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AMVCA: My Children Sacrificed For My Career To Stand — Patience Ozokwo

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AMVCA: My Children Sacrificed For My Career To Stand — Patience Ozokwo

AMVCA: How My Children Sacrificed For My Career — Patience Ozokwo

 

 

Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwo, has penned an appreciation note to her children in celebration of her Industry Merit Award, which she received at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award on Saturday evening.

 

On Monday, the actress expressed her gratitude to her children and colleagues in a lengthy Instagram post and shared pictures of herself at the AMVCA event, her children, and grandchildren.

According to the actress, her children made significant sacrifices and went long times without a mother throughout her performing career.

 

She stated that there was no social media when she began her acting career, and that success entirely relied on talent, humility, word of mouth, and trust.

She wrote, “LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

 

“When we started in the industry there was no social media and so many other luxuries we enjoy now. Progress was completely dependent on your talent, humility, word of mouth and trust.

 

“I appreciate my colleagues who work tirelessly and often times without recognition

“I appreciate my family who have always surrounded me with love and acceptance. My children sacrificed a lot and stayed long periods without a mother. At one point, my daughter became my PA and is still my Associate Manager till date.”

Founder and Group Managing Director Rotimax receives honorary doctorate in health science

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Founder and Group Managing Director Rotimax receives honorary doctorate in health science

The University of Prowess in Delaware, USA has awarded honorary doctorates to Tolu Caleb, group managing director and founder of Rotimax integrated services Ltd, as well as 21 other prominent Nigerians.

The induction ceremony was held on Saturday 20th May,2023, during the leadership summit of the institution held at the University of Ibadan, Conference Center, Ibadan the Oyo state Capital.

While addressing the inductees and their guest, African Representative, Prowess University and founder Institute of Arts Management & Professional Studies, Professor Eze Nwauba, explained that the event is meant to honor great Nigerians in both private and public sectors who have made valuable contributions to humanity.

This is an event between Prowess University Delaware, USA, Institute of Arts Management & Professional Studies, IAMPS in Collaboration with Ecolerite Institute of Peacebuilding, to honour Nigerians who have made great valuable contributions to humanity, people who have gone out of their ways to make valuable contributions to humanity

Tolu Caleb a Public health  expert with fourteen years experience , Founder and Managing Director of Rotimax integrated services ltd, Rotimax pest control training academy and Alcochem Hygiene Nigeria was awarded with an honorary doctorate degree in Philosophy and Health science, 

Speaking to journalist after receiving the award at the Balogun Subomi Hall, University of Ibadan, during the leadership summit /Induction and honorary doctorate degree award event of the institution, Tolu Caleb lauds the management of the institution he said the award  given to him is a big challenge for him to do more  in his contributions to the economy and humanity.

Crown troupe africa unveiled GLOVER THEATRE SERIES

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Crown troupe africa unveiled GLOVER THEATRE SERIES

GLOVER THEATRE SERIES.

Come June 1st, 2023, your eclectic theatre company – Crown Troupe of Africa, will turn twenty seven(27) years.

 

It has been twenty seven years of consistent creative outbursts.

 

Twenty seven years of consciously committed theatre.

 

Twenty seven years of commitment to a cause we believe in – the viability of the arts as a veritable instrument for social engineering.

 

This would not have been possible but for the special grace of God Almighty and those vessels of God – you.

Yes, you.

 

You are the special people in our lives who keep encouraging us by acknowledging our modest contribution to the sustenance of live (or living) theatre. You believe in and support our dreams. You take time out of your tight schedule and expend your resources – to spend time with us at our events. We owe you all debts of gratitude.

 

To commemorate our twenty seventh (27th) anniversary, we have been fortunate enough to secure a collaboration with that historical edifice – Glover Memorial Hall under the capable management of Lufodo Productions. The significant partnership has birthed a mini theatre season, tagged: GLOVER THEATRE SERIES. The pilot edition shall run for three months from June; the month of our anniversary, to the first week of August, culminating in our annual theatre feast, Eko Theatre Carnival (ETC). During this period, we shall be presenting three different play productions.

