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Somkele Iyamah
Somkele Iyamah-Idhalama (born 23 March 1988) is a Nigerian TV and film actress and model. She is well known for her roles in '' 93 Days'' (2016), '' The Wedding Party'', '' The Arbitration'' (2016), and the TV series ''Gidi Up'' (2013–2014) and at the ''Toronto International Film Festival'' and ''Africa International Film Festival''. She is an ambassador for Multichoice's DSTV Explora, the widest satellite cable network across Africa. She has in the movie, A Soldier's Story 2: Return from the Dead - sequel to a 2016 multiple award-winning romantdramasama. Iyamah was born in Ika South Area of Delta State, to Andrew and Onyi Iyamah, both are of Ika (Agbor) origin. She is the third of four children. She was introduced to dance and drama by an inspirational teacher, Mrs. Abe while attending Grange School in Lagos. Somkele holds a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from McMaster University. Somkele volunteered in several shows for charity at McMaster and modeled during the holida ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
NdaniTV
Ndani TV is a web-based channel owned by GTBank. History Ndani TV was established in 2012 by GTBank to offer both entertainment and informative content in order to attract a youthful customer base. It was the first online video content vehicle launched by a Nigerian bank and has grown into a media company. Since its launch, Ndani TV gained traction with productions such as Frank Donga’s ''The Interview'', ''Skinny Girl in Transit'' and the ''Ndani TGIF show''. It has over 107 million YouTube views and over 443,000 subscribers at January 2021. Ndani TV offers its audience an insider's look at the African continent, Hence the name ‘Ndani’ which is a Swahili word for ‘Inside’. Productions TV Shows *''37 Questions'' *''Afrocity'' *''Fashion Insider'' *''Game On'' * ''Gidi Up'' *''Lagos Big Boy'' *''Ndani Real Talk'' * ''Ndani Sessions'' * ''Ndani TGIF Show'' *''Phases'' * ''Ratings'' *''Rumor Has It'' * ''Skinny Girl in Transit'' * ''The Interv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vector (rapper)
Olanrewaju Ogunmefun, better known by his stage name Vector, is a Nigerian rapper and songwriter. He has released three studio albums, including ''State Of Surprise'' and ''The Second Coming'' (2012). In anticipation of his second studio album, he released a mixtape titled ''Bar Racks''. '' Lafíaji'', his third studio album was released in December 2016. He also released a mixtape in October 2018, ''The Rap Dialogue'', in an effort to keep the spirit of Nigerian hip-hop alive. In November 2019, his fourth studio album, '' Vibes Before Teslim: A Journey To Self-Discovery'', was released. He is the voice behind a Sprite commercial that aired on radio stations across Nigeria since 2009. He also had "the longest freestyle rap in Nigeria" In November 2019, he signed a joint venture with Starstruck Management Inc and Create Music Group to release his 4th studio project Extended play titled " Vibes Before Teslim: A Journey To Self-Discovery" Early life Lanre was born in Lagos State ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seyi Shay
Deborah Oluwaseyi Joshua (born Oluwaseyi Joshua; 21 December 1985), professionally known as Seyi Shay (pronounced Shay-yee Shay), is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress. She wrote and produced three songs for the soundtrack to Konami's video game '' Crime Life: Gang Wars'' (2005). She also wrote "You Will See", a song that was included on Melanie C's third studio album ''Beautiful Intentions'' (2005). Shay wrote "White Lies", a song from Chip's ''Transition'' album. In 2008, she became the lead singer for the now defunct pop girl group From Above. The group signed a recording deal with Sony's Columbia Records and was managed by Mathew Knowles' Music World Entertainment company. In November 2013, Shay signed an endorsement deal with telecommunications service provider Etisalat. In July 2015, she signed a record deal with Island Records. In 2015, she signed a 2-year endorsement deal with Pepsi. Shay released her debut studio album ''Seyi or Shay'' in November 2015. It was su ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lara And The Beat
''Lara and the Beat'' is a 2018 Nigerian drama film, directed by Tosin Coker, starring Seyi Shay, Vector, Somkele Iyamah, Wale Ojo, Sharon Ooja, Shaffy Bello and Uche Jombo. The film premiered on 8 July 2018. Lara and the Beat is a coming of age story about the beautiful Giwa Sisters who are caught in the center of a financial scandal with their late parents media empire. The sisters are forced out of their privileged bubble and must learn to build their own future and salvage their family's legacy through music and enterprise. Cast * Seyi Shay as Lara Giwa * Somkele Iyamah as Dara Giwa * Vector as Sal Gomez (Mr Beats) * Chioma Chukwuka as Aunty Patience * Uche Jombo as Fadekemi West * Sharon Ooja as Ngozi * Shafy Bello as Jide's Mum * Saheed Balogun as Board Chairman * Kemi Lala Akindoju as Tonye * Ademola Adedoyin as Wale Ladejobi * Chinedu Ikedieze as Big Chi * Folu Storms as Tina * Bimbo Manuel as Uncle Richard * Wale Ojo as Uncle Tunde * Deyemi Okanlawon as Cashflo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linda Ejiofor
Linda Ejiofor (born Linda Ihuoma Ejiofor; 17 July 1986) is a Nigerian actress and model from Abia state known for her role as Bimpe Adekoya in M-Net's TV series ''Tinsel''. She was nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the 9th Africa Movie Academy Awards for her role in the film '' The Meeting'' (2012). Tony Ogaga Erhariefe of '' The Sun'' Nigeria listed her as one of the ten fastest-rising Nollywood stars of 2013. She gave birth to her first child, a boy. Personal life A native of Isuikwuato, Ejiofor was born in Lagos, Nigeria. She is the second of five children. Ejiofor attended Ilabor Primary School in Surulere and later enrolled at the Federal Government Girls' College in Onitsha. She also studied sociology at the University of Port Harcourt. On 4 November 2018, she announced her engagement to ''Tinsel'' actor Ibrahim Suleiman and married him four days later. Career Ejiofor initially wanted to work for an advertising agency. In an interview posted in ''Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2017 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards
