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Michael Blackson, Pearl Thusi, Anita Erskine to Host 5th AFRIMA

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The African Union Commission, AUC, in partnership with the All Africa
Music Awards, AFRIMA and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Ghana,
have announced Michael Blackson, Pearl Thusi and Anita Erskine as the host
and hostesses who will hold the live stage of the 5th AFRIMA-Ghana 2018
Main Awards ceremony scheduled for Saturday, November 24, 2018 at the
Accra International Conference Centre, AICC, Ghana.

Renowned Ghanaian-born American actor and comedian, Michael Blackson,
popularly referred to as ‘The African King of Comedy’ started his career
in stand-up comedy and acting where he moved up the ladder despite
challenges faced as a young black man in America. The talented comic
entertainer has featured in several on-screen performances, TV series,
comedy shows, and tours. Some notable ones include; The Mo’Nique Show,
Martin Lawrence’s 1st Amendment Stand-up, Meet the Blacks, One Night in
Vegas, and Hip Hop Squares. Michael hosted the first ever BET Social
Awards in Atlanta in February 2018.

South Africa’s fierce and talented TV personality, Pearl Thusi will also
co-anchor the awards event. The actress, model, radio and television
personality has earned accolades for her top-notch acting, television and
radio hosting skills. She is a former host of ‘Lip Sync Battle Africa on
MTV’, ‘Moments’ on EbonyLife TV, and currently the new host of the third
season of MTV Base’s ‘Behind the Story’. Her international acting career
includes her role in Universal’s ‘The Scorpion King: The Book of Souls’
alongside Zach McGowan, and her recurring role in ABC’s Drama Series
‘Quantico’. Pearl has appeared on magazine covers like Elle, Cosmopolitan,
True Love, Grazia, Glamour and Women’s Health in both South Africa and the
United Arab Emirates.

Also bringing her admirable skills to the AFRIMA stage is Ghana’s media
personality, Anita Erskine. A Radio/TV presenter, producer, writer and
oral narrator applauded for her hosting skills. She has anchored several
live events as well as radio and television programmes including popular
shows on the DSTV platform such as “The Making of a Mogul”, “Cooking with
Anita” and “Pamper Your Mum”. Anita is also known for her vibrant role in
the advancement of women empowerment and girl-child rights using her
various TV and radio programmes. The award-winning multilingual media
entrepreneur will bring her charm and feistiness to play at the 5th AFRIMA
main awards.

The dynamic trio will add their unique hosting abilities and on stage
chemistry to the spectacular offerings for the 5th edition of AFRIMA that
is geared to be a glittery, star-studded, world-class event with
exhilarating performances from A-list artistes, including some of the 5th
AFRIMA nominees and past AFRIMA nominees and winners. Live broadcast of
the main awards ceremony begins at 7.30 p.m., while the live red carpet
where all the glam, glitz, and high fashion of the 5th AFRIMA-GHANA 2018
will be on display opens at 4.30 p.m.

Sharing her excitement, Director, Brand Communications, AFRIMA; Matlou
Tsotetsi said; “It has been an exciting journey for AFRIMA. AFRIMA-GHANA
2018 gets more exciting as we are in Ghana for the first time. In the
lead up to preparations, we have felt the Akwaaba warmth and welcome of
the Ghana people, I am certain that the rest of the world will feel this –
even through our live broadcast. May the best of Africa win”.

Similarly, one of Ghana’s prominent entrepreneurs, Mr. Nathan Kwabena
Adisi popularly known as Bola Ray, expressed high optimism about the
coming awards. The CEO, Excellence in Broadcasting (EIB) Network Ghana,
stated, “I’m highly elated that Ghana gets to host the prestigious 5th
AFRIMA. The choice of comperes is clearly a super one and we look forward
to an ecstatic and electrifying awards event. Africa is Gold!”
Meanwhile, African artistes who made it to the 5th AFRIMA Nominees list
are still canvassing for votes from their followers and fans, as winners
of each category will be determined by votes accrued via the AFRIMA voting
platform on https://afrima.org/voting2018. Voting ends by 23:59 CAT on
November 23, 2018.

Other lined up events scheduled to precede the main awards ceremony
include: AFRIMA Welcome Soiree on November 21; Africa Music Business
Summit (AMBS) on November 22 at the Ballroom, Kempinski Hotel, Accra;
AFRIMA Music Village also on November 22 from 5.00 p.m. till dawn at the
Independence Square, Accra; a Guided Tour of the notable sites and
landmarks in the Host City on November 23 followed by 5th AFRIMA Nominees
Party from 10.00 p.m.

The 5th AFRIMA main awards ceremony and the red carpet will be broadcast
live to 84 countries on 105 viewing media platforms across the globe.

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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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