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2020 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards
The 2020 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards was held on 14 March 2020 at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. The nominees were revealed on February 6,2020. There was 28 categories and seven of those categories were open to public voting. 21 of the categories were decided by the AMVCA panel of judges. The MultiChoice Talent Factory Award was included as a new category. Awards Winners are listed highlighted in boldface. References {{Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards Entertainment events in Nigeria 2020 in Nigerian cinema Africa Magic Africa Magic is a collection of Pay TV entertainment channels that focus on African programming, most popularly Nigerian series and movies. ''Africa Magic'', which started off as single channel of the same name, is a brand owned by M-Net and n ... 21st century in Lagos Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards ceremonies ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eko Hotel And Suites
Eko Hotels and Suites is a five-star conference centre hotel in Lagos. 09161518010 History Established in 1977 as ''Èkó Holiday Inn'' and built on Victoria Island, it is the largest hotel in Nigeria. It was designed by architect Oluwole Olumuyiwa in collaboration with Americans. It was subsequently renamed ''Le Meridien Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos''. L'Hotel Eko Le Meridien is part of the Chagoury Group of companies. Design The Hotel building comprises 825 rooms and suites in four multistory buildings, clad in white with views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Kuramo Lagoon. The hotel located next to the financial centres of Lagos Island Lagos Island (''Ìsàlẹ̀ Èkó'') is the principal and central local government area (LGA) in Lagos, it was the capital of Lagos State until 1957. It is part of the Lagos Division. As of the preliminary 2006 Nigerian census, the LGA had a p ...: Victoria Island. Eko Hotels & Suites has a sister hotel in Port Harcourt named Hotel Presi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bimbo Ademoye
Bimbo Ademoye (born 4 February 1991), is a Nigerian actress. She was nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy/TV series at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards in 2018, for her role in the film ''Backup Wife'' (2017). Early life and education Bimbo Ademoye was born on 4 February 1991, in Lagos, Southwestern Nigeria. She obtained her secondary education from Mayflower School and is an alumna of Covenant University where she studied Business Administration. In an interview with ''The Punch'' newspaper, she said she was raised by a single father who supported her chosen profession. Career In an interview with '' The Daily Independent'' newspaper, Bimbo Ademoye said that her acting career began in 2014 when she was cast in the short film ''Where Talent Lies''. The film received accolades from the Africa International Film Festival. She describes Uduak Isong as her mentor, who assisted her in getting into the industry. In 2015, Ademoye was cast in her first feature film ''Its ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Larry Gaaga
Larry Ndianefo, professionally known as Larry Gaaga, is a Nigerian songwriter, recording artist, music producer, and record label executive. He gained fame with the success of ‘Gaaga Shuffle’, a song he performed alongside Innocent ‘2Baba’ Idibia. Early career Larry Gaaga began his career in the entertainment industry in 2012 as the General Manager of YSG Entertainment, managing the career of rapper Vector. He went on to feature on one of Vector’s tracks, “Get Down” alongside 2Baba. That same year, he was nominated for ''“Entertainment Man of the Year”'' at the Nigerian Entertainment Awards. Gaga Shuffle In 2017, 2Baba released a collaborative track featuring Larry Gaaga, titled ''“Gaga Shuffle”'', the song was named after one of Larry Gaaga's signature dance moves. According to the song’s producer, Dapiano, the track was completely unplanned - it came about when both artists heard the track at the studio and was recorded within 30 minutes. It was the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daniel Etim Effiong
