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AFRICAN UNION UNVEILS THE 6TH ALL AFRICA MUSIC AWARDS (AFRIMA) CALENDAR OF EVENTS
…AS SUBMISSION OF SONGS AND VIDEOS TO COMMENCE GLOBALLY ON MAY 15, 2019.
The African Union Commission, AUC, has formally unveiled the 2019 All
Africa Music Awards, tagged; 6TH AFRIMA, calendar of events at the African
Union Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Monday, May 13, 2019.
In a press release signed by the Acting Director, Social Affairs
Department, African Union Commission, Mr. Machacha Shepande, the first
activity on the continental awards event calendar is submission of entries
which open globally on www.afrima.org to African music professionals
either living on the continent or in the diaspora from Wednesday, May 15
and closes on Friday, August 2, 2019. Further details on entry submission
guidelines are available on the AFRIMA website.
The submission of songs and videos must be produced or released under the
year in review i.e. August 1, 2018 to August 2, 2019. African music
artistes, managers, producers, record label owners, recording companies,
video directors, Disc Jockeys, Choreographers/dancers, publicists and
entertainment/music journalist are eligible to submit their works or
submit on behalf of their clients in any of the 36 AFRIMA award
categories.
Other activities on the event calendar are; the 13-man jury adjudication
process and nominees selection from August 6 to August 12. A ‘World Media
Announcement of 6TH AFRIMA Nominees’ List’ will take place on August 13 to
publicly unveil African artistes and/or works that have been nominated in
the regional and continental categories leading to winners of the AFRIMA
23.9 carat gold plated trophy.
On August 19, ‘AFRIMA Public Voting’ process will open to academy of
voters, African music fans and followers around the globe which closes 24
hours before the main awards ceremony, and would be monitored and audited
by a reputable International Auditing Firm.
According to the press statement, The Main Awards Ceremony, a four-day
fiesta of music, glamour, Afrocentricism and entertainment, holds from
November 6 to November 9 in the official awards Host City. It will be
preceded by Welcome Soiree, AFRIMA Music Village, the Host City Tour, the
Africa Music Business Summit, and the exclusive Nominees Party.
Other build up activities leading up to the main awards ceremony include
conferences, stakeholders meetings, festivals, speaking engagements,
University Campus Concert and courtesy visits to heads of governments and
leaders of institutions in corporate and government sectors across the
five regions of Africa to achieve an all-round engagement with all
relevant AFRIMA stakeholders.
AFRIMA, in partnership with the African Union, is a music property that
recognises and rewards the work and talent of a myriad of African artistes
from the old to the new generation of musicians. It also stimulates
conversations among Africans and between Africa and the rest of the world
about the potential of the creative arts for real humanizing enterprise on
the continent, contributing significantly to social cohesion, national,
regional and continental integration as well as sustainable development in
Africa. The live awards show is broadcast to over eighty countries around
the world.
The 2018 edition of AFRIMA awards ceremony was hosted by the Republic of
Ghana, through the partnership of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and
Culture.
Fans of African music globally can follow along and take part in the
AFRIMA 2019 events on social media, live stream on the AFRIMA website, the
AFRIMA App and by tuning to over 84 television stations which are AFRIMA
partners.
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Meet Alhaji Ismail Adebayo Yisa, A Visionary Leader Committed to Philanthropy and Empowerment
Meet Alhaji Ismail Adebayo Yisa, A Visionary Leader Committed to Philanthropy and Empowerment
By Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo
Alhaji Ismail Adebayo Yisa stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration in the community of Abeokuta, Ogun State. As the Chief Executive Officer of 99 Cristal Lounge and Hotel International, he has transformed the hospitality landscape while simultaneously dedicating himself to uplifting the younger generation through a multitude of philanthropic initiatives.
He is the principal of the Omo-Ade Foundation, a charitable organization rooted in the mission of giving back to the community and fostering positive change. Under his leadership, the foundation has made significant strides in addressing the needs of the less fortunate. Notably, in July 2025, the Omo-Ade Foundation provided essential food and cash empowerment support to over 500 residents of Abeokuta North Local Government Area, illustrating his unwavering commitment to community welfare and development.
Alhaji Yisa is renowned for his warm-hearted nature and deep compassion, often described as having a heart of “gold.” His relentless dedication to philanthropy is a testament to his belief in the power of community and the importance of nurturing the potential of the younger generation.
His exemplary contributions have not gone unnoticed; Alhaji Yisa is a multiple award winner, recognized both in political circles and the educational sector for his outstanding service and commitment to the betterment of society. Through his work, he continues to inspire others to join the cause of social responsibility and community enhancement.
Through his leadership at 99 Cristal Lounge and Hotel International and the impactful initiatives of the Omo-Ade Foundation, Alhaji Ismail Adebayo Yisa is not only building a successful business but also shaping a brighter future for the youth and less privileged in Abeokuta North and beyond. His journey is a powerful reminder of the change one can effect through compassion, dedication, and selfless service.
Dangote Truck not responsible for Auchi Accident, says Eyewitness.
The Dangote Cement truck did not cause the tragic accident, which occurred on the Auchi-Okpella-Okene road, near Omega Fire Ministry in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State, contrary to online reports.
An eyewitness, Audu Omale, who gave a vivid account of the accident, recalled that “a third-party truck loaded with cement was moving in the opposite direction of the Dangote Cement (DCT) CNG truck on a slopy road. The commercial truck driver lost control of his truck due to a suspected brake failure, ran into a moving vehicle, a motorcycle, and eventually crashed into the side of the DCT truck. The DCT CNG truck caught fire in the process.
“Consequently, three persons from the vehicle hit by the third-party truck lost their lives, while two persons sustained varying degrees of injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. The DCT truck driver escaped to avoid a mob attack,” Omale clarified.
In a related development, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Edo State Police Command, CSP Moses Yamu, confirmed that the accident involved two trucks, one belonging to Dangote Cement, another truck, which has not been identified, and a GLK Mercedes-Benz car.
The Edo PPRO noted that all three occupants in the GLK were confirmed dead in the hospital, while the Dangote truck caught ffirewhich was brought under control.
“I can confirm to you that three vehicles were involved in an accident in Auchi at midday: two trucks and one GLK Benz. The police moved to the scene of the accident and evacuated three occupants of the GLK to the hospital, where they were confirmed dead.
“Two of the vehicles involved were trucks, one belonging to Dangote Cement and another unidentified one. The Dangote truck caught fire and was brought under control,” Yamu stated. He added that the investigation was ongoing.
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