Entertainment
Glo-sponsored African Voices Features Simi As Special Guest
This weekend’s edition of African Voices Changemakers, on CNN International, will feature Nigerian songster, songwriter and actress, Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, popularly known by her stage name, Simi.
According to a statement by sponsors of the show, Globacom, Simi will delight viewers with inspirational stories behind her adventure in the music world on the 30-minute magazine programme.
Simi was born on 19 April 1988 in Lagos as the last of four children. She started her career as a gospel singer, releasing her debut studio album in 2008, entitled “Ogaju”. She gained public recognition in 2014 after releasing “Tiff”, a song that was nominated for Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2015. Earlier in 2014, Simi signed a record deal with X3M Music, but left the label in May 2019 following the expiration of her contract.
She released her second studio album “Simisola” on September 8, 2017. Her third studio album “Omo Charlie Champagne”, Vol. 1 was released to coincide with her 31st birthday on April 19, 2019, after which she launched her record label Studio Brat in June of the same year.
The graduate of Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State was one of the top judges in Season 7 of the Nigerian idol TV show in 2022.
Simi who married a singer named Adekunle Gold in a private wedding ceremony on January 9, 2019 became a mother for the first time on the 30th of May 2020 when she gave birth to her daughter Adejare.
The 30-minute magazine programme will be aired on Saturday at 8.30 a.m. Repeats will be broadcast on Saturday at noon; Sunday at 4.30 a.m. and 7.00 p.m. On Monday next week, another repeat will be shown at 4.00 a.m., Saturday at 8.30 a.m. and 12 noon and Sunday at 7.00 p.m. and 9.30 p.m.
Breath of Life has been announced as the winner of the Best Movie Award at the 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA).
Wale Ọjọ, the lead actor in the movie won the Best Actor Award.
“Breath of Life” is a Prime Video original written and directed by BB Sasore who also won the Best Director award of the night. It was produced by by Eku Edewor.
The movie is a faith-based film that follows the story of Timi, who has lost his sense of purpose until he met his Elijah, who changed his life and destiny.
The movie is set in the 1950s to showcase the stellar life of a young Timi, who has a talent for languages, graduating at the top of his class, and becoming the most excellent candidate in the British Navy.
Leading real estate company, and property managers, Adron Homes, is back with its renowned Business Warfare Challenge programme, THE ARENA.
The event will herald an exciting period of strategic competition and professional growth within the company.
Designed as an innovative Business Series, THE ARENA serves as a platform to cultivate and enhance the business acumen of Adron Homes’ esteemed staff, ultimately driving improved performance across the organization. This prestigious event brings together top managers from Adron Homes’ nationwide offices, creating a dynamic battleground where strategic minds collide in pursuit of golden prizes and lifetime rewards.
At the heart of THE ARENA are the Lions and the Lord Lion, distinguished judges tasked with evaluating the business strategies presented by competing teams. These strategies, if deemed viable, stand to be fully funded, amplifying the stakes and motivating participants to unleash their creativity and ingenuity.
Reflecting on past editions, where monthly winners emerged from various branches nationwide, it’s evident that THE ARENA is not merely a competition but a celebration of excellence and innovation. The allure of bumper gifts, including all-expense-paid trips to exotic destinations like Singapore, serves as a testament to Adron Homes’ commitment to rewarding outstanding performance and fostering a culture of achievement.
As anticipation mounts for this year’s series of THE ARENA, excitement reverberates among Adron Homes’ dedicated staff, eager to showcase their talents and compete on a national stage. With the competition now set to unfold quarterly, the stakes are higher than ever, promising a heightened level of engagement and enthusiasm among participants.
Moreover, the rewards for success in THE ARENA are nothing short of extraordinary. From luxurious weekend getaways at five-star resorts within Nigeria to coveted all-expense-paid trips to the iconic city of Paris, accompanied by generous shopping allowances, Adron Homes spares no expense in recognizing and rewarding the achievements of its top performers.
Initiatives like THE ARENA underscore Adron Homes’ commitment to nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and creating a workplace culture where success is celebrated and rewarded. As THE ARENA prepares to kick off once again, it reaffirms Adron Homes’ status as a desired place of work, where employees have the opportunity to thrive and reap the benefits of their dedication and hard work.
Cross-dresser, Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky, has been sentenced to six months imprisonment without any option fine for abusing the Nigeria currency – naira.
Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, Lagos, in her sentence, said the judgment will serve as a deterrent to others who are fond of abusing and mutilating the naira.
