Symphonic Distribution has announced the signing of Moses Bliss to a global distribution deal. This marks the start of Symphonic’s entry into the Nigerian market.
Moses Bliss comes with global star potential and is in line to be the next Gospel superstar from Nigeria. He rose to prominence with his Gospel hit “Too Faithful” released in 2019. He has shared the stage with the biggest names in Gospel music, with the likes of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, Sinach, Frank Edwards, Tye Tribbett, Samsong, Sonnie Badu, Buchi, Tim Godfrey and more. He is a pianist, a drummer, a vocal coach, and a music director for The Engraced Music crew (TEM crew).
Moses Bliss fell in love with music from a young age. He began learning to play musical instruments when he was five years old. Later, he joined the choir at Believers’ Loveworld church, where things started to happen for him. Moses started to flourish as a result of the tremendous assistance in training, ministry, and resources provided by Believers’ Loveworld.
Tunji Afonja, Creative Executive at Symphonic Distro, commented; “Moses is leading a revolution in Gospel coolness, swag, lyrical spice and mainstream appeal”.
In 2019, “Too Faithful” became his biggest success yet, receiving positive feedback and fan covers from all around the world. In 2020, he released another huge record titled “Bigger Everyday.”
Moses Bliss’ ministry continued to flourish, and in 2020 he received the Song of the Year award for “You I Live For” at the LIMA Awards. In May 2021, Moses Bliss released his debut Gospel album, “Too Faithful,” to finish off this inspirational run. The record, he said, was an extension of his hidden hideaway. “Most songs came from the place of prayer and fellowship with the Spirit. Some songs were borne out of pain and tears, while others out of joy,” Moses explained.
Moses Bliss hopes to spread his music on a worldwide scale using Symphonic. “We are super excited to help the award-winning Moses Bliss achieve success on a global level,” said Jorge Brea, CEO of Symphonic Distro.
Nigerian rapper Phyno praised today’s parents for showing greater support for their children’s talents than the previous generation did.
During his interview on the In My Opinion Podcast, the renowned musician shared his personal experience. He revealed that his parents initially discouraged his musical ambitions.
Phyno explained that the current generation of parents is more understanding and open-minded about their children’s aspirations. This creates a more supportive environment for young talent to flourish.
“My parents didn’t support my career when I first started. It’s different now,” he said.
He added, “I think the generation after my parents understands what it means to support their children’s talent and knows that there is something special about a child who loves music, or a child who loves to play ball.”
The rapper compared the two generations. He emphasized how children in the past were often disciplined for pursuing their artistic dreams.
“Then, when parents come home and see you playing ball, they beat you and seize the ball and give you punishment. You understand me?” he said.
Phyno applauded today’s parents for identifying and fostering their children’s talents, be it in music, sports, or other fields.
“I’m just trying to say that era and this era are different. Now any father who sees his son can play ball and enrols him in an academy. Some, at 1 year old already buy you a ball and say you must play ball like Neymar,” he explained.
Phyno also acknowledged the shift in perception surrounding creative careers, saying,
“Different generations, you know and I also don’t blame my parents. I’m sure that the money in music now was never in music then. They also look at people who did music back then as useless people. As people who just wanted to carry dreadlocks and walk around. But now everyone sees the talent and a gift to be shared to the world, and shout-out to this era of parents.”
The 2025 Filmjoint Awards are fast approaching, and the excitement is building as the full list of nominees is finally out. This year’s nominations highlight exceptional films that span various genres, styles, and talents.
Each nominated film brings something unique and captivating, showcasing an incredible range of cinematic creativity. As we count down to the 2025 Filmjoint Awards, these films are set to compete fiercely across multiple categories, aiming for top honours.
The diverse selection of nominees reflects the rich talent in the industry, making the 2025 Filmjoint Awards a must-watch event.
Let’s dive into the standout films leading the race and vying for this year’s prestigious awards.
The 2024 AFRIFF celebrated exceptional African cinema through a vibrant week-long showcase of talent, creativity, and storytelling excellence.
Filmmakers, actors, and cinema enthusiasts gathered from across the continent to participate in screenings, masterclasses, and engaging panel discussions at the 2024 AFRIFF.
This 13th edition of AFRIFF demonstrated unprecedented diversity in African storytelling, featuring compelling narratives that captivated audiences through multiple genres and languages.
In the 2024 AFRIFF, carefully curated selections sparked meaningful conversations about contemporary African experiences while highlighting the continent’s rich cultural heritage.
Also, at the 2024 AFRIFF Globe Awards ceremony, outstanding films earned recognition for their artistic merit, technical excellence, and powerful storytelling.
These winning productions represented various African perspectives, from intimate personal narratives to broader social commentaries.
Let’s explore the complete list of winners who made their mark at this prestigious celebration of African cinema.
Jury Awards
Jury Prize: Freedom Way | Directed by Afolabi Olalekan | Nigeria
Jury Special Mention: Memories of Love Returned | Directed by Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine | Uganda
Feature Prizes
Best Feature Film: Phoenix Fury | Directed by Ifeoma N. Chukwuogo | Ghana, Nigeria
Best International Film: Calladita (The Quiet Maid) | Directed by Miguel Faus | Spain
Best Director: Ifeoma N. Chukwuogo for Phoenix Fury
Special Mention: A Ghetto Love Story | Directed by Daniel Oriahi | Nigeria
Best Male Performance: Alexander Hakim in The Dog
Best Female Performance: Uzoamaka Onuoha in Agemo
Best Screenplay: Bode Asiyanbi for The Man Died
Documentary Prizes
Best Documentary: Mother City | Directed by Miki Redelinghuys | Brazil, South Africa
Best International Documentary: Memories of Love Returned | Directed by Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine
Special Mention: Dan Bature Kudawa | Directed by Charles Solomon | Nigeria
Best Documentary Short: From God to Man | Directed by Lansana Mansaray | Sierra Leone
Short Film Prizes
Best Animation: Hadu | Directed by Damilola Solesi | Nigeria
Special Mention: Leon and the Professor | Directed by Chekwube Okonkwo | Nigeria
Best Short: Adunni | Directed by Tola Falonipe | Nigeria
Best International Short: Cookie Box | Directed by Adam Żurawiecki | Ghana, Malta
Best Student Short: Last Minute | Directed by Nicole E. Emechebe | Nigeria
Special Mention: Flawed Cupid | Directed by Emerald Obahiagbon, Feyisayo Rotimi | Nigeria
