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Emotional Moment: Bbnaija Ex-Housemate Groovy Reunites with Family

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Emotional Moment: Bbnaija Ex-Housemate Groovy Reunites with Family

Henry Olisaemeka Orakwu nicknamed Groovy, a recently-evicted Big Brother Naija housemate, has reconnected with his family after leaving the house.

On Monday, September 26, the model and aspiring musician enjoyed an emotional moment with his family, and his social media manager posted the clip to his Instagram page.

In the video, Groovy’s family members rushed to hug him when they saw him.
No one gets left behind in a family, according to the video’s caption. For the first time, Groovy encounters his family.

 

 

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Prior to the Global Citizen Festival, Usher Toured Accra; see pictures

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Prior to the Global Citizen Festival, Usher Toured Accra; see pictures

Popular American Pop and RnB superstar, Usher was in Accra, Ghana, to perform at the Global Citizen Festival which took place on Saturday, September 24, 2022.

The Grammy award-winning singer who arrived in the country’s capital, Accra two days prior, immediately visited the BASIC International schools in the Chorkor community in Ghana — as part of the Global Citizens campaign to create awareness and raise funds for the ‘Defend The Planet’ project which is aimed at protecting the earth and keeping the sea safe.

Organised by the Global Citizens campaign, Usher was received by the school management and students from Grades 7 and 8, who encouraged them to be good ambassadors and ensure they excelled in their education. He also visited several sites in the Chorkor community, meeting with local traders and fishermen in that region. BASICS International — a global community-based intervention program, promoting literacy, economic empowerment, health, wellness and social inclusion, since 2000 has changed the Chorkor community — impacting over 300,000 through community outreach and so far, provided over 3000 educational sponsorships, of which half was provided to the girl child.

During his tour, Usher also visited the historical Cape Coast Town and made a stop at the Cape Coast castle — a sacred place which served as the point of trade for captives and slaves — where the singer took a solemn moment to reflect on the pain and suffering his ancestors had passed through.

Usher was live at the Global Citizen Festival, performing alongside other incredible African acts like Tiwa Savage, Gyakie, Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Stormzy, SZA, Oxlade, Tems and Uncle Waffles.

At the Global Citizen Festival, Tems Dazzles in a Stunning Lace Catsuit.

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At the Global Citizen Festival, Tems Dazzles in a Stunning Lace Catsuit.

Tems never hesitates to wear provocative attire. The Afro-pop star is best recognized for her fluid and relaxed style to dressing, where androgynous pieces and silhouettes are combined with striking hair and makeup, Y2K couture, and certified bops and sensuous vocals.

“Adieu, Salut,” a short film by Korede Azeez, will premiere on Netflix soon!

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“Adieu, Salut,” a short film by Korede Azeez, will premiere on Netflix soon!

Cinema Kpatakpata, the production company behind the critically acclaimed films “Confusion Na Wa” and “Lost Cafe,” is working on “Adieu, Salut,” a short film set to debut on Netflix. The project is written and directed by Korede Azeez. It is one of six winners of the Netflix and UNESCO African Folktales Reimagined Competition, and the only one from Nigeria and the rest of West Africa.

At the time of the announcement of winners in March, Ben Amadasun, Netflix Director of Content in Africa, said that thousands of entries were whittled down to 21 and then six. “It’s evident that Africa is filled with amazing storytelling talent that is ready to share their different perspectives and celebrate Africa’s rich culture and heritage,” he noted. “Congratulations to the winners—and to emerging filmmakers who didn’t make it, we urge you to continue your passion for telling African stories.”

“Adieu, Salut” is a lo-fi sci-fi story about a young girl who fights for control over her fate. Set in the not-so-distant future where everyone but the people of a small Fulani village uploaded themselves into a virtual world, the plot unfolds in a familiar but different world.

According to Azeez;

The film was the product of thoughts I had held for some time, so when Netflix made the call for entries last year, it wasn’t too difficult finding the right material to form the basis of my reimagined folktale. I submitted my entry, I got the email months later, and here we are.

