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AFRIMA 2018: Full list of winners

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Nigerian pop act Davido was named Artist of the Year, making him the second Nigerian to win the award in successive years following Wizkid’s triumph in 2017.

Davido also won Best Male Artist in Western Africa for his 2017 hit ‘FIA’. His compatriot Tiwa Savage won the female equivalent of the regional award. In South Africa, the winners were Nasty C and South African Music Awards 2018 big winner Shekhinah.

For East Africa, the winners were Bebe Cool and Betty G. The latter also won the Best Album of the Year award for the well-received Wegegta. The night also saw a special recognition award given to Ghanaian music veteran Teddy Osei, leader of the famous Osibisa group.

Full list of winners below:

REGIONAL CATEGORIES

Best Female Artist in Central Africa
Daphne / Cameroon / Jusqu’à La Gare
Best Male Artist in Central Africa
Fally Ipupa / DRC / Mannequin Ft Keback & Naz
Best Female Artist in Eastern Africa
Betty G / Ethiopia / Mengedegna
Best Male Artist in Eastern Africa
Bebe Cool / Uganda / Freedom
Best Female Artist in Northern Africa
Lyna Mahyem ft Medi Meyz /Algeria / Bye Bye
Best Male Artist in Northern Africa
Hamza El Fadly / Morocco / Ya Mraya
Best Female Artist in Southern Africa
Shekhinah / South Africa / Please Mr
Best Male Artist in Southern Africa
Nasty C / South Africa / Jungle
Best Female Artist in Western Africa
Tiwa Savage / Nigeria / Ma Lo Ft. Wizkid & Spellz
Best Male Artist in Western Africa
Davido / Nigeria / Fia
CONTINENTAL CATEGORIES

Album of the Year
Betty G / Ethiopia / Wegegta
Artist of the Year
Davido / Nigeria / FIA
Best African Video
Sesan / Gringo (Shatta Wale) / Nigeria
Best African Act in Diaspora
Hazel Mak / Malawi / Jaiva Ft. Roberto & Tay Grin
Best African Collaboration
GuiltyBeatz, Mr. Eazi, Patapaa & Pappy Kojo / Ghana-Nigeria / Akwaaba
Best Artist, Duo or Group In African Contemporary
Kidi / Ghana / Odo Remix Ft. Mayorkun & Davido
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African dance or Choreography
Mr P. / Nigeria / Ebeano
Best African DJ
Afrotronix / Chad / OyO
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Electro
Master KG / South Africa / Skeleton Move Ft. Zanda Zakuza
Best African Duo, Group or Band
Toofan / Togo / Money
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Hiphop
M.anifest ft King Promise / Ghana / Me Ne Woa
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African jazz
Sibusiso Mashiloane / South Africa / Niza
Best African Rapper or Lyricist
Falz / Nigeria / La Fête
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African pop
2Baba / Nigeria / Amaka Ft. Peruzzi
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Ragga, Reggae & Dancehall
Stonebwoy / Ghana / Hero
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African R&B&Soul
Praiz / Nigeria / Champagne and Flowers
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Rock
Maryam Saleh, Maurice Louca, Tamer Abu Ghazaleh / Egypt / Ekaa Maksour
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Traditional
Irene Namatovu / Uganda / Nsambila Nyuma Nga Janzi
Best Female Artist in African Inspirational Music
Sandra Nankoma / Uganda / Kaddugala
Best Artist in African Inspirational Music
Sarkodie / Ghana / Glory Ft. Yung
Most Promising of the Year
Kuami Eugene / Ghana / Confusion
Producer of the Year
Fresh VDM / Togo / Fia
Revelation of the Year
Betty G / Ethiopia / Ere Manew
Song of the Year
GuiltyBeatz, Mr. Eazi, Patapaa & Pappy Kojo / Akwaaba / Ghana
Songwriter of the Year
Shekhinah Donell, Amon Taulo Chibiya II / South Africa / Different Ft. Mariechan
African Fans’ Favourite
Nedy Music / Tanzania / One and Only Ft. Ruby

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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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Charles Inojie and Ali Nuhu’s #MakeWeHalla Video Sparks Nationwide Movement to End Domestic Violence

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Two titans of the Nigerian film industry, Charles Inojie and Ali Nuhu, are using their platforms to make noise about the issue of domestic violence. They’ve teamed up in a new video that is making waves on social media and breaking the culture of silence in Nigeria.

In the recent video Inojie and Nuhu find themselves confronted with a disturbing scenario: witnessing an instance of domestic violence in a restaurant. The two men are faced with a choice. Do they mind their own business or speak up?

 

This is an issue close to the heart of both Inojie and Nuhu, as it is likely to be for many Nigerians, as research shows 1 in every 3 Nigerian women have experienced domestic violence.

 

Although Nuhu instinctively decides they should ignore the situation, Inojie declares, “Evil thrives when good men keep quiet.” Together, they spark a collective demonstration with those in the restaurant by making noise, to show their disapproval and take a stand against the violence. The rallying cry, #MakeWeHalla, is an open invite to us all, encouraging bystanders to show that they oppose domestic violence.

 

When asked why the veteran actors have joined forces, Inojie explained: “Partner violence is happening all across Nigeria, yet often we stay silent. Make We Halla is about speaking up, so we let it be known that this violence is not acceptable. We are louder together.”

 

Nuhu said, “From North to South, people are going through domestic abuse and evil thrives when good men keep quiet! Every time we stay silent and watch the abuser have their way, we are giving them power. That’s why I said that this is something that we need to do.”

 

Inojie and Nuhu are using their platforms to inspire Nigerians to recognize their own power and speak up when they witness domestic violence within their own communities.

 

“We hope the video inspires bystanders to take action, to make halla in their own way.” Says Inojie,

 

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Na fahimci cewa duk lokacin da mutanen kirki suka yi shiru suna kallon mara kirki suna aikata laifi, kamar suna kara musu kwarin gwiwa 💪 ne.” Dole mu dakatar da su haka! Dağa yanzu dük inda muka ha alamun zalunci a gidaje dole mu daga murya. #makewehalla

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About Charles Inojie

AMVCA Award winning actor, Charles Inojie, is a prominent thespian, renowned for his versatile roles in Nollywood productions. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, Inojie has cemented his reputation as a respected figure in the Nigerian film industry with highly rated movies like The Johnsons, Desperate Search, My Baby and Pride of a Woman to mention few.

About Ali Nuhu

Dr. Ali Nuhu, the Managing Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), is a celebrated actor and filmmaker, recognised for his significant contributions to Nollywood and Kannywood. Regarded as the king of Hausa film industry and known for his captivating performances, Nuhu has garnered widespread acclaim for his roles in over 500 movies, earning him a prominent position in the realm of African cinema.

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