Former Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Kola, has said that he never intended to be in a romantic relationship with his love interest on the show, Dede.

He made this known during the second episode of the BBNaija reunion, which aired on Tuesday night.

According to Kola, despite how strongly he pursued her in the house, his intention was never to date her.

“I never said I wanted to date Dede,” he said.

His friend, Bright Morgan, also revealed that he had advised Kola to stop chasing the relationship, telling him that a woman who is interested would not make things difficult.

“I told Kola to leave Dede, babe wey like you will not stress you,” Morgan said.

Dede, however, shared her own side of the story, saying their friendship became strained after Kola referred to her as “the other person” in an interview.

She said Kola still reached out to her after the show, but acted differently in public.

According to her, they once met at Tacha’s birthday party, where Kola followed her to the bathroom and they spoke. She also said Kola invited her to his house and they discussed a kiss that happened in Biggie’s house.

However, during questioning by host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Kola denied ever inviting Dede to his house.

“I never invited Dede to my house,” he said.

Singer and former member of the defunct P-Square music duo, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has said celebrities alone cannot solve Nigeria’s problems or bring about the changes many citizens desire.

He made the statement while reacting to the frequent calls for celebrities to speak out against bad governance, insecurity, and the rising economic hardship in the country.

Speaking during a recent interview with Wazobia FM Lagos, Mr P explained that meaningful change can only happen when all Nigerians work together, rather than expecting celebrities to carry the responsibility alone.

The singer also apologised for his previous comment in which he said he would no longer concern himself with Nigeria’s challenges.

According to him, while some public figures may have security protection, many ordinary citizens do not enjoy the same privilege, making the country’s problems a concern for everyone.

He said:

“I apologise for saying I won’t concern myself with Nigeria’s challenges anymore. I may have security agencies guiding me but not everyone can afford it. This is our country, it is only us who can bring positive changes.

“However, celebrities alone can’t save Nigeria. All those clamouring for celebrities to speak up against bad governance should redirect their energy. It is not a matter of celebrities. This government has failed us all. But together, we can bring the desired change.”

Mr P’s comments have added to the ongoing debate about the role of celebrities in political and social issues, especially during periods of economic hardship and insecurity.

Controversial relationship expert and social media personality, Blessing CEO, has reacted after being remanded in Kirikiri Correctional Centre.

The development comes after she was re-arraigned on Wednesday over allegations of defrauding members of the public of N13 million.

Earlier, DAILY POST reported that Blessing CEO was granted bail of N10 million on Tuesday in a separate case involving an alleged tenancy fraud of N69.1 million.

In a post shared on Instagram on Wednesday afternoon, Blessing CEO revealed that she had been remanded in prison after spending 26 days in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

She maintained that she pleaded not guilty to all the charges brought against her by the anti-graft agency.

According to her, this is the second time she has been remanded in Kirikiri prison.

She wrote:

“I’m in high spirit. Cancer drama, 13 million donated and the girl wey say I doctored her result. Pleaded not guilty to all of the charges after spending 26 days in EFCC custody. I have now been remanded in Kirikiri correctional center make I go rest, pending on when perfect my bail.

“2nd time going to prison, 1st time was 2022, alleged defamation and cyber bullying. So second time In Kirikiri correctional center na him be say I go gats to contest for president.”

The case is expected to continue in court while the defendant remains in custody pending the perfection of her bail conditions.