July 4th, 2020. My dad and God were all I had. I sent messages out to all the contacts on my phone subsequently, to inform them to please remember my family and I in prayers; including Aunty Mo, at that time (before the release of Oloture). I have NEVER asked Aunty Mo for money. Rather, she sent me a message to send my account details for her to send me a token towards my dad’s burial. I did. And she subsequently sent me N100,000.00 (one hundred thousand naira). My former editor at the Guardian newspaper, Mr. Fred Ohwahwa also sent me some money on hearing my dad had passed on. Several former bosses, and colleagues and people I have NEVER even met came through for me. I was and I am still very grateful to all of them. Having watched the video, I now begin to wonder: The N100,000 sent by Aunty Mo, was it more than a gift? Was it intended to buy my silence when the film would be released?
  2. So many women around the world are trafficked as claimed by Aunty Mo, but who else, and I also mean undercover journalists, have same experiences as published before the production of Oloture and as depicted in the movie? Making of a film on exploitation should not itself be exploitative.
  3. I almost died (and I saw death) when I took a 7-month long journey to investigate human trafficking. Now, I am going through the ordeal a second time watching my life story on TV, without full credit or compensation and the subsequent campaign of calumny.

Signed
Tobore Ovuorie
13/01/2021

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Conjoined Twin Abby Hensel Marries Fiancé Josh Bowling (Video)

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Abby Hensel, one-half of the conjoined twins famously known from TLC’s “Abby & Brittany,” has tied the knot with her fiancé, Josh Bowling, in a private wedding ceremony.

The 34-year-old Abby, who along with her twin sister Brittany, is conjoined at the torso and shares some organs, exchanged vows with Josh in a discreet wedding ceremony. Abby and Brittany are well-known fifth-grade teachers in their hometown of Minnesota.

The decision not to separate the twins at birth was made by their parents, Patty and Mike Hensel, due to the high-risk nature of the surgery.

While details about the wedding ceremony remain undisclosed, a circulating picture on social media captures Josh standing beside Brittany and Abby, both donning bridal gowns while he wears a suit.

Furthermore, a viral video captures Abby Hensel dancing as a couple, adding to the surprise of fans who are taken aback by the news, given the twins’ preference for privacy in recent years.

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GWG.ng reports that the news of the conjoined twin’s wedding is bound to raise more than a little interest from the public as it brings up issues on how a pair could get married to a man
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Why I’m Better Than Drake, Kendrick Lamar – Kanye West

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Rapper Kanye West has wadded into the beef between his colleagues Kendrick Lamar and Drake.

GWG.ng recalls that the debate on who is the current best rapper took another dimension after Kendrick Lamar dissed his hip-hop rivals, Drake and J.Cole on Future and Metro Boomin’s new song, ‘Like That,’ claiming he is a bigger rapper than them.

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Some rappers including Rick Ross, Nav already endorsed Kendrick Lamar’s claims by publicly vibing to the song.

Reacting, Kanye West said he is a better rapper than both Drake and Kendrick Lamar.

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On his Instagram page, he wrote: “Everyone knows I washed Kendrick [Lamar] on No More Parties in LA. Everyone knows I washed Drake at the Free Hoover Concert.

“I am the only person to come back to number one after cancellation. There is only one goat, I stand by me. My friends call me Ye.”

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Popular Nigerian OAP Speaks After Falling Victim Of Paternity Fraud

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Kanedrick Kingsley Agwu, popularly known as Fada Kane, a renowned broadcaster at FAD93.1 FM Calabar, has sparked a debate on paternity fraud in Nigeria. His comments come after a personal revelation where he discovered that two children he had believed to be his own for over 20 years were not biologically related to him.

In a thought-provoking Facebook post, Fada Kane expressed his belief that less than 50% of families in Nigeria may be unknowingly fathering children who are not biologically theirs. He called for greater awareness and urged individuals to prioritize love and kindness amidst such revelations.

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The broadcaster’s candid remarks shed light on the prevalence of paternity fraud in Nigerian society, prompting a reflection on the importance of DNA testing in establishing parentage accurately.


