Applause as MultiChoice unveils single view DStv HD Decoder in Nigeria

MD MultiChoice, John Ugbe

MultiChoice recently unveiled yet another innovation milestone in Nigeria with the launch of its first HD single view decoder.

A statement sent to SHOWBIZPLUSng stated that the DStv HD Decoder delivers great HD signals and Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound accessible to DStv subscribers.

The DStv HD decoder will replace the existing standard definition single view decoder.

I can't control my crush on Genevieve Nnaji, Rita Dominic - Mr. Nigeria

Emmanuel

25-year-old actor and model, Emmanuel Ikubese is the current Mr. Nigeria. He also emerged second and the most stylish of all the contestants at the Mr. World contest which took place in Riviera International Conference Centre, Torbay, UK, recently.

In this interview monitored by SHOWBIZPLUSng, the Delta State-born entertainer shared the memories of his experience at the contest, dreams, upbringing and huge love for Nollywood divas, Genevieve Nnaji and Rita Dominic.

Applause as Ejike Asiegbu finally returns to Nollywood

Ejike Asiegbu

The nation’s film industry otherwise known as Nollywood was agog recently when the news filtered in that one of its top stars and veteran actor, Ejike Asiegbu, has finally returned to action, starring in a big budget movie, after some  years of sabbatical.

SHOWBIZPLUSNG, learnt that the movie, an initiative of the Association of Movie Producers (AMP), is being directed by fellow actor Desmond Elliot.

Excitement in Nollywood as London prepares to host ZAFAA…Partners British Film Institute, others

L-R: Sam Anwuzia and Yetunde Oduwole

There is palpable excitement in Nollywood as the city of London prepares to host this year’s edition of the annual ZAFAA Global awards amid glitz and grandeur.

This year’s event, a three-day affair, SHOWBIZPLUSng exclusively gathered has been scheduled to begin on Thursday, November 6 and climaxes on Saturday, 8, with the awards night at the deluxe Grange Hotel, St. Paul.

The duo of Klint Da Drunk and Princess Deun will anchor this year’s gathering.
It will be preceded by a business/investment forum, youth education and empowerment seminar at
the BFI Imax.

Meanwhile, the nomination party is expected to hold in Nigeria this October.

Movie buffs excited as Yvonne Nelson's Single, Married and Complicated hits cinemas August 15

Yvonne Nelson

SHOWBIZPLUSng can authoritatively report that there is palpable excitement among movie buffs as Yvonne Nelson's latest flick, Single, Married and Complicated hits cinemas across Nigeria on Friday, August 15, 2014. 

The hilarious and thought-provoking movie is the sequel to the very successful Single and Married which hit cinemas in 2012.

Photo of the day: Nigerian wonder!

Acrobatic dance group, Scatter and Sons thrilling guests at the recently held ESA 2014

Photo News: GOtv storms Ogun State, launches in Abeokuta with razzmatazz

L-R: Akinola Salu, General Manager, Sales and Distribution, MultiChoice Nigeria; Elizabeth Amkpa, General Manager, GOtv; Oludare Kafar, Marketing Manager, GOtv and Efe Obiomah, Public Relations Manager, GOtv during the Media Launch of GOtv in Abeokuta, Ogun State today, August 1, 2014.

Exclusive Photo from ESA 2014: Okey Bakassi, Azuh Amatus rock red carpet with swag !

L-R: Azuh Amatus and Okey Bakassi at ESA 2014 and third anniversary of EE/SE in Lagos...recently

Phyno in trouble for visiting strip club

Phyno

Reigning rapper, Phyno was recently berated and disgraced by his disappointed fans after a picture of him in a strip club became the subject of public discussion.

SHOWBIZPLUSng learnt that torrents of abuses were hauled at the rapper who is currently in Texas, US, relaxing and frolicking with daughters of eve.

Lagos stands still as leading entertainers thrilled at ESA 2014

Opa Williams (m) receiving his ESA plaque from Okey Bakassi and Benita Nzeribe as other entertainers cheer on at the event.

As already anticipated, the bubbly city of Lagos was completely shut down on Sunday, July 27, when the maiden edition of Express Star Awards (ESA) held amid glitz, glamour and grandeur with A-List entertainers, celebrities and leading Nigerians from different walks of life in attendance.

The well-attended event that was celebrated alongside the third anniversary of the nation’s hottest and most sought after tabloids, Entertainment Express and Sunday Express was graciously and professionally anchored by leading Nollywood actor and voice over guru, Segun Arinze.

In fact, not even the heavy downpour that lasted for over two hours could stop celebrities and other invited guests from trooping into upscale Coliseum Events Centre, venue of the double celebrations, situated in the heart of Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos.

The over-subscribed event that saw elated guests and fans of EE/SE coming from all parts of the country, officially kicked off with the black carpet/cocktail sessions at exactly 5.p.m.

SHOWBIZPLUSng gathered that the massive carpet supplied by Abelinis-The Project Intelligent Company afforded stars and guests, (fans) the rare opportunity to mingle and take photographs together without inhibitions.

Photo: When stars,celebs rocked @ ESA 2014

Leading entertainers and celebs cutting the EE/SE third anniversary cake at ESA 2014 with management of Express Multimedia Limited...recently

MDA 8: Lagos contestants rock…As 11 qualify for next stage

Crowd at the Lagos audition

SHOWBIZPLUSng can authoritatively report that the atmosphere at the National Art Theatre Lagos, venue of the Maltina Dance All Season eight (MDA8) audition was charged as thousands of contestants rocked the dance stage with the new dance style Rhythm of Happiness Dance (ROHD) as the quest for places in the Maltina Academy heats up.

 The ROHD dance is a new easy to learn hip-hop dance style that reflects contemporary pop culture. The new dance style is a prelude to the popular family dance show, MDA season eight tagged “The Rhythm of Happiness.” 

Naeto C still celebrating arrival of second child

Naeto C

 It is no longer news that rapper Naeto C and his entire household are still celebrating the recent arrival of his second child. What is perhaps news, SHOWBIZPLUSng gathered is the fact that his political heavyweight mum, Kema Chikwe, has joined the long list of family members rejoicing over the arrival of the baby girl in the Chikwe’s clan.

In fact, the ‘Kini Big Deal’ crooner and his wife Nicole are still in party mood since the baby arrived.