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Funke Akindele Makes Directorial Debut In Your Excellency
Funke Akindele Bello has landed her directorial debut with Mo’Abudu’s forth coming movie “Your Excellency” she will be directing and playing the lead role. After producing at least 10 Nollywood movies and several TV series, Funke Akindele Bellow, also known as ‘Jenifer’ joins the likes of Genevieve Nnaji, Omoni Oboli and Uche Jombo as actress-cum director.
Ebony life films recently announced the production which is a partnership between Funke Bello and the production company. ‘Your Excellency’ which has been tagged a social media driven political comedy is scheduled for a December 2019, release.
Speaking from the set, the Jenifa star said ‘Your Excellency’ has a great script, excellent cast and an experienced production team, so, I’m looking forward to making the best possible film. It’s great to be working with Aunty Mo again so soon after the success of Chief Daddy and hopefully we can make another hit movie.
Funke featured in Ebony life films 2018 production of Chief Daddy playing the role of the younger sister to Kate Henshaw and one of the daughters of Chief Daddy.
Written by Yinka Ogun with Isioma Osaje and James Amuta producing, Your Excellency also features Lala Akinologie, Shaff Bellow, Kunle Coker, Ekun Edewor, Alex Ekubo, Oreka Godis, Osas Ighodaro, Mike Iheuwa, Seyi Law, Akin Lewis, Bimbo Manuel, Deyemi Okanlawon, Ini Dima Okojie, Chioma ‘Chingul’ Omeruah, Emmanuel Omg, Ikechukwu-Onunaku, Helen Paul and Tony Tones.
Mo-Abudu the movie’s executive producer says “Funke Akindele Bello’s knack for telling good stories makes her a perfect choice for the production. Ebonylife film is really excited to have Funke Akindele at the helm of directing her first feature. Her knack for telling a good story, her comedic instincts and an incredible work ethics make her the perfect choice for this film.
“Everyone will be able to relate to the characters and the way in which social media is shaping our lives and the country’s future”, she said.
The synopsis of “Your Excellency” tells the story of Chief Olalekun Ajadi, a bubbling billionaire businessman and failed presidential candidate who is obsessed with Donald Trump just when his campaign looks set to be another disaster. Ajadi is anointed by a major party and becomes a credible contender.
All through the power of social media, as the political drama unfold, it seems possible that even the most inept candidate with little to offer voters except viral sound bites and amusing antics can constitute a serious challenge for the presidency.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’