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2011 Nigeria Entertainment Awards
The 2011 Nigeria Entertainment Awards was the 6th edition of the ceremony to reward outstanding contribution to Nigerian entertainment industry. It was held at Sharp Theater, Symphony Space, New York City on September 5, 2011. It was hosted by Funke Akindele and Julius Agwu. Awards Music ; Album of the Year *Asa – ''Beautiful Imperfection'' *Sound Sultan – ''Back From The Future'' *Darey – ''Double Dare'' *Duncan Mighty – ''Legacy'' * MI – ''MI2'' *Naeto C – '' Super C Season'' ; Hottest Single Of The Year * D’Prince – "Give It To Me" ft. Dbanj *Duncan Mighty – "Obianuju" *Ice Prince – "Oleku" ft. Brymo * J-Martins – "Jupa" *Wizkid – "Tease Me" * Dbanj – "Mr. Endowed Remix" ft. Snoop Dogg & Don Jazzy ; Best New Act Of The Year *Dr. Sid *Ice Prince *Mo’Cheddah *Tiwa Savage *Waje *Wizkid ; Gospel Artist Of The Year *Bouqoi * Frank Edwards *Kenny St. Brown * Lara George *Sinach ; Best Pop/R&B Artist Of The Year *Banky W *Darey Art Alade *Dbanj *Tuface * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nigeria Entertainment Awards
The Nigerian Entertainment Awards were established in New York City in January 2006. The awards recognize the contributions of African entertainers with a special focus on Nigerians. Ceremonies * 2006 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2007 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2008 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2009 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2010 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2011 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2012 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards * 2016 Nigeria Entertainment Awards Categories The following are the current categories as of 2016. Musical categories * Best Album of the Year * Hottest Single of the Year * Best Music Promoter * Best New act of the Year * Gospel Artist of the year * Indigenous Artist of the Year * Best Pop/R&B artist of the Year * Female Artist of the Year * Male Artist of the Year * Best Rap Act of the Year * Music Producer of the Year * Best ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ruggedman
Michael Ugochukwu Stephens, known professionally as Ruggedman, is a Nigerian rapper from Ohafia, Abia State. Career A graduate of political science from Lagos State University, Ọ̀jọ́, Ruggedman started exploring music in 1999. He produced his own songs and released two tracks in 1999, both which were well-played on radio. Ruggedman launched himself into the music industry in 1999, eventually becoming the most featured rapper in Nigeria. His albums are all released on his personal label, Rugged Records. Ruggedman has performed worldwide alongside international acts such as Sean Paul, Wyclef Jean, Akon, Maxi Priest, Kanye West, LL Cool J, T-Pain, and Nas. Ruggedman's record label, Rugged Records, signed its first act, singer MBRYO, in September 2012. MBRYO was featured on Ruggedman's "Ruggedy Baba pt 2″, produced by Blaize Beatz. ''Money Making Music'', Ruggedman's 2012 album, is a collaboration with MBRYO as part of a promotion for the new artist, with guest appearanc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mercy Johnson
Mercy Johnson Okojie (; born 28 August 1984) is a Nigerian actress, film director and film producer She went to a Rivers State Secondary School for her secondary education in addition to the Nigerian Navy Secondary School in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Right after her secondary education, she auditioned for a role in the movie titled ''The Maid'' and subsequently acted in other movies such as ''Hustlers'', ''Baby Oku in America'',and ''War in the Palace''. Early life Mercy Johnson Okojie hails from Okene in Kogi State. Born in Lagos State to a former naval officer, Daniel Johnson and his wife Elizabeth, she is the fourth child in the family of seven. She started her primary education in Calabar, Cross River State. Her father, being a naval officer, was later transferred to Lagos State, where she continued her education at the Nigerian Navy Primary School. She went to Rivers State Secondary School for her secondary education, in addition to the Nigerian Navy Secondary School in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pascal Atuma
Pascal Atuma is a Canadian-Nigerian actor, screenwriter, film producer, director, and CEO/Chairman of TABIC Record Label (a label dedicated to the less privileged but talented in Africa). Pascal was born in Ikwuano Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria. He attended Government College, Umuahia, and attended the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. He also attended KD Conservatory-College of Film & Dramatic Arts in Dallas, Texas, USA. He was also awarded a Certificate in Entrepreneurship Specialization from the University of Pennsylvania, in the United States. As a director, he's helmed most of his movie productions. As an actor, he starred in several of his productions, as well as other projects including 'Sweet Revenge,(Winner 2018, Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud, Just For Laughs “Eat my Shorts" Lions Gate Competition)." “Bloodlines” “LAPD African Cops” “The Other Side of Love,” “My American Nurse” “Faithfulness” and "Secret Past," Among others. Pascal's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Inale
''Inale'' is a 2010 Nigerian musical drama film produced by Keke Bongos and directed by Jeta Amata. The film which stars Caroline Chikezie and Hakeem Kae-Kazim in lead roles, is set in Otukpo and tells the tale of Inale and Ode, who are both in love with each other but their love is threatened by tradition as Ode must win a customary wrestling tournament before he can take Inale's hand in marriage. The film premiered in Lagos on 22 October 2010 and was met with mixed reception. It received five nominations at the 7th Africa Movie Academy Awards and eventually won the category for Achievement in Soundtrack. ''Inale'' has been said to be very similar to a folktale about Idomaland. Plot The film opens with a man telling his little daughter a tale about Idomaland. Odeh (Hakeem Kae-Kazim) and Princess Inale (Caroline Chikezie) are both in love with each other. however, according to the customs of the land, Odeh has to wrestle several other suitors of Inale in order to be able to ... [...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] |