I’m looking forward to viewers’ reactions after Adieu, Salut debuts. It’s wonderful to be able to make a statement through the magical medium of film, especially on such a big platform as Netflix. This story is dear to me and I hope the audience loves it as much as I do.

In producing the film, Kenneth Gyang, founder of Cinema Kpatakpata and the acclaimed director behind EbonyLife Studios‘ “Blood Sisters” and “Oloture,” said he was looking to give Azeez’s story “the care it deserved”, adding that post-production of the film is ongoing at Cinema Kpatakpata’s facility in Nigeria and finishing will be done in South Africa.

Korede is a talented writer and Adieu, Salut is a remarkable project. Cinema Kpatakpata has a slate of films to be produced over the next year and we are incredibly proud to have Korede’s film with Netflix as part of our exciting lineup.

New Video: Skales – Player Days

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New Video: Skales – Player Days

Skales shares “Player Days,” off his greatly lauded fourth studio album “Sweet Distractions,” and one of his most introspective tracks ever made. Shot and directed by Scar Productions, the video celebrates the singer’s love for his wife, featuring live scenes taken from their wedding ceremony which took place in Lagos on September 25, 2021.

Watch the music video below:

TG Omori directed Ayra Starr’s “Rush” music video. 

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TG Omori directed Ayra Starr’s “Rush” music video. 

Ayra Starr has delivered the official music video for her recent hit single “Rush.”

“Rush” is co-produced by Andre Vibez and Hoops. The video is shot and directed by the one and only TG Omori.

Watch the music video below:

Burna Boy Releases “It’s Plenty” Music Video

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Burna Boy Releases “It’s Plenty” Music Video

Burna Boy has shared the music video for “It’s Plenty“, a track off his chart-topping album “Love, Damini.”

Watch the music video below:

Doyin, Beauty, Beverly, Cyph, Liquorose, Tacha, and Others Appear in This Week’s Best Celebrity Photos

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Doyin, Beauty, Beverly, Cyph, Liquorose, Tacha, and Others Appear in This Week’s Best Celebrity Photos

Fashion and style keep the streets of social media alive with exciting celebrity photos daily. This week on Ranks Africa’s ‘Fashion and Style’, we selected our top ten best pictures on social media, which features celebrities like Doyin David, Beauty Tukura, Beverly Naya, Bright Cyph, Liquorose, Tacha, Dotun Oloniyo, Tiwa Savage, Tolu Bally, and Allysyn “Osiohazimekheifo” Audu.

DOYIN DAVID – IG: Outfit- @wear.asiko | Makeup- @glowwithlilian | Hair- @thebellestore | Photo 📸- @daetem_
LIQUOROSE – Hair: @hairess_gallery | Makeup: @nelphraimstudio | Skin: @rixariskinsecrets | Shoes: @shoesbyflora
TACHA AKIDE – 📷 @imediahouse
DOTUN OLONIYO – 📸 : @thelittphotographer
Tiwa Savage
Tolu Bally: IG – Outfit @2207bytbally | Photograher @__jade.mary | Hair @daves_classik | Shoes @renecaovilla
Bright Cyph: IG- 📸: @samueldavofficial | Outfit @lopa_men @lopafashion | Styled by: @styledby_isabella
Beverly Naya: IG – Photographer- @_wildone1 | Makeup – @polycarp_beauty
Allysyn “Osiohazimekheifo” Audu: IG – 📷 @kizitopng for @sesay__ | 💄 @a.j.i.d.e | 👗 @sewasimi | Styling @_emmanuelgoodnews
Beauty Tukura: IG – Outfit @krisasimonyeugboma | 📸: @oluwatobbie

Tonto Dikeh and Mercy Johnson Okojie stand out in Freak Vault’s newest collection.

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Tonto Dikeh and Mercy Johnson Okojie stand out in Freak Vault’s newest collection.

Nigerian fashion brand Freak Vault has launched its latest prêt-à-porter womenswear collection featuring Nollywood stars Mercy Johnson Okojie and Tonto Dikeh.

The collection comprises tops, trousers, long button-down shirts, pant suits, dresses, palazzo pants, bow tie silk blouses, work lady tops and so much more.

