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CJ Obasi’s “Mami Wata” Leads With 12 Nominations At AMAA 2023

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September 22, 2023

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CJ Obasi’s ‘Mami Wata’ takes the lead with an impressive 12 nominations. The anticipation for the 19th edition of the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) is building as the nomination list has been officially unveiled.

Among the standout submissions, CJ Obasi’s ‘Mami Wata’ takes the lead with an impressive 12 nominations. These nominations span various categories, including Best Film in an African Language, Best Cinematography, Best Sound, Best Screenplay, and Best Director.

This honour highlights the remarkable influence that CJ “Fiery” Obasi’s “Mami Wata” has had on the African film industry. The movie has gained praise from critics and now stands as evidence of the director’s skill and commitment to the medium. It is a fantastic accomplishment for CJ Obasi and the entire team behind “Mami Wata”.

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Coming in closely behind ‘Mami Wata’ is Kunle Afolayan’s Netflix Original, ‘Anikulapo‘, with nine nominations.

Additionally, Izu Ojukwu’s period drama, ‘4:4:44’, secured eight nominations. These films, alongside ‘Mami Wata,’ promise to be strong contenders at the prestigious AMAA awards ceremony.

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The 19th edition of the AMAA, themed “The Renaissance,” is poised to redefine continental honours, setting the foundation for future plans and the grand 20th edition. The awards ceremony is slated to take place on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at The Balmoral event centre, situated within Sheraton Hotels in Ikeja GRA, Lagos.

Below is the comprehensive list of nominations for the 2023 AMAA:

Efere Ozako Award for Best Short Film

Lions – Ethiopia
Riel – Namibia
Enmity Djin – Mauritania

Jubril Malaifia Award for Best Animation

Lost – Uganda
Azania Rises – South Africa
Jabari – Ghana
Bashorun Gaa – Nigeria

Best Documentary

Africa Cradle of Humanity and Modern Civilization – Senegal/Canada
Nightlife in Lasgidi – Nigeria
Maayo Wonaa Keerol – The River Is Not a Border – Senegal
Ifine (Beauty) – Sierra Leone
Le Spectre de Boko Haram – Cameroon

Ousmane Sembene Award for Best Film in an African Language

Pusha Pressa Phanda – South Africa
Anikulapo – Nigeria
The Kitera Chronicle – Uganda
Four Walls – South Africa
Mami Wata – Nigeria

Michael Anyiam Osigwe Award for Best Film by an African-born Director Living Abroad

Talia’s Journey – Christophe Rolin (Senegal/Belgium)
Golden Stripes – Peace Osigbe (Nigeria/UK)
KOFA – Jude Idada (Nigeria/Canada)

Best Diaspora Short Film

We Were Meant To – (United States) – directed by Tari Wariebi
The Ballad of Olive Morris – (United Kingdom) – directed by Alex Kayode-Kay
FiWy-Four Days – (United Kingdom) – directed by Cat White and Phoebe Torrance
Raw Materials – (Jamaica) – directed by Sosiessia Nixon-Kelly

Best Diaspora Documentary

Sound of the Police – (United States) – directed by Stanley Nelson
FantasHco Negrito – Have You Lost Your Mind Yet – (United States) – directed by Yvan Iturriaga and Francisco Nuñez
Black Rio – (Brazil) directed by Fernando Sousa and Gabriel Barbosa

Best Diaspora Narrative Feature

Chee$e – (Trinidad & Tobago) directed by Damian Marcano
Our Father, The Devil – (United States) directed by Ellie Foumbi
The Pastor and the Revolutionary – (Brazil) directed by José Eduardo Belmonte

Best Achievement in Production Design

Pat Nebo – Anikulapo – Nigeria
Eve Martin – Omen – DRC
Sira – Burkina Faso
Antoine Nshimiyimana – Fight Like a Girl – Rwanda
Chantel Carter – Gereza – South Africa

Best Achievement in Costume Design

Bunmi Demilola Fashina – Mami Wata – Nigeria
Toyin Bifarin Ogundeji – Anikulapo – Nigeria
Millicent Jack – 4-4-44 (Four Four Forty-Four) – Nigeria
Djibril Drame – Xalé – Senegal
Elkehoste and Baloji Omen – DRC
Sidi Ouedraogo Sira – Burkina Faso

Best Achievement in Make-Up

Campell Precious Arebamen – Mami Wata – Nigeria
‘Hakeem Effect and Toyin Bifarin Ogundeji’ for ‘Anikulapo’ (Nigeria)
‘Lila Vander Elst’ for ‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Our Lady of the Chinese Shop’ (Angola)
‘Omowunmi Okungbure’ for ‘Gangs of Lagos’ (Nigeria).

