D&Ksuomi Magazine

19/08/2025

*Tuesday Tips*

*Productivity Hacks*
1. *Prioritize tasks*: Make a to-do list and prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency.
2. *Use a timer*: Set a timer for 25 minutes and work on a task without any distractions. Take a 5-minute break, and repeat the process (Pomodoro technique).
3. *Avoid multitasking*: Focus on one task at a time to ensure quality and efficiency.
4. *Take breaks*: Take regular breaks to recharge and avoid burnout.

*Time Management*
1. *Create a schedule*: Plan out your day, week, or month, and stick to your schedule.
2. *Set boundaries*: Learn to say no to non-essential tasks and commitments.
3. *Use technology*: Utilize tools and apps to streamline your workflow and stay organized.

*Goal Achievement*
1. *Break down big goals*: Divide large goals into smaller, manageable tasks.
2. *Create an accountability system*: Share your goals with a friend or mentor and ask them to hold you accountable.
3. *Celebrate small wins*: Acknowledge and celebrate your progress along the way.

By implementing these tips, individuals can boost their productivity, manage their time more effectively, and achieve their goals.

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18/08/2025

I'm thrilled to feature La Nelle Renfro, an extraordinary woman who inspires me with her strength and resilience. Despite facing numerous challenges, she remains determined and positive, always looking forward with a smile.

As the CEO of D&K Suomi Magazine(Dr Deborah Funmi Mupapa,

I had the pleasure of connecting with La Nelle and learning more about her experiences.

Let's dive into our conversation.

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18/08/2025

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18/08/2025

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18/08/2025

Fun facts You Never Knew About Genevieve Nnaji Official. Genevieve Nnaji! She became a mother at just 17…Society wrote her off.

But she rose and became a queen of the screen.

This is the powerful story of Genevieve Nnaji—a woman who turned pain into power and silence into spotlight.

Born in Mbaise, Imo State, and raised in Lagos, Genevieve came from a simple, middle-class home.
Her dad worked as an engineer.
Her mom was a teacher.

They lived modestly, with seven children under one roof.

Money was tight.
Dreams were big.
But the world outside was not kind.

While she was 17, she got pregnant.

In a deeply conservative society, that was almost a death sentence for a girl’s future.

The whispers. The judgment. The shame.

Many gave up on her.
Some even laughed.
They said her life was over.

But she refused to let a single moment define her whole story.

Genevieve did not shrink.

She rose.

She embraced motherhood and still held onto her dreams.

She had always loved the screen, acting from as young as 8 on the Nigerian soap opera Ripples.

So while raising her daughter, she kept auditioning.

She kept pushing.

She kept believing.

She wasn’t just fighting for fame.
She was fighting for freedom for herself, her child, and every young girl told she couldn't.

Then came the turning point.

In the early 2000s.

A new wave of Nigerian cinema was brewing—Nollywood.

Genevieve's talent couldn’t be ignored.

Her performances were raw. Real. Magnetic.

She brought grace, depth, and emotion to every role.

From Sharon Stone to Blood Sisters to Ijele—she was everywhere.

Audiences fell in love.

She became Nollywood’s sweetheart and a symbol of resilience.

And then, she broke the mold again.

She wasn’t content being a star.

She wanted to build.

In 2015, she made her directorial debut with Lionheart—a film that didn’t just entertain, but elevated.

Netflix bought it.

It became the first Nigerian film acquired by the streaming giant.

It put Nigerian cinema on the global map.

Genevieve wasn’t just acting in movies anymore.
She was creating history.

Today, Genevieve Nnaji is more than a movie icon.

She’s a trailblazer, a producer, a director, an entrepreneur.

She’s been honored internationally—named a UN ambassador, listed in Forbes, and awarded for changing African storytelling.

She raised a daughter as a teenager.
Now she inspires millions of women across the world.

Her story reminds us:
“You owe it to yourself to become everything you dream of even when no one believes in you.”

So to the young girl who has been written off…
To the mother who thinks it’s too late…
To the dreamer who has been told “you can’t”…

Genevieve’s journey says: You absolutely can.

Drop a heart ♥️ in the comments if her story moved you. Or, Tag someone who needs a reminder that their setback is not their end.

17/08/2025

Double blessings for Real Warri Pikin! 🎉💙 It’s a BOY 🍼💃 Ebube just got himself a baby brother to vibe with 🙌💙 Congratulations to the beautiful family! 🥳💖

17/08/2025

Matthew found me when I was 16. He was calm, respectful, and full of peace. By 18, I was married. People thought it wouldn’t last, but 28 years later, we’re still here, standing strong. He’s not just my husband—he’s my safe place.

While the world saw Omotola the actress, he saw the real me. He never tried to stop my shine. He encouraged me, supported me, even bought me my first car. We raised four beautiful kids together. Through fame, parenting, and life’s many storms, we held each other. I’m deeply thankful for him every day.

~~Omotola Jalade 😍😍🥰

17/08/2025

BREAKING NEWS ❗❗❗

, Davido 's wife drop a message to her lovely husband .

""Ade Ori Mi 👑

My dear husband, a man of kindness and love, the solid rock upon which our family stands. You constantly surround us with care, and in every trial, you remain our hero, holding us together.

