Ikechukwu
Ikechukwu Onunaku, known professionally as Ikechukwu and Killz is a Nigerian actor, rapper, and singer. He was a cast member in The Wedding Party and The Wedding Party 2: Destination Dubai. Early life Onunaku was born in Manassas, Virginia to Nigerian parents but was raised in Lagos, Nigeria. He moved to the United States after completing high school at King's College, Lagos. He returned over a decade later to Nigeria shortly before the release of his first album ''Son of the Soil'' in 2006 which featured the smash hit ''My Name is Ikechukwu. Son of the Soil'' was followed by ''Life and Times of Killz Volume 1'' which featured production by Don Jazzy and an appearance by DBanj and Wande Coal and frequent collaborator Naeto C. His hit single "My name is Ikechukwu" from the ''Son of the Soil'' charted at No.1 in the East, in Lagos and Abuja for 21, 6 and 5 weeks respectively. His third album ''The Alliance Reconstructed'' featured other hits like "Critical", and "Now is the ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Gbomo Gbomo Express
''Gbomo Gbomo Express'' is a 2015 Nigerian caper comedy film, written and directed by Walter Taylaur. It stars Ramsey Nouah, Osas Ighodaro, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Kiki Omeili, Alexx Ekubo, Gideon Okeke, Gbenro Ajibade, Ikechukwu Onunaku and Shaffy Bello. The film is a spin-off of ''Married to the Game'', a television series, also directed by Walter Taylaur for EbonyLife TV''.'' The film is centred on the kidnapping of record label boss, Austin Mba (Ramsey Nouah) and a socialite he meets at the club, Cassandra (Osas Ighodaro). The situation gets complicated for the amateur kidnappers led by Francis (Gideon Okeke), who has to deal with keeping his girlfriend, Blessing (Kiki Omeili) and his crazy sidekick, Filo (Gbenro Ajibade), as they try to get Austin's partner, Rotimi (Blossom Chukwujekwu) to pay the ransom. Plot Austin Mba is the C.E.O of Rolling Records, a label that's on the verge of signing a major sponsorship deal, brokered by his partner and company lawyer, Rotimi Lawal. A ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Don Jazzy
Michael Collins Ajereh (born 26 November 1982), known professionally as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian music executive, record producer, singer, songwriter, businessman, and philanthropist. He founded the record label Mavin Records in 2012, as a subsidiary of Mavin Global Holdings, through which he has signed artists including Rema, Ayra Starr, Magixx, Bayanni, Johnny Drille, Ladipoe, Lifesize Teddy, DJ Big N, and Boy Spyce. He co-founded Mo' Hits Records with D'banj in 2004, and was an in-house producer for Kanye West's GOOD Music from 2011 to 2013. Early life and education Don Jazzy was born Michael Collins Ajereh in Umuahia, Abia State, on 26 November 1982, the son of Collins Enebeli Ajereh and Mrs Ajereh. His father is from Isoko in Delta State. His mother is an Igbo princess from Abia State and his father is a member of the Isoko people. Ajereh's family moved to Ajegunle, Lagos, where Don Jazzy was raised. He was educated at the co-educational high school, Federal G ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Channel O Music Video Awards
Channel O Africa Music Video Awards, once known as Spirit of Africa Music Video Awards, are Pan-African music awards organised by South Africa -based Channel O television channel. The awards were first held in 2003 under the name Reel Music Video Awards. Since 2005 the awards have been held annually. The winners are voted by Channel O's viewers across the continent. 2003 Title: Reel Music Video Awards Venue: M-Net Randburg Studios in Johannesburg, South Africa. Hosts: - Categories: 23 in total Special Recognition: - Fela Kuti (Nigeria) 2004 No awards ceremony was held in this year. 2005 Title: African Music Video Awards Venue: Johannesburg Civic Center, South Africa Hosts: Special Recognition: - Hugh Masekela (South Africa) 2006 Title: Spirit of Africa Music Video Awards Venue: Gallagher Estate in Johannesburg, South Africa Hosts: David Kau (South Africa) and Channel O VJs Special Recognition: Zola 7, Zola (South Africa) Winners *Best Male Video: Lagba ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Naeto C