Best Achievement in Soundtrack

‘Fight Like a Girl (Rwanda)
‘L’Axe Lourd (The Highway)’ (Cameroon)
‘Gereza’ (South Africa)
‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Obinna Arua’ for ‘4-4-44 (Four Four Forty-Four)’ (Nigeria).

Best Achievement in Visual Effects

‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Mami Wata’ (Nigeria)
‘The Trade’ (Nigeria)
‘Emmanuel Bassey’ for ‘Gangs of Lagos’ (Nigeria).

Best Achievement in Sound

‘Juliana Oswald’ for ‘Our Lady of the Chinese Shop’ (Angola)
‘Vianney Aube Sira’ (Burkina Faso)
‘Erik Griekspoor’ for ‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Samy Bardet’ for ‘Mami Wata’ (Nigeria)
‘Michel Tsagli’ for ‘Xalé’ (Senegal).

Best Achievement in Cinematography

‘Lilis Soares’ for ‘Mami Wata’ (Nigeria)
‘Joachim Philippe’ for ‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Richard Henkels’ for ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (Rwanda)
‘Thomas Wilski’ for ‘Talia’s Journey’ (Senegal/Belgium)
‘Eduardo Kropotkine’ for ‘Our Lady of the Chinese Shop’ (Angola).

Best Achievement in Editing

‘Nathan Delannoy’ for ‘Mami Wata’ (Nigeria)
‘Bertrand Conard’ for ‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Sylvie Gadner’ for ‘Sira’ (Burkina Faso)
‘Layla Swart’ for ‘Gereza
‘Madhew Leutwyler’ for ‘Fight Like a Girl.’

Best Achievement in Screenplay

‘C.J. ‘Fiery’ Obasi’ for ‘Mami Wata’ (Nigeria)
‘Ufuoma MeHHri’ for ‘4-4-44 (Four Four Forty-Four)’ (Nigeria)
‘Moussa Sene Absa,’ ‘Pierre Magny,’ ‘Ben Diogay Beye’ for ‘Xalé’ (Senegal)
‘Madhew Leutwyler’ for ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (Rwanda).

National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVB) Award for Best Nigerian Film

Mami
Anikulapo
4-4-44 (Four Four Forty-Four)
Gangs of Lagos
The Trade
L.I.F.E.
Brotherhood

Best Young/Promising Actor

‘Maleek Sanni’ for ‘Gangs of Lagos’
‘Ewube’ for ‘L’axe Lourd (The Highway)’
‘Darisimi Nadi’ for ‘Obara’m’
‘Sanou Titiama’ for ‘Le chant des fesits (The Song of the Rifle)’
‘Eyiyemi Afolayan’ for ‘Anikulapo’

Best Actor in a Supporting Role

‘Francis Onwuchei’ for ‘The Trade’ (Nigeria)
‘Jeff Jackson’ for ‘Four Walls’ (South Africa)
‘Hakeem Kae-Kazim’ for ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (Rwanda)
‘Jimmy-Jean Louis’ for ‘Rise’ (United States).

Best Actress in a Supporting Role

‘Uzoamaka Aniunoh’ for ‘Mami Wata’ (Nigeria)
‘Rokhaya Niang’ for ‘Xalé’ (Senegal)
‘Clarck Natmbwe’ for ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (Rwanda)
‘Peter Mensah’ for ‘Rise’ (United States).

Best Actor in a Leading Role

‘Richard Mofe Damijo’ for ‘4-4-44 (Four Four Forty-Four)’ (Nigeria)
‘Marc Zunga’ for ‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Fernando Kamugisha’ for ‘The Fallen Advocate’ (Uganda)
‘Tobi Bakre’ for ‘Brotherhood’ (Nigeria)
‘Justine Murichii’ for ‘Shimoni’ (Kenya)
‘Mike Danon’ for ‘Sira’ (Burkina Faso).