Chet Anekwe
Chet Anekwe is an actor and filmmaker who was born in Nigeria and raised in New York City. His work spans Hollywood, Nollywood and the New York Theater. Filmography Awards and nominations Other awards *1997 AUDELCO award nominee, Best Performance in a Musical, Male for Chap Am So (The Amistad Story) *2006 'VIV' AUDELCO Award Winner Best Ensemble for Real Black Men Don't Sit Crossed Legged on the Floor (Collage in blues) *2011 Nollywood and African Film Critics Awards (NAFCA) Winner: Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Diaspora, Paparazzi *2012 Nollywood Film Critics Award (NAFCA) Winner: Best Actor – Diaspora, Unwanted Guest *2014 Nollywood & African Film Critics' Awards (NAFCA) award nominee, Best Actor in Supporting role Diaspora Film (When One Door Closes) See also * List of Nigerian film producers * List of Nigerian actors * List of Nigerian Americans This is a list of notable Nigerian Americans, including both original immigrants who obtaine ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
9ice
9ice, born Alexander Abolore Adegbola Akande (born 17 January 1980), is a Nigerian musician, songwriter and dancer. He is known for his powerful use of the Yoruba language in his music as well as his proverbial lyrics and unique style of delivery. Early life 9ice was born into a polygamous home of five wives and nine children, in Ogbomosho, Oyo State in Western Nigeria. He grew up in the Shomolu Bariga suburbs of Lagos. He dreamed of being a musician. His parents discovered his singing talent, and decided to allow him become a musician. Career In 1996, 9ice recorded his first demo, titled "Risi de Alagbaja", but it was not until 2000 that he released his first official solo song, "Little Money". In 2008, 9ice released the single "Gongo Aso". With the song gaining popularity, 9ice was asked to perform at the Nelson Mandela 90th Birthday Tribute concert in London in June 2008. He went on to win the Best Hip Hop Artist of the Year at the MTV Africa Music Awards. "Gongo Aso ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fally Ipupa
Fally Ipupa N'simba (born December 14, 1977), known by his stage name Fally Ipupa, is a Congolese singer-songwriter, dancer, philanthropist, guitarist and producer. From 1999 until 2006, he was a member of Quartier Latin International, the music band formed in 1986 by Koffi Olomidé. His first solo album was ''Droit Chemin'' released in 2006, which went on to sell over 100,000 units, and his second album ''Arsenal de Belles Melodies'' was released in 2009. In 2007, Fally Ipupa won the Kora Awards for Best Artist or Group from Central Africa. In 2010, Fally Ipupa won the MTV Africa Music Awards 2010 for Best Video for "Sexy Dance" and Best Francophone Artist. He won the urban awards for Best African Artist. Fally Ipupa was nominated in the Best Live Act category at the MTV Africa Music Awards 2014. He released an album named ''Power "Kosa Leka"'' in 2013. On October 10, 2022, Fally Ipupa's album ''Tokooos'' was certified Gold by SNEP in France, 5 years after its release. Early ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brymo
Ọlawale Ọlọfọrọ (born Olawale Ibrahim Ashimi; 9 May 1986), better known as Brymo, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, stage performer,actor and author. He started recording music in 1999 while in secondary school. He signed a record deal with Chocolate City in 2010 but was accused of breaching his contract with the label in 2013. Brymo released his debut studio album ''Brymstone'', in 2007. His second studio album ''The Son of a Kapenta'' was released in 2012; it was supported by three singles; "Ara", "Good Morning" and "Go Hard". His third studio album ''Merchants, Dealers & Slaves'' was released on 20 October 2013; it received positive reviews from music critics and was preceded by two singles; "Down" and "Eko". In October 2014, Brymo released his fourth studio album ''Tabula Rasa''; its lead single "Fe Mi" was described as a "soft traditional ballad". On 8 December 2015, Brymo released an eight-track compilation album titled ''Trance''. He signed an international di ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Olamide
Olamide Gbenga Adedeji (born 15 March 1989) is a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record executive. Widely regarded as one of the biggest and most influential artists in Africa, he has been instrumental to the launching of the careers of several Afrobeats music stars. He records in Yoruba and English. In 2011, he released his debut studio album '' Rapsodi'' while signed to Coded Tunes. ''YBNL'', his follow-up album, was released under his label imprint "Yahoo Boy No Laptop" aka YBNL Nation. The album was supported by the singles "First of All", "Voice of the Street", "Stupid Love", and "Ilefo Illuminati". On 7 November 2013, he released his third studio album ''Baddest Guy Ever Liveth''. The album's singles include "Durosoke" and "Yemi My Lover". On 17 July 2013, Olamide became the first Nigerian to sign an endorsement deal with Cîroc. Early life and musical beginnings Olamide Gbenga Adedeji was born in Bariga, Lagos State, on 15 March 1989. He is the second of three ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kemi Adetiba
Kemi Adetiba (born 8 January 1980) is a Nigerian filmmaker, television director and music video director, whose works have appeared on Channel O, MTV Base, Sound City TV, BET and Netflix. Education Kemi holds bachelor's degree in law from the University of Lagos. Early life Kemi was born in Lagos to Dele and Mayen Adetiba. She featured in a Television commercial for the detergent brand OMO as a child. Personal life Kemi got engaged to Oscar Heman-Ackah in January 2022, and they were married in April of the same year. Career Kemi started out professionally as a radio presenter with Rhythm 93.7 FM, where she became the voice behind two nationally syndicated hit shows: ''Soul’d Out'' and ''Sunday at the Seaside''. She started anonymously posting personal remixes online on various applications such as Spotify and Soundcloud under the username and tag 'hule'. She began to make a transition from being a voice on radio, to being a face on television by producing and pr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
