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Folu Storms
Ada Afoluwake Ogunkeye (born November 25, 1986) known professionally as Folu Storms, is a Nigerian radio host and presenter, actress, voice-over artist, and television host. Early life Storms was born in Aguda, Surulere, Lagos state. She attended primary school at Corona VI, then had her secondary education first at The Lagoon Secondary School, then St Leonards Mayfield in the UK and then proceeded to Aberystwyth University where she studied for a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) between 2005 and 2008. Storms later enrolled at the University of Bristol for her Master of Laws (LLM) in 2009. Storms has a diploma in Broadcast Journalism from Pan-African University. Career Radio and NdaniTV Storms began to work as a lawyer, before she started with the radio station 92.3 Inspiration fm in 2012. She competed for the MTV Base Africa's VJ search and she was one of the three finalists. Storms was later hired by the Nigerian company Ndani TV as a presenter and content producer where she ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lagos State
Lagos State ( yo, Ìpínlẹ̀ Èkó) is a States of Nigeria, state in South West (Nigeria), southwestern Nigeria. Of the 36 States of Nigeria, states, it is both the List of Nigerian states by population, most populous and List of Nigerian states by area, smallest in area. Bounded to the south by the Bight of Benin and to the west by the Benin–Nigeria border, international border with Benin Republic, Lagos State borders Ogun State to the east and north making it the only Nigerian state to border only one other state. Named for the city of Lagos—the List of urban areas in Africa by population, most populous city in Africa—the state was formed from the Western Region, Nigeria, Western Region and the former Federal Capital Territory on 27 May 1967. Geographically, Lagos State is dominated by bodies of water with nearly a quarter of the state's area being lagoons, creeks, and rivers. The largest of these bodies are the Lagos Lagoon, Lagos and Lekki Lagoon, Lekki lagoons in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
MTV Shuga Alone Together
''Shuga'', also known as ''MTV Shuga'', is a television drama series that was first aired in November 2009 on MTV Base as part of an initiative dubbed "MTV Staying Alive Ignite!". Its first two seasons were commissioned by MTV Networks Africa in association with The MTV Staying Alive Foundation, PEPFAR, the Partnership for an HIV-Free Generation (HFG) and the Government of Kenya, as part of a multimedia campaign to spread the message about responsible sexual behaviour and tolerance. The term ''Shuga'' is derived from the pronunciation of "Sugar" in Kenyan English. The series later became a hit and was aired in 40 different African countries before it was aired internationally in over 70 television stations. The drama was thought to be a very controversial series by the senior generation of Kenyans because it contained some scenes that contained sexually explicit content. It received a Gold award in May 2010 at the World Media Festival in Hamburg, Germany in the Public Relations ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic, also known as the coronavirus pandemic, is an ongoing global pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The novel virus was first identified in an outbreak in the Chinese city of Wuhan in December 2019. Attempts to contain it there failed, allowing the virus to spread to other areas of Asia and later worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern on 30 January 2020, and a pandemic on 11 March 2020. As of , the pandemic had caused more than cases and confirmed deaths, making it one of the deadliest in history. COVID-19 symptoms range from undetectable to deadly, but most commonly include fever, dry cough, and fatigue. Severe illness is more likely in elderly patients and those with certain underlying medical conditions. COVID-19 transmits when people breathe in air contaminated by droplets and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Venita Akpofure
Venita Akpofure (born 1 January 1987) is a British-Nigerian actress and video vixen. She gained prominence as a housemate in the fourth season of ''Big Brother Naija'' She plays the lead role of Nengi in Africa Magic's ''Unmarried''. Early life Akpofure was born in the United Kingdom and also hails from Delta State in Nigeria. She grew up in Benin, Edo State where she attended Our Lady of Apostles for her primary school before returning to England. She studied Accounting at Kingston Hertfordshire University in the United Kingdom. Career Akpofure played the role of Mimi in AY Makun’s ''Ay’s Crib'' and also featured in 2Face Idibia’s ''Ihe Ne Me'' and ''Mukulu'' by Skales as a video vixen. Prior to her stint in Big Brother Naija, she was best known for her role in ''Mukulu''. She has served as a brand ambassador for First City Monument Bank, Martini Rose and Mouka Foam. She is an ambassador for Hawaii soap alongside Mercy Eke and Sophie Alakija. She was a housemate ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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 now comprises seven channels. History Africa Magic was launched in July 2003 as a movie and general entertainment channel geared at showcasing Nollywood talent and African culture and couture. At the time of its launch it received high popularity amongst DStv subscribers, especially in South Africa and Nigeria. Thus the launching of a sister channel, Africa Magic Plus, was made possible. The two channels went on another brand identity and over the next decade, the brand expanded to include seven more channels comprising movies, television shows and general entertainment. Africa Magic broadcasts in more than 50 African countries. The channels include ''Africa Magic Family'', ''Africa Magic Showcase'', ''Africa Magic Yoruba'', ''Africa Magic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Showmax
Showmax is an online subscription video on demand (SVOD) service which launched in South Africa on 19 August 2015. Showmax uses a localisation strategy to take on established video on demand competitors with a focus on local content and partnerships with mobile telcos. In South Africa Showmax has managed to out compete eight domestic competitors. It continues to compete with international video steaming services Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video. Showmax is a part of MultiChoice Group (which itself is a spin-off of Naspers, owner of 30.86% stake in Tencent which owns a similar service, Tencent Video and iflix). Showmax's engineering team is based in the Czech Republic. Showmax publishes engineering and research articles on a technical blog. History In December 2015, Showmax expanded its reach to audiences in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and North America. In May 2016, Showmax expanded to 36 countries in Africa, taking the total number of countries in which Showmax ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Osas Ighodaro