Best Actress in a Leading Role

‘Lucie Debay’ for ‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Ehle Mbali Mlotshwa’ for ‘4 Walls’ (South Africa)
‘Nafissatou Sisse’ for ‘Sira’ (Burkina Faso)
‘Adesua Etomi’ for ‘Gangs of Lagos’ (Nigeria)
‘Nse Ikpe Etim’ for ‘4-4-44 (Four Four Forty-Four)’ (Nigeria)
‘Bimbo Ademoye’ for ‘Anikulapo’ (Nigeria)
‘Ama Qamata’ for ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (Rwanda).

First Debut Feature by a Director

‘Baloji’ for ‘Omen’ (DRC)
‘Ery Claver’ for ‘Our Lady of the Chinese Shop’ (Angola)
‘Jean Elliot Ilboudo’ for ‘le Chant des fusils (The Song of the Riffle)’ (Cameroon).

Best Director

‘Moussa Sene Absa’ for ‘Xalé’
‘C. J. ‘Fiery’ Obasi’ for ‘Mami Wata’
‘Baloji’ for ‘Omen’
‘Apolline Traore’ for ‘Sira’
‘Izu Ojukwu’ for ‘4-4-44 (Four Four Forty-Four)’
‘Kunle Afolayan’ for ‘Anikulapo’
‘Kgosana Monchusi’, ‘Menzi Mzimela’ and ‘Juvaiś Dunn’ for ‘4 Walls’.

Best Film

‘Xalé’ (Senegal)
‘Mami Wata’ (Nigeria)
‘4-4-44 (Four Four Forty-Four)’ (Nigeria)
‘Omen’ (DRC), ‘4 Walls’ (South Africa)
‘Sira’ (Burkina Faso)
‘Anikulapo’ (Nigeria).

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Musician Khaid Returns To Social Media After Protracted Illness; Unfollows All But Olamide

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July 25, 2024

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Khaid, a rising Nigerian music star, has recently returned to social media after a period of absence due to a serious health issue. He had been hospitalized for a month due to internal bleeding, which caused significant concern among his fans and fellow artists.

The young artist, whose real name is Sulaimon Shekoni Abiola, had been away from the public eye for several months. His health condition was initially revealed by his manager and record label boss, Sydney Talker. Videos showing Khaid in distress circulated online.

Upon his return to social media, Khaid made some dramatic changes to his online presence.

Most notably, he has unfollowed everyone on his Instagram account except for one person: the well-known musician Olamide. This unexpected action has sparked curiosity and speculation among his followers and industry insiders about potential changes in Khaid’s professional relationships.

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The only hints about Khaid’s current state of mind come from a series of cryptic posts he has shared. These posts appear to address his critics and suggest that he may be experiencing both personal and professional conflicts.

“Y’all set me up but can never shut me up. FYI, I’m Young Trump, I wish y’all long life so y’all can reap what you’ve sown accordingly,” Khaid wrote in one of his posts. “Thank God for helping me overcome what many would face and die. They can’t hold the boy down, we rise again!”

Khaid’s decision to unfollow Sydney Talker on social media has surprised many.

Sydney Talker was instrumental in Khaid’s rise to fame, having signed him to Neville Records. This action has led to much speculation about possible conflicts or changes in their professional relationship.

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The exact reasons for Khaid’s dramatic social media changes are not yet known. Some people think this could be a strategy to gain public attention. Others believe it might indicate serious issues within Khaid’s professional circle.

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Khaid’s recovery from his health problems and his return to social media represent a personal victory. Also, it shows the beginning of a new phase in his music career.

As Khaid moves forward in the music industry, his determination and resilience are clearly evident. Both his supporters and critics will be paying close attention to his next moves.

Khaid’s story is still developing, and many are interested to see how he will navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in his career.

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BBNaija 9: You Must Know These 4 Things Before The New Season Of Starts On Sunday

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July 25, 2024

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Africa’s most popular reality TV show, Big Brother Naija, is about to launch its ninth season (BBNaija 9) in a few days. This season’s theme focuses on pairing contestants and creating dynamic duos, promising to bring exciting new elements to the show.