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“Odumeje Reducing Christianity To Comedy,” Evangelist Esiri Warns (Video)

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Evangelist Kesiena Esiri, a prominent figure in The Remnant Christian Network (RCN), has voiced concern over the mockery Christianity faces due to the antics of Pastor Chukwuemeka Odumeje, also known as the Abido Shaker, Indaboski Bahose, and Liquid Metal.

Esiri’s remarks stem from the widespread circulation of TikTok videos featuring Pastor Odumeje’s self-praise and unconventional preaching style, which many perceive as more comedic than doctrinally sound.

During a recent church event, Evangelist Kesiena expressed dismay over the portrayal of Christianity by Pastor Odumeje, whom he referred to as a “Clown.” He highlighted the large following attracted by the preacher and the virality of his videos.

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Additionally, Evangelist Esiri criticized other pastors for their false teachings, citing instances where one labeled Jacob as a ‘Yahoo boy’ and another claimed that Satan was God’s favorite son.

GWG.ng reports that the remarks of Evangelist Esiri may be popular among some elements of the church in Nigeria many of who draw references from the bible passages that elucidate on how the love of Christ would fall in the last days. Additionally, the assertions of Evangelist Esiri would also resonate with those who draw reference to injunctions in 1 Timothy 4:1 of the multiplicity of false teachers in the last days.
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Why I Became A Transgender – Bobrisky

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Transvestite Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky, has shed more light on his journey to becoming a transgender.

The controversial Internet personality disclosed that he started crossdressing as a marketing strategy while he was selling unisex clothes during his undergraduate days at the University of Lagos.

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Speaking in a candid interview with maverick singer, Charly Boy, Bobrisky said he didn’t envisage that crossdressing would lead him into becoming a transgender.

He said, “About nine years ago, I was at the University of Lagos studying Accounting. I also had a side hustle, I was selling unisex clothes. Most times I try the female wears on myself and I love the outfits.

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“From there, I moved to female hairstyles to makeup and more women were patronising my business. So I decided to keep crossdressing since it was lucrative.

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“I wasn’t thinking I was going to do it for a very long time. Initially, it was just a marketing strategy but people were complimenting me that I look better as a woman than a man. That’s how I ended up being Bobrisky.”

He said he faced resistance from his parents initially but they eventually allowed him to be himself.

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In a leaked voice note conversation with controversial singer Portable, Nollywood actress Eniola Ajao offered a heartfelt apology for the uproar surrounding the ‘Best Dressed Female‘ award given to Bobrisky at the premiere of her movie.

Acknowledging the intentional nature of the act, Ajao admitted that the decision to award Bobrisky was made in a bid to generate buzz and promotion for her movie project.

Expressing remorse and nearly in tears, Ajao revealed the desperation behind her actions, citing an investment of over N200 million in her new film. She emphasized that the lack of support from other quarters led her to take such a controversial step.

“I am so sorry; the deed has been done. It was not a mistake because I am not a child. It was an intentional act; I have spent over N200M on the film. I know everybody is upset, it was because I just wanted people to talk about the movie because I was not getting help anywhere. The help I didn’t get was why I did it. I didn’t know it would escalate to this point,” she expressed.

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Reports have surfaced suggesting that renowned gospel artiste, Dunsin Oyekan, is preparing to tie the knot once again, years after the tragic loss of his wife.

According to online sources, the esteemed singer discreetly proposed to his new partner last year, and the couple is said to be gearing up for a wedding later in 2024.

The news gained traction after broadcast journalist Lara Wise confirmed the engagement, dispelling any rumors of romantic involvement between Oyekan and fellow gospel artist Victoria Orenze.

Speculations arose following a social media post by Rant HQ featuring a photo of Dunsin Oyekan and Victoria Orenze accompanied by the caption “What if…”.

Clarifying the situation, Lara Wise stated, “As far as I know, Dunsin is engaged; she is a very quiet lady who is not in the limelight. That was last year. He’s taken her to meet some of his spiritual fathers and mothers in the lord.”

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The cleric, headquartered in the United Kingdon, is charging £999 for the course, an equivalent of N1.7 million.

The announcement was made in a post via his Facebook account,

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The cleric urged people to register with £999, adding that slots for his class are filling up fast.

He wrote with a flier attached, “Register now and learn how to perform signs, miracles and wonders, online, directly from prophet Uebert Angel. Places are filling fast.”

