All is now set for the first ever Cultural Heritage World Festival of Beauty & Fashion holding in Namibia. According to the organizers, the event begins on September 28 and ends on October 7, 2009. Already, the city of Swakopmund, has been chosen as the inaugurating city, courtesy of the Miss Cultural Heritage World Organization. Surprisingly, 42 countries have confirmed interests to participate at the forthcoming event, thus making expectations to be overwhelming. As part of the activities lined up for the opening ceremony, the Cultural Heritage and World Festival of Beauty and Fashion cum the official international launch of the Miss Cultural Heritage World Organization will host its world premiere/gala and welcoming Gala on October 3, 2009, at the Swakopmund Hotel and Entertainment Centre. The gala will serve as the official introduction of the Miss Cultural Heritage World Organization to the world media, the international fashion industry and all
participating countries in a fundraising effort for humanitarian aid.
The event would also provide worldwide exposure and recognition for the participants, with the sole vision of: promoting culture, heritage and tourism. The 10-day event will also feature top fashion designers from the strongest fashion nations around the world, showcasing highlights from the current and feature seasons. Participants would also be given recognitions not only as individuals, but also as representatives of their countries, cultures and national fashion industries, thus acknowledging fashion as one of the most powerful economic forces around the world. “The Mayor of the city has expressed her support for this event that holds international interest, a prominent humanitarian aspect and a strong multicultural philosophy”, said the organizers.
Interestingly too, the organizers further pointed out that this would be the first time that the pageant will be staged in the history of the event.
“Once the winner has been selected, he/she assumes the role of a Goodwill Ambassador. The winner automatically becomes a famous public figure, thereby commanding attention.
As a Goodwill Ambassador, he/she has two roles. The first is to raise funds for charitable organizations in order to help less privileged members of the society. The second is to sensitize members of the public on issues that are detrimental to society such as: HIV/AIDS, drug abuse, child abuse, child labour, poverty eradication, gender equality, health, nutrition, environmental conservation and cultural heritage tourism.”
Alapomeji grabs ZaraPic-9ice, honcho of Alopomeji Records
With a combination of afro-themed beats and Caribbean vibes, American based Zara (born Margaret Mary Joseph, on July 30, 1985), is the latest addition to the Alapomeji family. Sassy Zara brings a refreshing mix to the already established entertainment company that boasts of acts like: 9ice, Ajayi Brothers, Streetwise, Snow and Keyifi. The creativity in her music boasts of an understanding and range that is more vivacious than debutante. With a style of music that is laced with heavy yet playful lyrics, Zara's down-to-earth but confident charisma and charm is what sets her apart from the pack. Her collaboration with Zaina on the monster track "naughty girl" has left many curious about this sweet sounding versatile artiste. Zara who is currently being managed by Toni Payne-Akande of Alapomeji, has a Z swagger popularly known as Zwagger that can be felt on such tracks as "The Flyest", "Mummy Mi", and "Su mo bi". Listening to Zara leaves you without a doubt
that she is the next best female phenomenon to hit the Naija music industry.
To listen to her current single “Flyest” visit her myspace at www.myspace.com/zwagger.
ZAFAA decorates patrons
Towards a better outing for this year’s edition of ZAFAA, holding in London, later this year, the organizers recently decorated some Patrons in London, at a colourful event, which held on May 29, 2009. According to Mr. Sam Anwuzia, the founder and prime mover of ZAFAA, those decorated were: Baroness Lynda Chalker of Wallasey. Christian Udechukwu of Business In Africa Event, HRH Prince (Dr) Bala of Golden Shield and Bishop Simon Iheanacho.
He further revealed that the Nigerian Patrons would soon be decorated at another elaborate ceremony at the New Chelsea Hotel, Abuja, on July 17, 2009.
Meanwhile, the event proper, which is currently serenading Nollywood, holds in London from October 20 to 23, 2009, amid glitz and grandeur.
Visit www,zafaa.com for more information
NABA set to unveil KAKA
Pic-Ernest Obi, Vice-President NABA
In the next couple of weeks, the executives and entire members of the Nollywood Association for Better Anambra (NABA), would be storming the troubled State for a week long enlightenment programme tagged: Kick Against Kidnapping in Anambra (KAKA).
Speaking at a recently held general meeting, which attracted several Nollywood stars from the above State, top filmmaker and the interim president of the body, Mr. Obi Madubogwu, said the aim of the walk, was basically to help sensitize and possibly put an end to the incessant cases of kidnapping in the once peaceful State. “ It is no longer news that Anambra, our once peaceful State is no longer peaceful due to the nefarious activities of kidnappers and other criminals. As concerned citizens living outside the State, we have decided to stage this walk as a way of making known our collective anger, disappointments and above all, the need for those involved to immediately say NO.”
Continuing, Mr. Ernest Obi, the vice president of the body, and also the Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), stated that he was optimistic that KAKA, would help restore normalcy to the State and also bring back the lost confidence of most indigenes living outside the State. “ We are no longer happy that as proud sons and daughters of Anambra, we can longer visit our towns and villages because of the fear of kidnappers. With KAKA, all these will stop, because we are saying enough of this madness. The State is losing a lot because of the rampant issue of kidnappings and we in the entertainment sector cannot just fold our hands and be watching. Hence, the need for this awareness walks through the cities of Awka, Nnewi and Onitsha soon.”
Leading names in Nollywood like: Charles Okafor, Teco Benson, Ngozi Ezeonu, Oby Edozieh, Benita Nzeribe and several others, aside gracing the meeting, also endorsed and applauded KAKA. “We want to bring back the light with this initiative and also calling on all the good people of our State as well as friends of our State to come and support this bold move,’’ Miss Edozieh, said.
Adeyinka plans grand burial for mum
Its no longer news that leading entertainer and one of the most respected comedians of the Federal Republic, Gbenga Adeyinka, The First, recently lost his darling mother. What perhaps, many are oblivious of, is the fact that Adeyinka, is planning a grand burial for his dear mum.
And in order to ensure a successful outing for the late madam Adunni Adeyinka Giwa-Bello, who died on May 20, 2009, Adeyinka and his siblings are already working round the clock. Info extracted from the very colourful burial invite, which is already in the hands of many of Adeyinka’s colleagues, friends and associates, says a Christian Wake keep, holds this Thursday, June 18, at the deceased residence, in Olodi, Apapa, Lagos. The Church Service holds the following day, at the Bishop Adelakun Howells Memorial Church, Surulere, Lagos, while interment follows immediately at the nouveau riche wing of the Ikoyi Cemetery.
The reception we reliably gathered holds at the lush open field of Eko FM, Ikeja, Lagos, between the hours of 1 and 7p.m
Also learnt that Adeyinka’s colleagues in the entertainment sector, especially comedians would be storming the event in a grand way, to further support one of their own.
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