The fast-rising actress Seyi Ashekun has told us what she wants in love and relationships in this interview.
The winner of last year’s Best Actress award at the Best of Nollywood awards is from Ogun state and talks also about her sex for roles and why she desires the bum of Kim Kadarshian, among other issues.
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What is your opinion on sex for roles. Have you experienced such?
I’ve never been desperate enough for such experience. I studied Mass Communications and I graduated with a good grade, so I can do other things. People around me know that acting is not a do or die affair for me.
What encouragement will you give to those starting out in the acting career?
They have to be ready to take things one day at a time. A baby never walks the same day it’s born, so they should be ready to grow through the experiences they are sure to have.
What is the most ridiculous thing you have ever heard or read about yourself?
One of such is that I condemned some of my colleagues whose marriages have broken. I’m not married so how can I see myself as an authority on such a topic?
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You were also quoted in an interview, saying you desire to have the bum of Kim Kadarshian. What prompted that statement?
Each time I remember that, I literally laugh out loud. Let me start by saying I believe in looking and feeling good, so I don’t judge people when they decide to do things that boost their confidence. Confidence makes people more attractive. However, I do not like pains and for that, I don’t see myself going under the knife to enhance anything. I made that statement when a reporter asked me what I might get done if I ever considered cosmetic surgery. Saying that really doesn’t mean I would go for it.
It’s said that actresses don’t get married early and are promiscuous .What do you make of that?
I have seen bankers and doctors who don’t get married until they are well into their 30s. Omotola Jalade who happens to be my role model, is an actress and a married mother of four. I know other actresses who got married in their 20s and are still married. Promiscuity has nothing to do with the profession. People talk about actresses because they are known.
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Would you say being curvy has gotten you more roles?
I’ve only gotten roles based on my ability to interpret them not as a result of being curvy
What is your general opinion on marriage and love?
I believe marriage is necessary. After all, it was ordained by God. I however believe it is meant for mature people, people who are ready psychologically and are capable of loving other people beside themselves.
What is your definition of a sexy woman?
A sexy woman is one who has confidence in herself. She is the one who understands that when it comes to serious business, men prefer women with brains than body.
Can you date someone in the movie industry?
I don’t like so much attention where my love life is concerned, I like to be the only public figure. As an entertainer myself, I really don’t like to date men who are in the entertainment industry.
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What changes do you want to see in the movie industry?
I want the industry to be more profitable. I want people to be able to make good profit on their investments. It is really frustrating when you spend so much and get so little.
What would you regard as a memorable day in your life?
The day I won Best of Nollywood Award in the best actress (Yoruba) category. I used to think that was an award that came with age or years of experience. It turned out to be something that comes with God and hard work.
Seyi has been having an amazing year so far, having grown leaps and bounds to one of the most sought-after actresses in Nigeria.

Some Nigerians in South Africa have cried out against the xenophobic attacks on non-indigenes in the country.
In separate telephone interviews with Punch, the Nigerian migrants expressed their fear of attacks as death threats were being circulated on social media.
A Nigerian, Itunu Bodunrin, who on Monday had attended his master’s degree graduation ceremony at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, was unable to leave the school campus afterwards due to the violence in the town. Bodunrin forwarded a text message to Punch which, according to him, had been circulated among South African residents via an instant messaging mobile application, WhatsApp.
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In the message, signed by several groups, including the Patriotic Movement, Pan Local Forum, Unemployed Workers Forum and Anti-Crime Movement, Nigerians and other African foreigners were warned to leave the country.
It read in part, “Dear neighbour from Africa and other parts of the world, we have travelled the world and have not found one country that allows the floods of humans across its borders as South Africa is experiencing. Even in war-torn parts like Syria, Ukraine, Yemen and Somali.We were seven million people in Johannesburg city in 2011. Today, we have an estimated 13 million. In Johannesburg alone, you have taken over entire suburbs: Yeoville, Berea, Bez Valley, Turfontein, among many. You have even moved into rural parts of our country that have 80-per-cent unemployment, and there are no visible signs that you have jobs either.
“We want to be proudly part of the geographic construct called Africa, but we are as different from one another as Kenyans are from Nigerians; Ivorians from Chadians, etc. We are pleading with you to return to your home countries. Go and build up those countries so that we can all live in economic, social and political prosperity and peace as neighbours. The genocide in this corner of Africa will be far worse than what happened in Rwanda in 1994. Then the entire continent will be condemned to ashes. Is that what you want?
