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Pascal Amanfo
Pascal Amanfo is a Nigerian film director, based primarily in the Ghana film industry. Early life and education Amanfo is a native of Awo Omamma in Oru East Local Government Area of Imo State, south-eastern Nigeria. His mother is from the Esan tribe of Edo State, south-south region of Nigeria. Career In an interview on The Delay Show Ghana'' (2014), ''Amanfo described AMAA award-winning actor, Adjetey Anang as "every director's dream", particularly for his versatility and diligence to acting profession. In 2014, he was listed as one of the top Nigerian film directors by Pulse. In a 2014 interview with Vanguard (Nigeria), Nollywood actress, Sharon Francis described Amanfo as a mentor, who deserve the praise for his tutorship in her quest for stardom. Top Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson speaking on being discovered by Amanfo, stated that he is "one of the top directors in Ghana" and has a way of making difficult situations seem effortless for crew members while on set. In 201 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nigerian
Nigerians or the Nigerian people are citizens of Nigeria or people with ancestry from Nigeria. The name Nigeria was derived from the Niger River running through the country. This name was allegedly coined in the late 19th century by British journalist Flora Shaw, Lady Lugard, Flora Shaw, who later married Baron Frederick Lugard, 1st Baron Lugard, Frederick Lugard, a British colonial administrator. Nigeria is composed of various ethnic groups and Culture, cultures and the term Nigerian refers to a citizenship-based civic nationality. Nigerians are derived from over 250 ethno-linguistic groups.Toyin Falola. ''Culture and Customs of Nigeria''. Westport, Connecticut, USA: Greenwood Press, 2001. p. 4. Though there are multiple ethnic groups in Nigeria, economic factors result in significant mobility of Nigerians of multiple ethnic and religious backgrounds to reside in territories in Nigeria that are outside their ethnic or religious background, resulting in the mixing of the various ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
BellaNaija
''BellaNaija'' is a Nigerian lifestyle, entertainment, and fashion website headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. History BellaNaija was founded by Uche Eze in 2006. In its early form, BellaNaija featured scanned magazine articles, pictures, and interviews of Nigerian fashion personalities. Achievements In 2013, ''BellaNaija'' was ranked fourth in ''AfricaRanking's'' "Top 10 African Entertainment Websites." Uche Pedro and BellaNaija were also recognized on the SME 100 List of the 100 most creative female-owned firms in Nigeria. They completed the Stanford Seed program and the BBNWonderland – BN Lead Weddings Flagship Event with Baileys. Awards References External links * {{Nigerian magazines Nigerian news websites Lifestyle websites Magazines established in 2006 2006 establishments in Nigeria Online magazines Magazines published in Lagos Online magazines published in Nigeria ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Nigerian Actors
This is a list of notable Nigerian actors. Actors * Adebayo Salami * Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje * Afeez Oyetoro * Alex Ekubo * Ali Nuhu * Ayo Makun * Babatunde Omidina * Bob-Manuel Udokwu * Bovi * Broda Shaggi * Charles Inojie * Chet Anekwe * Chidi Mokeme * Chinedu Ikedieze * Chiwetel Ejiofor * Chris Okagbue * Clem Ohameze * Damson Idris * Daniel Etim Effiong * David Oyelowo * Dayo Okeniyi * Dede One Day * Dele Odule * Dele Odule * Desmond Elliot * Deyemi Okanlawon * Doris Simeon * Efa Iwara * Emeka Enyiocha * Emeka Ike * Emeka Ossai * Falz * Femi Adebayo * Femi Branch * Francis Duru * Francis Odega * Fred Amata * Funso Adeolu * Gbemisola Adeoti * Hakeem Kae-Kazim * Hanks Anuku * Ifeanyi Emmanuel Igboke * Ime Bishop Umoh * Jide Kene Achufusi * Jide Kosoko * Jim Iyke * Jimmie Akinsola * Jimoh Aliu * John Boyega * John Okafor * Joseph Benjamin * Joseph Benjamin * Kanayo O. Kanayo * Ken Erics * Kenneth Okonkwo * Kola Oyewo * Ku ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2014 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards
The 2nd Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards ceremony was sponsored by Amstel Malta and the awards were presented by MultiChoice. It took place on 8 March 2014 at Expo Hall, Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos, Nigeria. The awards honour excellence in television, film, and digital content creation in the African entertainment industry. The ceremony was televised by DStv and GOtv and hosted by Vimbai Mutinhiri, Osas Ighodaro and IK Osakioduwa. '' Nairobi Half Life'' won four awards and ''Contract'' won Best Overall Movie. Other notable winners included Tope Tedela, who won Best Actor in a Drama for his role in '' A Mile from Home'', and Nse Ikpe Etim, who won Best Actress in a Drama for her performance in '' Journey to Self''. Osita Iheme and Funke Akindele were awarded Best Actor and Actress in a Comedy for ''The Hero'' and ''The Return of Sheri Koko'', respectively. Michelle Bello was honoured with Trailblazer Award, Rita Dominic with the newly-created New Era Award, and P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2013 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards
The 2013 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards was the second edition of the ceremony to reward excellence in African cinema. It was hosted by Ramsey Nouah. Awards Categories ; Best Motion Picture * '' Brother's Keeper (2014 film)'' * '' Finding Mercy (film)'' * '' Torn (2013 Nigerian film)'' * '' Contract (2012 film)'' * ''Ninah’s Dowry'' * '' Phone Swap'' ; Best Drama *''Hunters'' *''On Bended knees'' *'' House of Gold'' *''Desperate Housegirls'' *'' Finding Mercy'' *'' Torn (2013 Nigerian film)'' ; Best Cinematography * ''Red Hot'' * '' Last Flight to Abuja'' * '' Weekend Getaway'' * '' Phone Swap'' * '' Brother's Keeper (2014 film)'' * '' Contract (2012 film)'' ; Best Comedy * ''Okon goes to School'' * ''Cheaters'' * ''Mrs Somebody'' * ''Lies men Tell'' * '' Phone Swap'' * '' House of Gold'' ; Best Costume *''The Twin Sword'' *''Weekend Getaway'' *'' House of Gold'' *''Volunteers'' *''The Gods are Still not to Blame'' *''Keeping my Man'' ; Most Promising Actress (Best New ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2012 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards
The 2012 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards was the maiden edition of the ceremony to reward excellence in African cinema. It was hosted by Jim Iyke. Awards African Films Category ; Best Motion Picture * ''Unge’s War'' * ''Man on Ground'' * '' Somewhere in Africa'' * '' Mr. and Mrs.'' * ''Two Brides and A Baby'' * '' I'll Take My Chances'' ; Best Drama Film * ''The Groom’s Bride'' * ''In the Cupboard'' * '' Kokomma'' * '' Somewhere in Africa'' * ''Two Brides and A Baby'' * ''Enemy of the Family'' ; Best Actor * Majid Michel – '' Somewhere in Africa'' * Jimmy Jean-Louis – '' Sinking Sands'' * OC Ukeje – ''Two Brides and A Baby'' * George Davidson – ''Dangerous Men'' * Joseph Benjamin (actor) – '' Mr. and Mrs.'' * Hakeem Kae-Kazim – ''Man on Ground'' ; Best Actress * Ini Edo – ''In the Cupboard'' * Jackie Appiah – ''Deadly Affair'' * Nse Ikpe Etim – '' Mr. and Mrs.'' * Stella Damasus – '' Two Brides and a Baby'' * Yvonne Okoro – ''Single 6'' * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2015 Ghana Movie Awards
The 2015 Ghana Movie Awards was held at the Accra International Conference Center The Accra International Conference Centre is an events venue in Accra, Ghana. Other venues include the Ghana Trade Fair Center and the National Theatre, but the Conference Centre is the most popular due to its size and capacity as compared to ... on 30 December 2015. Awards This is a list of nominations. Winners were announced on 30 December 2015. References {{Ghana Movie Awards Ghana Movie Awards 2015 film awards 2015 in Ghana ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2014 Ghana Movie Awards
The 2014 Ghana Movie Awards were held at the Accra International Conference Center on 30 December 2014. Awards ; Actor in a Leading Role * John Dumelo – ''Love or Something Like That'' * James Gardiner, Eddie Watson, Elikem Kumordzie – ''Bachelors'' * Adjetey Anang – '' Devil in the Detail'' *Majid Michel – ''Family Album'' * Kwadjo Nkansah (Lilwin) – ''Made in Agege'' ; Actress in a Leading Role * Joselyn Dumas – ''Love or Something Like That'' * Jackie Appiah – ''Sisters at War'' * Kafui Danku – ''Devil in a Dress'' * Ama K. Abrebese – '' Double-Cross'' * Yvonne Nelson – ''Bachelors'' ; Actor in a Supporting Role * Mikki Osei Berko – '' Potomanto'' * Edward Kuffour – ''When Love Comes Around'' *Kwaku Manu – ''Last Word'' * Kofi Adjorlolo – ''Family Album'' * Chris Attoh – ''Single Married & Complicated'' ; Actress in a Supporting Role * Sonia Ibrahim – ''Shattered Romance'' * Marie Humbert – '' Potomanto'' * Nana Ama McBrown – ''Bachelors'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2013 Ghana Movie Awards