The upcoming BBNaija season 9 is designed to offer viewers unexpected twists and turns throughout its run. Contestants, known as housemates, will be entertaining audiences across Africa for a total of 71 days.

As the premiere approaches, viewers can anticipate five specific twists, turns, and prizes that will be part of this season’s BBNaija experience. These elements are expected to add extra excitement and intrigue to the show’s format.

The show’s producers have likely prepared these surprises to keep both the contestants and the audience engaged throughout the season. These new features may involve unique challenges, special rewards, or unexpected changes to the game’s rules.

1. BBNaija 9 is centred around duos

BBNaija season nine will revolve around the concept of duos. The show’s organizers have revealed that contestants will be selected based on their ability to function effectively as pairs. The focus on partnerships will be a central theme throughout the season.

“What Biggie has asked for this year is for pairs to audition, which is the first time this is happening. This year we asked for people to come with their friends, besties, family members, wives, husbands, and partners, to enter the show together as a pair. That was the selection criteria,” said Dr Busola Tejumola, the Executive Head, Content & Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice.

2. Big Prizes and sponsors

The grand prize for this season’s Big Brother Naija is a whopping ₦100 million. This impressive package includes a cash prize and a brand new SUV. While there are already several sponsors on board, the full list of prizes is still uncertain due to recent controversies surrounding sponsorships.

3. A new twist for the head of house

This season’s Head of House challenge will be unlike anything viewers have seen before. Starting immediately after the launch show on Sunday, there will be a new primetime activity that will kick off the competition.

Dr Tejumola said,

“Right after the launch show on Sunday, a new activity will start. This season has high stakes. It’s going to move fast, and it will unravel right from Sunday night when we launch the show.”

HoH Ballot, which will determine the first Head of House on Monday, July 29th will replace the usual Head of House challenge.

A series of challenges, including the Custodian Lock-In, Immunity Challenge, and nominations will follow through. The organizers are aiming to create a more dynamic and exciting experience for both contestants and viewers.

4. Fans can win too

In addition to the contestants competing for the grand prize, viewers have the chance to win as well through the Fave Lock-In. By predicting the winning pairs in the Immunity Challenge, lucky fans can win ₦1 million every week.

The new season of Big Brother Naija premieres on Sunday, July 28th on Africa Magic channels. To participate in voting and the Fave Lock-In, fans must download the new MyDStv app before the launch date. The old MyDStv app will no longer be available.

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Davido Partners With GAC Motors In Multi-Million Deal

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July 24, 2024

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David Adeleke, who is famously known as Davido, has entered into a new business agreement with GAC Motors, a well-known car company in Nigeria. Davido will now be one of their important representatives, called ambassadors.

This partnership was made official on Monday, July 22. The signing ceremony took place at the main office of GAC Motors in Lagos, Nigeria. This event marks the beginning of a significant relationship between Davido and the car manufacturer.

GAC Motors shared the news of this partnership on their social media accounts. They posted videos showing Davido visiting their office. The company mentioned that working with Davido will help them build a future that uses new, environmentally friendly technology. They specifically mentioned E-mobility, which likely refers to electric vehicles.

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Davido also shared his thoughts about the partnership on his own social media pages. He expressed his happiness about working with GAC Motors. The singer said he is looking forward to moving into the future together with the company. This suggests that Davido is excited about the innovative aspects of the partnership.

This agreement is beneficial for both Davido and GAC Motors.

For Davido, it’s an opportunity to work with a respected car brand. For GAC Motors, having a popular musician like Davido as their ambassador could help them reach more customers.

He wrote, “Happy to partner with @gacmotorngr and drive into the future together. Innovation and luxury at its finest.”

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This new partnership between Davido and GAC Motors has a background. Earlier, GAC Motors had given Davido and his wife Chioma a special gift. On their wedding day in Lagos, Nigeria, the company presented them with a GAC M8 2024 Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV).

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Now, with this official partnership, Davido has a new role. He will work with GAC Motors to help promote their brand. He might appear in advertisements or at events for the company. His job will be to make more people aware of GAC Motors and their products.

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