The film *dire, featuring Kehinde Bankole, has garnered four nominations at the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards. FilmOne Entertainment announced this achievement via their Instagram, highlighting the film’s exceptional cinematography and performances.

The nominations include:
– Best Cinematography
– Best Actress
– Best Costume
– Best Production Design

Released on Netflix on January 13, 2024, Adire earned ₦8 million in its opening weekend. The BON Awards, established in 2009, recognize outstanding achievements within the Nollywood industry and feature over 30 categories.

The film follows a young female fashion entrepreneur, played by Kehinde Bankole, who grapples with the consequences of her dark past as a sex worker. It was created and written by Jack’enneth Opukeme, who also acts in the film, and directed by Adeoluwa Owu, also known as Captain Degzy. The cast includes notable names such as Femi Branch, Kelechi Udegbe, and Yvonne Jegede.

In addition to Adire, Jagun Jagun leads the nominations with a total of 12.

Actress Regina Daniels is enjoying the spotlight as her stepson, Amir, publicly celebrates her on her birthday. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Amir expressed his gratitude, writing, “Happy birthday to an incredible woman who I’m lucky enough to call my stepmom. You have a good heart, and I’m so glad my dad found someone as amazing as you.”

He continued, “To all of us, you’re both a mother and a friend. You’re the glue that holds this family together. When you came into our lives, you welcomed us with open arms, and for that, we are grateful that you see us as your children. Have a great day, happy birthday aunty Regina!”

The bond between Regina and Amir is evident, and her recent celebrations of his milestones have drawn attention. However, some netizens have questioned how she can claim to have watched him grow, given that she is only 24 years old. Regina married young, at just 18, and has since had two sons. Recently, she also expressed her desire to have twins.

As the family dynamic unfolds, Regina continues to embrace her role as a stepmom and nurture her close relationship with Amir.

Angela Okorie is once again at the center of controversy, this time addressing her enemies without naming names. The former actress-turned-musician took to Instagram to express her frustrations about the often-backfiring nature of helping others, proclaiming, “May every unfriendly friend be scattered.”

Known for her outspoken nature, Okorie’s latest remarks come amid a history of public feuds, notably with actor Zubi Michael, whom she criticized for his lack of sensitivity following the death of Junior Pope. Okorie faced backlash after attending the funeral in an outfit that many deemed inappropriate.

Her disputes have not stopped there; she has also made headlines for mocking Regina Daniels for her marriage to an older man and for accusing Mercy Johnson of using black magic to sabotage others’ careers. Recently, actress Queeneth Hilberth claimed that Okorie was aware of Johnson’s alleged actions and did nothing to intervene.

Adding to the drama, actress Doris Ogala recently called out Okorie for alleged misconduct, including claims of an affair with a pastor and accusations that she rents cars to maintain appearances on social media. Ogala also hinted at Okorie’s involvement in questionable practices.

As the drama unfolds, it remains unclear who Okorie’s latest curses are directed at, but her history suggests that the entertainment industry remains rife with conflict and rivalry.