DIRECTORS’ GUILD OF NIGERIA INAUGURATES NEW EXCO

By Perekeme Odon

It was another splendid day of fun and spectacle as the Directors’ Guild of Nigeria DGN inaugurates new Executive Members to mark the commencement of another two-year term of Mr. Fredrick Amata as President of the guild.

The inauguration of the eight-member executive, which took place on Friday 22, June 2018 at the celebrated cinema hall of the Nigerian Film Corporation, Obalende, Ikoy- Lagos, started at 12.30 pm amid topnotch filmmakers and stakeholders of the Nigerian entertainment industry present to witness.

The new executive was elected on April 13, 2018 after a successful convention / AGM in Abeokuta, Ogun State tagged ‘DGN-OGUN Nollywood Fiesta 2018’ from April 11-13 2018; with an official theme of “Bringing Nollywood To Rebuild Ogun Standard”, and hosted by the Ogun state Government.

Mr. Fred Amata being sworn in by Barr. Adebisi Oridate

It will be recalled that the Abeokuta election returned the administration and leadership team of Mr. Fred Amata who are Mr. Uchenna Agbo (former Assistant National Secretary, now National Secretary), Mr. Tony Akposheri (Financial Secretary) and Mr. Osita Okoli (Provost).

(L-R) Ugo Prince Res, Uchenna Agbo & Fred Amata

In order to fill up other vacant positions, a by-election was conducted in Lagos on June 22, 2018 and Mr. China Mac Collins Chidebe emerged Vice President, Mr. Perekeme Odon (Public Relations Officer), Mr. Prince Cres Ugo (Assistant National Secretary) and Mr. Daniel Chukwueze (Welfare Officer).

The swearing-in / oath of office ceremony was administered by Barr. Adebisi Oridate of Babatunde Ogala Esq, a Notary Public of Nigeria; who swore in the President and other executive members.

(I-R)Fred Amata & Mac Collins Chidebe

(L-R) Tony Akposheri, Daniel Chukwueze * Perekeme Odon

In his inaugural speech, the President Mr. Fred Amata thanked every member for standing by him and staying true to the guild’s agenda and policies. " First of all, I am cherished to be here to express my immeasurable gratitude to the support and trust given me. It is a remarkable honour to be chosen by my colleagues once again to lead our noble guild, and I critically look forward to taking on the challenges facing our members and industry. Today, DGN has spoken – and spoken unwaveringly. So let me speak decisively in return." Amata said in a statement.

A Cross Section Of The Executive Members

He went further to state that “Not only am I thankful for your support, but also for all the candidates who offer to serve the guild and seek solutions for internal and external problems. With your trust, I will work tirelessly on your behalf to help address challenges, and to secure lasting and meaningful improvement to quality. Thank you for the election. I promise you, as president I will do my very best to listen and ensure transparency. ”

DGN Executive Members

The President also used the event to inform members on progressive development on amending the constitution before the August deadline. He highlighted on the need to create more departments and committees in providing services, information and resources to DGN members; and finally illustrated on the many challenges in the guild, but believe we can overcome them if members rise above politics to do what is best for the guild.

Swearing In Of The Executives

The President thanked DGNEC 2018 championed by Barrister Tunji Bamishigbin as Chairman, Mr. Tony Anih (Secretary), Mr. Sam Azubuike, (Member), Mr. Ken Njoku (Member), Mrs. Tope Oshin (Member), Chief Ogie Ogedengbe (Member), Alhaji Abdulkareem Mohammed (Member) for their continuing service to the guild and wish them the best for the future.  

(L-R) Tony Akposheri, Aniedi Awah Noba & Perekeme Odon

Dignitaries present at the event are Lagos Zonal Director, Nigerian Film Corporation, Mr. Simon Inegedu, DGN first and former President, Comrade Mathias Obahiagbon, Frankie Oite, Aniedi Awah Noba, Eazzy Godspower Ologe, Isdore Chikere, Ejike Onyeukwu, Harrison Andem, and lovers of Nollywood.

'LIFELINES WITH MIMA' DEBUTS ON TV

By Perekeme Odon

A new respite is here for lovers of TV show as 'Lifelines with Mima' makes it debut across selected television networks in Nigeria and the UK.

Mima

The family oriented and topical TV show deals with our everyday societal and family issues that create values and mutual respect for one another. This beautiful TV show shot in Mima’s Mansion, private Jets and a hospital, combines the dramas of everyday clients of Mima coming to her with their various encompassing issues, intrigue, amusement, tears and emotions, big fights and arguments and most of all a very practical approach to educating people on how to deal with these critical issues.

Mima (R) with Segun Arinze (M)

The Purple Lifeline Connections show stands out as it moves away from the conventional TV show norms that are just about talk, rubbing and covering up issues. ‘Lifelines with Mima’ goes into specifics of unmentionable subjects and present them through high definition and quality production values. It is a show that puts family at the center and focuses on their values, strengths and relationships. It informs your decisions and behaviors as a member and influences everyone's roles and how they interact with the environment.

With Larry Koldsweat

Celebrity guests who have appeared on the show are John Okafor (Mr Ibu), Saeed Mhammed aka Funky Mallam, Klint D’ Drunk, The Maverick Charles Oputa aka Charly Boy and     Segun Arinze. Others include Francis Duru, Larry Koldsweat just to mention a few.

With Klint D' Drunk

The Host of the show Mima is a trained counsellor and relationship coach who gives guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems and also been through thick and thin in topical and life issues.

