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A new season of the OffAir show with Gbemi and Toolz will launch on DStv and GOtv with never-before-seen episodes starting on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at 9:30 pm on Africa Magic Urban (Ch153).
The OffAir show is a casual talk show/vodcast featuring the most hilarious and frank conversations about hot topics from entertainment to parenting and everything in between. Award-winning media stars Gbemi Olagbegi-Olateru and Tolu ‘Toolz’ Oniru-Demuren are the show’s beloved hosts. The duo created the talk series in response to demands from fans who had listened to Gbemi and Toolz’s daily engaging handover sessions on Beat (99.9) FM for almost a decade.
Toolz and Gbemi decided to take the conversation from radio to podcast and now television on DStv & GOtv, where they will engage in their signature cheeky banter and blunt repartee on every trending topic.
Commenting on the new development, Multimedia host Gbemi Olagbegi-Olateru said, “It hasn’t been easy being an on-air radio host for more than 14 years. We began this journey from radio, then moved the conversation to podcast/youtube, and now, the time is right to expand our territory to the big screens to reach more talk show lovers. Words cannot express how thrilled we are to see devoted fans supporting the show and us; and we are excited to continue this journey with the MultiChoice team. We are confident that this action will result in a mutually beneficial relationship, help us connect with our intended target audience and help the brand realise its objectives.”
The show, which officially launched in October 2019, racked up nearly a quarter of a million views on YouTube, over 25 thousand listens on the audio podcasts and almost 7,000 subscribers in just three months into the show. With over 25 thousand subscribers on YouTube now, the show has increased its audience reach and introduced more celebrity guests to drive more talkability.
Executive Head of Content and West African Channels at MultiChoice Nigeria, Busola Tejumola, added, “We are more than willing to embark on this journey with the OffAir team. We will continue to strive for greater excellence and reach our primary objective, which is to provide premium entertainment to every African. We know people are never tired of entertaining content, and we believe we will work harder to offer them more value for less.”
The show had earlier premiered on DStv with reruns of old episodes available on YouTube. However, the new season premiering on DStv and GOtv this November only features new, never-before-seen Off-Air content. So, fans should prepare for more controversial discussions, progressive comments, superstar celebrity guests, and the most exciting banter between Gbemi and Toolz.
On the show, the ladies discuss various fiery topics from entertainment, dating, relationship, marriage, lifestyle and fashion. For more information about this show, visit https://www.dstv.com/en-ng/ or follow DStv on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Showmax has released the trailer for its latest Nigerian Original drama series, Flawsome, which debuts exclusively on the streaming service on 10 November 2022.
Flawsome revolves around the lives of four friends, portrayed by Bisola Aiyeola, Ini Dima-Okojie, Sharon Ooja and Enado Odigie, as they navigate their personal and professional lives while bound by the flawed yet unbreakable ties they share.
Winner of the 2018 AMVCA Trailblazer Award, Bisola Aiyeola takes on the role of Ifeyinwa, a hard-working heiress who has spent all her life preparing to become the CEO of her father’s company after his demise only to find out she isn’t her father’s choice candidate. Ini Dima-Okojie is Ramat, who has a seemingly perfect marriage, a perfect middle-class life and a great career, but her reality isn’t as rosy as it seems.
Sharon Ooja plays Ivie, a wide-eyed young woman who abandoned medicine and surgery for a career in fashion design with hopes of living the big city girl life. Enado Odigie plays Dolapo, a career-driven woman who continues to beat the odds as she moves steadily up the corporate ladder with the biggest clients in her portfolio.
Compelling, flawed and heartbreakingly human, these young women work hard, scheme, fall in and out
of love and nurture dreams both big and small. As their individual circumstances shifts, one thing
remains constant: their loyalty to one another and their devotion to the hustle.
The 13-part drama series, created and directed by Tola Odunsi, also stars Gabriel Afolayan, John Dumelo, Baaj Adebule, Iretiola Doyle, Toyin Abraham, Chris Attoh, Ali Nuhu, Joselyn Dumas and Shine Rosman.
“Flawsome explores friendship, relationships, career and some of the most important issues that affect young women across the world, and particularly in Nigeria, today,” said Dr Busola Tejumola, executive head of Content and West Africa Channels at MultiChoice Nigeria.
“Flawsome’s lineup of stellar cast and its intricate but relatable storyline makes it a really solid series, one that I’m confident that the viewers will thoroughly enjoy,” Tejumola added.
Film producer, Tola Odunsi, who is popular for the hugely acclaimed web series The Men’s Club, takes the reins on Flawsome, and will be bringing the ingenuity that he has come to be known for into play in the Showmax Original.
“With Flawsome, it was important to create not just a glossy show but one with real depth that the audience would find very relatable,” said Odunsi.
Shot in the metropolitan city of Lagos, Flawsome comes hot on the heels of Diiche, Showmax’s first Nigerian Original limited series and joins the growing line-up of local content on the streaming platform.
Flawsome premieres 10 November 2022 on Showmax.
Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/s9b5Il06X10
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The Nollywood industry has been at the forefront of telling African stories, especially Nigerian stories, as authentic as possible. This authenticity has led to the production of movies that speak about girl child rights in Nigeria to spotlight and raise awareness of problems facing the average girl child in Nigeria.
