Nollywood veteran Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, widely recognized by his stage name Agbako or Charles Olumo, has passed away at the age of 101. His death was confirmed by fellow actor Jide Kosoko, who announced the sad news via an Instagram post on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry For Joshua’ After Knockout Loss To Dubois – … Read more
Nigerian cross-dresser, Bobrisky was recognized as the Best Dressed Female at a movie premiere in Lagos over the weekend. The award, presented by popular Nollywood actor, Femi Adebayo has continued to generate controversy The Nigerian Police Force has reportedly wade in to investigate the matter Eko Hot Blog reports that Nollywood actor, Femi Adebayo, has … Read more
In a momentous celebration, Ikeja Club’s new President investiture ceremony, on Friday, took an extra special turn as the esteemed Jide Kosoko, a leading father of Nollywood, was celebrated for his 70th birthday. The actor was honoured about a week after he clocked 70. Prince Kosoko was not only honoured with a celebration befitting his … Read more
Members of the Ikeja Club, a social club based in Lagos State, on Friday, gathered to witness the investiture of Aare Musediq Adebayo Adeleke as the new president of the club. This marks a pivotal moment in the organization’s history, heralding an era of fresh leadership, vision, and hope. The investiture provided an occasion to … Read more
The 70th birthday celebration of veteran Nigerian actor Prince Jide Kosoko was a colourful and glamorous spectacle as the celebrant’s friends, family, and well-wishers enthusiastically celebrated him for achieving the milestone. The two-part birthday celebration, which held on Sunday, January 14, 2023, started with a Thanksgiving Service in church where Prince Kosoko and his family … Read more
Oloja-elect of Lagos lauded his brother as a stellar ambassador of the family. Oloja encourages him to continue his impactful contribution without considering retirement. Oloja of Lagos hinted at a bigger prayer session for him from the family. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oloja-elect of Lagos, HRH Abiola Kosoko, extended heartfelt praises to Prince … Read more
Salami, Odule, Yinka Quadri, Elesho, and Saheed Balogun, amongst others, shower encomiums on Jide Kosoko on his 70th birthday. Salami urges Kosoko to continue with the commendable qualities he has exhibited. Saheed Balogun discloses the resounding slap from the celebrant that reset his acting prowess. Eko Hot Blog reports that veteran actor Adebayo Salami, … Read more
Sen Abiru has on behalf of his family felicitated Prince Jide Kosoko on his 70th birthday. He acknowledged Prince Kosoko’s contributions to the success of APC in Lagos. Yinka Quadri, and Oga Bello amongst other celebrities weren’t left out of the celebrations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman, of the Senate Committee on Banking, … Read more
First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu felicitates with Jide Kosoko and his family. Mrs Tinubu lauded the contributions of Jide Kosoko in the society. She hopes he continues to contribute to the advancement of the society. Eko Hot Blog reports that the First Lady of Nigeria, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, has felicitated with Prince Babajide Kosoko on his … Read more
Pastor Adeyemi encouraged the celebrant to refire rather than retire. First lady Oluremi Tinubu praises the impact of Jide Kosoko in Nigeria and beyond. Jide Kosoko revealed the challenges faced during the early days of his career. Eko Hot Blog reports that renowned Nollywood legend, Prince Jide Kosoko, marked his 70th birthday on January 14, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian filmmaker, Biodun Stephen, has decried the persistent harassment and extortion of Lagos State residents by hoodlums, better known as ‘area boys’. In a video she recently posted on social media, she called on Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and the Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers … Read more
Sanwo-Olu is gearing up for a reelection battle. His reelection was expected to be noncompetitive but his party’s loss in the February 25 presidential election in Lagos has complicated his path to victory. The governorship election is set to hold next Saturday, March 11, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that veteran actor, Jide Kosoko, has … Read more
Jide Kosoko maintains position on campaigning for Tinubu, says he is their (the Nollywood Yoruba extraction) man Kosoko said that the support was a payback to Tinubu for what he had done for the movie industry EDITOR’S PICK: BREAKING: NollyWood Actress Jenifa, Husband JJC Skillz Marriage Crashes JUST IN: Trouble As Gateman Impregnates Boss Daughter … Read more
Ogogo, Jide Kosoko Respond To Backlash, Gives Reasons For Endorsing Tinubu. Ogogo, defending his support for Tinubu, said that everyone has a choice to make. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Ohanaeze Reveals Why Nnamdi Kanu Was Denied Bail JUST IN: Drama As PDP Gives Ex-President Obasanjo 48hrs To Clarify Atiku’s ‘Regret’ Remarks BREAKING: Tinubu Jets Out … Read more
2023: Jide Kosoko, Yinka Quadri, Femi Adebayo, other Yoruba actors pledge support for Tinubu …. I,Alhaji Olayinka Quadri pledge my support for BAT not because I was paid to do so but because of Asiwaju support and influence to all and sundry over the years. EDITOR’S PICK: (PHOTOS): Angry Fulani Herdsman Slaughters Driver Over Cow … Read more
Dimeji Ajibola is about to hit the cinemas with another thrilling movie titled ‘Passport’. Passport is directed by veteran director Dimeji Ajibola. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the movie features Nollywood stars Jide Kosoko, Adedimeji Lateef, Mercy Johnson-Okojie, Jim Iyke, Zubby Micheal, Emem Ufot, NASBOI among others, and will center on two main characters as … Read more
Jide Kosoko says he does not regret campaigning for President Muhammadu Buhari in 2015 EKohotblog reports that Nollywood veteran actor, Jide Kosoko, has said he has no regret campaigning for President Muhammadu Buhari in 2015. Kosoko who said this in an interview with Premium Times stated that he is disappointed in some of the actions … Read more
Yoruba actors make a lot of money from the movies they produce. No doubt, Yoruba movies are among the most famous movies in the Nollywood industry. Yoruba movies are also popular among Nigerian movies as they dominate international movie platforms such as Netflix. According to Wikipedia, Nollywood is the second-largest movie industry by the number … Read more
The Nigerian movie industry Nollywood, has over the years been able to not only entertain but inform and educate people through the numerous home movies. Just like every other sector in the world, the entertainment industry has its own challenges and problems confronting it. Veteran Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko had earlier made a statement about him being married to four … Read more
Following the demise of Popular Yoruba actress, Folake Aremu, popularly called Orisabunmi, Nollywood actors have through diverse channels mourned her death. Ekohotblog gathered that news of the veteran actress who died at 60, threw the theatre industry into sadness. Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko and another actor, Yemi Shodimu, yesterday mourned Orisabunmi. They hailed her … Read more