 

The Glover Theatre Series shall kick off in June with ‘GOLDEN FLEAS ‘ written by Segun Adefila. This is to be followed in July, by ‘THE ROAD’ written by the iconic literary giant, Wole Soyinka. To round off the Season in August shall be Ayodele Arigbabu’s MOREMI (Revised Standard Version) as Inspired by Sewedo Nupowaku.

SYNOPSIS OF THE PLAYS, DATES, GATE, AND TIME.

 

GOLDEN FLEAS by Segun Adefila

 

In this era of ‘Japa’ where the search for greener pasture otherwise known as Golden Fleece appears to be the wisest decision to many, the play Golden Fleas attempts to examines this trend. An outcome of a British Council facilitated playwriting workshop organized by the Royal Court Theatre, London tagged NEW WRITING IN DRAMA, GOLDEN FLEAS tells the story of a group of intending migrants who decide to go in search of ‘greener pastures’ hiding and dodging as they journey to an unknown but hopeful destination. They each have a past that needs to be left behind. A past that touches on socio-economic and political ISSUES. As the play progresses, each share their stories in ‘ a play within a play’ fashion. Their stories take the audience to strange and familiar terrains through music, poetry, dance and drama.

 

DATE: Sunday, 4 June, 2023.

 

VENUE: Glover Memorial Hall, Custom Street, Lagos.

 

TIME: 3:00pm & 6:00pm.

 

GATE: #3000.

 

THE ROAD by Wole Soyinka

 

The society comes under theatrical surgical scalpel through an exploration of the lives of a group of vagrants who are quartered in a junkyard filled with salvaged vehicle parts. All living by the day, they eke out a living on anything that comes their way ranging from touting to scavenging. The vagrants are ‘tenants’ of a scheming and mysterious Professor, himself a homeless occupant of the junkyard with a suspicious past. They touch on social, religious, political and spiritual inaccuracies through their renditions.

 

DATE: Saturday & Sunday, 8&9 July, 2023.

 

VENUE: Glover Memorial Hall, Custom Street, Lagos.

 

TIME: 3:00pm & 6:00pm (Daily).

 

GATE: #3000.

 

MOREMI (Revised Standard Version) written by Ayodele Arigbabu.

 

Moremi RSV is a modern / contemporary stage adaptation of the popular Yoruba legend developed by Evolution Media as inspired by Sewedo Nupowaku and scripted by Ayodele Arigbabu in 2003. The play takes many liberties with the original legend, the key one being that it addresses the crisis which sees Moremi offer her child as a sacrifice to save her people, from that child’s perspective. It is based on the legend of Moremi, the Yoruba Queen who through bravery and personal sacrifice liberates her people from external oppression. Our narration draws exciting inferences from the theme and adapts the tale to contemporary sensibilities. Designed for family entertainment but with particular regard for youthful fantasies and energies, Ayodele Arigbabu’s stage adaptation makes a parody out of the original legend, and takes liberties with characterization and plot interpretation. A near musical thriller/comedy, Moremi RSV is enacted in line with the original operatic interpretation done by the late theatre legend- Duro Ladipo. However, succinct communication is maintained on issues of responsibility, and choice, albeit in an irreverent fashion.

 

DATE: Saturday and Sunday, 5&6 August, 2023.

 

VENUE: Glover Memorial Hall, Custom Street, Lagos.

 

GATE: #3000.

 

TIME: 3:00pm&6:00pm (Daily).

 

Thank you.

 

-Segun Adefila

Artistic Director

Tyrone Movie Premiere Will Be A Star Studded Affairs – Waheed Folarin

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Tyrone Movie Premiere Will Be A Star Studded Affairs – Waheed Folarin

Wide World Films is thrilled to announce the premiere of its highly anticipated new movie, TYRONE. Produced by the talented filmmaker, Waheed Folarin, and directed by the renowned Babatunde 9icetee Films, this movie promises to be a cinematic masterpiece.

