Chris Brown No-Show for Court ... Still Scores Win Over Baby Mama

Baby Mama Drama

Chris Brown scored an early victory in his custody war with Nia Guzman that could end up saving him hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Chris was M.I.A. from the courthouse in Houston, but during the hearing the judge shot down Guzman's motion to move the case to California. Although Guzman now lives in Cali ... the judge pointed out she was living in the Houston area when the case was filed.

Brown's attorney opposed the motion to move -- most likely because California courts tend to award more money in child support cases than Texas. Remember, Chris is currently paying Nia $2,500 per month, but she wants to bump that to $15k.

The hearing's still going on -- the judge still has to hash out a custody arrangement, and rule on the gag order Chris wants to stop Nia from bad mouthing him.

Strange that Chris no-showed ... since he was already in Texas. He performed Thursday night in Dallas.Tmz

Excitement as MultiChoice teaches subscribers how to stay connected this season

This is definitely cheering news for DStv subscribers who want to experience the ultimate digital viewing experience during this holiday season. In fact, MultiChoice, Nigeria’s leading entertainment destination has urged them to make use of the self-service platform to resolve their queries.

A statement sent to SHOWBIZPLUSng stated that DStv subscribers who want to access more Self-service options can now dial *288*2# and follow the voice prompt, and subscribers who want to get more details of the various online payment options can log on to www.dstv.com for more information.

Applause as In-Short 2014 holds + Authentic winners list

Okhai with Stephanie Okereke at the estival

The fourth edition of the In-Short International Film Festival recently held at the upscale Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos amid applause and commendations.

Mbanefo at the festival

SHOWBIZPLUSng gathered that the hugely attended festival held in collaboration with Access Bank Plc, the International Film and Broadcast Academy (IFBA) and Goethe Institut, Lagos, respectively.

O’Jez boss clocks 50, holds Xmas concert

O'Jez boss, Odobeatu

On Sunday, December 28, entertainment entrepreneur and boss of O'Jez celebrity restaurants, Joseph Odobeatu will clock 50 years on earth.

SHOWBIZPLUSng gathered that several events have been lined up to celebrate the business mogul as he clocks the golden age. A family get together will hold at his home in Anthony on December 26, Boxing Day, while the D-Day, 28 will begin with a thanksgiving mass at St’ Dominic Catholic Church, Yaba, Lagos.

The birthday party will begin immediately at his Anthony home till late into the night.

Also, this year’s O’Jez Xmas Blast concert, scheduled to hold on January 4 at the celebrity restaurant, inside the National Stadium premises from 7pm, will be a continuation of the birthday celebration.

GOtv thrills subscribers with three Nigerian festivals

Sinach to thrill live on GOtv

This is cheering news. From this December to January 1, GOtv will thrill subscribers with a special broadcast of some of the best Nigerian Music Festivals of 2014 on channel 29, on GOtv Plus.

GOtv Plus subscribers can tune in to the special event pop-up channel for a front row view of Nigeria’s sixth edition of the Akwa Ibom Christmas Concert from 19-21 December.

October 1 now on DStv Explora

(R) Daba and a colleague in the movie

This is cheering news for movie buffs and lovers of quality entertainment.

You can rent and watch Kunle Afolayan’s multi-award nominated October 1 as it becomes available on Box Office on the DStv Explora from 15 December 2014.

October 1 which received 13 nominations in the forthcoming AfricaMagic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) is a multi-plot epic story which explores the psychological journeys of characters and events leading up to Nigeria’s independence.

Wow! Katy Perry emerges the most followed Twitter person of the year ...Wizkid leads in Nigeria

Perry

Katy Perry, (a singer, song-writer and an actress) has emerged the most followed person for 2014. It was the year that Twitter’s most-followed star Katy Perry  https://twitter.com/katyperry hit the 61 million follower mark. She is closely followed in second place by Justin Bieber on 57 million, and Barack Obama, who, with 50 million followers, is the third most-followed person in the world, and the most-followed political or world leader on the platform.

MultiChoice unveils DStv Now app

Sport, movies, series and so much more is now available anytime, anywhere, thanks to DStv Now, a new App across Africa that allows subscribers to watch Live TV, enjoy DStv Catch Up and view the TV Guide from their mobile phones and tablets.

The mobile app is currently on offer to DStv Premium subscribers with a PVR or Explora decoder, on both iOS and Android tablets and mobile phones through 3G, 4G or Wi-Fi internet connections.

Exclusive: How my wife died at Havana Hospital - Comedian, Elder O

Elder O and late wife, Charity

 This is definitely not the best of time for wave making comedian, Elder O, who lost his darling wife, Charity, during childbirth on Saturday, December 6, at Havana Hospital, Surulere, Lagos.

In an emotional chat with publisher and editor in chief of SHOWBIZPLUSng, Prince Azuh Amatus, during a recent condolence visit to his Aguda, Surulere home, the Abia State-born entertainer narrated to us in tears-filled eyes how his wife of barely one year died less than 24 hours after giving birth to a baby boy.

Leading entertainers, eminent Nigerians gather as Nollywood Health Convention and Awards hold today

Nollywood stars

After weeks of painstaking planning, all is now set for the third edition of the annual Nollywood Health Convention and Awards holding inside the main bowl of the National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos, today Sunday, December 7, 2014.

The laudable initiative SHOWBIZPLUSng learnt is being powered by the Saving Life for Africa Diabetes Foundation (SLAD) in collaboration with the Victor Osuagwu-led Lagos State chapter of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN).