Daniel Etim Effiong, also Daniel Etim-Effiong is a Nigerian Nollywood actor and film director. Life and education He was born in Jaji, Kaduna State, Nigeria and had lived in Benin City, Edo State; Lagos State and Abuja. His dad was in the Nigerian Army. His father, former Lt. Col. Moses Effiong was granted official presidential pardon by the Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari alongside five others sentenced to life imprisonment in 1986 after the allegedly failed Vatsa Coup during the Ibrahim Babangida regime on charges of treason concealment against the regime and released in 1993 but without official proclamation and restoration of ranks and entitlements. In his formative years, he attended St. Mary's Private School, Lagos Island, Lagos and afterwards advanced for his secondary education at Government College, Ikorodu, Lagos. He thereafter proceeded to the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, where he studied and obtained a first degree in chemical engineering ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uzor Arukwe
Uzor Arukwe (born August 6, 1983) is a Nigerian actor from Abia State known for his role as Inspector Sam in a 2017 movie titled ''Sergeant Tutu''. Career Arukwe made his Nollywood debut in 2014 in the movie ''Unspoken Truth'' but however gained recognition for his role in ''Sergeant Tutu.'' His role as a private investigator in the 2019 movie, ''Code Wilo ''Code Wilo'' is a 2019 Nigerian movie about the political happenings of the 2019 Nigerian gubernatorial elections. It projects the need to give space to women and youths in the country's election. ''Code Wilo'' was produced by Hauwa Allahbura a ...'' also earned him more recognition. He received 2 nominations for ‘Best Actor in Comedy or Movie’ in the 2020 African Magic Viewers' Choice Award for his roles in ''Smash'' and ''Size 12'' respectively. Filmography Films TV Shows Awards and nominations References External links * Nigerian male film actors Living people 21st-century Nigerian mal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kate Henshaw
Kate Henshaw, also known as Kate Henshaw-Nuttall (born 19 July 1971), is a Nigerian actress. In 2008 she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her performance in the movie ''Stronger than Pain''. Early life Kate Henshaw was born in Cross River State, the oldest of four children. She attended St. Mary private school in Ajele, Lagos for her primary education. Later, she was admitted to the Federal Government Girl College, Calabar for her secondary school education. She spent one year at the University of Calabar studying remedial studies and then majored in Medical Microbiology at the School of Medical Lab Science afterward, LUTH (Lagos University Teaching Hospital) in Lagos. Henshaw worked at the Bauchi State General hospital. Before becoming an actress, Henshaw worked as a model, featuring in various commercials including a print and television advert for ''Shield'' deodorant. Career In 1993, Henshaw auditioned for the lead role in the mov ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zainab Balogun
Zainab Balogun-Nwachukwu (born 10 October 1989) is a Nigerian actress, model and television presenter. She began modelling at an early age after being scouted at 16.Ade-Unuigbe, Adesola. "Fab Interview: 'I Have a Little Crush on D'Banj' Zanaib Balogun, Ebony Life TV Presenter Talks Life, Love & Work". ''Fab Magazine Online''. February 7, 2014. December 5, 2014/ref> She has been featured in several international campaigns for different brands. She co-founded ''The J-ist TV'', an online entertainment web-series that highlights African culture and a range of topical issues; the series features interviews involving some of Africa's top personalities. Balogun works as a television presenter for EbonyLife TV, an entertainment television station, for which she currently co-hosts and produces ''The Spot'', the channel's leading talk show, with Lamide Akintobi."Zainab Balogun's Interview with Zen". ''Zen Magazine Africa''. 2013. December 5, 2014/ref> Balogun also appears as a presenter ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gabriel Afolayan
Gabriel Afolayan, (born 1 March 1985) also known by his musical stage name G-Fresh, is a Nigerian actor and singer. Education He studied theatre arts at the University of Ibadan. Career He is part of the renowned Afolayan entertainment family that comprises Ade Love, Moji Afolayan, Kunle Afolayan and Aremu Afolayan. As an actor, he won the Best Supporting Actor award for playing "Tavier Jambari" in ''Hoodrush'' (2012). As a musician, he is known mostly for "Awelewa" and "Kokoro Ife". In an interview with ''The Punch'', he described his musical genre as "Love ballad". Afolayan's acting debut was in ''F Opawon'' by Baba Sala. In an interview with ''Nigerian Tribune'', he stated that his music career started in 1997, while he was part of a group in Ibadan. He also stated that he has always been part of the choir. He has cited 2face, Banky W., Aṣa and Bez as influences. He rose to fame, playing the role “Akin” in a Super Story Series titled NNENNA. Personal life Afo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Efa Iwara