Nollywood Actor Waheed Folarin

Featuring an all-star cast, including the likes of ODUNLADE ADEKOLA, Uche Montana, Emeka Darlington, Shotayo Gaga, and Femi Jacobs, among others, TYRONE is set to captivate audiences with its compelling storyline and exceptional performances. The movie, which is in English, is the latest addition to the impressive portfolio of Wide World Films.

 

The premiere of TYRONE will be a star-studded affair, with special guest appearances by some of Nigeria’s most popular musicians, including Reminisce, Small Doctor, Shanko Rasheed, and socialite Baddy Osha, among others. The event is scheduled to take place on June 4th, 2023, at the prestigious Olusegun Obasanjo Residential Library (OOPL) in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The red carpet will commence at 1 pm, followed by the movie screening at 5 pm. The dress code for the event is smart funky, and the host for the evening will be the talented Tobi Omo Elegbede (TOE). The event package is being handled by the renowned Medullar Concept.

This promises to be an unforgettable event, and we invite you to join us for an evening of glamour, entertainment, and celebration. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness the premiere of TYRONE, a movie that is sure to leave a lasting impression. We look forward to seeing you there!

AMVCA 2023: Full List of Winners

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AMVCA 2023: Full List of Winners

Here is the full list of the ninth edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award winners.

 

BEST SOUND EDITOR – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Anu Afolayan – Anikulapo

 

BEST PICTURE EDITOR – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Holmes Awa & Daniel Tom – Crime & Justice.

 

BEST ART DIRECTOR – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Wale Adeleke – King Of Thieves (Agesinkole)

 

Best Cinematographer — winner Loukman Ali – Brotherhood.

 

BEST WRITER – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) — Sola Dada – Anikulapo.

 

BEST COSTUME DESIGNER – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) Winner — Adeola Art-Alade – The Real Housewives of Lagos Reunion Episode.

 

BEST MAKE UP – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Maryam Ndukwe , Hakeem Effects Onilogbo – Shanty Town.

 

BEST SOUND TRACK – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Kent Edunjobi – Anikulapo.

 

BEST INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE – SWAHILI – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Philip Karanja Njenga – Click Click Bang.

 

BEST INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE – HAUSA – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner— Abubakar Bashir Maishadda – Aisha .

 

BEST INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE YORUBA (MOVIE/TV SERIES) — winner — Kunle Afolayan – Anikulapo.

 

BEST INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE – IGBO – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Victor Iyke – Uhuruchi (4th nomination , second win).

 

BEST SHORT FILM/ online video— winner — Adeoye Adetunji – Pa Aromire ( N1 million win).

 

BEST ONLINE SOCIAL CONTENT CREATOR – Winner— Elozonam , Kie Kie – Back From The Future.

 

BEST TELEVISION SERIES— winner — Yinka Edward – Crime & Justice.

 

BEST DOCUMENTARY winner — Nora Awolowo – ‘Nigeria: The Debut’

 

BEST MOVIE EAST AFRICA winner — Click Click Bang – Philip Karanja Njenga.

 

BEST MOVIE WEST AFRICA winner — Brotherhood – Jade Osiberu.

 

BEST MOVIE SOUTHERN AFRICA winner — Elvis Chucks – Jewel.

 

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Abdisattar Ahmed – Gacal

 

BEST ACTRESS IN A COMEDY- (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Bimbo Ademoye – Selina

 

BEST ACTOR IN A COMEDY – (MOVIE/TV SERIES) –winner — Samuel Perry (Broda Shaggi) – Inside Life

 

BEST ACTRESS IN A DRAMA (MOVIE/TV SERIES) winner — Osas Ighodaro – Man of God

 

BEST ACTOR IN A DRAMA (MOVIE/TV SERIES) Winner —Tobi Bakre – Brotherhood

Movie stars gather for AMVCA showdown tonight

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Movie stars gather for AMVCA showdown tonight

All is set for the 2023 edition of the annual Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award, AMVCA.

