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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] |
Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards
''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] |
King Of Boys
''King of Boys'' is a 2018 Nigerian crime political thriller film written, co-produced and directed by Kemi Adetiba. It is the second movie directed by Kemi Adetiba following the release of '' The Wedding Party''. It reunites Kemi Adetiba with Adesua Etomi and Sola Sobowale, after they worked together in her directorial debut, '' The Wedding Party''. The movie is focused on power tussle and stars rappers Illbliss and Reminisce in their movie debut roles. Other casts member include Paul Sambo, Osas Ajibade Ighodaro, Toni Tones, Sani Muazu, Demola Adedoyin and Akin Lewis. Plot ''King of Boys'' tells the story of Alhaja Eniola Salami (played by Sola Sobowale), a businesswoman and philanthropist with a promising political future. She is drawn into a struggle for power, which in turn threatens everything around her as a result of her growing political ambitions. To come out of this on top, she is caught up in a game of trust, not knowing whom she really has to lhas ook up to, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
We Don’t Live Here Anymore (2018 Film)
''We Don't Live Here Anymore'' is a 2018 Nigerian film directed by Tope Oshin and produced by Olumide Makanjuola, Bose Oshin and Tope Oshin. The drama is based on the story of two LGBT high school students Chidi Egwuonwu (Temidayo Akinboro) and Tolu Bajulaye (Francis Sule). The boys are in love with each other and have to deal with discrimination regarding their relationship. In 2018, ''We Don't Live Here Anymore'' won two awards (Movie of the Year and Tope Oshin for Director of the Year) during the 10th edition of the 2018 Best of Nollywood Awards (BON). The film stars Osas Ighodaro as Leslie, Omotunde Adebowale David as Ms. Wilson Francis Sule, Temidayo Akinboro, Funlola Aofiyebi, and Katherine Obiang. The movie premiered in Lagos at IMAX Cinemas, Lekki on October 14, 2018. The film was sponsored by The Initiative For Equal Rights (TIERS). Plot Two students who are in love with each other are caught in a sexual relationship on the premises of Prominence High School. Nik ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Real Yoruba Demons
''The'' () is a grammatical article in English, denoting persons or things that are already or about to be mentioned, under discussion, implied or otherwise presumed familiar to listeners, readers, or speakers. It is the definite article in English. ''The'' is the most frequently used word in the English language; studies and analyses of texts have found it to account for seven percent of all printed English-language words. It is derived from gendered articles in Old English which combined in Middle English and now has a single form used with nouns of any gender. The word can be used with both singular and plural nouns, and with a noun that starts with any letter. This is different from many other languages, which have different forms of the definite article for different genders or numbers. Pronunciation In most dialects, "the" is pronounced as (with the voiced dental fricative followed by a schwa) when followed by a consonant sound, and as (homophone of the archaic pron ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New Money (2018 Film)
''New Money'' is a 2018 Nigerian film directed by Tope Oshin with production by Inkblot Productions and FilmOne. It tells the story of a sales girl who dreams of becoming a fashion designer and subsequently receives an unexpected inheritance from her absentee father. Released in March 2018, it stars Jemima Osunde, Kate Henshaw, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Dakore Akande, Wale Ojo Osas Ighodaro and Falz d Bahd Guy. Plot Twenty-three year old Toun (Jemima Osunde), finds herself thrown into the world of the rich after her father (Kalu Ikeagwu) left his multibillion-dollar company to her in his will. She learns that her mother, Fatima ( Kate Henshaw) was legally married to her father, Ifeanyi, although, due to strong opposition from his family, the marriage was annulled. He remarried, this time to Ebube ( Dakore Akande), but they never had any children together. She ignored her mother and entered into a life of luxury which is threatened by her uncle, Chuka ( Wale Ojo) and his son, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Little Drops Of Happy
Little Drops of Happy is a 2017 Nigerian therapeutical movie facilitated by Pinnacle Medicals Speakout initiative in conjunction with Derwin productions with support from the American Embassy. The movie creates awareness about mental health, depression, suicide and how they can be tackled. The movie is written, directed and produced by Grace Edwin-Okon and Executive producer is Dr. Maymunah Kadiri it stars Ngozi Nwosu, Mercy Aigbe, Osas Ighodaro, Ayoola Ayoola and others. Synopsis The movie revolves around a woman who had to deal with domestic violence and unfaithfulness of her husband. She was mentally depressed to the Sathe of being called a mad woman. Eventually, she was able to save herself and her promiscuous husband. Premiere The movie first premiered at Genesis Deluxe Cinema, Lekki, Lagos on November 18, 2017. It was also premiered at Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island, Lagos State and nationwide. Cast Ayoola Ayoola, Ngozi Nwosu, Seun Kentebe, Ijeoma O ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Idahosa Trails
