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LSETF partners Arc Skills, UNDP on Lagos State Employability Support Project

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October 9, 2017

: Ibironke Ogunmade, Head Employability, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

In its bid to achieve the objectives of the recently-launched Lagos State Employability Support Project, the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), in partnership with the United Nations Development Project (UNDP) and Arc Skills, a global skills training provider, hosted entrepreneurs and business leaders across major sectors at a 3-day ‘Industry Engagement Forum’.

The forum which held from 4 – 6, October, 2017 at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, was attended by industry executives in Construction, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment and Fashion sectors. The program provided an effective platform to identify, analyze, and discuss opportunities to improve skill acquisition and employment in the state, while leveraging on recommendations and feedback from stakeholders.

While speaking at the event, Executive Secretary, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Mr. Akinwale Oyebode, said the industry engagement will help address issues of capacity building in Lagos, while providing skilled and trained workers to meet job demands in both the public and private sectors.

“Through the feedback and recommendations gathered from this event, we hope to understand the challenges faced by key stakeholders in the economy and also get suggestions that will ultimately build the scope of the initiative,” he said.

Giving a speech at the opening event, the Chief Executive Officer, Arc Skills Nigeria, Amit Washington, acknowledged the urgent need for an innovative learning approach that will motivate young people in the society, which the organization will implement over eighteen months.

“With this project, Arc Skills is strategically positioned to demonstrate its total commitment to knowledge and skills development. We also believe that education is powerful in nation building and sustainable economic growth, as a more skilled and productive workforce can increase efficiency at work place and create higher standards of goods and services, which in turn forms the basis for faster economic growth and improved living standards”.

Commenting on the seminar, the Team Leader, Inclusive Growth Unit, UNDP, Robert Asogwa said, “As the continent’s most populous country and biggest economy, there are opportunities to improve earnings and income through skills that affect people’s economic and social wellbeing in many ways. By working with industry groups and organizations, we can easily implement recommendations that will tackle insufficiency of skilled labour and ensure social mobility.”

In attendance at the forum were top executives from leading organizations including Ndidi Nnoli-Edozien, Group Chief Sustainability and Governance, Dangote Industries Limited; Ekene Udeh, Quality Manger, Samsung (Heavy Duty); Chike Maduegbuna, CEO, Afrinoll; Olalekan Olude, Founder, Jobberman; Steve Babaeko, CEO, X3M Ideas; Anthony Shisler, MD, Maison Fahrenheit and Victor Adebayo, Group HR Director, Summit Chanrai Group;Bose Oshin, CEO, G.A.M.E Productions; amongst others.

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Arit Okpo, host of the event at the Lagos State Employability Support Project.

: A cross section of the panelist after the Apparel panel section with the CEO of Arc Skills, Amit Washington

Amit Washington, the CEO of Arc Skills presenting the plaque to Sola Babatunde as one of the panelist after the Apparel Panel discussion.

The audience during the Apparel panel discussion.

The panelist of the Apparel sector, from the left; Jane Michael Ekanem, Teslim Mohammed, Funmi Ajila Ladipo, Sola Babatunde, Omolara Aromolaran and Omoyemi Akerele as the moderator.

From left: Steve Babaeko, CEO, X3M Ideas; Chike Maduegbuna, CEO, Afrinolly Limited; Mahmood Ali-Balogun, CEO, Brickwall Communications Ltd; Amit Washington, CEO, Arc Skills Nigeria; Shaibu Husseni, Culture and Film Journalist; Bose Oshin, CEO, G.A.M.E Productions; Jay Franklyn Jituboh, CEO, Sidomex Universal and Fidelis Ogunseri, CEO, OCS Films at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

Amit Washington, CEO, Arc Skills Nigeria presenting a plaque to one of the entertainment sector panelists, Bose Oshin, CEO, G.A.M.E Productions at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Entertainment Sector Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

Amit Washington, CEO, Arc Skills Nigeria presenting a plaque to one of the entertainment sector panelists, Mahmood Ali-Balogun, CEO, Brickwall Communications Ltd at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Entertainment Sector Industry Engagement

Amit Washington, CEO, Arc Skills Nigeria presenting a plaque to one of the entertainment sector panelists, Chike Maduegbuna, CEO, Afrinolly Limited at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Entertainment Sector Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