The event which is the 9th edition is set to take place tonight, May 20, 2023, at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos by 7 pm Nigerian time.

The award which has been described as one of the biggest entertainment events in Africa hopes to be a gathering of stars, with a razzmatazz of colourful black carpet moments billed to commence at 4 pm, while the main event commences at 7 pm Nigerian time.

With Toke Makinwa, Uti Nwachukwu, Sika Osei and VJ Adams as black carpet hosts, expect nothing short of exquisiteness as they interact with celebrities who would be gracing the black carpet tonight.

Just like at the 8th edition of the award, viewers would have the opportunity of choosing their best dressed male and female celebrities of the night.

According to the organisers, all guests are expected to be seated by 7 pm before the doors are closed for commencement of the event which would be televised on all Africa Magic channels.

Popular Nigerian TV and Radio host, IK Osakioduwa and Miss Universe 2019, South African Zozi Tunzi, have been announced as hosts for the night.

Past winners:

Recall that Stan Nze and Osas Ighodaro emerged winners for Best Actor and Actress for Drama respectively at the 2022 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards.

Anikulapo, Brotherhood, and Shanty Town got the biggest nominations:

movies with the biggest nominations include ‘Anikulapo’ with 16 nominations, while ‘Brotherhood’ and ‘Shanty Town’ bagged 11 nominations each.

Kunle Afolayan’s ‘Anikulapo’, Femi Adebayo’s ‘King of Thieves’ Jade Osiberu’s ‘Brother’, and Funke Akindele’s ‘Battle on Buka Street’ made the list Best Overall Movie alongside three other movies.

See the full list of nominations below:

Best Actor in a Comedy

Adokiye Horsfall (Romeo WJ) Inside Life

Charles Etubiebi -Just Friends

Charles Inojie- City Hustler

Chinedu Ikedieze- Aki and PawPaw

Kunle Idowu- Unintentional

Nedu Ani (Nedu Wazobia)- Inside Life

Nkem Owoh- Battle On Buka Street

Nosa Afolabi- The Razz Guy

Samuel Perry (Broda Shaggi)- Inside Life

Samuel Perry (Broda Shaggi)- Survivors

Best Actor in a Drama

Blossom Chukwujekwu – The Trade

Chidi Mokeme – Shanty Town

Chimezie Imo – Choke

Daniel Etim-Effiong – Kofa

Femi Adebayo – King of Thieves (Agesinkole)