''Idahosa Trails'' is a 2017 Nigerian drama film written, produced and directed by Stanlee Ohikhuare. It stars Charles Okafor, David Schifter, Liz Benson, Osas Ighodaro, Kunle Idowu. It is based on the experience of an American Journalist Thomas Book (portrayed by David Schifter) who seeks to interview Archbishop Benson Idahosa (portrayed by Charles Okafor) based on his perception of the role played by Idahosa in the miraculous recovery of a popular chief in Benin City, whose recovery happened spontaneously after six years in a coma. The film was released in late October 2017 by Mighty Jot Studios in Benin City, Nigeria. __TOC__ Plot Thomas Book is on a journey to the ancient city of Benin, Nigeria, to shoot an investigative documentary on the secret rites performed during the coronation of a new Oba. He was unable to get enough information due to the high level of secrecy surrounding the rites. As he prepares to leave the city, he hears the story of a popular local chief who ha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gbomo Gbomo Express
''Gbomo Gbomo Express'' is a 2015 Nigerian Caper film, caper comedy film, written and directed by Walter Taylaur. It stars Ramsey Nouah, Osas Ighodaro, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Kiki Omeili, Alexx Ekubo, Gideon Okeke, Gbenro Ajibade, Ikechukwu, Ikechukwu Onunaku and Shafy Bello. The film is a Spin-off (media), spin-off of ''Married to the Game'', a television series, also directed by Walter Taylaur for ''EbonyLife TV. The film is centred on the kidnapping of record label boss, Austin Mba (Ramsey Nouah) and a socialite he meets at the club, Cassandra (Osas Ighodaro). The situation gets complicated for the amateur kidnappers led by Francis (Gideon Okeke), who has to deal with keeping his girlfriend, Blessing (Kiki Omeili) and his crazy sidekick, Filo (Gbenro Ajibade), as they try to get Austin's partner, Rotimi (Blossom Chukwujekwu) to pay the ransom. Plot Austin Mba (Ramsey Nouah), is the C.E.O of ''Rolling Records'', a label that's on the verge of signing a major sponsorship deal, br ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Department (film)
''The Department'' is a 2015 Nigerian romantic crime action film directed by Remi Vaughan-Richards, starring Majid Michel, OC Ukeje, Desmond Elliot, Osas Ighodaro, Jide Kosoko, Seun Akindele, Somkele Iyamah, Funky Mallam and Kenneth Okolie The film which is the first feature film from Inkblot Productions and Closer Pictures, produced by Uduak Oguamanam and Chinaza Onuzo. The film tells the story of a secret department in a business conglomerate, as its gang members blackmail top executives into selling their companies to the leader of the conglomerate (Jide Kosoko). Two lovers (Majid Michel and Osas Ighodaro) however opt out of the organization, but the group wants her back for one last job. She accepts against her husband's will, who consequently decides to sabotage the department in order to save their marriage. Cast *Osas Ighodaro as Tolu Okoye *Majid Michel as Nnamdi *Desmond Elliot as Effiong *OC Ukeje as Segun *Jide Kosoko as Chief *Udoka Oyeka as James Okolo *Kenneth Oko ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Tested
''The Tested'' is a 2009 independent feature film written and directed by Russell Costanzo and produced by Melissa B. Miller of Shoebox Pictures. It is based on the award-winning short of the same name. Chosen to participant in the 2009 Narrative Independent Filmmaker Lab & Independent Film Week in New York City, the film is one of only ten narrative rough cuts chosen by the Lab for its artistic vision and outstanding promise. Synopsis Log Line: A life shattering tragedy sends three people on vastly different paths to a similar goal of redemption and understanding. One year ago while on duty as a plain clothes cop, Julian Varone gunned down an unarmed teen. In that time Darralynn Warren, the teen's mother, has spiraled into a pit of despair, while his brother, Dre, has gone another route... ganglife. As for Julian, it's time for him to get back to work. It is a story about redemption, injustice of poverty, the cycle of violence and how these three lives, affected by a terribl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Notorious (2009 Film)
''Notorious'' is a 2009 American biographical drama film about the Brooklyn-based hip-hop artist Christopher "The Notorious B.I.G / Biggie Smalls" Wallace, directed by George Tillman Jr. and written by Reggie Rock Bythewood and Cheo Hodari Coker. It stars Jamal Woolard as Wallace, alongside Angela Bassett, Derek Luke, and Anthony Mackie in supporting roles. Biggie's mother, Voletta Wallace, served as producer on the film, alongside his former managers, Wayne Barrow and Mark Pitts. ''Notorious'' dramatizes key events in Biggie's life: his criminal lifestyle, his arrest and release from prison, his relationships with Sean Combs, Tupac Shakur, Lil' Kim and Faith Evans, his involvement in the East Coast–West Coast hip hop rivalry and his drive-by-shooting murder on March 9. 1997. Distributed by Fox Searchlight Pictures, ''Notorious'' was released in the United States on January 16, 2009. The film received mixed reviews from critics and grossed $44.4 million on a $20 million bud ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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