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Mr. Ibu Opens Up About His 3 Year Absence

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6 months ago

April 11, 2023

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John Okafor, the popular Nollywood actor, known by his stage name Mr. Ibu, has recently opened up about his three-year absence from the limelight.

The actor was speaking to Vanguard, where he revealed that he saw dead people on the other side during his illness. The comic actor had earlier alleged that he was poisoned by his kinsmen, and in May 2022, he once again claimed to have been poisoned.

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He stated that his illness was orchestrated by people who despise him. After being taken to the hospital, the doctors diagnosed his condition, and through their treatment, he slowly regained his health. He believes that his enemies were happy with his illness and thought he would not recover, but God made it possible for him to survive.

This incident left a significant impression on the actor, and he describes it as a “big lesson.” He expressed his surprise at still being alive and credited God for bringing him back.

John Okafor has enjoyed a lengthy career in Nollywood, and his fans would undoubtedly be relieved to see him in good health again.

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“Something Like Gold” Kicked Off With ₦11 million Gross At The Nigerian Box Office

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9 hours ago

October 3, 2023

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“Something Like Gold” kicked off its theatrical run at the Nigerian box office with a gross of ₦11 million. This romantic movie made its debut on September 29, 2023, and during its opening week, it secured the third position.

The Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN) reported that “Something Like Gold” accumulated a total gross of ₦11,074,200 million between September 29, 2023 and October 1, 2023.

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The movie revolves around the love story of a woman who finds love anew after being stood up at her wedding. Her journey includes navigating a new life following the seizure of her father’s wealth, leading to valuable life lessons and the rekindling of love.

Directed by Kayode Kasum and produced by Sandra Okunzuwa, who also stars in the movie, the film boasts a talented cast including Mercy Johnson, Kunle Remi, Tope Olowoniyan, Segun Arinze, Patrick Doyle, Timini Egbuson, Teniola Aladese, Broda Shaggi, Waliu Abayomi Fagbemi, Bela Salami, and Ebere Doris Okorie.

In fifth place on the box office chart, is “A Weekend To Forget“, which earned ₦5,913,500 million in its second week at Nigerian cinemas. Having debuted the previous month, it has gathered a total gross of ₦23,967,350 million between September 22, 2023 and October 1, 2023.

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On the other hand, “Charlie and the Boys“, a heist adventure featuring Kanayo O. Kanayo (Charles Omokwe (Charlie Fingers) in the movie) as the lead character, made its theatrical debut on September 29, 2023. It recorded a total of ₦910,250 thousand during its opening week, securing the 11th position at the Nigerian box office.

Directed by Sele Got, the cast of “Charlie and the Boys” includes Tina Mba, Sani Mu’Azu, Seun Ajayi, Loud Voice, Erica Opia Bale, Lantana Ahmed, Gloria Lemmy Johnson, Folake Akinfewa, Ozioma Onodigbo, Fredrik Skog, Mårten Skog, and Peter Sivlér.

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AFRIMMA Holds Summit On Nigerian Music Industry With Stakeholders

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15 hours ago

October 3, 2023

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AFRIMMA, in partnership with several organizations including PMAN, RELPI, and AMAMN, held an emergency summit on October 1, 2023, to address critical challenges in the Nigerian music industry.

The summit was organized by AFRIMMA (Africa Music Awards) in partnership with PMAN (Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria), RELPI (Record Label Proprietors Initiative), AMAMN (Association of Music Artist Managers of Nigeria), and MPAN (Music Publishers Association of Nigeria).

Due to the circumstances, the summit was conducted virtually, commencing at 6:00 PM Nigerian time via Zoom.

The main objective of the summit was for the stakeholders to collaborate and generate ideas and proposed bills that would contribute to the professionalization of the music and entertainment industry in Nigeria. Its primary focus is on reviving the music, entertainment, arts, culture, and hospitality sector/industry in Nigeria.

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Mike Dada, the president of AFRIMMA said the summit is supposed to bring together various stakeholders from the music and entertainment industry which included musicians/artists, record labels, A&R (Artists and Repertoire), producers, promoters, artiste’s managers, brands, songwriters, DJs & video vixens, video directors, equipment production and rental companies, publishing companies, streaming service companies, entertainment lawyers, royalty companies, choreographers/dancers, entertainment/music journalists, media professionals, culture and music enthusiasts, and other supporting professionals such as cameramen, editors, make-up artists, hairstylists, and costumiers.

In the end, the summit which aimed to address the challenges faced by the Nigerian music industry and foster a conducive environment for its growth and development, was a success as the stakeholders made progress with having to come up with different ideas and perspectives that would drive the music industry further.

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Asake’s “Lonely At The Top” Beats Record For Longest Running Song

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5 days ago

September 29, 2023

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Nigerian sensation, Asake has accomplished a remarkable milestone by tying for the longest-running number-one song on the Nigerian Radio chart.

After a phenomenal debut year in 2022, highlighted by a series of chart-topping singles and an outstanding debut album, Asake’s musical dominance has extended into 2023.

Asake’s smash single “Lonely At The Top” from his second album, “Work of Art”, has matched the number one record formerly held by Fireboy’s “Peru,” featuring Ed Sheeran, on the most recent TurnTable Radio list.

Between the chart week of September 15th, 2023, and September 21st, 2023, “Lonely At The Top” spent its tenth non-consecutive week at the pinnacle of the chart, equalling the record established by Fireboy’s “Peru” remix during 2021-2011.

.@asakemusik’s “Lonely At The Top” becomes the joint longest No. 1 song in radio chart history in Nigeria

“Lonely At The Top” has spent ten non-consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the official radio chart — equalling the 10-week record held by Fireboy DML & Ed Sheeran between 2021 —… pic.twitter.com/SXAvDue7QJ

— TurnTable Charts (@TurntableCharts) September 28, 2023

Asake’s “Lonely At The Top” has become a fan favourite. This single is also on track to place a new number one record on the TurnTable Top 100 chart, which uniquely combines data from radio, premium and freemium streaming platforms, and television.

.@asakemusik’s “Lonely At The Top”
becomes the joint longest No. 1 song in singles chart history in Nigeria

It logs an eleventh week at #1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100— equalling the 11-week reign of @Omah_Lay’s “Godly” (2020 — 21)

See the full chart here… pic.twitter.com/zIniKAmbab

— TurnTable Charts (@TurntableCharts) September 25, 2023

Surprisingly, this maga hit has tied Omah Lay’s “Godly” for the longest streak at the top of the TurnTable Top 100 chart with 11 consecutive weeks. The song is likely to surpass this milestone if it maintains its dominance in the upcoming week.

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