NKakalukanyi Patriq – Tembele

O.C. Ukeje – Black Mail

Richard Mofe Damijo – Four Four Forty Four

Tobi Bakre – Brotherhood

Tope Tedela – All The Colours Of The World Are Between Black and White

Best Actress in a Comedy

Albert Oluwatoyin – Visa On Arrival

Bimbo Ademoye – Selina

Roselyn Ngissah – Red Carpet

Funke Akindele – Battle On Buka Street

Grace Wacuka – Married to Work

Mercy Johnson – Battle On Buka Street

Mercy Johnson Onogie – Passport

Best Actress in a Drama

Bimbo Ademoye – Anikulapo

Enado Odigie – Flawsome

Immaculata Oko Kasum – Ile Owo

Ini Dima-Okojie – Flawsome

Ini Edo – Shanty Town

Nimo Loveline – The Planters Plantation

Nse Ikpe-Etim – Shanty Town

Osas Ighodaro – Man of God

Queen Nwokoye – Strained

Scarlet Gomez – Wura

Best Supporting Actor

Abdisattar Ahmed – Gacal

Bucci Franklin – The Razz Guy

James Webbo – County 49

Jeffroberts Walusimbi – Bedroom Chains

O.C. Ukeje – Brotherhood

Taiwo Hassan – Anikulapo

Yinka Quadri – Anikulapo

Best Supporting Actress

Dorcas Shola Fapson – Man of God

Efe Irele – Four Four Forty Four

Gina Castel – Kofa

Ivie Okujaye – On Your Own

Sola Sobowale – Anikulapo

Teniola Aladese – Love in a Pandemic

Toni Tones – Brotherhood

Best Short Film

Adeoye Adetunji – Pa Aromire

Gbenga Salu – Convictus

Nkem Nwaturuocha – The Song Maiden

Teniola Zara King – Teju’s Tale

Usama Mukwaya, Loukman Ali – Sixteen Rounds

Uzoamaka Aniunoh – Love Language

Victor Onwudiwe, Goodnews Erico Isika – Away

Best Online Social Content Creator

Abiola – VIP Bathroom

Adeaga Bukunmi – Fake Alert with Mercy Johnson

Bimbo Ademoye – Iya Barakat Teropi Secxxion

Edem Victor – The Activist

Elozonam , Kie Kie – Back From The Future

Isbae U – My Sweet Mother In-law

Kenzy Udosen – Quick Pronunciations

Oluwadolarz and Abayomi Alvin – Soldiers at War (Compilation)

Steve Chuks – Husband’s Side Chick

Tee Kuro – Nollywood Epic Love Story Parody (The Finale)

Best Original Telenovela

Covenant

Dede

Huba

Itura

Mahinga

Maida

Mpali

Prestige

Salem

Best Unscripted Original

Come Play Naija

Judging Matters

Kan-See-Me

King Bugar

Off Air with Gbemi & Tools

Rock that Aisle Again

Sakofa

Best Original Comedy Series

Co-Habits

Flatmates

Mussulando

My Siblings and I

Njoro Wa Uba

Popi

RSM

The Johnsons

The Return of Original Comedy

Uncle Limbani

Best Original Drama Series

A Infiltrada

Accra Medics

Dirty Laundry

Junior Drama Club

Njila

Pazia

Pete

Ricordi

The Rishantes

To Have and To Hold

Unmarried

Best Art Director

Olalekan Isiaka – Shanty Town

Olatunji Afolayan – Battle On Buka Street

Olugbenga Ogunshina and Joy Kadiri – Brotherhood

Pat Nebo & Temple Chima Adighije – Crime & Justice

Toka Mcbaror – Almajiri

Uche Nwaohiri & Tunde Lawal – Diiche

Wale Adeleke – King Of Thieves (Agesinkole)

Best Costume Designer

Adeola Art-Alade – The Real Housewives of Lagos Reunion Episode

Bolanle Austen-Peters, Clement Effanga, Juliana Dede – Man of God

Bunmi Fashina , Tiannah Empire & Secrets of April – Shanty Town

Ezugworie Franca – Brotherhood

Kingsley Okoye Rex – Nnewi The Land of Gold

Millicent Jack – Four Four Forty Four

Toyin Ogundeji – Anikulapo

Best Lighting Designer

Francis Wanyahdeh – Crime & Justice

Francis Wanyahdeh & Ebuka Enejere – Diiche

Godwin Lawal – Tarella

Ismail Adewunmi – Ile Owo

Lanre Omofaiye – Anikulapo

Mathew Yusuf – Brotherhood

Muri Salami – Four Four Forty Four

Renaldo Van Den Berg, Emmanuel Patrick, David Otuokere – Real Housewives of Lagos

Segun Adeleke – Flawsome

Walter Odhiambo – Shanty Town

Best Picture Editor

Adio Solanke – Ile Owo

Banjo Onyekachi, Winston Aig-Ohioma, Oluwaseun Adeosun – Diiche

Holmes Awa & Daniel Tom – Crime & Justice

Kimera Paul – Tembele

Martini Akande – Brotherhood

Sanjo Adegoke – King of Thieves (Agesinkole)

