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IROKOTV TEAM HOSTS MERCY JOHNSON& RUKKY SANDA

 
 
 
Talented Nollywood actresses,
Mercy Johnson and Rukky Sanda recently made a surprise visit to the iROKOtv team in the Lagos offices in Anthony Villag. The staff were not only overjoyed to meet and spend time with these Nollywood celebs, they also shew them around the beautiful new office space recently acquired by the company.  
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OPRAH WINFREY ON TURNING 60 + BIRTHDAY PICTURES

The American television host, actress and producer expectedly got loads and loads of gifts on January 29- her birthday. One of such is a sequined portrait from her friend and talk show host, Ellen DeGeneres. Meanwhile here’s what the philanthropist wrote on her website few days before she turned 60. “Even in my darkest moments—through sexual abuse, a pregnancy at 14, lies and betrayals”. She recounted her teenagehood experience.
Excerpts!!!

“Sixty. I’m turning 60 this month! I’m so glad I’ve lived long enough to say those words and celebrate their meaning.
I’m turning 60. I’m alive. Healthy. Strong.
I’m turning 60, and—please don’t take offense—I no longer have to be concerned about what anyone thinks of me! (You know, the old Am I doing it right? Am I saying it right? Am I being what or who I’m “supposed” to be?)
I’m turning 60, and I’ve earned the right to be just as I am. I’m more secure in being myself than I’ve ever been. I have reached the moment Derek Walcott describes in his beautiful poem “Love After Love”: “…with elation / you will greet yourself arriving / at your own
door, in your own mirror / and each will smile at the other’s welcome.”
I am in awe of the way my journey here on earth continues to unfold. My life has been marked by miracles for as long as I can recall—and even before. (My entire existence is the result of a onetime frolic
under an oak tree.) My early days speaking in a Mississippi Methodist church—Baptist leanings, shoutin’, and Holy Ghost included—prepared me for a future of speaking in a public arena I could never have imagined.
And now, at 60, I simply want to share what I’ve been given. I want to continue to encourage as many people as I can to open their hearts to life, because if I know anything for sure, it’s that opening my own heart is what has brought me my greatest success and joy.
My highest achievement: never shutting my heart down. Even in my darkest moments—through sexual abuse, a pregnancy at 14, lies and betrayals—I remained faithful, hopeful, and open to seeing the best in people, regardless of whether they were showing me their worst. I stayed open to believing that no matter how hard the climb, there is always a way to let in a sliver of light to illuminate the path forward.
We go through life discovering the truth about who we are and determining who has earned the right to share the personal space within our heart.”
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WAIT A MIN! THESE ARE SHAN GEORGE'S SONS?

It is interesting to know that these two grown men are actually Shan George’s sons. One of them, Jagaceo Otsemobor, is a hip-hop artiste (wrote about the singer few years back). I actually thought she has 1 child. Delnoi, 27 and Jaga, 25 graduated from University of East
London. The latter works as a director in his dad’s company.
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MUSIC: ODONKS- SPOTLIGHT

Sensational singer, Peter Ngoboh debuts with an impressive single titled "Spotlight" written and produced by the one and only Jide aka MixmasterJ. The song is a motivational song, meant for those who desire to reach their peak!!! Odonks, a vocalist of repute in House On The Rock, HOTR Lagos is a soulful, urban, contemporary singer and has been singing for as long as he can remember.

The Lagos-born native of Bayelsa state draws inspiration and influences from the likes of John Legend, Lauryn Hill, Boys II men, Fred Hammond, Youssou N'dour amongst many others. Stardom talks about one's journey to success.

Hulkshare Link: http://www.hulkshare.com/ztl5rr65m70g /Odonks – Spotlight

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PHOTOS FROM JIDE KOSOKO'S 60TH BIRTHDAY LECTURE&PARTY

Like we reported few days back. The veteran actor, Jide Kosoko turned 60 two weeks ago, organizers of Best of Nollywood put together a two-in-one event to honour the filmmaker and the former President, Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP).

The birthday lecture took place yesterday on January 29 by at Eagles park Hotel Ikeja. Lectures were delivered by Wemimo Ogunde of Nollywood Tweets and Fidelis Duker. The birthday shindig took place later in the evening at Troy Lounge Ogba. Roll call of celebrities at the event include Fathia Balogun, Sola and Bidemi Kosoko, Ayo Badmus, Doris Simeon, Henrietta Kosoko, Ayo Adesanya, Ireti Osayemi-Bakare, Aishat and many more.

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ART COLLECTIONS FEATURING LIONEL MESSI, C RONALDO, MESUT OZIL, VAN PERSIE AND THEO WALCOTT UNVEILED. (TAKE A LOOK)

A popular New York-based artist and designer, Daniel Nyari has unveiled his latest art collections featuring star footballers; Lionel Messi (Barcelona), Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid), Mesut Ozil (Arsenal), Robin Van Persie (Manchester United) and Theo Walcott. The collections are titled Playmakers’ and ‘Match of the Day.’ Walcott’s design is the finest, Messi’s the funniest.
Culled from London Evening Standard
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OC UKEJE, DAMILOLA ADEGBITE, HALF OF A YELLOW SUN, LUPITA NYONG’O, OTHERS NOMINATED FOR SCREEN NATION FILM AND TELEVISION AWARDS.