Naetochukwu Chikwe, stage name Naeto C, is a Nigerian rapper, Afrobeat artist and record producer. He rose to prominence with the track 'Kini Big Deal' which is credited for changing the Nigerian hip hop sound. Known for his catchy hooks and smooth flow, he is regarded as one of the most influential Nigerian rapper He has won several awards some of which are the HHWA best hip hop single 2009, Soundcity best male video 2009, Best new act at the MTV MAMA’s award 2008. He also won 3 Channel O Awards, Headies and many other Early life He was born in[...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Special Anti-Robbery Squad
The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) was a Nigerian Police Force unit created in late 1992 to deal with crimes associated with robbery, motor vehicle theft, kidnapping, cattle rustling, and firearms. It was part of the Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (FCIID), headed by the then Deputy Inspector General of Police Anthony Ogbizi. SARS was controversial for its links to extrajudicial killings, forced disappearances, extortion, torture, framing, blackmail, kidnapping, illegal organ trade, armed robbery, home invasions, rape of men and women, child arrests, the invasion of privacy, and polluting bodies of water with the illegal disposal of human remains. SARS was investigated several times in response to protests, but without results; reforms were promised in 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. The unit was disbanded on 11 October 2020 after worldwide protests under the motto "End SARS" occurred. History The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) was founded in l ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Gidi Up
''Gidi Up'' is a Nigerian television and web drama series starring OC Ukeje, Deyemi Okanlawon, Somkele Iyamah, and Titilope Sonuga in lead roles. The series was created by Jadesola Osiberu and executively produced by Lola Odedina. It is produced by Ndani TV and sponsored by GTBank. Owing to unknown reasons, the show was not picked up for a third season. The show was cancelled after two seasons. Episodes are first aired online through ''Ndani.tv'' web channel, and the first episode was aired on 20 February 2013. The series follows the lives of four young adults (Obi, Tokunbo, Eki and Yvonne) who are pursuing success and independence in the city of Lagos, revealing the challenges they are faced with at every step of the way in their quest to achieve their dreams. The title of the series is culled from the popular term "Las Gidi", a nickname for Lagos city. The first season of the series was an eight-part web miniseries, with a length of approximately eight minutes per epis ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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The Wedding Party (2016 Film)
''The Wedding Party'' is a 2016 Nigerian romantic comedy drama directed by Kemi Adetiba. It premiered on 8 September 2016 at the Toronto International Film Festival in Canada and on 26 November 2016 at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. The film was released worldwide on 16 December 2016, and became the highest grossing Nigerian film; a record which was broken in 2021 by '' Omo Ghetto: The Saga''. Plot During the day of the wedding between Dunni Coker a 24-year-old art gallery owner who is the only daughter of Engineer Bamidele and Mrs. Tinuade Coker, and the IT entrepreneur Dozie Onwuka, who comes from a very wealthy family. His mother, Lady Obianuju Onwuka, considers her son to be marrying beneath himself. On the morning before the wedding, the wedding party is prepared and the stressed wedding planner, Wonu is trying to make everything perfect for her rich clients. Meanwhile, the bride's parents and female relatives are upset by the omission of Tinuade Coker's name in the ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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D'banj
Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo (born 9 June 1980), known professionally as D'banj ( ), is a Nigerians, Nigerian singer, rapper, music executive, event host and television personality. He signed with American rapper Kanye West's record label GOOD Music to release his 2012 single "Oliver Twist (D'banj song), Oliver Twist", an uptempo dance fusion of Electronic dance music, EDM and Afrobeats for which he became best known. With record producer Don Jazzy, he co-founded the record label Mo' Hits Records. His stage name is a combination of his first name, Dapo, and his surname, Oyebanjo. Early life D'banj, also known as the Kokomaster or Bangalee, was born in Zaria, the northern part of Nigeria to a military officer father and a devoutly religious businesswoman mother from Shagamu in Ogun State, Ogun State. Dbanj has twins as siblings, Taiwo and Kehinde Oyebanjo. D'banj's parents hoped he would follow in his father's footsteps and join the military, but D'banj turned to music instead bei ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Nigerian Rappers