Amit Washington, CEO, Arc Skills Nigeria presenting a plaque to one of the entertainment sector panelists, Steve Babaeko, CEO, X3M Ideas at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Entertainment Sector Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

Kelechi Amadi-Obi, Creative Photographer and Publisher of Style Mania Magazine speaking at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

Panelists for the Entertainment Sector From left: Steve Babaeko, CEO, X3M Ideas; Chike Maduegbuna, CEO, Afrinolly Limited; Mahmood Ali-Balogun, CEO, Brickwall Communications Ltd; Shaibu Husseni, Culture and Film Journalist; Bose Oshin, CEO, G.A.M.E Productions; Jay Franklyn Jituboh, CEO, Sidomex Universal and Fidelis Ogunseri, CEO, OCS Films at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

Mahmood Ali-Balogun, CEO, Brickwall Communications Ltd and Kelechi Amadi-Obi, Creative Photographer and Publisher of Style Mania Magazine at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

: Ibironke Ogunmade, Head Employability, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) at the Lagos State Employability Support Project Industry Engagement held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday.

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Nigeria Selects “Mai Martaba” As International Feature Film (IFF) Contender For 2025 Oscars

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October 30, 2024

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The Nigerian Official Selection Committee has selected the epic Hausa film, Mai Martaba as its contender for the International Feature Film (IFF) category at the 97th Academy Awards. The Committee announced in an official statement that they selected the film to contend for the Oscars because of its theme and visual appeal.

“The Nigerian Official Section Committee (NOSC) selected the film for its relevant theme of diverse voices in decision-making and inclusive leadership and its visual and technical appeal,” the post said.

Acclaimed director Prince Daniel produced and directed the epic Hausa film “Mai Martaba.”

The Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) has selected as its contender for the International Feature Film (IFF) category at the 97th Academy Awards. The NOSC announced this decision in an official statement, praising the film’s powerful themes and visually captivating qualities.

“Mai Martaba” explores the complexities of power, love, greed, and betrayal within the context of an ancient African kingdom. The film presents a transformative tale that challenges conventions and celebrates female leadership. Notably, it offers a fresh perspective on the region’s rich cultural heritage.

The NOSC’s voting members are an impressive roster of industry luminaries. They include award-winning filmmaker and NOSC Chairperson Stephanie Linus. Victor Okhai, the President of the Directors’ Guild of Nigeria (DGN), is also a member. Veteran actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is on the committee. Former DGN President Andy Amenechi is a member. Yibo Koko, a theatre practitioner, is on the committee. Writer/director Izu Ojukwu and prolific film producer Emem Isong are also members.

Additional members include Ali Nuhu, the Managing Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC). Kene Okwuosa, the Co-Founder and Group CEO of Filmhouse Cinemas, is a member. Director Dimeji Ajibola is on the committee. Writer/director Jude Idada is a member. Director John Njamah is on the committee. Actress/polyglot Meg Otanwa is a member. Producer/director Blessing Effiom Egbe is on the committee. Actress Ijeoma Grace Agu is a member. Journalist/film critic Victor Akande is on the committee.

“Mai Martaba” was filmed in Daura, Katsina State, Nigeria.

The film tells the story of an ancient kingdom that experienced a trade boom through the Trans-Saharan trade exchange, but then faced a fierce internal power struggle among the powerful Agadashawa ruling clan, leading to its downfall.

The film was released theatrically in Nigeria and also selected for the prestigious Septimius Awards in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

The NOSC’s 15-member committee unanimously voted “Mai Martaba” as their top choice to represent Nigeria in the IFF category at the 97th Oscars.

The IFF Executive Committee will now determine the next stage for the film’s journey to the prestigious awards ceremony, which will be held on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood, Los Angeles, and broadcast live to over 200 territories worldwide.

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Angélique Kidjo Submits “Joy” Feat. Davido For Record Of The Year At 2025 Grammys

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October 7, 2024

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The Recording Academy is preparing for the 67th Grammy Awards, which will take place on February 2, 2025, in Los Angeles.

