Pulse List 2017: Top 7 controversial movie/TV moments in 2017

From cases to sexual harassment to a dramatic season of Big Brother Naija, here are 7 most controversial movie/TV moments in 2017.

What would the Nigerian movie and TV industry be if it didn’t ruffle a few feathers or start contentious conversations?

From aftermath of an alleged copyright infringement case to cases of sexual harassment, 2017 didn't fall short of controversial moments.

In descending order, check out those moments.

1. Cases of sexual harassment in Nollywood

 

In November, an Instagram user posted an allegation that  Yoruba actor Yomi Fabiyi harassed her sexually over nine years ago.

According to the woman named Eniola Omoshalewa Eunice, Fabiyi demanded for a sexual favour in exchange for a role in a movie.

Fabiyi denied the allegation, describing the accusations as a "pull him down by all mean syndrome," and placed a bounty on Eunice.

Also in November, an aspiring Nollywood actress accused popular Yoruba actor Yemi Solade of demanding for sex in exchange for a movie role.

According to the accuser Lawal Dolapo, the actor had invited her to a guest house after she shared her interest in acting with him.

She said that after she questioned the location and described him as a father to her, the actor said “I know my children, and you are not one. If you want a role, then come”

Solade responded, accusing bloggers of paying Dolapo, and threatening lawsuit.

2. Gideon Okeke vs Chinwetalu Agu

 

In January, Gideon Okeke came under attack for challenging the National Film Video Censors Board (NFVCB) to censor Chiwetalu Agu's 'vulgar slangs' on screen.

His comment started a conversation on censorship, and in a series of tweets, his colleague Chioma Chukwuka reacted, stating that the new generation of actors have no morals.

While Gideon didn’t have Chukwuka and a majority of the Twittersphere on his side, he had Tony One Week, who also condemned Agu's vulgarity and expressed his disappointment at Chukwuka.

Chiwetalu Agu reacted to the drama, saying that he had never heard the name 'Gideon Okeke.'

3. When TBoss failed to recite the national anthem

 

During a truth and dare game on Big Brother Naija show, things took a bad turn when Debie-Rise dared TBoss to recite the first and second verses of the Nigerian National Anthem.

TBoss struggled for a moment, and after she failed to recite it, she called Debie-Rise a "wicked person" for asking her to recite something she'd learnt in another language and hadn't sung in years.

Days later, she started another controversial conversation on social media after she said she wasn't in the house for the money, could spend 25 million in a week, and had wealthy men with private jets hitting on her.

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4. Chude Jideonwo versus Charles Novia

 

In June, the co-founder of Red Africa, Chude Jideonwu, started a conversation on social media after he subtly described Charles Novia and the movies produced in the 90s and 2000s as 'mediocre.'

"Without the 'mediocrity' of a Charles Novia, we wouldn't have arrived at the brilliance of a Kemi Adetiba," Jideonwu tweeted.

Novia, who isn't one to shy away from social media disputes, took to Twitter to react to Chude's comments, listing his accomplishments as a filmmaker.

The tweets from Novia and Chude, as expected, elicited reactions from filmmakers, actors and followers.

5. Cancelled  "Okafor's Law" premiere

 

"Okafor's Law," which was scheduled to premiere on March 24, 2017, at IMAX Cinema, Lekki Phase 1, was halted after Oboli, Dioni Visions and Filmone Distribution were served an injunction to stop the premiere and nationwide release of the movie.

The complaint was filed by Raconteur Productions and came after a Canada-based writer, Jude Idada, accused Omoni Oboli of stealing his story and idea for the movie.

6. TTT's extra marital affair on Big Brother Naija

 

Housemates such as TTT made the 2017 Big Brother Naija one of the most interesting and engaging seasons yet.

During his stay in the house, TTT who is married with kids was romantically involved with fellow housemate Bisola, who he lied to about his marital status.

He told the housemates that that all his family members were dead, and severally referred to his daughter as his god-daughter.

After one of the weekly house parties, TTT and Bisola spent time under the covers in an intimate position that elicited reactions on Twitter.

After his eviction, TTT said he kept his marriage a secret because he didn't want the public to vote for him out of pity, but for his talent.

7. Kemen's disqualification from Big Brother Naija show

 

On Saturday, March 4, 2017, a video of Kemen touching TBoss while she slept went viral.

After a private disciplinary session with Biggie, Kemen was disqualified from the Big Brother Naija show for touching

her without her consent.

The controversial event led to heated conversations, dividing viewers into 'Team Kemen' and 'Team TBoss.'

While some condemned Kemen's actions, others implied that TBoss had given him the 'green light' and therefore got what she deserved.

This 2017 moment sparked an indelible conversation about sexual consent online and offline.

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