Entertainment
Charly Boy Opens Up About His Criminal Past in America
Nigerian activist, entertainer, and social commentator, Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has admitted that he was involved in criminal activities during his younger years while living in the United States.
He made the revelation during an interview on Prime Time on Arise Television on Friday.
Speaking during the interview, Charly Boy said he made many poor decisions as a young man and took part in activities he now deeply regrets.
According to him, he was involved in theft and several reckless actions that could have completely changed the course of his life.
“I’ve made mistakes in my life. I’ve been a thief. I’ve done very risky things. I’ve done very stupid things, very foolish things. In fact, I have no business being here with you tonight, but I guess there’s a purpose for my life,” he said.
The veteran entertainer also disclosed that while living in the United States at about the age of 25, he was involved in white-collar crimes.
“I was doing white-collar crime when I was in America. I was about 25 years old. I was doing a lot of stupid stuff. That’s why I say I’ve been there,” he added.
Charly Boy explained that he chose not to hide that chapter of his life. Instead, he included those experiences in his memoir to give readers an honest account of his journey from a life of rebellion and bad decisions to one of personal growth, transformation, and self-discovery.
Entertainment
“Gospel Music Industry Is Darker Than People Think” – Eezee Tee
Nigerian gospel music producer Eezee Tee has described the gospel music industry as one plagued by hypocrisy, dishonesty, and pretence.
In a post shared on his Instagram page, the music executive claimed that religion is often used to cover up what truly happens behind the scenes, adding that the industry has become more focused on performance and emotions than genuine spirituality.
According to him, many gospel artistes who criticize the secular music industry are already aware of the same problems within the gospel space.
Eezee Tee said his experience working in both the gospel and secular music industries has exposed him to realities many people do not know about. He also alleged that those who challenge wrongdoing often become targets and face rejection.
He wrote:
“The Gospel Music Industry is darker than what you think. It is clothed in hypocrisy, lies, denials, pretence, and deep religion, so folks rarely see through it. It is more performance-based than spirit-led. Driven more by emotions than spirituality.
“Most of the gospel folks who criticize the secular industry know this for a fact. I have been here for a while and have been privileged to engage with both industries, and trust me, you have no idea the evil that goes on in the Gospel Industry. Once you stand against evil, you’re hated and become a target. May Jesus help us.”
Entertainment
Hilda Baci Condemns Online Bullying of Her 15-Year-Old Brother
Celebrity chef Hilda Baci has spoken out against online trolls who mocked and bullied her 15-year-old brother, David, after a video of them together went viral on social media.
According to Hilda, the clip was originally shared on her Snapchat as a fun and harmless moment between siblings. However, it was reposted on other platforms, where some users turned it into an opportunity to ridicule the teenager.
She alleged that some people went as far as editing her brother’s photos to make him appear bigger, simply to generate jokes and attract attention online.
Expressing her disappointment, Hilda said it was disturbing that adults were targeting a child who had done nothing wrong except appear in a playful video with his sister.
In a post on her X account, she wrote:
“I never imagined that a lighthearted video with my 15-year-old brother would be taken from my Snapchat, reposted across different platforms, and turned into an excuse to bully a child. Some of you have left cruel comments. Others have gone as far as editing his photos to make him look bigger just to get a few laughs.”
She continued by condemning those responsible for the attacks, saying the behaviour reflected more on the trolls than on her brother.
“Adults are editing the image of a 15-year-old boy and publicly mocking him. My brother did nothing except exist in a funny video with his sister. If your idea of entertainment is tearing down a child, then that’s a reflection of your character, not his. He’s a child, stop the cruelty.”
Hilda also described her brother as a kind and loved young boy with a bright future ahead of him. She stressed that hateful comments and edited images would not define who he is.
She urged social media users to remember that there is a real teenager behind the screen who can read the hurtful comments directed at him.
“He’s kind. He’s loved. He’s growing, learning, and becoming the amazing young man I know he will be. No hateful comment or edited photo will ever change that. I hope, before you type another insult or share another edited image, you remember that there is a real teenager on the other side of your screen reading what you write. Do better.”
Entertainment
‘I’m Not the First Man to Cheat’ – MC Fish Speaks on Failed Marriage to Anita Joseph
MC Fish, the estranged husband of Nollywood actress Anita Joseph, has addressed allegations of infidelity that surrounded the collapse of their marriage, saying he is not the first man to cheat in a relationship.
Speaking during an interview on The Echo Room, MC Fish responded to questions about reports that infidelity contributed to the end of his marriage.
He maintained that despite their separation, there is no bad blood between him and Anita Joseph, insisting that they parted ways without any ongoing hostility.
According to him, they were together for about two years before getting married and spent five years as husband and wife.
“There is no enmity between us. I am not the first man to cheat. I was married for five years and have been with that woman for two years,” he said.
Anita Joseph publicly confirmed the end of their marriage in December 2025 after weeks of speculation.
In a statement shared on social media at the time, the actress said she had gone through a period of emotional pain, self-reflection, and healing. She explained that she had chosen the path of growth, faith, and acceptance as she moved forward with her life, while confirming that the marriage had officially ended.
MC Fish and Anita Joseph were married on February 14, 2020, in a ceremony that attracted widespread public attention.
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