"IWAJU" is A Complete Masterpiece in Original Storytelling and Animation
“Iwájú” will air* across Africa on Disney Channel—distributed on DStv platform (Channel 303)—this April and May, giving viewers across the continent an opportunity to view the series in territories where Disney+ is not available. “We created ‘Iwájú’ as a love letter to Lagos, Nigeria, and an ode to the rich legacy of African storytelling,” said Director Olufikayo Ziki Adeola. “We’re proud to share this series and hope that it inspires more Africans across the world to share their stories and shape our collective narrative.”
“We created ‘Iwájú’ as a love letter to Lagos, Nigeria, and an ode to the rich legacy of African storytelling,” said Director Olufikayo Ziki Adeola. “We’re proud to share this series and hope that it inspires more Africans across the world to share their stories and shape our collective narrative.”
Says Christine Service, Senior Vice President and General Manager of The Walt Disney Company Africa: “‘Iwájú’ is a true celebration of the creativity and storytelling excellence that is at the heart of Disney, bringing the immense talent and creative vision of home-grown filmmakers to the world. With the distribution of the series on Disney Channel, the release of the ‘Disney Iwájú: Rising Chef” mobile game and the “Iwaju” Original Soundtrack Score, we are excited to give audiences across Africa the chance to experience this ambitious and uniquely innovative series.”
A first-of-its-kind collaboration with Pan-African entertainment company, Kugali, “Iwájú” is an original animated series set in a futuristic Lagos and tells the exciting coming-of-age story of Tola, a young girl from the wealthy island, and her best friend, Kole, a self-taught tech expert, as they discover the secrets and dangers hidden in their different worlds. “Iwájú” streamed exclusively on Disney+ Feb. 28, 2024, in a six-episode event.
Here I am role playing in rehearsal for a dare devil character for a crime drama.
I used my cellphone to record it yesterday, Wednesday February 2, 2023.
I am still looking years younger than my age mates after celebrating my Diamond birthday on Monday, January 30. Psalm 103:5 is my testimony. Almighty God truly renews my youth like the eagle's to fly to higher grounds of greater heights of triumph.
"The American King" is the most exciting #Hollywood and #Nollywood romantic comedy starring famous singer Akon, Andrew Howard, Nick Moran, Jasmine Hester, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Enyinna Nwigwe and other top American and NIgerian actors.
Cast
Akon
Sebastian
 Andrew Howard
Dimitri
 Nse Ikpe-Etim
Priestess
 Nick Moran
Chad Wanker
 Enyinna Nwigwe
Prince Kessienna
 Miguel A. Núñez Jr.
Peewee
 Massi Furlan
Sergei
 Stella Ademiluyi
Wife 2
 DaShawn Barnes
Princess
 Geoff Brown
Samanda
 Moriah Brown
Princess 3
 Nathin Butler
Douglas
 Jack Campbell
Vladimir
 Jennifer Conrad
Wife 1
 Myles Cranford
Wahab
 Martin Dingle Wall
Street Preacher
 Charles Duckworth
Charlie
 Tommy Franklin
Chief
 Vanessa Giselle
Mariah
 Jasmine Hester
Princess 2
 Steve Izant
Central Intelligence Agent CIA
 Ella Kweku
Princess 4
 Mother Love
Grams
 Tarnue Massaquoi
Palace Gaurd
 Adeline McCarthy
Bartender Baby
 Joan McCarthy
NRA Bartender
 Malinda Money
National Security Agent NSA
 Jaimyon Parker
Obaro
 Brad Potts
President
 Rosalind Russell
Wife 3
 Sekou Sirleaf
Palace Gaurd
 Nadja Sofi
Seiya
 Jean St. James
Park Woman
 Rizi Timane
Council Chief
 Frank Ugochukwu
Palace Gaurd
 John Davis Walker
Diplomat
 Kelcey Watson
Vice President
 Wendie Weldon
Bar Girl
 Jennifer Wenger
Keke's Mom
The film mixes the spirit of Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall in "Coming To America" and the provocative ideas of The New York Times‘ 1619 Project, with the shadow of the Trump presidency colliding and conflating to create a unique oddball experience.
The American King will be in Silverbird Cinemas and other cinemas across Nigeria, Ghana and Liberia beginning February 25, 2022.
Silverbird Cinemas provides world class quality entertainment as a leading media and entertainment company in Africa.
OPPO to Launch its Flagship Find X5 Series on 24 February 2022
Find X5 series is the first to feature OPPO's self-designed NPU MariSilicon X·Find X5 Pro will feature Snapdragon® 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform
17 February 2022, China, Shenzhen – The pioneering smart device brand, OPPO, today announced the launch of its high-end flagship smartphone with world-first imaging experiences – OPPO Find X5 series.
OPPO marries breathtaking high-end design with best-in-class technology and camera innovation. Join OPPO and #EmpowerEveryMoment at the global Find X5 Series launch event, to be streamed live via OPPO’s official channel on 24 February 2022 at 11:00 GMT/19:00 GMT+8.
OPPO to Launch its Flagship Find X5 Series on 24 February 2022
At OPPO INNO Day 2021, OPPO announced MariSilicon X, the dedicated imaging Neural Processing Unit, which overcomes smartphone video capture’s greatest challenge – nighttime recording. Taking quality to new heights with its cutting-edge 6nm architecture, real-time RAW processing, and up to 20x faster 4K AI performance – Find X5 Pro shines a light on the night.