The 2013 Ghana Movie Awards was held at the Accra International Conference Center on 30 December 2013. '' A Northern Affair'' and ''Contract'' were the top winners for the night. Awards Category ; Best Original Score *Ivan Ayitey - ''Contract'' *Berni Anti – ''House of Gold'' *Shaun Burdick - '' A Northern Affair'' ; Best Writing (Adapted or Original Screenplay) * ''Contract'' – Herty Owusu and Shirley Frimpong-Manso * ''House of Gold'' - Pascal Amanfo * '' A Northern Affair'' – Leila Djansi * ''The Pledge'' – Benjamin Dwomoh * ''Cheaters'' - Frank Rajah Arase ; Best Production Design * ''Okomfo Anokye'' - Brinks Abdullai and Bismark Gyamerah * ''The Pledge'' - D.j Vegas/Ghana Armed Forces * '' A Northern Affair'' -Tony Tomety/Palm Gottfried * ''Contract'' - Shirley Frimpong-Manso & Ken Attoh * ''House of Gold'' - Pascal Amanfo ; Best Editing * '' A Northern Affair'' - Dave Goldberg * ''Contract'' - Nana Akua Manso * ''Nkuli'' - Afra Marley * ''House of Gold'' - Okey Bens ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2012 Ghana Movie Awards
The 2012 Ghana Movie Awards was the third edition of the ceremony to reward excellence in the Ghanaian Film Industry. The event was held at Accra International Conference Center on December 2, 2012. The nomination party took place on November 26, 2012. Awards ; Best Actor in a Lead Role (English) * Van Vicker – ''Joni Waka'' * John Dumelo – ''Queen Latifa'' * Prince David Osei – ''Off The Hook'' * Kofi Adjorlolo – ''Wipe My Tears'' * Ekow Blankson – ''Secret Burden'' ; Best Actress in a Lead Role (English) * Yvonne Nelson – '' Single & Married'' * Martha Ankomah – ''Tears of a Smile'' * Jackie Appiah – ''Grooms Bride'' * Nana Akua Addo – ''Wanna Be'' * Yvonne Okoro – ''3 Some'' * Nadia Buari – ''Rain'' ; Best Actor in a Lead Role (Local) * Akwesi Boadi – ''Osofo Mafia'' * Farida Mohammed – ''Gobana'' * Kofi Adu – ''Agya Koo Trotro Driver'' * Isaac Amoako – ''Saman Mogya'' * Kwaku Manu – ''Area Boys'' ; Best Actress in a Lead Role (Local) * Nana ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2011 Ghana Movie Awards
The 2011 Ghana Movie Awards was the second edition of the ceremony to reward film practitioners in the Ghana Film Industry. The event was held at Accra International Conference center on 25 December 2011. Winners included Kimberly Elise, Majid Michel, ''Somewhere in Africa''. '' Ties That Bind'' had 21 nominations and eventually won 9 awards to top the winners list. Olu Jacobs received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Awards Categories ; Best Actor In A Leading Role (English) * Van Vicker – ''Paparazzi'' * Majid Michel – ''Somewhere in Africa'' * Chris Attoh – '' 6 Hours To Christmas'' * Samuel Ofori – '' Fake London Boy'' * Rahim Banda - ''Behind The Mask'' ; Best Actor In A Leading Role (Local) * Apostle John Prah – ''The Holy Bible'' * Bill Asamoah – ''Barfour'' * Kwaku Manu – ''Village Champion'' * Ebenezer Donkor – ''God Father'' * Agya Koo – ''Agenkwah'' * Isaac Amoako – ''Emmanuel'' ; Best Actress In A Leading Role (English) * Jackie Appiah – ''Reaso ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
40 Looks Good On You
''40 Looks Good on You'' is a 2019 Ghanaian film directed by Pascal Amanfo. Synopsis Five friends Stacy, Yaaba, Mawusi, Araaba, and Ruth who met at the university, made a promise to themselves that by age forty they should have achieved everything in life, but things did not seem to go on well for them as the story begins to unfold. Cast * Stephanie Benson * Roselyn Ngissah * Selassie Ibrahim * Uche Jombo * Shaffy Bello * Frederick Leonard * Eddy Watson * John Dumelo John Matthew Kofi Setor Dumelo (born 3 February 1984) is a Ghanaian actor and politician. He is the Member of Parliament representing the Ayawaso West, Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency. He currently serves as the Deputy Minister of Food and ... References Ghanaian drama films 2019 drama films 2019 films 2010s English-language films English-language Ghanaian films English-language drama films {{Ghana-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
