- Chioma Akpotha is celebrating her 46th birthday with gratitude and strong personal declarations.
- The Nollywood actress thanked God for His faithfulness and stated that she is stepping into a new year covered, strengthened, and ready to make more intentional choices.

Nollywood actress Chioma Akpotha is celebrating her 46th birthday with heartfelt messages and powerful declarations.
The award-winning actress took to her Instagram page to mark the special occasion, expressing gratitude to God for His guidance and protection throughout her life.
In her birthday post, the actress thanked her Maker for life, grace, and preservation over the years.
“Adamma. Adaugo. Ugoeze. Akwugo. +1
Happy birthday to me
Grateful for life, grace, preservation, and the faithfulness of God through every season.
This new year, I step in covered, preserved, and strengthened, for “The Lord will perfect that which concerns me.” Psalm 138:8
The beginning of better”.
In another post, the actress also reflected on personal growth, saying she would be more intentional about the choices she makes going forward.
“Grateful heart, on the edge of a new year.
Thank You, Lord, for life, preservation, family, friends, growth, and every achievement so far.
This new year is a year of preservation, preserving my peace, my purpose, my energy, and choosing what truly matters.
No more meeting halfway, if it matters, meet me all the way.
No more putting everyone before me, this season, I choose wisely and intentionally.
My focus is clear: God, family, purpose, and giving my best to my work.
A year to soar higher, achieve more, and step fully into all God has prepared.
The beginning of the beginning”.
In other news…. Former Big Brother Naija All Stars winner Ilebaye Odiniya has ignited debate online after undergoing a facial and nose rejuvenation procedure, despite being just 24 years old.
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The cosmetic enhancement, recently shared in a viral video, showcased both the process and the results, quickly attracting attention and sparking widespread discussion on social media.
Many Nigerians expressed surprise and concern, questioning why someone so young would choose to alter her natural features. The procedure reportedly focused on enhancing her facial contours and refining the bridge of her nose, aiming to preserve a youthful appearance without making dramatic changes.
Although the changes were subtle, the timing has raised questions, as it comes just two years after Ilebaye captured national attention by winning the 2023 BBNaija All Stars edition at age 22. Her victory over older, more experienced contestants earned her the ₦120 million grand prize and made her a household name almost immediately.
Critics argue that at 24, natural youth should be enough, fueling much of the backlash. The discussion was further intensified by the recent death of Nigerian socialite Elena Jessica following a botched BBL surgery, highlighting the risks of cosmetic procedures and making the public more cautious about young celebrities pursuing medical enhancements.
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