Steve Sodiya – Ijakumo the Born Again Stripper

Temitope Folarin – Anikulapo

Valentine Chukwuma – Battle on Buka Street

Best Sound Editor

Anu Afolayan – Anikulapo

Dare Olaitan, Adio Solanke – Ile Owo

Fredrick Karumba – Click Click Bang

Grey Jones – The Set Up 2

Ismail Kyobe Ssebowa – Bedroom Chains

Kazeem Agboola – Ijakumo the Born Again Stripper

Kolade Kayode Morakinyo – Shanty Town

Kolade Morakinyo, Pius Fatoke – Battle On Buka Street

Q Rodney Abia, Angelo Anosike, Kayode Kasum – Obara’ M

Shiloh Godson – Black Mail

Best Soundtrack

Abiola Olayinka, Habeeb Adebayo – L.I.F.E.

Adam Songbird and Tolu Obanro – King of Thieves (Agesinkole)

Gbas Gbos by Tolu Obanro and Adam Songbird – Battle on Buka Street

Jaysynths and Hotkid – Shanty Town

Joel Christian Goffin – Black Mail

Best Makeup

Carina SFX- The Trade

Feyzo Artistry- Ile Owo

Francisca Otaigbe- King of Thieves (Agesinkole)

Hakeem Effects Onilogbo- Anikulapo

Hakeem Effects Onilogbo, Jemila Sedik- Battle on Buka Street

Maryam Ndukwe , Hakeem Effects Onilogbo- Shanty Town

Sandra Oyiana-Ogbeni- Tarella

Best Writer

Funke Akindele, Jack’enneth Opukeme, Stephen Oluboyo, Jemine Edukugho- Battle on Buka Street

Jade Osiberu- The Trade

Sodi Kurubo, Stephanie Dadet and Victor Aghahowa- Diiche (Episode 5)

Sola Dada- Anikulapo

Tunde Apalowo and Jeffery Musa David- Kanaani

Uche Ateli- Choke

Yinka Laoye- King of Thieves (Agesinkole)

Best Cinematographer

Charles Oleghe- Diiche

Ekuka Ishaq- Tembele

Idowu Adedapo- Ijakumo the Born Again Stripper

Idowu Adedapo (Mr Views)- Flawsome

Jonathan Kovel- Shanty Town

Jonathan Kovel- Anikulapo

Loukman Ali- Brotherhood

Mex Ossai, Philip Okpokoro, Esmond Igho, KC Obiajulu, Goke Oyerinde- Real Housewives of Lagos

Paul Gambit- Jolly Roger

Yinka Edward- Crime & Justice

Best Movie Southern Africa

Elvis Chucks- Jewel

Emmanuel Mwape- Silver Lining

Leburugraphy- Ke Bona Spoko

Best Movie East Africa

Click Click Bang- Philip Karanja Njenga

Elenor Nabwiso- Karamoja

Gashumba Emmanuel- Dial M for Maya

Hassan Mageye- Bedroom Chains

Lucy Mwangi- Baba Twins

Mugisha Herbert Morris- Tembele

Nadira Shakur- Married to Work

Omar Hamza- Gacal

Wilson Nkya & Jane Moshi- Frida

Wilson Nkya & Philipo Ngonyani- Mvamizi (The Intruder)

Best Movie West Africa

Brotherhood- Jade Osiberu

Chris Odeh- Choke

Kayode Kasum- Obara’ M

Kunle Afolayan- Anikulapo

Rent-A-Studio & Native Media TV- Kanaani

Samira Yakubu- Red Carpet

Winifred Mena Ajakpovi- Four Four Forty Four

Best Television Series

Adeola Art-Alade & Dare Art Alade- Real Housewives of Lagos

Bovi Ugboma, Ann Obaseki- Visa On Arrival (Season 1)

Dimbo Atiya, Rahama Sadau, Safina Mellisa- The Plan

Grace Kahaki & Philippe Bresson- Single Kiasi

Ife Olujuyigbe, Kayode Kasum- When are we getting married

James Omokwe- Diiche

Millicent Ogutu- County 49

Tola Odunsi & Akin Akinkugbe- Flawsome

Vincent Nwachukwu- Game On (Season 2)

