Bovi’s Bold Comments at AFRIFF Globe Awards
Comedian, actor, and compere Bovi Ugbomah has once again proven why he is a favorite among audiences for his ability to turn any event into a laughter-filled experience. His performance at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) Globe Awards was no different. The event, held last Saturday, marked the conclusion of the weeklong activities of the annual festival.
Bovi is known for his sharp wit and tendency to stir things up with his jokes. During the awards ceremony, he took the opportunity to make some pointed remarks about his industry colleagues, particularly focusing on Innocent Idibia, better known as Tubaba.
A Joke That Caused a Stir
Bovi’s comments were not entirely unexpected, as it is not the first time he has taken shots at Tubaba. In 2015, when the legendary musician celebrated his 40th birthday, Bovi, along with the late Sound Sultan and MI Abaga, roasted Tubaba. Their jokes touched on various aspects of his life, including his career, child-bearing abilities, and relationships.
This time around, Bovi described the ‘African Queen’ crooner as the only man who skipped the waiting period between divorce and remarriage. He was referring to Tubaba’s recent divorce from his long-time lover and wife, Annie Macaulay, and his subsequent marriage to Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru, within a span of months.
“Happiness is what matters, ladies and gentlemen. Some people like to announce it, some don’t. Buchi jumped out of marriage, and nobody knew. Tuface is the only man who left one marriage for the next marriage, skipping the divorce process,” he said as his co-host tried to correct the impression.
Bovi also added that a man’s happiness is what matters before chipping in that the same goes for women.
A Trend of Celebrity Divorces
True to his assertion, the list of Bovi’s contemporaries who recently got divorced is quite long. News of the separation of comedian Basketmouth and his wife, Elsie, was reported in late 2022. The comic star made the announcement on his official Instagram page on Thursday, saying the decision to part ways with his wife is difficult for them but unavoidable.
That same year, reports surfaced that another comedian, Buchi, and his wife had decided to go their separate ways, with his wife moving out of their matrimonial home. Buchi was later embroiled in a messy custody battle with his ex-wife.
In 2024, Ayo Makun, famously known as AY, announced that he was separated from his wife of 20 years, Mabel. “Yes, without compromising my family, I have found myself doing things I am not proud of today. It is one thing to watch my friendship/marriage of 20 years slip off my hands, but it’s another thing for the parties involved to understand how to appropriate the blame in a space that is designed for most women always to play the victims and win,” he posted on Instagram.
Key Points
- Bovi’s comments at the AFRIFF Globe Awards sparked discussions about celebrity divorces.
- He highlighted Tubaba’s quick transition from divorce to remarriage.
- The trend of celebrity divorces among Bovi’s contemporaries is notable.
- Several comedians and musicians have recently gone through separations, leading to public scrutiny and emotional struggles.