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The online course is scheduled to hold from April 1, 2024, to April 3, 2024.

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Daniel Blessed wrote, “People will now start paying and being taught how to perform miracles, signs and wonders, we are seeing a lot in this end time”.

Vincent Dmaster wrote, “Is this not an example of Simon the sorcerer in the bible”?

Sharon Mapfumo wrote, “Ah is this occultism or what? God have mercy”.

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Max Bramwell, the founder of FounderPass, has revealed a list of countries with the highest and lowest average salaries in the world.

Bramwell named Nigeria, Egypt, Libya and Tunisia, among others as countries with the lowest average salaries globally.

Exploring the factors driving the disparities, Bramwell said: “How does your salary compare to the national average? How much could you be making if you moved to another country?

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“From nations with some of the highest average salaries like Switzerland and Luxembourg to those with the lowest such as Tunisia and Bangladesh, examining income levels sheds light on how much a move could make you – or cost you.”

In an article, Bramwell also named the countries with the highest average salaries after-tax to include Switzerland, Luxembourg, Singapore, the United States, and Hong Kong.

Others include Qatar, Denmark, Australia, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, and Switzerland.

According to Bramwell: ‘Renowned for its high standard of living and strong economy, Switzerland tops the list with some of the highest average salaries globally.’ The country’s robust financial sector, advanced technology industry, and skilled workforce contribute to its prosperity and high-income levels for its citizens.

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Luxembourg
As one of the wealthiest countries in the world, Luxembourg boasts high average salaries driven by its thriving financial services sector, strategic location in Europe, and favourable tax policies. The country’s stable economy and high living standards make it an attractive destination for professionals seeking lucrative job opportunities.

Singapore
With its strategic location, efficient infrastructure, and business-friendly environment, Singapore ranks among the countries with the highest average salaries. Max explains, ‘The city-state’s diverse economy, strong emphasis on education and innovation, and well-developed financial services sector contribute to its economic success and high-income levels for its residents.’

United States
Despite wide income disparities and regional variations, the United States remains a global economic powerhouse with high average salaries in sectors such as technology, finance, and healthcare. The country’s entrepreneurial spirit, innovation culture, and diverse job market contribute to its economic prosperity and high standard of living.

Hong Kong
Max says, ‘Known for its bustling financial centre and vibrant economy, Hong Kong ranks among the top countries with high average salaries.’ The city’s strategic location, low taxes, and free-market policies attract multinational corporations and skilled professionals, driving its economic growth and high-income levels.

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He also named countries with the lowest salaries after tax to include: Tunisia, Libya, Algeria, Bangladesh, Iran, Nepal

Others include: Sri Lanka, Venezuela, Pakistan, Egypt, Nigeria, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, known for its rich history and cultural heritage, is also marked by economic complexities. While the nation has made strides in economic development, issues such as poverty and unemployment persist, impacting the wages of many Sri Lankans. Despite efforts to foster growth, income disparities remain a challenge, particularly in rural areas where opportunities are limited.

Venezuela
Max explains, ‘In Venezuela, once considered one of Latin America’s wealthiest nations, political instability and hyperinflation have taken a heavy toll on the economy.’ The result has been a severe economic downturn, leading to diminished purchasing power for the workforce. As a consequence, the average salary in Venezuela has plummeted, exacerbating challenges for citizens trying to make ends meet.

Pakistan
Pakistan, with its vast potential and diverse population, faces a multitude of economic hurdles. Widespread poverty, limited job opportunities, and income inequality contribute to lower average salaries across the country. Despite efforts to spur economic growth, addressing these challenges remains a daunting task for policymakers and citizens alike.

Egypt
In Egypt, ongoing economic reforms aim to address long-standing issues of income inequality and poverty. However, despite progress in certain areas, disparities persist, particularly in rural regions. Income levels remain low for many Egyptians, highlighting the need for continued efforts to improve economic conditions and enhance livelihoods.

Nigeria
As Africa’s most populous nation and largest economy, Nigeria holds immense potential. However, economic challenges such as corruption, infrastructure deficits, and high unemployment rates hinder progress. Max explains, ‘These factors contribute to lower average salaries and living standards for many Nigerians, underscoring the need for comprehensive economic reforms and investment in human capital.’

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