Yinka Edward- Crime & Justice

Best Documentary

Best Okoduwa- 100 of Us

Charles F. Solomon- Way to the Top

Charles F. Solomon; Oluchi Nsofor; Aaron Olayemi; Famous Odion- Green: The Amazons

Chude Jideowo- Awaiting Trial

Nathaniel George- Truck Blind Spot

Nora Awolowo- Nigeria-the Debut

Nora Awolow- Baby Blues

Best Director

Adebayo Tijani and Tope Adebayo- King of Thieves (Agesinkole)

Babatunde Apalowo- All The Colours of the World are between Black and White

Bolanle Austen-Peters- Man of God

Dimeji Ajibola- Shanty Town

Jade Osiberu- The Trade

Kunle Afolayan- Anikulapo

Loukman Ali- Brotherhood

Mugisha Herbert Morris- Tembele

Obi Emelonye- Black Mail

Tolu Ajayi, Fiyin Gambo, Ifeoma Chukwuogo, James Omokwe- Diiche

Multichoice Talent Factory Film

A Quiet Intruder

Cheza

Leaked

Revisit

Stinger

Strings

Best Indigenous Language – Swahili

Daniel Manege- Mpiganaji

Freddy Feruzi- Dau

Malcom Hamisi- Barakatatu

Philip Karanja Njenga- Click Click Bang

Phoebe Ruguru & Njue Kevin- Safari

Wilson Nkya- Mvanmizi – The Intruder

Wilson Nkya & Jane Moshi- Frida

Best Indigenous Language – Yoruba

Funmi Bank Anthony Abdullahi Abdulrasaq- Abebi Seranko Seniyan

Karamot Adeboye- Morenikeji

Kunle Afolayan- Anikulapo

Okusanya Bayonle Samson- Mr Raji

Ololade Tijani-Ebong- Ogeere

Best Indigenous Language – Hausa

Abubakar Bashir Maishadda- Aisha

Evans Ejiogu- Kwana Casa’in

Nancy Yiljep- Guzama

Ty Shaban- Lulu Da Andalu

Best Indigenous Language – Igbo

Brown Ene, Victor Onwudiwe, Ben Cassie- Ifediche

Shileold A. Ibironke- Ijeoma

Shileold A. Ibironke- Ego Mbute

Trinity Ugonabo- The Bride Price (imego)

Victor Iyke- Uhuruchi

Best Overall Movie

Femi Adebayo- King of Thieves (Agesinkole)

Funke Akindele- Battle on Buka Street

Jade Osiberu- Brotherhood

Kayode Kasum- Ile Owo

Kunle Afolayan- Anikulapo

Mugisha Herbert Morris- Tembele

Winifred Mena-Ajakpovi- Four Four Forty Four

 

AMVCA Showdown: The Drama and Twists Tonight

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AMVCA Showdown: The Drama and Twists Tonight

The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) is here, and it promises to be a night of drama, twists, and excitement as movie stars and their fans take the center stage. The 9th edition of the awards ceremony is highly anticipated, and lovers of the show are gearing up for a night of glitz and glamour.

 

The activities leading up to the main event have been nothing short of spectacular, with a cultural night, runaway show, and nominee gala setting the tone for tonight’s awards presentations, head-turning ensembles, and red carpet events.

 

As expected, movie stars will grace the red carpet in their blaze of glory, with their eyes firmly fixed on the big prizes. However, only a few will emerge victorious, and the rest will have to contend with being losers. Regardless of the outcome, one thing is certain – tonight will be a night to remember.

 

The front-runners for the Best Overall Movie crown include Kunle Afolayan’s “ANIKULAPO,” which has bagged 16 nominations, “Brotherhood,” which has 11 nominations, and “Shanty Town.” Other strong contenders include Kayode Kasum’s “Ile Owo,” Mugisha Morris’ “Tembele,” and Winifred Mena-Ajakpovi’s “Four Four Forty-Four.” It remains to be seen which movie will carry the day.