Here are five inspiring Nigerian movies that champion girl-child rights.
1. Dry
The 2014 film produced by Jane Lawalata and Stephanie Linus, explores themes like child marriage, Vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) and the importance of education for women in a community. With the story of 13-year-old Halima, we went through a rollercoaster of emotions as she overcame her ordeal with the help of a female doctor, Zara.
2. Samaria
Samaria, a short film written by Chiemeka Osuagwu, is another film that addresses child rights and education. The film, which has received nominations at the 2022 Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival for Best Short Film – Nollywood and Best Short Film – International, peeks into the dangers young girls face in Nigeria and how society helps to derail their dreams and aspirations. See the link to the movie HERE.
3. Lionheart
In Nigeria, women are not exactly given a seat at the table until they fight for it and Lionheart, a 2018 film directed by Genevieve Nnaji, explores the subject. The movie is centred around Adaeze Obiagu (Genevieve Nnaji), who steps up to the challenge of running her father’s business because of his health issues.
4. This Lady Called Life
Aiye (Bisola Aiyeola) was a young lady whose family abandoned her because she got pregnant after being raped. Her mother, not believing her story and living her struggle through life while on her journey to becoming a chef, brought to life how young girls are automatically thrown to the cubs after one misstep or a traumatic experience. Kayode Kasum directed the 2020 romance movie.
5. MTV Shuga
MTV Shuga is a drama series that explores themes of gender-based violence, female empowerment, teen pregnancy and safe sex. The series, which has eight seasons, were directed by filmmakers like Biyi Bandele, Angus Gibson, Teboho Mahlatsi, Tolulope Ajayi, Tope Oshin and More.
Which other movies do you think should make the list?
The discussion in the 14th episode of BBNaija S7: The Buzz sizzled with the Big Brother Naija house drama. The host, Toke Makinwa, and her guests, multi-award winning music producer and celebrity influencer, K-Solo; disc jockey and creative solutionist, VJ Adams; and celebrity chef and food blogger, Hilda Baci, had a swell time on set.
The conversation started with Phyna’s win in the Head of House games, which they all agreed was a much-deserved win for the former Level 2 housemates and helped turn their luck around.
From Phyna’s Head of House win, the discussion moved to the ships in the house, starting with Allysyn and Hermes’ relationship and how the latter requested some space from the relationship.
Still on the ships, Phyna, Chomzy, and Groovy were the next point of discussion. They talked about how Chomzy addressed the complicated history of Groovy’s relationship with Beauty and dating Phyna a few days after the former got disqualified from the show.
The focal point moved to Shella (Sheggz and Bella’s relationship), and the host and her guests agreed that Ebuka’s explosive question about their relationship during the last eviction show might have helped put the relationship into perspective for Sheggz.
Moving away from the relationships, Rachel’s emotional week was the next point of discussion. They all agreed that she had a trying week, starting with her “coven sister”, Chi Chi, her recurring issue with Hermes, and her position as the week’s Tail of House position also didn’t help better her bad week.
The exciting conversation then shifted to Adekunle, whom the male guests consider a Mastermind of the BBNaija game. For K-Solo and VJ Adam, the housemate is fun and a vibe to watch, while Toke and Hilda couldn’t help but find his game plan a bit annoying as they thought he was not fun to watch.
While they were divisive about Adekunle’s personality, the group agreed that Daniella was giving “side chic vibe” following Adekunle’s confession about having some feelings for her. They also doubted the genuity of Dotun’s feelings towards the poet.
To round up the conversation, the housemates’ tendencies to forget the purpose of their presence in Big Brother’s house for fleeting moments was dissected. Everyone agreed that Adekunle is the only housemate who is always aware of his purpose in Biggie’s house.
From the housemates’ game plan and momentary forgetfulness, the spotlight shifted to the infamous fight between Phyna, Bella, and Sheggz. For Toke, Phyna properly addressed her fight with the couple, especially when Bella mentioned the former was from the street. She, however didn’t think Sheggz was supposed to get involved in the ladies’ fight.
The Buzz is exclusive to Showmax, and new episodes drop on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 7 pm WAT. Visit www.showmax.com or dial *447*2*2# from an MTN line to subscribe for Showmax mobile for as low as ₦1,200 to stay up to date on the drama from the BBNaija Level Up season.
Two of Nigeria’s finest media personalities, Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi and Toolz Oniru, who had previously launched their podcast, Off Air with Gbemi and Toolz in 2019, have taken it to the big screens! The Much Entertaining, Witty and FunFilled Podcast Premiered on Africa Magic Urban, DStv Channel 153 on the 8th of July, 2022,
The podcast has become a staple for Insightful and Mind Reeling conversations that cut across entertainment with the latest trends and juicy gossip happening across the world. On the first episode of Off-Air with Gbemi and Toolz, the Ladies explore conversations about how society expects women to dress, Instagram’s culture of fake life, why it’s hard for female musicians to stay relevant in the music industry and much more.
