Personality of the week: ASA

Music they say is life, as it elevate the soul, bring to memories of what life was, is and should be. Asa is one of Nigerian artist whose style of music is a  relieve to the soul of many. Born Bukola Elements known as Aṣa (pronounced "Asha"), born on the 17th of September 1982; she's a Nigerian French singer, songwriter, and recording artist. Her stage name "Aṣa" means " Hawk " in Yoruba. Aṣa was born in Paris, France to her Nigerian parents. Her family returned to live in Nigeria when she was two. Though she grew up in in a small town near Lagos, in the south-western part of Nigeria,  Asa returned twenty years later to Paris where her life as an artist took off. Asa being the only female in the mix of three boys, at a young age was challenged with the responsibility of  looking after the house during her parents' frequent absences. This,  led to her self discovery. As she drew her inspiration from her father's collection of records featuring soul, classics and Nigerian music, including Marvin Gaye, Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, Aretha Franklin , King Sunny Adé  and Ebenezer Obey. In 2004 Aṣa met her manager and friend, Janet, who introduced her to Cobhams Emmanuel Asuquo, who in turn became her musical partner and producer. At this stage, Aṣa returned to Paris. Back in Nigeria, her first single, "Eyé Adaba," then "Jailer," were beginning to get air play. Aṣa soon signed to Naïve Records partnered with Cobhams, and with the new involvement of Christopher Dupouy, she produced her first album, Asa. The release of the album, led her into wining the prestigious French Constantin Award in 2008, where she was voted best fresh talent of 10 singers or groups by a jury of 19 music-industry specialists in Paris.

Her second album, "Beautiful Imperfection" was released on 25 October 2010. The lead single from Beautiful Imperfection is titled "Be My Man" and was released in late September. A video for the song was released in mid - October. She also performed with Féfé at the Sydney Festival in 2011. Asa who became an artist in Lagos is clearly one of the most exciting artists to have emerged in the last decade. She’s highly in-demand by festivals across the world and radios (with taste!) are giving her a special place on their playlist.

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Brand Ambassador Comedians II

Last week we started profiling some Naija comedian telecommunication brand ambassadors who has made their way to the top. Today we unveil another two, Akpororo and Basketmouth.

Akpororo
Jephthah Bowoto popularly known as Akpororo is an Ilaje-born Warri Boy. His journey to the Comedy greatness was a long and winding one. But it lead to his destiny. Akpororo in June 2015,was announced by one of the leading Telecommunications service provider, Airtel Nigeria, as brand ambassador among other personalities like; TuFace, Patoranking, Phyno and others. Renowned, on-the-rise comedian, Akpororo, is regarded as someone with very strong work ethic and his passion for comedy has earned him so many accolades. He also sponsors a football competition as a way of supporting talented youths in his community.

Basketmouth

More than any other Nigerian comedian, Basketmouth(Bright Okpocha) remains the toast of many reputable brands in Nigeria. He is the brand ambassador of the leading telecommunications company Globacom. To top it all, he is the CEO of Barons World Entertainment which organizes shows in Nigeria and abroad.

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Rising Star: Mc MEKUS

Emeka Ihesiaba Wisdom aka Mc Mekus started comedy in 2011 but took it serious as a career in 2013, he was the 1st runner up of the Ideal Personality Gospel Comedy Open Mic competition in 2014 a show which was proudly sponsored by MTN and Diamond Bank.

The Imo breath comedian who hosted his first show march this year featuring arts  like Ajele, Princewill, Koloman, Ajebo,Dpo, Laff Doctor, Baba De baba, Pamtop, Boy of God, Ty Jokez, Dare justified, Blinx Cavalli and others graced the occasion..Indeed he  is rising as a star as he has performed in some remarkable events like Laugh Therapy with Princewill, Uninterrupted with Babahkay,Thoughts of Openteeth with comedians like Akpororo, Acapella, Emeka Smith, Ajebo, Mc Shakara and a host of others

Mc Mekus who just finished his OND program studied Shipping Management and Technology in a Maritime institution in  Lagos while he was in school he served as the comic editor of the press club.

Mc Mekus was recently featured in a movie titled"my mom my pride" a movie that featured A list entertainers in the industry.

Indeed he is a rising star.


