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2018 AUC STC-YCS3; AFRIMA to present 2-year report in Algeria

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The All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, will present a two-year report of
activities of the foremost awards event on the continent during the 3rd
Ordinary Session of the Specialized Technical Committee Meeting on Youth,
Culture and Sport (STC-YCS3) organised by the African Union Commission,
AUC, in Algiers, Algeria from October 21 to 25, 2018 under the theme ‘The
Role of African Youth in Building a Strong Culture towards Fighting
Corruption”.

President and Executive Producer, AFRIMA, Mr. Mike Dada will be presenting
the report spanning July 2016 to September 2018 to the meeting of experts’
which will have in attendance senior officials of the African Union,
experts from the Ministry of Youths, Sports and Culture of African Union
member states and various stakeholders in the respective sectors.

This is following the usual practice of briefing the AU on its previous
activities, also its preparations and planning towards the upcoming 5th
edition to be held in Accra, Ghana from November 21 to 24, 2018. This will
include challenges, achievements and impact AFRIMA has made in the
development of Youths in the arts and culture sector of the African
economy, as well as the readiness and preparation of the host country,
Republic of Ghana to make the 5th AFRIMA a huge success.

AUC STC-YCS3 will also include in-depth discussions on the sectors of
youth, culture, and sports by participants and provide an opportunity for
AU member states to discuss issues pertaining to the development of the
youth, culture and sports sectors at the national, regional and
continental level as well as establish synergies among the three sectors.
Participants will arrive at resolutions towards the discussed issues,
while decisions will be adopted for implementation by member states.

In a letter dated 19th September 2018 with reference number
DSA/CUL/16/3494.18 addressed to AFRIMA and signed by the Acting Director
for Social Affairs, AUC, Dr. Marie-Goretti Harakeye Ndayisaba, reads “…It
is in this context that I’m writing to invite you to participate in this
important Ministerial Meeting and to present the report of the All Africa
Music Awards (AFRIMA) from July 2016 to September 2018 to the Experts’
Meeting, for consideration and adoption.
The STC is set up by the African Union and serves as an Organ of the
African Union in accordance with Article 5(1)(g) of the AU Constitutive
Act.

Other reports to be presented during the sessions will include;
Presentation of the Progress Report of the African Academy of Languages
(ACALAN), Presentation of the Report of the 5th Pan- African Cultural
Congress (PACC5), Presentation of the Report of the 1st African Union
Pan-African Writers’ Conference (AU-PAWC1), Presentation on the African
Plan of Action for Youth Empowerment (APAYE), Presentation of the Matrix
of Implementation of Decisions on Sport of the STC-YCS2, amongst others.
The 5th edition of AFRIMA-GHANA 2018 is in partnership with the Ministry
of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Republic of Ghana. Its main awards ceremony
tagged “Africa is Gold” will have its programme spanning four days of
exhilarating activities which are: AFRIMA Welcome Soiree on November 21;
Africa Music Business Summit (AMBS) on November 22 at the Ballroom,
Kempinski Hotel, Accra; AFRIMA Music Village from 5.00 p.m. till dawn at
the Independence Square, Accra also on November 22; a tour of the notable
sites and landmarks in Ghana on November 23 followed by Nominees Party
from 10.00 p.m; and the main awards ceremony at the Accra International
Conference Centre, AICC, Ghana, by 7.30 p.m with a live-broadcast red
carpet commencing at 4.30 p.m. The events will be broadcast live to 84
countries across the globe.

AFRIMA, in partnership with African Union, is a music property that
recognizes and rewards the work and talent of myriad of African artists
from the old to the new generation of musicians. AFRIMA also stimulates
conversations among Africans and between Africa and the rest of the world
about the potential of the creative arts for real humanizing enterprise on
the continent contributing significantly to social cohesion, national,
regional and continental integration as well as sustainable development in
Africa.

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Coal City Film Festival 2024: A Celebration of African Cinema in Enugu…….

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Theo Ukpaa, Shuaibu Hussein, Others Shine at the Event!

 

 

The Coal City Film Festival 2024, hosted at the scenic Nike Lake Resort Hotel in Enugu, Nigeria, was a spectacular showcase of glamour and glitz. This premier film event, the largest in the South East, was organized in partnership with the Enugu State government through the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The festival celebrates the richness of film, culture, and authenticity while providing a platform for industry stakeholders to enhance their artistic and business acumen.

 

This annual event, dedicated to celebrating African cinema, offered a variety of engaging activities in this year’s edition. Attendees enjoyed free film screenings, master classes, and panel discussions. The festival also featured unique cultural experiences, such as a palm wine and bush meat roundtable, a city tour, an awards gala night, and a lively party, all of which attracted many beautiful faces from the film industry and beyond.