The 2017 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) was held on March 5, 2017 at the Eko Hotels and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Nominees were revealed on December 14, 2016. In the event, Several top stars and top movies were nominated part of which was the movie ’76 got a record-breaking 14 nominations. Awards References {{Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards Entertainment events in Nigeria 2017 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 no ... 21st century in Lagos Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards ceremonies ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dumebi Iyamah
Dumebi Andrea Iyamah (born 18 March 1993) is a Nigerian-Canadian fashion designer born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. She is the founder and CEO of the fashion label Andrea Iyamah that caters to bridal, swimwear and ready-to-wear lines. She is known for her take on women's fashion and swimwear, which has been worn by celebrities such as Michelle Obama, Kate Hudson, Gabrielle Union, Ciara, and Issa Rae. Early life and education Iyamah was born in Lagos, to Andrew and Onyi Iyamah both of Ika (Agbor) origin as the fourth of four children. She attended Grange School in Lagos. She holds a bachelor's degree in Communication and Multimedia from McMaster University. She began her fashion brand Ontario Canada during her study at McMaster University at the age of 17, she founded the fashion brand with the help and support of her family and close friends. Career Iyamah started building her fashion brand ''Andrea Iyamah'' at the age of 17. The headquarters of "Andrea Iyamah" is in Toronto ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eric Roberts
Eric Anthony Roberts (born April 18, 1956) is an American actor. His career began with a leading role in ''King of the Gypsies'' (1978) for which he received his first Golden Globe Award nomination. He was nominated again at the Golden Globes for his role in Bob Fosse's ''Star 80'' (1983). Roberts' performance in ''Runaway Train'' (1985), as prison escapee Buck McGeehy, earned him a third Golden Globe nod and a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He is the older brother of actress Julia Roberts. In a career spanning over 40 years Roberts has amassed more than 700 credits, including ''Raggedy Man'' (1981), ''The Pope of Greenwich Village'' (1984), ''Runaway Train'','' The Specialist'' (1994), ''Cecil B. Demented'' (2000), ''National Security'' (2003), ''A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints'' (2006), ''The Dark Knight'' (2008), '' The Expendables'' (2010), ''Inherent Vice'' (2014), '' The Institute'' (2017), and '' Head Full of Honey'' (2018). His equally vari ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Africa Movie Academy Awards
The Africa Movie Academy Awards, popularly known as AMAA and The AMA Awards, is presented annually to recognize excellence among professionals working in, or non-African professionals who have contributed to, the African film industry. It was founded by Peace Anyiam-Osigwe and is run through the Africa Film Academy. The awards are aimed at honouring and promoting excellence in the African movie industry as well as uniting the African continent through arts and culture. The award presentation is attended by numerous media representatives, celebrities, politicians, journalists, actresses and actors from all across the world. The AMA Awards is widely considered to be Africa's most important film event and the most prestigious film award in Africa. History The first Africa Movie Academy Awards was held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria on 30 May 2005. All other subsequent African Academy Awards before 2012 were held at the same venue, except for the 2008 AMAA Awards which was moved t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
AMVCA Trailblazer Award ...
The AMVCA Trailblazer Award is a special award given by MultiChoice to an actor through Africa Magic for outstanding achievement the previous year. Awards List of Awardees 2013 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards * Ivie Okujaye 2014 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards * Michelle Bello 2015 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards * C.J. Obasi 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards * Kemi Lala Akindoju 2017 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards * Somkele Iyamah 2018 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards * Bisola Aiyeola References {{reflist African film awards Trailblazer A trailblazer is a person who is paving the way in their particular field for future generations. Trailblazer may refer to: Sports * Derby Trailblazers, a British semi-professional basketball team * North Carolina Trailblazers, a US women's rec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ELOY Awards
ELOY (Exquisite Lady of the Year) Awards is an award for women excelling in their field of work. It was established by Tewa Onasanya in 2009. During the ELOY awards which was held in Lagos Continental Hotel in 2018, the convener Tewa Onasanya revealed that the nominees were selected from different walks of life and that there has to be a vote-count before anyone is duly awarded. In 2019, the ELOY awards introduced a new development, in which the awards for the very first time would be celebrating a man, the category will celebrate a man or male-owned company, which empowers and employs women, the CEO, Tewa Onasanya stated that there was need to improve on the previous editions. Some notable winners of ELOY awards in time past, are Adesua Etomi, Nancy Isime including BBNaija's Cee-C, Cynthia Nwadiora amongst others. Winners of ELOY Awards in 2017 Here are the winners of the ELOY awards in 2017: * Fashion Designer of The Year - Bisola Adeniyi, Lady Bida * On Air Personality - ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