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Oldies: SADIQ DABA

Certainly,  not everyone remembers the name "Sadiq Daba" but if you were born between 80s and 90s when ‘Things Fall Apart” and “Rooster Crow At Dawn" was the hit of the year, then you will have no reason not to remember one of the strong character behind "roaster crown at dawn" - Sadiq Daba. Sadiq Daba is a veteran TV broadcaster, Presenter, Actor, Director and Producer who wowed Nigerians from the late 70s through the 80s and 90s. His performances were instrumental in the birth of contemporary Nollywood. He starred in myriads of films, soap operas and drama like; 'Rooster Crow at Dawn’, ‘Behind the Clouds’, ‘A Place like Home’, ‘Soweto’, and ‘Moment of Truth’.
Widely traveled and educated, he studied at the St. Edwards College, Sierra Leone, NTA/TV College, and later went on training tours to Germany, U.K. et al. He was a news reader, reporter, editor at RKTV (Radio Television Kaduna), NTV/NTA Sokoto, NTPC Lagos, NTA Lagos.

Though he's been below the radar for a while, but we still adore his performances. In 2013,he popped up as the hero of 'arguably' the most anticipated movie of the year; 'October 1st'. He plays a character called ‘Waziri’ a Police Detective who’s charged with the responsibility of apprehending a serial feminist murderer in precolonial Nigeria.
Talking about how he went into acting,  he said: “I gradually worked towards my dream every day of my life, hoping that one day it will come through. And I am glad it did. As far as acting is concerned, it started way back in Sokoto with Peter Igho from the newsroom; I was a news reporter, presenter and then a news producer.Peter who was then the head of drama decided to drag me into it and we did so many drama productions in Sokoto. Somewhere along the line, 'Cockcrow at Dawn' was born and we decided to run it as a series and surprisingly it turned out to be a big hit,” he informed.
As part of his consultancy services since his retirement, Daba has produced a programme called Soul of Highlife — which took him to different countries such as Sierria Leone and Ghana — where he spoke to highlife music legends.

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Model of the week: JOY EDEM

With all pleasure,  we unveil Comedy+ unique and elegant  Model of the week, Miss Edem Chiagozie Joy.

Body Statistics:
Height: 5"8
Hips: 33
Waist: 26
Bust: 32

Joy is an indigene of Ogbaru Local Government area of Anambra State and a biochemistry graduate of Cross River University of Technology, Calabar.

Her modeling career started as far back in 2010 with Unique Strategy on one of their show tagged "Let's do it 2010".

After her national service,  Joy relocated to Lagos to continue her modeling career of which currently she is on a contract with Posh Model Academy, Lagos.

Early this year,  Edem Joy represented Gombe State on a pageantry,  Miss Green and White Nigeria 2015. She has as well done other modeling jobs  for some Nigerian prominent and up coming brands like; Owambe clothing and others.

For modeling contracts, business deals and more info,  follow joy on instagram:@honeyslimjecy.

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Brand Ambassador Comedians

The Idea of using entertainment stars as brand ambassadors by brands especially telecommunications brands has help in the growth of products and services of this brands.
We can boldly say that even our Naija comedians are not left out in the endorsement, as quite number of this comedians are known with some telecommunication brands especially.

Bovi Ugboma
Bovi Ugboma, married with two children is the third comedian signed on to Glo. He got endorsed by a telecommunications company,  global  about 48 hours after he purchased his 2015 brand new lekki house. Currently he is the CEO of Kountry Kulture Networks Ltd, a production house with bias for television, film and events. He was also said to be among the Top ten best and most funny Nigerian comedians.

Steve 'Yaw' Onu
Yaw is a popular comedian and on air personality with Wazobia  FM. OAP Steve ‘Yaw’ Onu’ signed a contract multi-million Naira endorsement deal with Telecomunications giant, MTN which was later renewed after 12 months. He joined other MTN ambassadors that includes Don Jazzy, Davido, Tiwa Savage, D’Prince, Praiz, Chidinma, Iyanya, Banky W, Dr SID, Timaya, Sean Tizzle, Sound Sultan and Harrysong for MTN 2.0

We celebrate these talents as they continually use their personality to add value to corporate brands.

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Comedy Rhythm with SY

Sy World Entertainment Presents! 'Comedy Rhythm with SY'

'Comedy Rhythm with SY' in it capacity promises to be a rib cracking and fun filled event show casing, Dance, Music and Comedy by Nigerian talented entertainers like; Princewill, Dr Bonnyhills, Ebinyo, Skoolbol, Mc Danni B, Whiteberry, Mc Ayanfe, Mc Bleach and lots more. Also we have Hillary Jackson and Dynamiks Dancers to the thrill
Date: Sunday 22nd Nov., 2015
Venue: R.C.C.G, 1/3, Adeola str Agric bustop Ikorodu, Lagos State
Time: 4pm

Gate: FREE

See you there!!!

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