Let’s dive in a bit into some of the interesting TOPICS the media stars had to say on the first episode of the show:
Nigerian Men Like Wickedness
The two ladies kick-started with the question, “Why do Nigerian Men Love Bitches?”. The ladies further analysed how women love to shake things up and act crazy. They also said that Nigerian men lie when they say they like peace. According to them, they fall in love with women who give them heartache.
Boys Lie A lot
The hosts’ bluntness kept us glued from start to finish! One of the blunt takes from this episode was Gbemi saying that boys lie a lot. According to her, most of them borrow money to take trips to different places when they don’t even own a pair of shirts. Ouch!
Get A Life!
If you’re one of those people who live above your means because you’re trying to impress a certain ‘successful’ lifestyle on Instagram, you seriously need to reconsider your life. According to Gbemi, “I think there’s something wrong with you if you sit on Instagram and start trying to live your life like other people.”
Being A Female In The Nigerian Music Industry Is Hard
They talked about the music industry and why it’s so hard for female musicians to break out and stay relevant in the industry. Toolz believes this happens because women keep putting themselves against each other. She also said it’s expensive to be a female artist because of all that goes on in planning for a show.
Male Artists Who Judge Female Artists Are Sick
They also dissed male artists who judged female artists for their looks. Toolz went a notch higher and said they insult women about their bodies when their tummy looks like they’re nine months pregnant.
The first episode of Off-Air with Gbemi and Toolz was everything and more, and brand new episodes will air every Friday on Africa Magic Urban on DStv channel 153 at 9PM.
DStv viewers can catch the show on the DStv app on multiple devices at no additional cost. You can sign-up or reconnect to DStv and GOtv today by downloading the MyDStv or MyGOtv apps from the Apple and Google Play stores or dial *288# to subscribe.
Visit https://www.dstv.com/
Actress Hilda Dokunbo has taken to her Instagram page as she jubilates bagging a Doctorate Degree in literature.
Weeks after Helen Paul bagged a PHD degree, Hilda Dokubo has been conferred with a Doctorate degree in Literature.
Hilda Dokubo can now be addressed as a Doctor of Literature in Leadership and Human development.
The degree is to honor the actress for her selfless works in leadership and human development in the country.
The degree was awarded by the Institute Suprereur of Technologies Et De Management.
Sharing the good news, Hilda Dokubo advised her fans to keep doing their works.
According to her, they can never know who is watching them.
“KEEP DOING WHAT YOU ARE DOING, YOU NEVER KNOW WHO IS WATCHING. WELL…THIS IS MORE IMPORTANCE ONE IN THE BAG. HAVE A BLESSED DAY PEOPLE”.
Nollywood diva actress Osas Ighodaro has taken to her Instagram page to celebrate her daughter’s birthday as she clocks 6.
The actress has shared her daughter’s picture on her page thanking, God, for adding another life to her daughter’s life. Osas Ighodaro eulogized her daughter saying she is proud to be her mother.
She wrote…
🎉💖🙏🏽 My sweetest baby girl is 6 years old tooooooday!!! Happppppiest Birthday my love @azariahajibade !!! I am sooooo proud to be your mommy!!! 🎉🤗🥹🙏🏽❤️.
Amazingly enough, it’s so gratifying to know that so many people you come across speak of your joy, light, kindness, sweetness, and intelligence at such a young age. You bring me so much, joy baby!!!
I love you so much my booboo and I’m so grateful to see the girl you are growing up to be!!! My Baby is 6 years old today!!! Praise God 🙏🏽💐💖
God is so good🥹. God bless you now and always my darling princess! May you continue to grow in grace and blessings and continue to bring light and kindness everywhere you go! I love you, my daughter!!
HAPPY 6th BIRTHDAY AZARIAH BABY! I love you now and always! 🥰🥰🥰.
#HappyBirthdayAzariah#BirthdayGirl#MyHeart#Azariahat6#Blessed#Grateful#love#GodisGood 🎉🎉🎉
By Mene Prosper
Nollywood actress Chinedu Bernard was confirmed dead in the late hours of Friday 29th of April 2022 in Enugu state.
According to reports, she slumped while cleaning the chapel of St. Leo The Great Catholic Church inside federal housing area in Enugu state.
Efforts were made by Reverend father Uchendu Chukwuma, one of the Reverend fathers in the church and other members in rushing her to the hospital but all proved abortive as the popular actress fondly called Choco was declared dead by Doctors.
The late “The last manhood” star’s body has been deposited in the morgue whilst her cause of death remains unknown.
The late actress has featured in multiple Nollywood movies such as The regret, The last manhood, Big Mama’s stick, Royal bracelet, money fever amongst others.
Adeyemi Adedoja the daughter of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, has emerged as the best graduating student in her master’s class at the University of Lagos.
The good news of the princess’ feat was shared on social media as thousands of people gathered to celebrate.
Adedoja Adeyemi bagged a Master of Arts Degree in African and Diaspora Studies from the University of Lagos with a distinction and as the best graduating student from her class.
She had a CGPA of 4.63 (distinction) in the MA programme. This made Doja the first student to graduate with distinction from the Institute of African and Diaspora Studies since its establishment in 2017.