As the awards season approaches, artists have begun submitting their projects for nomination consideration. Among the many entries is the five-time Grammy Award winner Angelique Kidjo. Angelique has officially submitted her latest track, “Joy,” featuring Nigeria’s superstar Davido, for consideration in two categories: Best African Music Performance and Record of the Year.

Angelique Kidjo has also submitted “Sunlight to My Soul,” featuring the Soweto Gospel Choir. Diane Warren wrote the song. It was for Best Global Music Performance and Song of the Year.

“Joy” marks the second collaboration between Angelique Kidjo and Davido, who previously teamed up for the hit song “Na Money” in 2023.

Angelique Kidjo and Davido are leading the charge among Nigerian artists.

REMA

Rema — Best New Artiste
HEIS — Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album
“Benin Boys” ft. Shallipopi — Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Best African Music Performance, Best Music Video
“OZEBA” — Best Global Music Performance

TEMS

Born In The Wild – Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album, Best Engineered Album, Best Non-Classical.
Love Me Jeje – Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best African Music Performance, Best Music Video
Burning – Best R&B Performance, Best R&B Song
Free Fall – Best Melodic Rap Performance
No. 1: Best African Music Performance (W/Tyla)

ARYA STARR

The Year I Turned 21 — Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album
Commas: Record of the Year, Song Of The Year, Best African Music Performance
Bora Bora: Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best Global Music Performance
Hýpe: Best Global Music Performance
Goodbye: Best Music Video
You’re Hired: Best Global Music Performance
Big FU: Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

ASAKE

MMS — Best African Music Performance (with/Wizkid)
Lungu Boy — Album of the year, Best Global Album
Active — Recording of the Year (with/Travis Scott)
Zlatan “Bust Down” Ft Asake — Best African Music Performance
Ayrastarr “Goodbye” Ft Asake — Best Music Video
Sarz, Gunna, & Asake “Happiness” — Best Music Video

Below are the key dates to know for the Grammy’s season:

Sept. 16, 2023 – Aug. 30, 2024: Product Eligibility Period
July 8, 2024 – August 23, 2024: Media Company Registration Period
July 17, 2024 – August 30, 2024: Online Entry Period
Oct. 4, 2024 – Oct. 15, 2024: First Round Voting
Nov. 8, 2024: 67th GRAMMY Awards Nominations
Dec. 12, 2024 – Jan. 3, 2025: Final Round Voting
Feb. 2, 2025: 67th GRAMMY Awards

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Future Awards Africa 2024: Layi Wasabi, Genoveva Umeh & Tunde Onakoya Among Nominees

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September 23, 2024

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The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) has announced the nominees for its 18th edition. This continental platform celebrates young African excellence.

“Celebrating the Great and Daring” serves as this year’s theme. TFAA highlights extraordinary individuals across Africa who have overcome challenges and made significant community impacts. The nominees represent visionary entrepreneurs and innovative creatives. They embody the brightest minds and boldest talents reshaping young African identity today.

The nominees’ list covers 23 categories. These include education, law, professional services, entrepreneurship, agriculture, technology, photography, acting, and music. Notable nominees are Mary Edoro, Isaac Olayiwola (Layi Wasabi), Tunde Onakoya, Yinka Ashogbon, Chimamanda Chukwuma Pearl (QING MADI), Daniel Etiese Benson (BNXN FKA Buju), Femi Aluko, and Genoveva Umeh.

Distinguished professionals form the jury. These individuals have excelled in their fields and serve as role models. Key jury members include Laide Adetutu, Obinna Okerekeocha, Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho, Tega Oghenejobo, ID Cabasa, Ikenna Ogbudikpa, Yemisi Akinbobola, Paul Onwuanibe, Olumide F. Makanjuola, Omoyemi Akerele, and Ifeoma Okonkwo.

Ayodeji Razaq, Executive Director of TFAA, commented on this year’s nominees. He expressed pride in unveiling a group that exemplifies the best of the continent. Razaq highlighted their audacious vision and groundbreaking accomplishments. He noted the honour of celebrating their contributions and anticipates their future transformative work.

The 2024 edition promises an exciting journey through innovators’, disruptors’, and visionaries’ stories. These individuals embody the daring spirit defining Africa’s next generation of leaders. The event will reveal the 23 award winners from the complete list of nominees.