 

The Best Actor in Drama category is one of the most coveted awards of the night, with nominees who have proven their mettle over time. Whoever emerges victorious tonight will undoubtedly be a force to reckon with in the industry.

 

In conclusion, the AMVCA promises to be a night of glitz, glamour, and excitement, with movie stars and their fans taking the center stage. The anticipation is high, and we can’t wait to see who emerges victorious.

Colleagues plan artiste night, fidau for Murphy Afolabi

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Colleagues plan artiste night, fidau for Murphy Afolabi

Colleagues of the late actor, Murphy Afolabi, will stage an artiste night programme for the deceased at the LTV Blue Roof Arena in Ikeja, Lagos, on Sunday, May 21, 2023. This will be followed by fidau prayers at the same venue on Monday, May 22.

The 49-year-old actor died on Sunday, May 14, 2023, after he reportedly slipped in his bathroom at his Ikorodu, Lagos, residence.

The Osogbo, Osun State-born actor was subsequently buried in Ikorodu on Monday, May 15.

Speaking to journalists at the burial, the President of the Theatre Arts and Movies Practitioners Association of Nigeria, Bolaji Amusan, aka Mr Latin, had said, “Anybody can die. Murphy was not sick, as far as we know. As you must have heard, he went to have his bath, slipped and died. The news of his death came as a rude shock to us, and is a great loss to the industry.”

 

FCMB Founder, Subomi Balogun Is Dead

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FCMB Founder, Subomi Balogun Is Dead

The founder of FCMB, Michael Olasubomi Balogun, has died.

He died in London Friday morning.

 

Let court decide Nigeria’s president, Obi tells US

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Let court decide Nigeria’s president, Obi tells US

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the just concluded General Election, Peter Obi, has faulted the call made by the US Secretary of the State, Antony J. Blinken, to President-elect, Bola Tinubu, adding that he should let the court decide the legitimate president of Nigeria.

Obi said this in a series of tweets on his verified Twitter handle while reacting to the conversation between Tinubu and Blinken on Friday.

Blinken had pledged stronger ties between the US and Nigeria during a 20-minute telephone call to Tinubu on Tuesday.

But the call had generated reactions from opposition camps, with the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, describing the conversation between Blinken and Tinubu as “demoralising”.

“I am in disbelief that Secretary Antony Blinken called Tinubu, a contradiction to the publicly stated position of the US on Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election.

“This is inconceivable considering that America, as the bastion of democracy, is well briefed on the sham election of February 25. To give legitimacy to the widely acknowledged fraudulent election in Nigeria can be demoralising to citizens who have hedged their bet on democracy and the sanctity of the ballot,’’ Atiku said on his Twitter handle on Wednesday.

However, Obi charged the US to await the full resolution of the ongoing judicial processes before tacitly conferring legitimacy on any contending party.

He said, “There is still a lack of clarity on the basis of the US Secretary of State, Antony J.  Blinken’s call to APC’s presidential candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu on May 16, 2023.

“It is thus of overarching importance that a beacon of democracy like the United States should not respond to political developments in Nigeria in a manner that faintly suggests taking sides.

“The final determination of the true winner of the election can only be made by the relevant courts of law,” he added.

The most fundamental tenet and core value of democracy is the rule of law.

“Nigeria’s democracy is founded on these principles which the American people hold dear. Without the risk of interfering in Nigeria’s domestic affairs, the U.S.-Nigeria relationship should be guided by the core values of democracy.

“Above all, Nigerians expect that the US responses to our affairs should be based on mutual respect, shared ideals, aspirations and interests which ought to transcend the considerations of any individual,” Obi wrote.

The former Anambra governor added that the “willful manipulation and falsification of the will of Nigerians as freely expressed during the February 25 elections cannot be overlooked by the true friends and partners of Nigeria.”

More so, the issues in judicial contention imply far-reaching violations of both the Nigerian Electoral Law and the Nigerian Constitution,” he maintained.

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