The list of nominees for the 2014 edition of the Screen Nation Film and Television Awards has been released. The 9th edition of the event will hold on Sunday, February 23, 2014 at Plaza Riverbank, Albert Embankment, London.Featuring rave of the moment thespians from Nigeria; Joseph Benjamin, Damilola Adegbite, Alexx Ekubo, Linda Ejiofor O.C Ukeje, Femi Jacobs and many more; Ghana Chris Attoh and wave-making 12 years a slave actress, Lupita Nyong'o.
Also included in the shortlist are some of Nigeria's brilliantly produced films; Half of a Yellow Sun, Tango with me, Flower Girl, Hoodrush, Confusion Na Wa and the rest.NOMINEES(1) BEST AFRICAN FILMOf Good Report – Jahmil X.T. Qubeka, (South Africa)
Nairobi Half Life – David Kitonga, (Kenya/Germany)
Mother of George – Andrew Dosunmu, (Nigeria/USA)
Half of A Yellow Sun – Biyi Bandele, (Nigeria/UK)
B for Boy – Chika Anadu (Nigeria/UK)
(2) FAVOURITE FEMALE AFRICAN INTERNATIONALLupita Nyong'o (USA/Kenya)
Linda Ejiofor (Nigeria)
Danai Gurira (USA/Zimbabwe)
Damilola Adegbite (Nigeria)
Adepero Oduye (USA/Nigeria)
(3) FAVOURITE MALE AFRICAN INTERNATIONALOC Ukeje (Nigeria)
Joseph Benjamin (Nigeria)
Femi Jacobs (Nigeria)
Chris Attoh (Ghana)
Anthony Monjaro (Nigeria)
Alex Ekubo (Nigeria)
(4) FAVOURITE NIGERIAN (NEW NOLLYWOOD) FILM Amina
Turning Point
Tango with Me
Onye Ozi
Hoodrush
Flower Girl
Confusion Na Wa(5) FAVOURITE BLACK CHANNEL ABN TV
BEN TV
Nollywood Movies
The Africa Channel
Vox Africa(6) DIVERSITY IN FACTUAL PRODUCTION(a) Albino Witchcraft Murders – BBC4 Bad 25 – BBC2
(b) Burma: My Father and the Forgotten Army – BBC2
(c) First Amongst Equals: The Laurie Cunningham Story – ITV1
(d) The Cruel Cut – C4
(e) Martin Luther King and the March on Washington – BBC2(7) DIVERSITY IN DRAMA PRODUCTIONDancing on the Edge – BBC2
Death in Paradise – BBC1
Holby City – BBC2
Luther – BBC1 Run – C4
Top Boy – C4 Youngers C4(8) INDEPENDENT SPIRIT FILM PRODUCTIONFedz – Top Dog
Gone Too Far – Destiny Ekaragha
It's a Lot – Femi Oyeniran & Darwood
Grace Sable Fable – Stephen Lloyd Jackson
The Fade – Andy Mundy-Castle(9) HONORARY AND MAJOR AWARDSClassic Movie – Do the Right Thing
Classic TV (Intl.) – The Cosby Show
Classic TV (UK) – Desmond's
Edric Connor Inspiration (Posthumously) – FELIX DEXTER
Outstanding Contribution – Bill Duke

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CHAN 2014 SEMI-FINAL: END OF THE ROAD FOR NIGERIA

It was a tension-soaked moment. Nigeria has bowed out of the CHAN 2014 competition. They lost out to Ghana at the Semi final stage. Both team couldn't produce a goal after 120 mins and had to resort to penalty shoot-outs. Ghana slipped all their shots in successfull , Ejike Uzoenyi, the most significant player in the team made a good account of himself before the goal-keeper, other Nigerian players' shots travelled in different directions. (Pardon my writing style, I'm a little bit distraught.)

Up Nigeria! You remain a winner to us! Congratulations Ghana!!!

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THROWBACK PHOTO: PETE EDOCHIE

So Pete Edochie’s signature beard has come a long way! Really interesting!!! They grew thicker and denser with age. The story of the Nigerian movie industry would be incomplete without ample space given to veterans like him. I miss the stern-looking actor, his strong, powerful voice, the way his eyes twitch before he breaks into adages/proverbs.

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HILARIOUS! CHINESE STUDENTS SHOW US A WONDERFUL STUDYING TECHNIQUE

Do you find yourself sleeping off few minutes after you open a book? This Chinese students' studying technique is just the best option you've been waiting for. If you're a lady, fix a brazilian hair or one of those long hair brands, if you're a guy, do the same, get a wig or scarf.lol

To stop themselves from nodding off while studying, these Chinese university students resorted to tying up their hair with cloth pegs , so anytime they try to nod off, the pegs would pull their hair.

The technique was carried out by two students, Chen and Huang, who were determined to succeed but had problems staying awake.

"Chen is so keen to succeed that she decided to give the hair trick a try, as you can see her hair is more than long enough. As we didn't have a beam in our dorm, she used the clothes dryer and claims it worked really well. The preparation is boring, but the hanging hair practice makes it interesting and I really feel much more energetic by studying this way". Huang explained.

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