Osas Ighodaro (Osariemen Martha Elizabeth Ighodaro; born 26 October) is a Nigerian American actress, producer, host and humanitarian. She won the Miss Black USA Pageant in 2010, and founded the Joyful Joy Foundation, an initiative that raises funds to fight malaria. She co-hosted the 2014 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards, and played Adanna (Danni) on the soap opera ''Tinsel''. Moreover, she won Best TV Actress of the Year at the 2014 ELOY Awards. Osas emerged as the highest-grossing Nollywood actress of 2018, and was awarded Best Actress in a Drama at the 2022 AMVCA for her role in '' Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story''. Biography Osas Ighodaro was born in Bronx, New York, United States, to Nigerian parents from Edo State. She obtained her first degree in broadcasting journalism with dual minors in entrepreneurship and theater from Pennsylvania State University. She further obtained a master's degree in fine arts from the Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University. She mov ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
MTV Shuga
''Shuga'', also known as ''MTV Shuga'', is a television drama series that was first aired in November 2009 on MTV Base as part of an initiative dubbed "MTV Staying Alive Ignite!". Its first two seasons were commissioned by MTV Networks Africa in association with The MTV Staying Alive Foundation, PEPFAR, the Partnership for an HIV-Free Generation (HFG) and the Government of Kenya, as part of a multimedia campaign to spread the message about responsible sexual behaviour and tolerance. The term ''Shuga'' is derived from the pronunciation of "Sugar" in Kenyan English. The series later became a hit and was aired in 40 different African countries before it was aired internationally in over 70 television stations. The drama was thought to be a very controversial series by the senior generation of Kenyans because it contained some scenes that contained sexually explicit content. It received a Gold award in May 2010 at the World Media Festival in Hamburg, Germany in the Public Relations ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
AMVCA
''Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards'' (AMVCA) is an annual accolade presented by MultiChoice recognizing outstanding achievement in television and film. The inaugural Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards ceremony was held in Lagos, Lagos State Lagos State ( yo, Ìpínlẹ̀ Èkó) is a state in southwestern Nigeria. Of the 36 states, it is both the most populous and smallest in area. Bounded to the south by the Bight of Benin and to the west by the international border with Ben ... in Nigeria on 9 March 2013, and was broadcast live in more than 50 countries. Entries into the award ceremony are films and TV series that have been aired in the previous year. Ceremonies Categories The following are the 2018 categories: Statistics Most nominations By a film 10 and up By an individual Most wins By a film 4 and up References External links * Awards established in 2012 Entertainment events in Nigeria Nigerian film awards Annual events in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jemima Osunde
Jemima Osunde (born 30 April 1996) is a Nigerian actress, model, and presenter. She gained exposure after playing Leila in the television series '' Shuga''. Osunde was nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 15th Africa Movie Academy Awards for her performance in '' The Delivery Boy'' (2018). Early life Jemima Osunde is an Edo State native. She grew up with her mother, father, and older brothers. She is the last child and only daughter of her parents. She studied physiotherapy at the University of Lagos. Osunde appeared in the film ''Jungle Jewel'' after being encouraged by her uncle to pursue acting in 2014. Career Osunde's first big break was her role as Laila in ''MTV Shuga'', appearing in the fourth series. When the show moved to South Africa for its fifth series, Osunde was written out for a year. She returned for the sixth series when it returned to Nigeria. In 2018, she starred alongside Linda Ejiofor in the second series of NdaniTV's ''Rumour Has It''. Osu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mamarumo Marokane
Mamarumo Marokane (born c. 1997) is a South African actor and presenter. She known for her appearances in ''Shadow'' and MTV Shuga. Early life Marokane was born in about 1997 tafelkop Limpopo province. She studied at CityVarsity School of Media and Creative Arts. She can speak English, Sepedi and Setswana. left, Mamarumo Marokane in the mini series titled MTV Shuga Alone Together in 2020. Career Currently she play Vuvu on Scandal with two children from previous boyfriend called Nhlamulo. Marokane gained prominence through her appearances in the Netflix series ''Shadow'' and on MTV Shuga where she plays Dineo. In February 2020, Marokane was named one of four rising stars by Pearl Thusi Sithembile Xola Pearl Thusi (born 13 May 1988) is a South African actress, model, and presenter. She is known for her roles as Patricia Kopong in the BBC/ HBO comedy-drama series ''The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency'', Dayana Mampasi in the A ... in '' Cosmopolitan South Africa''. She ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lerato Walaza
Lerato Walaza is a South African actress who appears in the TV series ''Shuga''. She was a recurring character who was still in ''Shuga'' when the series went into a nightly mini-series to highlight issues surrounding Coronavirus. The series is filmed by the actors and the story will be based in Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya and Côte d'Ivoire. Life Walaza attended Tshwane University of Technology where she graduated in drama. She came to notice when she was given the role of Zamo in series one of ''MTV Shuga''. She has the role of a young single parent showing the struggles of balancing life with bringing up a child even with the help of your mother. She was a recurring character who was also in series two. She has appeared in the movie "Letters of Hope" which was screened at the Johannesburg Film Festival in 2019. The latter film was chosen as the opening film for the 5th South African International Film Festival. In 2019 Walaza fulfilling MTV's educational mission by discus ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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