Your wisdom and understanding light the path for us, guiding me with patience and truth. You are the most amazing father to our children, giving each of them your time, your love, and your presence.

You are my source of strength, the steady hand that lifts me up, and the gentle heart that inspires me to reach for more. In my life, you are the light that chases away every shadow and the voice that always speaks to me with respect.

I am endlessly thankful for you, my husband, my crown, my treasure.". ______''

This is how Love ❤️♥️ between two lovers need to be.

Congratulations 🎊🎉 to the newly wedded

Lambris Tambi

16/08/2025

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14/08/2025

T**e Makinwa announced her pregnancy on August 13, 2025, sharing a beautifully shot video on Instagram that showcased her baby bump. The media personality described her pregnancy as "the biggest project of my life" and "the highest calling ever". In her emotional post, she reflected on her journey to motherhood, expressing gratitude to God for answering her prayers at the perfect time.

The announcement has garnered widespread attention, with fans and fellow celebrities flooding her comment section with congratulatory messages. Some notable celebrities who have congratulated her include Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham, and Simi. T**e Makinwa's video announcement has amassed over 40,000 comments within just two hours, showcasing the excitement and love surrounding her pregnancy reveal

In her heartfelt message, T**e Makinwa wrote, "Dear God, You did this one, You have completely changed my life. You opened this door that nobody can shut... My Season is here. I’ve worn so many hats over the years but this one trumps it all, and I’m so humbled to have been chosen." She affectionately referred to her unborn child as "My bug" and expressed her joy, saying, "You’ve made me the happiest person on earth… you’ve blessed me already

10/08/2025

When I became pregnant, there was NOTHING I didn’t crave.
One day it was ice cubes.
The next day, I was licking groundnut and ogiri like it was Swiss chocolate.

But this particular day?
Ah. I knew I had crossed into another spiritual realm.

We were just returning from antenatal. AC was on, blowing like Siberian winter.
Suddenly, I turned to my husband and said,
“Turn off the AC! I’m cold! The baby is not in the mood for breeze!”
He looked confused... but he turned it off. Smart man. He's learned not to argue with me and my fetus.

As we entered our street, BAM!
An aroma hit me so hard, I nearly pushed.
JOLLOF RICE. Not just any rice — this one smelled like it was cooked with ancestral firewood, smoky love, and village spirit.

I gasped, clutched my bump and declared,
“Honey… the baby wants THAT rice. The one I’m smelling NOW.”

He said, “Okay, let me drop you at home and I’ll go buy jollof.”
I screamed, “NOOO! I don’t want just ANY jollof — I want THIS one I’m perceiving on THIS street!”
He blinked. “But baby, this is a residential street… nobody is selling anything here.”

Cue the tears. Full drama.
“So you want the baby to starve? After all we’ve been through? You don’t love us again??”

This man sighed the sigh of all tired husbands in Nigeria. Then said,
“Okay. I’ll find the rice.”

He started knocking on gates like a Jollof missionary. Left, right, compound to compound.
One hour later, he returned like a battle-worn champion — carrying 4 packs of different jollof rice, salad, and assorted meats.

I opened the first pack, sniffed, stood up like a trained K9 unit, and said:
“YUCK! This is not the rice I smelled. This one will poison me! Do you want to kill me?!”
He looked like he was questioning every decision in his life.

“Baby… it’s the same rice. Same Maggi. Same Nigeria.”
I burst into tears. Again.

Then — like divine intervention — he opened one last pack.
Assorted meat. Roasted. Grilled. Fried. Every kind of meatable meat.
I stopped crying immediately.

Wiped my face like royalty, picked a piece, tasted it and said,
“Why didn’t you just show me the meat first? You like to stress me emotionally.”
He gave me chilled juice and asked,
“Is the baby happy now?”
I nodded. “Yes. He sends his regards.”

Fast forward to midnight.

He got up to p*e and found me in the kitchen, sitting on the floor, fridge open — eating the same rice I previously swore was “poison.”

He blinked.
“Madam… is that not the poison rice?”

I whispered,
“Shhh… the baby changed his mind. Don’t make him angry.”

He just looked at me, shook his head slowly and said,
“My ancestors warned me not to marry an actress. But I didn’t listen.”

Then he walked away quietly…
Like a man who had seen too much for one lifetime.

Pregnancy is NOT for the weak. And guess what? I am the weak. 😭

Moral lesson—Pregnancy will humble you.
Your husband.And possibly your ancestors, too even ogbanje no do reach like this

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06/08/2025

I was married to filmmaker Tchidi Chikere. We built a home, shared dreams, and had a beautiful daughter. But over time, we drifted apart. The peace I needed as a woman and mother was gone.

I held on, prayed, and smiled through the pain — but inside, I was shrinking. In 2021, after years of trying and hoping, I made the hardest decision of my life: I quietly walked away to find peace.

I stayed single for a long time, focusing on my daughter, my work, and my healing. I had to rebuild myself — not as an actress or a wife, but as a woman.

Then in 2023, love came again — this time with peace and maturity. I remarried. Yes, life can give you a second chance.

To every woman reading this: never be afraid to leave what’s breaking you. And never feel guilty for choosing joy when it returns.

— Nuella Njubigbo