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Why I Dropped Out From University – Actress, Dakore Finally Speaks Out
Veteran Nollywood actress and model Dakore Egbuson-Akande has opened up on why she had to flee from the University.
Many people got shocked when the news that Dakore Akande did not have a University degree and was a school dropout.
In an interview with Chude, the actress spoke about how and why she dropped out of school. She also disclosed the experience her decision taught her.
She said….“You know I did try. I did. Let’s break it down, so first I went in 1996/97 to UNILAG to study Mass Com. But I did a diploma. So I did a diploma in mass com, majored in PR and Advertising. Then I left for a year cuz you have to work for a year to make sure it’s something that you really want to do and so I started working at Casers which is an advertising place. “
“After that, I started working at a PR job, Y2Group which is where Emem (Isong) started off. This was before I went back to school. And then because at that time I didn’t have much – nobody knew who I was – my parents had just split up, there were a lot of things going on. My dad wasn’t really there to help me with the admission process cuz everything was different. Just tough.”
Then I had to write JAMB again because I didn’t have the leg to work my direct entry because I should have entered from Year 2 with a diploma. I now had to write JAMB again. I wrote JAMB and I did very well and I got into Mass Com., the course I wanted. So I started again from Year 1. This is after doing diploma, working, starting again Year 1, Year 2, then Year 2 half, the strike started.
During that time I was on television doing Sports TV so even when I was in uni, I was already on TV. So my people were asking what kind of efiko is this girl? But I was so driven cuz I knew that I needed this education to go where I wanted to go. But when the education started getting staccato, it’s not for everybody and I got disillusioned.
I’m trying to finish this thing so I can move on to the next thing and then you guys keep dragging me back, there was a time we were at home for a year. Just at home. So I worked with my uncle who also trained TY Bello in photography. That is to tell you the kind of person I was, I hated being idle and Nigeria was trying to make me idle and I was not going to have it. So I said okay, pata pata if I perish, I perish. Year 3, I was out.
Also, I was being harassed. I was also being harassed by my HOD at the time. So that was also a very difficult situation at the time. So I said you know what? I’m going. I’m done. It’s a wrap.”
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Entertainment
‘I’ll wear what I want’ — BBNaija’s Uriel fires back at critics over her dressing
Former Big Brother Naija housemate and entrepreneur, Uriel Oputa, has responded to women who constantly criticize her fashion choices, insisting that she will continue to dress how she wants.
In a post shared on her Instagram story, Uriel said she does not care about negative opinions regarding her outfits and urged critics to focus on their own lives.
According to her, many of those criticizing her appearance would benefit more from adopting her health and wellness routine than commenting on her clothes.
She also revealed that her mother’s battle with high blood pressure and stroke motivated her to take her health seriously.
Uriel noted that because of her family history, she is proud to be healthy and free from such conditions.
She appealed to followers to stop offering unsolicited health and lifestyle advice, stressing that she understands the importance of maintaining her wellbeing.
The reality TV star ended her message by declaring, “I will continue to wear what I want, look how I want, and prioritize taking care of myself”.
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2Baba will soon join me for single men club – AY says amid singer’s marital crisis
Nigerian comedian, AY, has spoken about the possibility of singer, 2Baba divorcing his wife, Natasha Osawaru.
AY made this known at Daddy Showkey’s 50 years on stage concert in Lagos.
While disclosing that 2Baba was his neighbour before his relationship with Natasha, AY explained that Natasha relocated the singer to Edo State and Abuja.
Speaking on his observation about the couple’s ongoing marital crisis, the comedian hinted at 2Baba’s possibility of ending the marriage.
Playfully throwing jabs at the singer regarding his marital drama, AY said on stage, “Una know say 2Baba na my former neighbor before dem relocate am to Benin/Abuja.
“But the way things dey go so, e be like say he go join me back. I dey observe things. Una think say na only me go dey alone? All of us go collect. You understand wetin I talked abi? Una dey observe abi?”, He asked the crowd.
Recall that AY is known as 2Baba’s long time close associate who always defends the singer against public backslash.
The comedian announced separation from his wife, Mabel Makun in April 2024 after 20 years of marriage.
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“How Daddy Showkey was the first person to give me $100 for my life” – 2baba
Legendary singer 2baba has given flowers to another musical icon, Daddy Showkey.
While performing at a recent event, the singer paused to commend Daddy Showkey, revealing that he was the first person to give him $100 in his life.
Elsewhere, on the stage, 2baba had turned over a new leaf, noting how he was always going out to look for trouble. The famous singer noted how he had gotten more than he bargained for and now wouldn’t be looking for trouble again.
Last year, the legendary singer celebrated 25 years in the industry. In a letter to the public, he paid tribute to his new wife, Natasha; his former band members, Blackface and Faze; his manager, Efe Omorogbe; his colleagues; family; and friends.
Also, last year, he announced the unveiling of his new management team, carefully assembled to reinvent and amplify every facet of his brand. He expressed his excitement, noting that change is a necessary part of growth, and he believes his new team understands his vision, legacy, and where we’re headed next.
Recall that in 2024, 2baba had parted ways with his manager of 20 years, Efe Omorogbe. Speaking out, Efe thanked 2baba for his trust and friendship. He expressed his pride in the brand they built, the music they made, and the fans they entertained. He described 2baba as one of the greatest Nigerian musicians of all time, and it was an honour to have had the opportunity to walk with him.
On his 50th birthday, in September, the legendary singer released an official statement, noting how many who started this path with him are no longer here. He appreciated his family members, management, colleagues, and others who had supported him in one way or another.
While performing at his concert in December, the legendary singer had tendered an apology to the public. He appealed to Nigerians to forgive him and his family, and not to be angry.
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