Powered by the latest-generation, multicore Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, the Find X5 Pro stays cool under pressure and is supercharged to handle the most demanding games and applications. On the outside, it embodies a futuristic design to express a sense of calm and timeless beauty. With an ultra-hard, true ceramic back, the Find X5 Pro achieves clean, modern sophistication while creating a surface texture that reduces fingerprints, and follows a perfectly-smooth, uniform incline to gently cushion the camera module.
With unrivalled night shooting capabilities, the high-end 5G flagship Find X5 Pro builds on the core DNA that makes OPPO a hit with consumers and critics alike. With a futuristic aesthetic, new ColorOS, world-class performance, ultra-fast connectivity and a camera system that’s out of this world, Find X5 Pro raises the bar for smartphones.
Join the global online launch event to #EmpowerEveryMoment on Thursday February 24th at 11:00 GMT/19:00 GMT+8 on OPPO’s official channel.
Vision Films Strikes Deal with Silverbird Cinemas to Release Akon Starrer 'The American King' in Nigeria
Vision Films, Inc
Jan 28, 2022, 08:44 ET
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vision Films, Inc. ("Vision") announces a new deal with Silverbird Film Distribution to release Adah Obekpa's The American King in cinemas across Nigeria, Ghana and Liberia beginning February 25, 2022. Silverbird Cinemas provides world class quality entertainment as a leading media and entertainment company in Africa. The Nigerian community is especially supportive of popular and top Nigerian actresses Eyninna Nwigwe and Nse Ikpe-Etim who are featured in the film along with Senegalese born star Akon.
The American King Starring Akon Movei Poster
The American King Trailer: https://youtu.be/QXwAL-OrRhM
The U.S. limited theatrical, and day and date VOD run, begins January 28 to celebrate Black History Month. DVD release follows on March 1.
Shot on location in Los Angeles and Nigeria, the latter using local actors, The American King is a fish-out-of-water comedy that features mega talent, rap artist, and producer Akon as a troublemaking American anointed by a mysterious High Priestess to fulfill a 400-year-old prophecy to become the new King of Africa. While he and his foolishly sophomoric buddies find themselves trying to adapt to the realities of being royalty and charged with the task of "making Africa great again," the US Government, including its "former President," takes a keen interest in exploiting the situation for their own benefit. Amidst the hijinks and lessons learned about the responsibilities that comes with being a leader, the story reveals its roots from the history and lessons of the 1619 Project. Racial and gender stereotypes, American politics, and more are addressed, lampooned, and satirized with no holds barred, and with the beauty and diversity of Africa as a backdrop.
The story is loosely based on the firsthand experience of writer and director Obekpa, a prince and former heir to his father's throne as King of the Idoma nation, Benue State, Nigeria.
The film also stars Andrew Howard (Limitless), Nick Moran (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels), Massi Furlan (Jumanji: The Next Level), Nathin Butler (Westworld), Miguel Nuñez Jr. (Juwanna Mann, Tour of Duty). Producers are Joan McCarthy and Adah Obekpa.
Lise Romanoff, CEO and Managing Director of Vision Films says, "We are thrilled to partner with Silverbird and expand the reach of The American King. The international cast and poignant subject matter are so relevant and as a cross between "Coming to America" and "Black Panther", this comedy has a powerful message about the divisiveness in today's world that will resonate globally."
Silverbird Film Distribution executives share, "Silverbird Film Distribution WA is glad to be bringing this exciting movie to cinemas in the Nigerian market on February 25. As part of our goals in 2022, we are going all out to meet the increasing demand for more entertaining content that cuts across Pan Africa. Akon is respected at home and abroad and this collaboration is a step in the right direction as it contributes to harnessing all that Africa has to offer the world."
Executive Producer Joan McCarthy adds, "We are beyond excited to bring The American King home to Nigeria where it all began. The movie tells a story of the connection between the US and African cultures. Knowing that film fans there will be able to watch it in their theaters means so much to us at Ihotu Films."
About Vision Films
Vision Films is a leading independent sales and VOD aggregator specializing in the licensing, marketing, and distribution of over 800 feature films, documentaries, and series from some of the most prolific independent film producers in the world. Led by Lise Romanoff, Managing Director/CEO Worldwide Distribution, Vision Films releases 2-4 films a month across Theatrical, VOD, DVD, and television platforms. visionfilms.net
Did Anyone in #Nollywood Celebrate the Global Movie Day?
Yes. I did!
It would have been a big day to attract more movie goers to the cinemas and new subscribers to cable TV channels and OTT streaming channels.
I am already inspired to host an event of unforgettable cinematic experience to celebrate the next #GlobalMovieDay !
You can never guess!
Just wait for it!💋✌🏼️💕
The second annual Global Movie Day was held on Saturday, February 13, 2021.
Global Movie Day is held on the second Saturday of February every year, to celebrate the power movies have to reach, connect and inspire people around the world.
How to Celebrate:
Celebrate Global Movie Day this year by discussing movies that have inspired you, post your favorite movie lines or the greatest film posters of all time, rewatch your favorite movies with friends and family or discover something new!
No matter how you choose to celebrate, be sure to take pictures & videos and share them across social media using #GlobalMovieDay .