The following is a list of notable rap music artists from Nigeria. A * A-Q * Alpha Ojini *Eedris Abdulkareem * Eva Alordiah B * Andre Blaze * Blaqbonez C * CDQ * Chinko Ekun D * Da Emperor *Da Grin (deceased) *D'banj * Dr SID * Durella *DJ AB * Dice Ailes E *ELDee * Emmy Gee * Erigga *Efe F *Falz G * Greatman Takit I *Ice Prince *Illbliss * IllRymz *Ikechukwu J *Jesse Jagz *Johnel * Ian Jazzi K * Kheengz L *Ladipoe * Laycon *Lil Kesh * Lyrikal M * M.I Abaga * M-Trill * Mo'Cheddah * Mode 9 N *Naeto C O *Olamide * Odumodublvck *Omah Lay P * Pepenazi *Phyno R * Reminisce *Ruggedman * Rema S *Skales * Sasha P * Staqk G V *Vector W * Weird MC Y *Ycee * Yung6ix References {{DEFAULTSORT:Nigerian rappers Nigerian rappers Rappers Rapping (also rhyming, flowing, spitting, emceeing, or MCing) is an artistic form of vocal delivery and emotive expression that incorporates "rhyme, rhythmic speech, and ommonlystreet ver ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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The Wedding Party 2
''The Wedding Party 2: Destination Dubai'' is a 2017 Nigerian romantic comedy drama film directed by Niyi Akinmolayan. It is a sequel to '' The Wedding Party'', which was released in December 2016. Principal photography for the film, which was shot in Lagos and Dubai, began in May 2017. It is currently the fourth highest grossing Nigerian film of all time. Plot Dozie's elder brother, Nonso, has continued his romance with Deirdre, Dunni's bridesmaid. Nonso takes Deirdre on a date in Dubai and proposes marriage by accident. After a disastrous traditional engagement ceremony in Lagos, Nonso's family and Deadre's aristocratic British family reluctantly agree to a wedding in Dubai. Cast * Enyinna Nwigwe as Nonso Onwuka *Daniella Down as Deirdre Winston *Adesua Etomi as Dunni Onwuka * Banky Wellington as Dozie Onwuka *Sola Sobowale as Mrs. Tinuade Coker *Alibaba Akporobome as Engineer Bamidele Coker *Richard Mofe Damijo as Chief Felix Onwuka *Iretiola Doyle as Lady Obianuju O ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Òlòtūré
''Ã’lòtÅ«ré'' is a 2019 Nigerian crime drama film directed by Kenneth Gyang from a screenplay by Yinka Ogun and Craig Freimond. It stars Sharon Ooja, Beverly Osu, Ada Ameh and Blossom Chukwujekwu. Premise ''Ã’lòturé'' tells the story of Ã’lòturé (Sharon Ooja), a young and naive Nigerian journalist who goes undercover to expose the dangerous and brutal underworld of human trafficking. Based in Lagos, it depicts how sex workers are recruited to be exploited overseas. Cast * Sharon Ooja as Ã’lòturé * Beverly Osu as Peju * Ada Ameh as Titi * Omowumi Dada as Linda * Blossom Chukwujekwu as Emeka * Omoni Oboli as Alero * Segun Arinze as Theo * Adebukola Oladipupo as Beauty * Ikechukwu Onunaku as Chuks * Kemi Lala Akindoju as Blessing * Omawumi as Sandra * Sambasa Nzeribe as Victor * Daniel Etim Effiong as Tony * David Jones David as Sheriff * Emmanuel Ilemobajo as Simon * Eunice Omoregie as Linda's mother * :en:Gregory Ojefua, Greg "Teddy Bear" Ojefua as Sami * Patrick Doyle a ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Your Excellency (film)
''Your Excellency'' is a 2019 Nigerian political satire drama comedy film written and directed by Funke Akindele on her directorial debut. The film stars Akin Lewis and Funke Akindele in the lead roles. The film had its theatrical release across 50 theatres on 13 December 2019 and opened to positive reviews from critics. The film became a box office success and became the fourth highest grossing Nigerian film for the year 2019. Cast * Akin Lewis as Chief Olalekan Ajadi * Funke Akindele as Kemi Ajadi * Kemi Lala Akindoju as Lina * Shafy Bello as Laide Ajadi * Kunle Coker as Mallam Ali * Eku Edewor as Eki Adua-Evans * Alex Ekubo as Kachi * Osas Ighodaro as Candy * Oreka Godis as Karen * Ini Dima-Okojie As Mimi * Helen Paul as Freda * Falz as AK Famzy * Deyemi Okanlawon as Michael Idehen * Toni Tones as Stephanie * Emmanuel ‘EmmaOMG’ Edunjobi as Pastor Leke * Aletile ‘Seyi Law’ Lawrence as Fred * Bimbo Manuel As Prof Idehen * Chigul as Madam Echejile * Ikechukwu Onuna ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |