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Mike Afolarin
Michael Oladapo Afolarin (born 1 September) professionally known as Mike Afolarin is a Nigerian actor, aerial photographer and filmmaker. Early life Mike Afolarin attended Federal Government College, Ijanikin, Lagos State for his secondary school. He then proceeded to earn a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) in 2016. Career In 2013, Afolarin had his first experience with acting in a stage play, ''Magic Time'' during his time in the University of Lagos. Not long after, Afolarin gained attention with his lead role as Ishaya, in the television series, ''Far From Home''. The five-part series tells the story of Afolarin’s character – Ishaya, a talented and charismatic teenager from a poor family who is on a mission to actualize his dreams of becoming a renowned artist, even at the expense of his new found friendships and safety of his family. Afolarin also had a cinema release on the same date (December 16, 2022) with his role as Akinzo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lagos State
Lagos State ( yo, Ìpínlẹ̀ Èkó) is a state in southwestern Nigeria. Of the 36 states, it is both the most populous and smallest in area. Bounded to the south by the Bight of Benin and to the west by the international border with Benin Republic, Lagos State borders Ogun State to the east and north making it the only Nigerian state to border only one other state. Named for the city of Lagos—the most populous city in Africa—the state was formed from the Western Region and the former Federal Capital Territory on 27 May 1967. Geographically, Lagos State is dominated by bodies of water with nearly a quarter of the state's area being lagoons, creeks, and rivers. The largest of these bodies are the Lagos and Lekki lagoons in the state's interior with the Ogun and Osun rivers flowing into them. Many other rivers and creeks flow throughout the state and serve as vital means of transportation for people and goods. On land, non-urbanized areas are within the tropical Ni ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
House Of Ga'a
''House of Ga'a'' is a 2024 Nigerian historical drama film directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters and written by Tunde Babalola. It features an ensemble cast including Femi Branch, Bimbo Manuel, Stan Nze, Lateef Adedimeji, Mike Afolarin, Toyin Abraham and Funke Akindele. Synopsis Set in a historical period in the Oyo Empire of around the 18th century, ''House of Ga'a'' delves into the tumultuous ascent to power of a ruthless Prime Minister consumed by vengeance who stops at nothing to eclipse the kings he once served. With an insatiable thirst for power, he embarks on a ruthless journey to surpass the very monarchs he pledged loyalty to. The narrative explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the complex interplay of power dynamics within a royal court. Cast Source: * Femi Branch as Bashorun Ga'a * Mike Afolarin as Oyemekun * Funke Akindele as Ayinba * Toyin Abraham as Edan Asiko * Ibrahim Chatta as Sasa L'eniyan * Teddy A. as Ojo Agubambaro * Stan Nze as Nupe Commander * Fem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2018 Best Of Nollywood Awards
The 2018 Best of Nollywood Awards was the 10th edition of the ceremony, and took place in Kakanfo conference centre in Ibadan, Oyo state on 9 December 2018. The Oyo state governor, Abiola Ajimobi served as the chief host. The event was co-hosted by comedian, Helen Paul and actor, Keppy Ekpeyong Bassey. A total 112 films, including 93 feature films, 9 short films and 1 documentary series were considered. The nomination list was revealed in November 2018 where '' We Don’t Live Here Anymore'' by Tope Oshin earned the highest nominations with 11 nominations, followed by ''Oga Bolaji'' with 10 nominations, ''Queen of Queens'' with 8 nominations and ''Obsession'' earning 6 nominations. ''We Don’t Live Here Anymore'' won in four of the categories, including best director, best editing, movie of the year and the most promising actor award which was jointly awarded to Francis Sule and Temidayo Akinboro. ''Oga Bolaji'' won 1 of the awards in the 10 categories it was nominated in. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bolanle Austen-Peters
Bolanle Austen-Peters (born 4 February 1969), is a Nigerian movie director, theater producer and cultural entrepreneur. She is the founder and artistic director of BAP Productions and the arts and culture center Terra Kulture in Lagos. She has been described by the CNN as the "woman pioneering theater in Nigeria", named one of the most influential women in Africa by Forbes Afrique and been recognised with several awards for her contribution to the arts. Early life and career Austen-Peters was born in 1969 in Ibadan, the Oyo State in the south-western region of Nigeria. She is the daughter of Emmanuel Afe Babalola, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and Rtd Major, Mrs Bisi Babalola. She gained a BA in Law from the University of Lagos and an MA from London School of Economics and Political Science. In the 1990s she worked as a lawyer in Afe Babalola and Co Barristers and Solicitors and with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Switzerland . In 2003, she founded Terra Ku ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
House Of Ga'a (film)
''House of Ga'a'' is a 2024 Nigerian historical drama film directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters and written by Tunde Babalola. It features an ensemble cast including Femi Branch, Bimbo Manuel, Stan Nze, Lateef Adedimeji, Mike Afolarin, Toyin Abraham and Funke Akindele. Synopsis Set in a historical period in the Oyo Empire of around the 18th century, ''House of Ga'a'' delves into the tumultuous ascent to power of a ruthless Prime Minister consumed by vengeance who stops at nothing to eclipse the kings he once served. With an insatiable thirst for power, he embarks on a ruthless journey to surpass the very monarchs he pledged loyalty to. The narrative explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the complex interplay of power dynamics within a royal court. Cast Source: * Femi Branch as Bashorun Ga'a * Mike Afolarin as Oyemekun * Funke Akindele as Ayinba * Toyin Abraham as Edan Asiko * Ibrahim Chatta as Sasa L'eniyan * Teddy A. as Ojo Agubambaro * Stan Nze as Nupe Commander * Fem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jemima Osunde
Jemima Osunde (born 30 April 1996) is a Nigerian actress, model, and presenter. She gained exposure after playing Leila in the television series '' Shuga''. Osunde was nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 15th Africa Movie Academy Awards for her performance in '' The Delivery Boy'' (2018). Early life Jemima Osunde is an Edo State native. She grew up with her mother, father, and older brothers. She is the last child and only daughter of her parents. She studied physiotherapy at the University of Lagos. Osunde appeared in the film ''Jungle Jewel'' after being encouraged by her uncle to pursue acting in 2014. Career Osunde's first big break was her role as Laila in ''MTV Shuga'', appearing in the fourth series. When the show moved to South Africa for its fifth series, Osunde was written out for a year. She returned for the sixth series when it returned to Nigeria. In 2018, she starred alongside Linda Ejiofor in the second series of NdaniTV's ''Rumour Has It''. O ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tiwa Savage
Tiwa Savage (born 5 February 1980) is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and performing artist. Born in Isale Eko, she relocated to London at the age of 11 for her secondary education. Five years later, she began her music career doing backup vocals for artists such as George Michael and Mary J. Blige. After participating in the UK edition of '' The X Factor'' and graduating from Berklee College of Music, Savage signed a publishing deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing in 2009. Inspired by the growth of the Nigerian music industry, Savage moved back to Nigeria and signed with Mavin Records in 2012. She made an appearance on the label's 2012 compilation album '' Solar Plexus''. Her debut studio album ''Once Upon a Time'' was released on the 3rd of July 2013. It was supported by seven singles: " Kele Kele Love", "Love Me (3x)", "Without My Heart", "Ife Wa Gbona", "Folarin", "Olorun Mi" and "Eminado". The album was nominated for Best Album of the Year at the 2014 Nigeria Entertai ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Meji Alabi
Meji Alabi (born 13 December 1988) is a London-born Nigerian filmmaker, director, photographer and producer. He is a director and has worked alongside Beyonce, Burna Boy, Wizkid,Davido, Tiwa Savage, Popcaan, Goldlink, Koffee and Nasty C. Early life Born on December 13, 1988, in London, Meji spent a lot of his childhood on the move with his father after his parents’ separation in 1989. He shuffled between London, the Bahamas, and Texas, USA. He attended Spring Forest middle school and Stratford High school both in Houston, Texas. Meji Alabi graduated from the University of West London with a first-class summa cum laude distinction in accounting and finance, and also holds a Licensed Vocational Nursing degree from St. Phillips College in San Antonio, Texas. Career In 2014, Meji Alabi co-founded JM Films with Jimi Adesanya. JM films ( a subsidiary of Unbound Studios) is a media and production services company specialised in creative visuals, music videos, commercials, m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Desmond Elliot
Desmond Elliot'' (born Desmond Oluwashola Elliot; 4 February 1974)'' is a Nigerian director, and politician He was elected as a lawmaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Surulere Constituency, in the 11 April 2015 Nigerian General Elections. Elliot competed to become the ambassador for the Face of Hope Project, a "volunteer-based non-profit, non-religious, non-political organization established to give hope to the hopeless", in which he will work toward fixing "child illiteracy in Nigeria and Africa at large" should he emerge. He won best supporting actor in a drama at the 2nd Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards and was nominated for best supporting actor at the 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards. Early life Elliot was born to a Yoruba father from Olowogbowo in Lagos Island, Lagos and a mother from Illah in Oshimili North, Delta State . He received his primary education at Air Force Primary School and later attended St John's College, both in Jos. He studied economics at ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kayode Kasum
Kayode Kasum is a Nigerian movie and music video director and producer. Education He attended Yaba College of Technology. Career Kasum started his career in film making as a motion graphics designer at Wale Adenuga Productions. He also worked as a producer in an advertising company. His first feature film, ''Dognapped'' and Nigeria's first live action animation film was released in 2017. He however gained popularity for his film titled ''Oga Bolaji'' which was released in 2018 and has made other Nollywood productions including '' Sugar Rush'' and Toyin Abraham's Fate of Alakada''.'' Kasum is credited with directing Nigeria’s first live-action animated movie and one of Nigeria’s highest-grossing film ever. He was nominated for The Future Awards Africa 2019 prize for Filmmaking and was listed as one of the top Nollywood film directors of 2020. Filmography *''Dognapped'' *''This Lady Called Life'' *''Oga Bolaji'' *'' Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards'' *'' Quams Money ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Wait (2021 Film)
'' The Wait'' is a 2021 Nigerian faith-based drama film directed by Yemi Morafa and Fiyin Gambo, and produced by Tolu LordTanner The film stars Nse Ikpe Etim, Deyemi Okanlawon, Jimmy Odukoya, Ini Dima-Okojie, Meg Otanwa, Chimezie Imo and Aisha Sanni-Shittu in the lead roles. The film is based on ''God's Waiting Room'', a faith-based book written by prominent Nigerian lawyer Yewande Zaccheaus. The film had its theatrical release on 30 April 2021 and received mixed reviews from critics. Cast * Nse Ikpe Etim as Dr. Nara * Ini Dima-Okojie as Nkechi * Deyemi Okanlawon as Bayo * Jimmy Odukoya as Akin * Chimezie Imo as Somto * Joke Silva as Akin's Mom * Kate Henshaw as Tilewa * Meg Otanwa as Tosan * Uche Chika Elumelu as Amaka * Aisha Sanni-Shittu as Alhaja Aisha * Juliana Olayode Juliana Oluwatobiloba Olayode , also known as Toyo Baby, a sobriquet she got from starring as Toyosi in the series ''Jenifa's Diary''; is a Nigerian actress and sexual purity activist. She is als ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joke Silva
Joke Silva , MFR is a Nigerian actress, director, and businesswoman. In 1998 she had a major role, starring opposite Colin Firth and Nia Long in the British-Canadian film ''The Secret Laughter of Women''. In 2006, she won " Best Actress in a Leading Role" at the 2nd Africa Movie Academy Awards for her performance in ''Women's Cot'', and " Best Actress in a Supporting Role" at the 4th Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2008 for her performance as a grandmother in '' White Waters''. Silva is married to actor Olu Jacobs. The couple founded and operate the Lufodo Group, a media corporation that consists of film production, distribution assets, and the Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts where she serves as Director of Studies. She is also the pioneer managing director of Malete Film Village, in association with Kwara State University. On 29 September 2014, Silva received recognition as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic, one of Nigeria's National Honours, at the Intern ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
