Nollywood legend John Ikechukwu Okafor, often known as Mr Ibu, died this past weekend in hospital, and famed painter Rasta The Artist — has since paid tribute to him with an artwork.

Rasta On Thursday, March 7, the Artist shared a portrait of Mr Ibu on his social media pages. This comes after the Nigerian actor passed away after a long battle with sickness.

“RIP Mr_ibu Nigerian🇳🇬 legendary actor🎬 Nollywood will never be da same again. It’s a wrap,” Rasta The Artist captioned his post.According to the Daily Post, the famed Nollywood actor passed away on Saturday afternoon at Evercare Hospital in Lagos State. He was just 62 years old when he died.
In the early 1990s, Mr Ibu lived in a one-bedroom apartment with a friend, the Premium Times in Nigeria reported. He was allegedly kicked out of the apartment.

Homeless and financially strained, Mr Ibu is said to have ran into a movie audition where he met Pete Edochie, and the rest, as they say, is history.Social media reacts to Rasta’s artwork.
“When I grow up, I want to have Rasta’s confidence 🤣,”@kcchabangu wrote.

“Quit this thing big bro and open a car wash because wow,” @sihle_worldwide said.

“Rasta, work with a group of good artists. You already have the fame, but not the talent. Soon people will lose respect for you. Create a company where the work will be Rasta’s company,” @mzie_kandlovu

Mzansi is buzzing with reactions to the latest episode of Uthando Nes’thembu, where Musa Mseleku’s wives found themselves in a heated dispute over makeup artists. The controversy arose when Makhumalo arranged for two makeup artists without consulting the other wives.
This decision did not sit well with viewers, who expressed their disappointment in Makhumalo’s actions.
It was revealed that Makhumalo had only communicated with MaCele, leaving MaNgwabe and MaYeni out of the loop. This incident has raised questions among fans about the growing bond between Makhumalo and MaCele, as they appear to be teaming up against MaYeni and MaNgwabe.

 

 
During the show, Makhumalo announced that the new makeup artist would work on MaYeni and MaNgwabe, while the regular makeup artist would attend to her and MaCele. This arrangement did not please MaYeni, who wanted the new makeup artist to start with her.MaYeni confronted MaCele and Makhumalo, realizing that they had planned their actions without consulting her and MaNgwabe. Meanwhile, MaNgwabe chose to isolate herself in her room, refusing to join the others.

Makhumalo proposed that both makeup artists take turns, with one starting and the other finishing the task. However, MaYeni disagreed and opted to stick with the regular makeup artist. Many viewers took to social media to express their frustration with Makhumalo, blaming her for introducing a new makeup artist instead of sticking with the familiar one.

Former Rhythm City and The Wife actor, Ishmauel Songo, has opened up about the challenges he faces as an actor in South Africa. Making a living solely through acting is no easy feat in the country, as one can go extended periods without being cast in a production, all while needing to provide for their family.Songo himself has experienced financial difficulties during periods of unemployment and had to resort to working as a master of ceremony. He indicated that at some point he would sleep in the streets of Joburg as the landlord would kick him out due to unpaid rentals.

Songo gained popularity with his role as Sabelo on Rhythm City, capturing the hearts of many viewers with his exceptional performance. Although Rhythm City aired its final episode in 2021, fans could still catch him on the Showmax TV show, The Wife, where he played the character of Mpande.Beyond his career, Songo is married and a proud father of two children.

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Bonang in the process of replacing Thuso Mbedu

Bonang Matheba will reportedly replace Thuso Mbedu as the brand ambassador for L’Oréal.

In 2023, Thuso made history with the brand as she was announced as the first Black brand ambassador for sub-Saharan Africa.

 

 

 

 

 

According to Zimoja, a source revealed that the media personality and her team pitched to the international brand, and they are processing to sign a deal with her.

“She knows her story. She gave a very impressive pitch. She will be starting to shoot for the brand over the next coming weekend and has been travelling with them.” adds the source.

“They are introducing Bonang as a digital ambassador and I am not sure what will happen with Thuso as her contract has not ended.”

Meanwhile, the relationship between the two South African women is natural, as they don’t have a cordial relationship, nor are they enemies, hence it is expected that Thuso’s replacement won’t stir up trouble.

Oscar ‘Mbongeni Ndlovu’ Mbo puts a big smile on the face of his father.

The South African musician expressed gratitude to his father for all he’s done for him.

 
In a video shared on Thursday morning, Oscar took his dad to a car dealership and bought him a Toyota car.

“Dankie for everything, Tymer,” he captioned post.

Celebrities flooded the post with words of prayers and endorsement to the DJ for being a thoughtful child.

“Ahhh man God bless you Bhuti,” DJ Happygyal wrote.

“Nazoke! Aw ladla i-tymer!!” Okamalumkoolkat wrote.