Adorned in elegant and vibrant pieces, the Nollywood stars show off the natural yet stylish and colourful pieces which focus on subtle and chic looks with lovely new textures, as well as signature designs to complement the new collection.

According to the creative director Phillip Ojire,

We worked with soft, breathable and all-natural fabrics to create these timeless and sustainable designs made to the highest of standards. Not only did we pay attention to details, we also ensured the finishing on the inside is as important as the outside. These designs will definitely keep you cool any time you wear them.

Pieces from this stylish and comfortable collection are available at Freak Vault stores nationwide and online.

See the collection below.

 

Africa Film Academy has revealed the 2022 Africa Movie Academy Awards nominees

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Africa Film Academy has revealed the 2022 Africa Movie Academy Awards nominees

The Africa Film Academy has revealed the 2022 Africa Movie Academy Awards nominees. The announcement was made on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.

Kunle Afolayan‘s 2021 Netflix title “Swallow“, Bolanle Austen Peters‘ “Man of God” received the most nominations with 9, including nominations in categories like ‘Best Actor in a Leading Role,’ and ‘Best Achievement in Costume Design.’ Movies like “Jolly Roger” (Nigeria), “Tembele” (Uganda), “Surviving Gaza” (South Africa), “Tug of War” (Tanzania) and “Road to My Father’s Compound” (Ghana) also received multiple nominations.

Nominees for the 26 categories in which films were submitted came from all around the continent, and the 2022 list of nominees reflects the brilliance of filmmakers from all over the continent.

See the full list below:

Efere Ozako AMAA 2022 Award for Best Short film

  • Enroute -Burkina Faso
  • Al-Sit -Sudan Astel -Senegal
  • A Lisbon Affair- Angola
  • Mamadou – Equatorial Guinea
  • Houminvi – Benin
  • Men-tally- Nigeria
  • Tender Threads – Morocco

Jubril Malafia AMAA 2022 Award for Best Animation

  • On the Surface – Iceland
  • Opal – Martinique
  • Kenda – Cote D’Ivoire
  • No Way Out – Uganda
  • Skin Like Mine –USA
  • PTD – Nigeria

Best Documentary

  • Taamaden – Mali
  • No Simple Way Home -Sudan
  • The Last Shelter – Mali
  • No U Turn – Nigeria
  • Transaction – Zimbabwe
  • Lobola, a Bride’s True Price?- South Africa
  • Africa Moot – South Africa
  • When a Farm Goes Aflame- Nigeria/Germany

AMAA 2022 Ousmane Sembene Award for Best Film in an African Language

  • Borga – Ghana
  • Tug of War – Tanzania
  • Tembele – Uganda
  • Surviving Gaza – South Africa
  • Alaise – Nigeria
  • Medicine Man – Kenya

AMAA 2022 National Film & Video Censors Board (NFVCB) Award for Best Nigerian Film

  • Man of God
  • Alaise
  • Swallow
  • Jolly Roger
  • Almajiri
  • Money Miss Road

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Young/Promising Actor

  • Emmanuel Afffadzi – Borga
  • Kebirungi Agnes Knight – Tinka’s Story
  • Amina Mohammed – Ayaanle
  • Maryam Waziri Salihu – Almajiri
  • Samke Makhaba – Surviving Gaza
  • Emmanuel Kuye – Ba Ni (Mud Clan)

Best Actor in a Supporting Role

  • Aphiwe Mkefe – Surviving Gaza
  • Wale Ojo – A Song from the Dark
  • Adjetey Annag – Borga
  • Tshamano Sebe – Angeliene
  • Toyin Osinaike – Jolly Roger
  • Segun Arinze – Almajiri
  • Josh2Funny – Money Miss Road

Best Actress in a Supporting Role

  • Lydia Forson – Borga
  • Samke Makhoba Surviving Gaza
  • Ijeoma Grace Agu – Swallow
  • Siti Amina -Tug of War
  • Maryam S Wazari – Ba Ni (Mud Clan)
  • Dorcas Shola Fapson – Man of God
  • Nse Ikpe Etim – A Song From The Dark