With Saeed Muhammed aka Funky Mallam

‘Lifelines with Mima’ shows every Saturday at 10.30pm on AIT and every Monday at 7.30pm on Ben TV in Europe with more stations coming soon. Trust me, it promises to an exciting time for passionate TV viewers from Purple Lifeline Connections. Watch out...

DGN INDUCTS GODSPOWER EAZZY OLOGE

By Perekeme Odon

With DGN President, Fred Amata

Delta state born Isoko filmmaker Godspower Eazzy Ologe has come of age in the make belief business, and so excited about his newfound status with the Directors' Guild of Nigeria DGN led by Mr. Fred Amata.

Eazzy on set

The young filmmaker never withholds his joy after the blues and tours of the Directors' Guild of Nigeria DGN Nollywood convention, induction & election fiesta which took place on April 11-13 2018 in Abeokuta, Ogun state where he was inducted alongside over 50 inductees, including female filmmakers like Stephanie Okereke-Linus, Omoni Oboli, Hilda Dokubo, Kemi Adetiba, Blessing Egbe, Remi Ibinola, Ibinabo Fiberesima and Judith Audu-Forte into the Directors Guild of Nigeria DGN as a registered filmmaker in Nigeria with certificate issued.

With John Okafor & DGN Provost, Mazi Osita Okoli

Eazzy as he is popularly called started from the ranks and files of filmmaking in 2005 as a production assistant and later trained to be a script supervisor in charge of movie continuities in the Nigerian film industry tagged Nollywood. His continuity works includes 'Dating Games' produced by Chico Ejiro, 'Searching For Husband and 'Stop' produced and directed by Damijo Efe Young. He is also the assistant director of 'Black Cat Angels', & many more.

Eazzy on Set

The Ughanusi primary school & Ughelli Secondary School ex student is fascinated with the production of animations, dance drama & television series.

According to the alumni of Delta state Polytechnic, Ozoro, "My vision in the motion picture business in Nollywood is to contribute creatively to the growth of industry  by making good films for Nigerians and African homes ,and cinemas, but still plead with our government to create that enabling environment for filmmakers to strive and work better'.

With Charles Inojie aka Mr. Johnson

He is currently on various locations directing and filming with Nollywood A-List actors in far away Asaba, Delta state. 

Watch out for Godspower Eazzy Ologe as he tries to contribute immensely to the Nigerian movie industry with his creative team and crew.

Eazzy @ Work

Eazzy @ Work

BDEX BOUNTY: A Rise To Stardom

By Perekeme Odon

Bdex Bounty

Reggae Afro-Fusion Dancehall artiste Abidemi Amoo aka BDEX BOUNTY is a sensational dancehall reggae artiste and musician in the Nigerian entertainment industry.

Bdex professionally started off his music career as an R n B and Afro Pop artiste in 2007 under the stage name B’DEXTROUS but later discovered a very strong root with dancehall reggae music as he grew in his craft, and created a niche around the genre with fluent patois blended with accentuated African/Nigerian dialect (Yoruba).

The University of Ilorin Statistic graduate who has a dexterity for playing the guitar like a man ringing a bell is confident, versatile, bold and comfortable with any musical beat and style that come his way, ranging from Dancehall Reggae, Afro Pop, R n B, Hip-Hop and all kinds fusion to mention but few.

Bdex Bounty

A chance meeting with Bdex Bounty at the weekly gig of Reggae Everywhere Movement put together by B’Clean French at Festac, Lagos, he said, “ I believe I have what it takes to rule Africa as far as dancehall reggae music is concern. I am only waiting for time and chance to meet and manifest me to the testimony world”.

Bdex Bounty, whose versatility is mostly centred on reggae music, has recorded over 10 songs to his credit with some covers inclusive since 2007. Some of his songs are “Only Desire” (2008), “Magic Carpet Ride” (2013), “Facts From Figures” – Akon's “Mama Africa” cover (2014), Jubadi (2015), “Mi Ting” – Burna Boy's “Soke” cover (2016), “Mi Nuh Worry”(2017) and some other cool and bluesy tunes.

Bdex Bounty

The late 80s born and Lagos brought up Bdex Bounty only needs a little chance to become another positive virus in the Nigerian entertainment industry.

Currently, Bdex is rocking the airwaves in Lagos state and beyond with a cover single of Ed Sheeran’s  “Shape Of You” titled “Shape Ah Yuh”.

Bdex can also reach by fans and bookings on Instagram/Twitter @bdexbounty and “BDEX BOUNTY” on Facebook.

TX2: The Artiste With A Mission

By Perekeme Odon

TX2

Art is not all about pretty things. It is about who we are, what happened to us, and how our lives are affected. That is why a true artist is not one who is inspired, but one who inspires other and Nigerian born TX2 falls in that category.

TX2 can be described as the proverbial sound buster. A talent with a Midas touch that fits into anything he dares. His musical adventure is as enthralling as can be said, and his obvious artistry leaves no one in doubt.

TX2 is one artiste that has been featured by many top acts in various genres of songs including high-life, Hip-hop, Afro and Jazz. He has excelled in all ramifications and believes “Nothing connects to the moment like music. I count on music to bring me back or, more precisely, to bring truth forward. You can tell a lot about my moods from my music”.

TX2

His rendition of the Afro beat single enjoying massive airplay on radio, “Original African Woman”, likened to its originator, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, is simply breath taking and too exceptional to lovers of African music and sound.

TX2, currently on location shooting the video of “Original African Woman” has come a long way to be where he is today and he is evidently the most featured act on the stable of EL-Montage Records, where his influence can be experienced in all the songs. According to TX2 “I love music because it’s the only thing that has not walked away from me when I needed it most. Music is my painkiller and it makes the pain fades”.