Festive mood: GOtv pampers subscribers with so much fun

The Kardashians

Of course, it is the season to be jolly and GOtv is going all out to provide families with a diverse programming mix of romance, sports, drama, news, local and international movies this festive season.

This month, E! presents “The Best of the Kardashians”, an exclusive marathon featuring a collection of viewers' favourite episodes.

Why we moved to a bigger office - BTA Tv boss, Blessing Afogure

Agofure

Leading filmmaker and the national president of Media Contents Distributors Association of Nigeria (MCDAN), Blessing Agofure has relocated to a new and bigger office apartment.

The new office complex which is in the heart of Surulere, Lagos, is strategically located at No. 30 Oyekan Street and Agofure, the boss of BTA Investments limited, occupies the whole grand floor of the newly-built one storey building.

His new and wave making online film outfit, BTA Tv, also operates from the multi million Naira property many insiders are insinuating belongs to the Edo State-born revered Nollywood practitioner.

Abuja agog as GOtv storms suburbs

GOtv signals in Abuja, Nigeria’s federal capital territory (FCT) and environs received a big boost recently with its coverage reaching suburbs and border towns.

Among the new towns and suburbs covered by the low-cost digital terrestrial pay-TV are - Dawaki, Dutse, Gwagwalada, Karu, Kubwa, Nyanyan, New Nyanyan, Keffi and Mararaba both in Nasarawa state, and Suleja in Niger state.

Druhill, Iyanya, Wizkid, Mavin crew, Chidinma others wow at Corporate Elite show

Management staff of NBPlc at the event

As part of efforts to interact and appreciate its teeming consumers from all walks of life, Nigerian Breweries Plc, the biggest brewing company in West Africa co-sponsored Season Eight of Corporate Elite – the largest gathering of corporate people in Nigeria. The gathering, which was referred to as the night of fun, music and networking, was held at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos.

Part of the highlights of the day was the parade of entertainment stars which include DruHill, Mikasa, Freddie Jackson, Cameo, Mario, 112, Uhuru, Iyanya, Wizkid, Banky W, the Mavin Crew, Omo Akin, Chidinma and others that set the stage alight.

MGM channel re-brands as AMC on DStv

DStv is excited to announce the rebranding of MGM Channel as AMC from December 1, across          sub-Saharan Africa. 

According to a statement sent to SHOWBIZPLUSng, AMC will continue MGM’s legacy of showcasing hit films from one of the world’s biggest film libraries, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, that boasts the Robocop trilogy, the Legally Blonde franchise and The Terminator in its catalogue.

Jonathan, Fashola, Tuface, Flavour, Raw, Phyno, Savage, others for Nollywood Health Convention and Awards

Phyno and Flavour set to thrill at the event

All is now set for the third edition of the annual Nollywood Health Convention and Awards holding inside the main bowl of the National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos on Sunday, December 7, 2014.

The laudable initiative SHOWBIZPLUSng learnt is being powered by the Saving Life for Africa Diabetes Foundation (SLAD) in collaboration with the Victor Osuagwu-led Lagos State chapter of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN).

Yul, Elliot, Tedela, Effah, Agwu others dazzle as Morris K sessay premieres Birthday Bash

Belinda Effah

After months of planning and networking, popular  filmmaker cum actor Morris K sessay  is set to premiere and release his latest work entitled Birthday Bash at the cinemas nationwide.

Among the famous faces that starred and dazzled in the thriller are:  Desmond Elliot, Yul Edochie, Funny Mallam, Julius Agwu, Belinda Effah, Morris K sessay, Bobby Micheal, Tope Tedela  and several others. The movie tells the story of a birthday party that turns sour, in a witty, comical and very entertaining way.

Joke Silva, Yvonne Nelson, Uche Jombo, others excite fans as Folly storms cinemas

Uche Jombo (m) with colleagues at the US premiere of Folly

 Leading Nollywood stars Joke Silva, Uche Jombo and Yvonne Nelson are set to take over Nigerian cinemas and excite teeming fans with their latest blockbuster, Folly.

This is coming after the successful premiere of the Elizabeth Daniels produced flick in US.

The award-winning film, which also starred Joseph Benjamin, Belinda Effah and Alex Ekubo, will hit all Nigerian cinemas nationwide from December 26 (Boxing Day).

Ace entertainer, Yibo Koko joins Africa Magic...Now Head of Productions

Koko

 Renowned theatre practitioner, film director and writer, Mr. Yibo Koko, has joined the Africa Magic team as Head of Productions for M-Net West Africa. Mr. Koko’s appointment is effective immediately.

Prior to joining Africa Magic, Mr. Koko served as the Creative Consultant to the Rivers State Ministry of Culture and Tourism and also as the Sub Committee Chairman for the opening and closing ceremonies at the 17^th National Sports Festival in Rivers State. He has also participated in key local and international stakeholder functions including the 2013 Technology, Entertainment and Design (TEDx) conference where he was a speaker, and the Arts Council of WS80 London, where he was the guest speaker. He has also appeared as a judge on the popular talent show, Nigeria’s Got Talent. 

Applause as Highlites with IK launches on Africa Magic

The world of African television is set for an exciting development as popular radio personality and Big Brother Africa host, IK Osakioduwa launches his new show on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at 20:00 CAT (7pm Nigerian time). A statement sent to SHOWBIZPLUSng stated that the show, Highlites with IK, will air on Africa Magic Showcase (DSTV channel 151) and will tackle societal issues with a dose of humour and wit.