Theo Ukpa On Red Carpet

The 3-day event saw a gathering of filmmakers, actors, policymakers, and development agencies in the vibrant Coal City. Notable attendees included the President of the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, Film and TV Producer Theo Ukpaa, Dr. Shuaibu Hussein, Ijeoma Onah, Andy Amenechi and veteran actors like Segun Arinze and Obi Okoli, adding to the star-studded ambiance of the festival.

 

A major highlight of the festival was the screening of ‘IFEDICHE,’ a movie that opened the Coal City Film Festival 2024. This special film, made in Coal City, revolves around a cultural meal of Enugu, showcasing the region’s rich culinary heritage.

 

The Festival Jury includes Jude Idana, Theo Ukpaa, Chichi Nworah, Arul Marewad and Charles Okwuowulu.

 

Uche Agbo, the founder and Executive Director of the Coal City Film Festival, expressed the festival’s vision to open the doors of South-east Nigeria to the rest of the world through the medium of film. This year’s festival not only celebrated African cinema but also served as a bridge connecting the local culture and creativity to a global audience.

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2024 Young Orators National Finals

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The city of Ibadan, Nigeria, hosted a captivating spectacle as finalists from across the nation gathered for the 2024 Young Orators national final competition. Organised by the Peat Philips Foundation, this prestigious event serves as the Nigerian franchise of the International Public Speaking Competition, annually conducted by the English-Speaking Union.

 

Akinleye Olu-Philips, Team Lead at Peat Philips Foundation, highlighted Ibadan’s rich literary heritage, underscoring its significance as a nurturing ground for literary talents in Nigeria.

 

Amidst fierce competition, 20-year-old Folakemi Adebayo, a second-year Law student at the University of Ibadan, clinched the coveted title. Torkuma Mimidoo Perpetual (17), a science student from Rosladys College, Gboko, Benue State and Inioluwa Sodunke from De – Glorious Heritage School, Lagos State, secured the second and third positions respectively.

 

Folakemi Adebayo’s victory earns her the opportunity to represent Nigeria at the 2024 International Public Speaking Competition scheduled in London from May 13 to 17. The national final was generously sponsored by Learn Africa Plc, with support from Alpha FC Abuja.

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Charles Inojie, Ali Nuhu’s #Makewehalla Video goes viral, Ignites Dialogue on Domestic Abuse

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In a nation where the discussion on domestic violence often remains shrouded in silence, two power actors have ignited a powerful movement that is resonating deeply across Nigeria.

 

Charles Inojie and Ali Nuhu, through their viral video titled #MakeWeHalla, have initiated a much-needed conversation on the pressing issue of domestic violence.

 

The video features the two talented actors in a humorous yet thought-provoking short video, emphasising the importance of speaking out against domestic violence.

 

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With their trademark wit and charm, Inojie and Nuhu delivered a compelling message; when Nigerians witness domestic violence, they must make noise, they must ‘halla’.

 

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The video is capturing the attention of viewers across various demographics, sparking discussions on online platforms.

 

Among many Nigerians who have been inspired by the video is a fast-rising actor and social media influencer, Joseph Momodu.

 

He wrote, “Yesoooo Oga Charles. The voice of the people is the voice of God. Domestic violence is not good and the more reason to really Halla!!”

 

A popular Nigerian film director and social media personality, Falalu Abubakar Dorayi, also known as Falalu A. Dorayi, added his voice against sitting on the fence while witnessing incidents of domestic violence. To him, “Women abuse is a bad behavior. Silence, when we see people doing (it), is like giving a chance to continue. It’s true, everywhere we see signs of “abuse” happening. Let’s expose the secrets. #MakeWeHalla.”

 

“This is powerful. We must halla! Like I always say, to fix this nation, you must fix yourself first. You are a part of the nation; once you fix you, you have fixed the nation. This is applicable to a community where domestic violence thrives,” Lanre Adediwura, an award-winning actor and online personality, opined.

 

A Nigerian actress and online celebrity, Kiitan Bukola, said that Nigerians can’t continue to sit on the fence in the face of domestic violence. “We must halla; we can’t continue to ignore. let’s kick against domestic violence… ,“ she wrote.

 

The success of #MakeWeHalla by encouraging individuals to speak up, is empowering communities to break the cycle of silence and stigma.

 

Inojie and Nuhu’s efforts have not gone unnoticed, as their initiative has garnered widespread praise and support from both fans and advocacy groups alike.

 

Monsurah Hamza with handle @ayotibami0 wrote, “Kudos to Charles Inojie and Ali Nuhu for sensitizing Nigerians on domestic violence #MakeWeHalla.”

 

Elated social media user @oladebuofficial stated, “How do I like this video 1 million times cos Bravo. Thank you for this… #MakeWeHalla.”

 

Bammy_ay wrote, “We really need more of this kind of video to educate people on domestic violence. Do not die in silence! #MakeWeHalla.”

 

@ekumastanleyifeanyi3 simply commented, “Say no to domestic violence.”

 

Through their creativity and dedication, Inojie and Nuhu have leveraged their platform to shine a spotlight on a critical issue that often remains hidden in the shadows.

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