The recent communiqué from the 19 States Chapter Chairmen of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) endorsing the presidency of Mr. Ejike Asiegbu; has been countered by the recently inaugurated National Caretaker Committee of the Board of Trustees (BOT), headed by Mr. Kanayo O. Kanoyo.
It would be recalled that the chapter chairmen under the aegis of Conference of Chairmen, at a meeting held at Recozee Hotel, Warri, Delta State, on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, among other issues agreed that Mr. Asiegbu and his elected officers should remain the recognized National Executives of AGN.
They were also given three months, between June 24 and September 23, 2009, to conduct a national election.
A caveat also issued was that failure to conduct election at the stipulated time; they shall meet with the BOT, in Nassarawa State on September 25, 2009, to jointly form an AGNEC and immediately conduct an election within one month.
The communiqué duly signed by the 19 States chapter chairmen, further reminded the BOT, that its constitutional role is purely advisory and should act within the confines of the 2007 constitution of the AGN.
“In thanking the BOT, for having the interest of the guild at heart, we also want to make it clear that their action is unconstitutional, according to the 2007 AGN constitution, and therefore, null and void. The Conference of Chairmen is the Congress of the guild”.
In a swift reaction, the Caretaker Committee, in a release signed by Kanayo O. Kanayo, the interim president, questioned the authenticity of the three months given Mr. Asiegbu, to conduct an election by the Conference of Chairmen.
“Mr. Asiegbu dissolved and disbanded the Conference of Chairmen on June 1, 2006, at what point was the body reconstituted? Why would the same body that Mr. Asiegbu accused of fraud, intimidation, incompetence, nocturnal meetings and various acts of corruption suddenly become too credible, relevant and proper for the extension of his long expired tenure? In the final analysis, the Caretaker Executives shall conduct its duties within the six months period arrogated it to conduct the AGN presidential election and duly hand over to the next AGN executives…”
We would definitely keep you readers posted as the AGN crisis, which has also polarized Nollywood rages on.
Viewers hail Koko Mansion’s kokolettes
Since hitting the airwaves exclusively on HITV, millions of viewers have been applauding Koko Mansion and the twelve beautiful kokolettes thrilling daily in the widely acclaimed reality show. Expectedly too, Koko Mansion being powered by Toyin Zubair and his dedicated team, kicked off on a high note.
Also being supported by Nigerian Breweries Plc’s brands, Star and Maltina and Jagal Group, makers of Tetmosol, the recent unveiling ceremony of Koko Mansion was characterized by pomp, razzmatazz and blitz. At exactly 5pm, the show hostess, Mariam Anazodo opened the Koko Mansion, bringing to an end, weeks of suspense. But then, the suspense, intrigues, counter intrigues and drama have just begun. The deft way she handled the ‘opening ceremony’ further wetted the appetite of viewers all over the country and the U K where signals of the show is being received.
The girls started arriving at about 6pm and they spent some time familiarizing themselves with the awesome mansion. Mariam was on hand to make the transition smooth. D’banj, the hip-hop superstar who is playing a vital role in the Koko Mansion, paid his first visit to the mansion immediately. Trust D’banj, it was fun and wit all the time he spent with the excited girls.
For eight weeks, the Kokolettes will be in the mansion to determine who the ideal Kokolette is. However, there will not be any eviction this week as the Kokolettes are busy getting used to one another. From this week, interesting fun tasks will be introduced in the build up to finding the number one Kokolette. The winner of the reality show will walk home with N5 million in cash, a luxury car and a Chris Aires diamond ring, among other goodies.
The lucky Kokolettes currently serenading viewers on Koko TV channel are: Rekana Ojong, Rita Igbinedion, Victoria Oloye, Shona Merenu, Mercy Bruno and Lilian Ebehohon.
Others include: Elizabeth Era, Chioma Akuezue, Chinwe Ukadike, Chidinma Mbalazo, Bolanle Okhiria and Bidemi Jolayemi
Inyanya to release video of Love Truly
Inyanya Mbuk, the winner of the inaugural edition of the MTN Project Fame West Africa, is set to hit the Nigerian music scene with an awe-inspiring music video of his hit single, ‘Love Truly.’
The Calabar-born artiste, who has enjoyed a smooth entrant into the country’s music scene since emerging the ultimate winner of the keenly contested music reality TV show, has been the toast of other artistes as his hit singles continue to enjoy regular air play and acceptance among the teeming youths in the country.
In an interview during the Lagos audition for Season Two of the MTN Project Fame West Africa, Inyanya said that the music video was a true reflection of the message of the song, ‘Love Truly’. He explained that the song depicts life experiences of lovers who have everything going on well with their relationships and how people should encourage love and meaningful relationships. It talks about love, passion, emotions and betrayals.
Inyanya explained: “A lot has happened in my life which I feel I should communicate to people through my music. It is the only way I can express myself to the world about some issues in the society. I am out to do good music and not hype, therefore I want somebody to play my music and learn something from it.”
The video, which is expected to hit the TV screens anytime soon has long been awaited by his fans considering the success and appeal created by his two hit singles, ‘Love Truly’ and ‘No Time’ (featuring Face). M-Squad Media, a top rated Nigerian music outfit, produced and directed the video to fit perfectly into the global demand for exciting and colourful recording.
‘Love Truly’ is Inyanya’s first hit track, which was composed while in the MTN Project Fame West Africa Academy. That musical talent hunt show marked the beginning of a new chapter in Inyanya’s life, having emerged the winner of the ultimate prize of N2.5 million cash, a Toyota RAV 4 and a one-year recording deal. For the ‘Golden Boy’, as he is fondly called by fans, it is not only about the prizes as God’s grace, hard work and some of the valued he had picked from the Project Fame Academy have sufficiently shaped his career.
Reflecting on his days at the Project Fame Academy, the handsome songster admitted that MTN Project Fame has taught him a lot in music and how to handle the challenges of stardom.
In his words: “I now have more understanding of song writing. The show has really changed my musical performance, particularly my style of performing. It has also changed my moral life because of the everyday lessons and tasks from the Principal, Mummy J (Joke Silva), and all that we got to learn from her. In fact, if I began to say everything I have learnt in the Project Fame, I will continue to talk for years,” he said.
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