“South Africans not fully employed or who were found guilty of crimes, were recently repatriated from Nigeria and rightly so. Our people are preparing for war against all foreigners (from Bulgaria, Pakistan and Bangladesh to Africa, north of the Limpopo) and we are all very scared. Please go home and build Africa. Millions will die if you don’t. This we can guarantee.”
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Also, Samson Ojako, a master’s degree student studying Mathematics also at the University of KwaZulu-Natal noted that looting is now on a high level for over a week.
“Those that opened their shops were attacked by the Zulu. During all of this, those of us on campus were warned by the school management to stay indoors. They said no one should leave the school premises, especially during the weekend.”
Ojako noted that a large number of Zulus often migrated from their villages into town on weekends in order to launch attacks on non-nationals. He likened the last one week to life in a refugee camp, saying that those living on campus could not go out to shop for food.
“A lot of people are living in fear, especially the ladies. Even for us who are guys, last week, we had to move in groups,” he said.
Olawale Olawepo, another Nigerian studying for a doctorate degree in Industrial Organisation and Labour Studies said the school authorities also warned students against taking public transportation.
The saga apparently started with the speech by King Goodwill Zwelithini who last month said that foreigners must pack up and leave the country. Soon reports about attacks by locals on immigrants broke out.
Ten Nigerians were said to be among those attacked. The king, whose so-called “hate speech” is believed to have incited violence, blamed the media for misinterpreting his words. But it did not help to solve either the international diplomatic conflict, nor the violence on the local level.

President Goodluck Jonathan has finally spoken on his decision to concede defeat to Muhammadu Buhari in the March 28 election.
Jonathan said on Thursday that he needed to check his ambition, as the consequences of not doing so may have been dire not only for Nigeria, but for Africa.
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The president made the remarks during separate meetings with the new ambassadors of France, Senegal and Ethiopia. He was responding to commendations of his decision to promptly accept defeat after it became clear Buhari had won the poll.
“Democracy has to be nurtured to grow. Strong democratic institutions are the backbone and future of our democracy. They must be protected and nurtured. As for me, as a matter of principle, it is always the nation first,”  Jonathan said.
“You need to have a nation before you can have an ambition. It should always be the nation first. You don’t have to scuttle national progress for personal ambition.
“Since I assumed duty, I have been involved in quelling political crisis in some African countries and I know what they passed through and what some are still going through. If you scuttle a system for personal ambition, it becomes a collective tragedy,’’ President Jonathan declared.
Jonathan urged world leaders and international institutions to give their fullest possible support to the incoming administration of Buhari.
He also called on all Nigerians to do their utmost to help the incoming president succeed in leading the country to greater heights of accomplishment.
The president appealed for patience, understanding and cooperation, which, he said, Buhari would need to move the country forward to greater peace, security and progress.
Speaking with the new French ambassador, Denis Guaer, President Jonathan urged France to extend the support and assistance it gave to his administration to Buhari’s government.
“President Francois Hollande was our guest in Nigeria during the celebration of Nigeria’s centenary. He has been very supportive of the country in the fight against terrorism. I expect that the same warmth and goodwill will be extended to the incoming government. I expect that France will continue to work with the new administration, especially on issues of terrorism.
“The United Nations has been supportive as well. Our troops, supported by regional forces, have done very well in fighting the terrorists in recent times. What we need now is support to help our people get back their lives,’’ he said.
The ambassadors commended President Jonathan for setting a record of humility, patriotism and courage in safeguarding the democratic process in Nigeria and Africa.
“Nigeria is not only an economic power in the world today, but also a great democratic example. And it is all by your effort, Mr. President. The last elections and your response was truly a great achievement and you will always be remembered for it,” the French ambassador told the president.
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Mr. Guaer, the new Ambassador of Senegal, Baboucar Sambe, and the new Ambassador of Ethiopia, Samia Zekaria Gutu, who were at the Presidential Villa to present their letters of credence to President Jonathan, also assured him that they would do their best to strengthen relations between Nigeria and their countries during their tenure.
The United States vice president, Joe Biden, has assured the president-elect, Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, that the US government is willing to work with him.