TV buffs are in for another good time this 2009, as Proudly Africa Nigeria, the leading content provider for television stations is poised to wow them and make this 2009 more interesting, fun filled and rewarding to them.
Also, as part their promise to viewers, they would be hitting the airwaves soon with a well scripted and suspense filled soap, entitled: Circle Of Three. Sultry actress Bimbo Akintola painstakingly produced it. It also aims at correcting the pressure usually mounted on women in their 30’s, to marry. Shedding more light on the project, Miss Akintola, disclosed that woman are treated in this part of the world like items placed on the shelves with an expiry date as regards the issue of marriage, thus the project would definitely help to erase the wrong impression. Other big acts in the soap include: Kate Henshaw-Nuttal, Ireti Doyle and a host of other talented thespians. It currently airs on AIT network.
Other new productions from Proudly Africa that are now on air include: Sistas, from Royal Roots and shot in Accra, Ghana,
Celebration of an Icon, Blaise, a music oriented programme with bias for tourism and
Crack house, a production of laughther incorporated. It is a comedy programme with bias for entertainment and beautifully packaged by Gbenga Adeyinka.
RoofTop Mc’s ready for Shout Tour Jam
All is now set for the maiden edition of the Shout Tour Jam featuring the popular rap music duo, Rooftop MCs of the “Lagimo” fame, as the lead acts alongside other performers and comedians with several side attractions.
According to the organizers, the itinerant music gig would be touring three universities in the South West region with dance repertoire, green carpet moments, photo sessions, album signing sessions, a music symposium and an interactive session with the RoofTop MCs.
The coming event is being powered by Davidhouse Multimedia Limited, and its already gathering momentum.
“The objective of the Shout Tour Jam with the RoofTop MCs, is to provide quality entertainment for the students of Nigeria tertiary institutions, extend the fans base of the Rooftop MCs, advocate against cultism and related vices, and boost the presence of the sponsors brands. The tour would feature shows/concerts by the RoofTop MCs at the Trenchard Hall, University of Ibadan, on April 9, the Main Auditorium, Redeemers’ University, Ibafo, Ogun State on May 7, and the Arts Theatre, University of Lagos, Akoka, on June 4, 2009, respectively.”
Entertainers unite for Aba Made concert
Eastern-based comedian Uche Ogbuagu better known as Mr. Talkinson, recently gathered his other colleagues in the music, movie and comedy sectors for the second edition of his wave making Aba Made show.
The well-attended concert, which held penultimate Sunday evening, at Binez Hotel, Aba, Abia State is still serenading the entire city. It would be recalled that in 2008, the maiden edition held amid glamour and accolades with several Nollywood stars, musicians, comedians and celebrities in attendance. In fact, the highpoint of the event was when the late Oliver de Coque mounted the stage to thrill the guests.
In the words of hilarious Ogbuagu, he decided to come up with the concept, at a time when entertainment had reached its lowest ebb in Aba and Abia State in general. "What we saw was far beyond our expectation. It was a total re-awakening", he said.
Continuing, Ogbuagu further disclosed that the recently held second edition came with a bang and even bigger and better than the maiden edition. He further added that the VCD and DVD of the first outing are already in the markets, and that the latest edition would soon follow suit.
He also paid tributes to the High life legend, late De Coque, whose exit took place last year, lamenting that his sad death, remains the greatest shock of his life.
Among the popular entertainers that thrilled alongside Ogbuagu at the concert were: Nkem Owoh, Okey Bakassi, KOK, Bob Manuel Udokwu and many others.
Florence Okafor gets busy
At just 18, youthful Florence Okafor is quietly making waves and climbing the ladder of success with her debut effort as a gospel artiste. The soul-lifting album of the angelic voice singer is entitled Ahurum-Gi-Naya, and currently an anthem on the nation’s airwaves.
The born again beauty, also combines modeling with her burgeoning music career. Currently in search of a good label and management team, the Arochukwu, Abia State indigene, is also optimistic that she would succeed by preaching the gospel through her music. And indeed, she is already doing that at the Grace Prevailing Ministries, Lagos, where she worships.
Miss Okafor, is also working towards a concert in the next couple of months and hopes to complete the remaining videos in her current effort soon. Gathered that she is already being compared with some of the nation’s leading female gospel acts, based on her vocal strength, maturity of songs and apt delivery. Keep a date with us for more on this emerging gospel diva on the move.
Nollywood stars gather for Vivian Ejike
It was the constellation of Nollywood stars and celebrities over the weekend, at the grand birthday bash of Amanda, the daughter of top producer, Vivian Ejike.
Ejike Asiegbu, the national president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), chaired the soiree, which held at the Fun Factory, Lekki, Lagos, amid glitz and grandeur. Amiable Asiegbu, who stormed the venue with his entire family, thoroughly enjoyed himself and threw banters here and there before leaving.
Top director, Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, who just returned from the Sun Dance Film festival, in the US, was there with his entire family and kept clicking with his camera. Leading female filmmaker and the host’s business partner Emem Isong, was also there with her entire family and friends.
Victuals flowed freely at the party and most of the invited guests spent quality time with Amanda, the 6 year-old celebrant and even lavished her with gifts; before leaving for their respective homes.
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