Star Nite honours, Funke, SSP, Somide

It was, indeed, a moment of glory, when several stars of the Nigerian entertainment industry gathered to celebrate three of their own, at an exciting and glamorous event, tagged: Star Nite Awards recently at The Prince of Anthony Hotel, Anthony Village, Lagos. 

 An Award designed to honour and celebrate achievers and the best of the Nigerian entertainment and broadcasting industries, saw the honouring of three megastars- the Nollywood diva, Funke Akindele, Afro Juju Creator, Sir Shina Peters and the bi-lingual Broadcasting   guru, Ambrose Somide in an ecstasy atmosphere that made the award ceremony to live up to its billing.

The ‘Star Nite Award’, which marked its maiden edition, was, indeed, enhanced by the festive mood provided by the end of Ramadan Season, as the venue for the event was agog with the presence of the ‘who-is-who’  in the Lagos entertainment and social circuit as they gathered to show support to the honourees of the night. The class of attendees was top-notch as guests included the likes of Mercy Aigbe and her husband, Asiwaju,  Essence, Steve Ayorinde, Mike Dada, Loye Hamzat, Biodun Kupoluyi, Gani Adams, the Chairman, Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government and many more, graced the event.

The honourees gushed, with excitement, as they were presented with their individual awards. They were, however, unanimously grateful for the recognition accorded them by the organisers of the show. Sir Shina Peters gave kudos to his fans, friends and families who have, continually, supported him and urged him forward in his musical journey. Interestingly, Funke Akindele thanked those who had believed in her and had continually stood by her all through the years. Ambrose Somide noted that the Nigerian entertainment industry was growing, in leaps and bounds and initiatives such as this formed a large part of the catalyst that will continue to speed up the progress of the industry.

Speaking at the event, Akin Adeoya, the MD, Hotel 1960 hospitality, noted that The Prince of Anthony was pleased to be a part of such a successful initiative. He stated that the group of hotels was committed to contributing positively towards the development of the Nigerian entertainment industry and The Prince of Anthony Hotel will continue to stage quality shows and concerts, in a bid to up the ante of the Nigerian entertainment sector.

The Star Nite Award was indeed a night to remember, as Sir Shina Peters set the guests on a roller-coaster ride of excitement with his powerful performances which lasted through the night.