Best Actor in a Leading Role

  • Patrick Nkakalukanyi -Tembele
  • Daniel Etim Effiong – Jolly Roger
  • Gudrun Colombus Mwanyika – Tug of War
  • Botlhale Mahlangu – Surviving Gaza
  • Eugene Boateng – Borga
  • Deyemi Okanlawon – Swallow
  • Akah Nnani- Man of God
  • Aaron Adatsi – Road to My Father’s compound

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role

  • Euodia Samson – Angeliena
  • Bless Fortune – Road to My Fathers Compound
  • Osas Ighodaro – Man of God
  • Ronah Ninsiima – Tembele
  • Ikhlas Gafur Vora – Tug of War
  • Vanessa Vanderpuye – A song from the Dark
  • Nanfuna Sharon – The Wave
  • Eniola Akinbo – Swallow

AMAA 2022 Award for First Feature by a Director

  • Uga Carlini – Angeliena
  • York Fabian Raabe – Borga
  • Ogo Okpue – A Song from The Dark
  • Benedict Yeboah – Road to My Father’s Compound

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Director

  • Amil Sivji –Tug of War
  • York-Fabian Raabe – Borga
  • Bolanle Austen- Peters – Man of God
  • Vusi’Africa Sindane – Surviving Gaza
  • Uga Carlini – Angeliena
  • Walter Banger – Jolly Roger
  • Ahmed Farah – Ayaanle
  • Morris Mugisha – Tembele

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Film

  • Ayaanle – Somalia
  • Jolly Roger – Nigeria
  • Borga – Ghana
  • Angeliena – South Africa
  • Tug of War – Tanzania
  • Man of God – Nigeria
  • Surviving Gaza – South Africa
  • Tembele – Uganda

AMAA 2022 Michael Anyiam Osigwe Award for Best Film by an African-born Director Living Abroad

  • Tope Oshin – Here Love Lies
  • Obi Emelonye – Money Miss Road
  • York Fabian Raabe- Borga
  • Ogo Okpue – A song From the Dark
  • Robert Peters – The Scar

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Diaspora Short Film

  • Contraband – USA
  • Slow Pulse – USA
  • Skin Like Mine – USA

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Diaspora Documentary

  • The Rumba King – Peru
  • Wade in the Water – USA
  • The Sun Rises in the East – USA

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Diaspora Narrative Feature

  • Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story – USA
  • The Sleeping Negro – USA
  • Not To Forget – USA

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Achievement in Production Design

  • Tug Of War
  • Underbelly
  • Surviving Gaza
  • Borga
  • Swallow

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Achievement in Costume Design

  • Swallow
  • Underbelly
  • Tug of War
  • Tembele
  • Man of God

AMAA 2022 Award for Best Achievement in Make-up

  • Jolly Roger
  • A Song from The Dark
  • Surviving Gaza
  • Underbelly
  • Angeliena

AMAA 2022 Best Achievement in Soundtrack

  • Tembele
  • Ayaanle
  • Man of God
  • Surviving Gaza
  • Tug of War
  • Almajiri

AMAA 2022 Best Achievement in Visual Effects

  • Koi-Koi: the Myth
  • Tug of War
  • Borga
  • Tinka’s Story
  • Surviving Gaza
  • Alaise

AMAA 2022 Best Achievement in Sound

  • The Wave
  • Surviving Gaza
  • Swallow
  • Tug of War
  • Borga
  • Tembele

AMAA 2022 Best Achievement in Cinematography

  • Tug of War
  • Tembele
  • Ayaanle
  • Surviving Gaza
  • Borga
  • Road To My Father’s Compound

AMAA 2022 Award for Achievement in Editing

  • Jolly Roger
  • Angeliena
  • Tug of War
  • Borga
  • Almajiri
  • Man of God

AMAA 2022 Award for Achievement in Screenplay

  • Road to My Father’s Compound
  • Surviving Gaza
  • Jolly Roger
  • Tug of War
  • Borga
  • Tembele
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