Efa Iwara, also known as Efa, is a Nigerian actor and rapper. Early life and education Iwara was born on 20 August 1990 in Ibadan, Oyo State to his Professor of Linguistics father and Librarian mother. He hails from Ugep in Cross River State. He attended Staff School, Ibadan for his primary education, and the International School, Barth Road, Ibadan, for his secondary education. He graduated from the University of Ibadan, with a bachelor's degree in Geography. Career Iwara started out his career in the entertainment industry as a musician in 2006 in a group called X-Factor with DJ Clem, Bolaji, Jide and Boye. Following the dissolution of the group, he released his first single and 5 track EP called Waka EP in 2011. His last official single was titled “Fall in Love” featuring Plantashun Boiz in 2014 He made his acting debut in a 2011 episode of Tinsel Tinsel is a type of decorative material that mimics the effect of ice, consisting of thin strips of sparkling mate ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elevator Baby
''Elevator Baby'' is a 2019 Nigerian drama thriller film directed by Akay Mason and produced by Niyi Akinmolayan. It was produced by Niyi's production company Anthill Studios, and stars Toyin Abraham, Timini Egbuson, Sambasa Nzeribe, Samuel Olatunji, Emem Ufot and Shafy Bello. ''Elevator Baby'' was listed among the highest-grossing Nigerian films of 2019. Plot Dare (Timini Egbuson) is a wealthy, entitled and unemployed engineering graduate whose father was killed in a vehicular accident. He drinks, spends time with his jobless friends, and is unthankful for his mother's financial support. On his way to a job interview, he enters a lift with Abigail (Toyin Abraham), a poor and pregnant domestic worker. Following a power failure, the lift stops and Abigail goes into labour. He helped her during labour and this experience made him change his lifestyle. Cast *Toyin Abraham as Abigail *Timini Egbuson as Dare *Shafy Bello as Mrs Williams * Yemi Solade as Doctor *Sambasa Nzeribe as S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nkem Owoh
Nkem Owoh (born 7 February 1958) is a Nigerian actor and comedian. In 2008, he won the African Movie Academy Award for "Best Actor in a Leading Role" for his role in the Nigerian film, "''Stronger than Pain"''. Early life Nkem Owoh was born in Enugu State, Nigeria. After his primary and secondary school, he headed to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta and studied engineering. Already, during his university studies, Owoh began acting in various television and film productions. Career He is also known for performing the song "I Go Chop Your Dollar" about advance fee fraud. The song was featured in the film ''The Master'' in which Owoh plays a scammer. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission banned the song. 20 In 2007 Owoh was arrested in Amsterdam, Netherlands (Bijlmermeer neighborhood in the Amsterdam Zuidoost borough) as the result of a seven-month investigation by the Dutch police dubbed "Operation Apollo". Owoh wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramsey Nouah
Ramsey Nouah (born Ramsey Tokunbo Nouah Jr.; 19 December 1970) is a Nigerian actor and director. He won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 2010 for his performance in the movie ''The Figurine''. He made his directorial debut with the film '' Living in Bondage: Breaking Free'' in 2019 and also went on to direct Nollywood classic '' Rattle Snake: The Ahanna Story'' which is a remake of ''Rattlesnake'' (1995). Early life Ramsey Tokunbo Nouah Jr. was born in Lagos on December 19, 1970, to an Israeli Jewish father and a Yoruba mother who hails from Owo, Ondo State. He grew up in Surulere, Lagos, where he attended Atara Primary School and Community Grammar School. He received a diploma in Mass Communications at the University of Lagos, after which he pursued a career in acting. Career Ramsey Nouah started acting in the early 1990s because he needed money for his General Certificate Education ( GCE). His acting career kicked off when he starred as Jef ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
