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Miss Eko International: Ivory Forte Entertainment Concept To Honour Stakeholders In Entertainment And Traditional Sectors

 

 

 

Ivory Forte Entertainment Concepts, the organizers of the annual Miss Eko International Beauty Pageant and Eko Heritage Awards have officially announced the date for hosting the 2021 edition of its Eko Heritage Awards.

 

Eko Heritage Award also known as Miss Eko is the first of its kind award of honours designed to celebrate and appreciate indigenous custodians of the state’s cultural heritage, as well as others selected individuals from different walks of life including the Fashion, Agricultural, Media, Oil and Gas industries among others.

 

According to the press statement signed by Mr. Chinedu Egbe, the initiator of Eko Heritage Awards, it is a platform that was created with the sole aim of celebrating excellence in order to inspire others, and advocate for showcase of champions in different accomplishments.

 

The statement reads, “Eko Heritage Awards is in two segments namely, Honorary Award – a segment which is to honour and celebrate individuals from different walks of life carefully selected by organizers of Eko Heritage Awards based on their significant contributions to the advancement of Lagos State and the nation in general. Awards under this category includes Most Distinguished King of the Year, Traditional Ruler Of The Year, Most Outstanding White Cap Chief Of the Year, Distinguished Customary Chief Of the Year, Leadership Award for Youth and Empowerment, African Youth Leader Of The Year, Young Personality Of The Year, Male Personality Of The Year, Female Personality Of The Year, CEO Of The Year, Entrepreneur Of The Year, Media Personality Of The Year, Outstanding Pageant Icon Of The Year (Male), Outstanding Pageant Icon Of The Year (Female), Indigenous Global legacy Award, Most Influential Queen Of The Year, Fast Rising Entertainment Brand, Emerging Food & Beverage Start-Up Of The Year, Outstanding Teen Queen of the Year, Emerging Cinematographer of the year. Notably amongst recipients of this category of awards are HRM Oba Owolabi A. A. Adeniyi, the Onisabe of Igbobi-Sabe and Yaba Kingdom; Chief Adebola Dosunmu, Akinsiku of Lagos [Alaworo Eyo]; An Ondo Regent Tinuade Babalola Adejuyigbe; Hon. Amb. Chibuzo Patrick Osigwe; Chukwuemeka Okoye; Wathoni Anyansi; Kelly Chidi-Ogbonna; Anthonia Ahanor; Santiago Roberts; June Alaare Wisse among others.”

 

The statement reads further that “the second segment of the award is the Voted Award – this is the category thrown open to members of the general public to nominate their choice for each category under this segment. This segment of the award will be honouring outstanding personalities at the event with the following awards: Best Online Content Creator Of The Year, Blogger Of The Year, Creative Fashion Stylist Of The Year, Female Fashion Designer Of The Year, Emerging Fashion Designer Of The Year, Hairstylist Of The Year, Humanitarian Beauty Queen Of The Year, Makeup Artist Of The Year, Makeup Brand Of The Year, Male Pageant Brand Of The Year, Female Pageant Brand Of The Year, Male Model Of The Year, Female Model Of The Year, Outstanding Pageant Queen Of The Year, Pageant King Of The Year, Fashion Academy of the year, Teen Queen Of The Year, Photographer Of The Year, Celebrity Kid Of The Year.”

 

In the same vein, the award presentation ceremony which is billed to hold on Sunday, 11th of July, 2021 at the prominent Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos; at 3pm prompt shall witness the grand finale of the popular Miss Eko International Awards, another of Ivory Forte Entertainment Concepts’ initiative aimed at discovering and showcasing young females with exceptional beauty and sound minds for purpose of encouraging them towards standing out in the career aspiration as international beauty and fashion models.

 

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May 11th : Fuji Star, Adekunle Marckenson Stages An All White London Welcome Back Party

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May 11th : Fuji Star, Adekunle Marckenson Stages An All White London Welcome Back Party

The most epic celebration of the year is coming as Dr. Kunle Marckenson returns to Nigeria after a successful Tours in London! De Crown Music International And Yommyright Entertainment International, in conjunction with Arems Entertainment, are thrilled to present his homecoming party and a vibrant welcome dance party.

 

Dr. Kunle Marckenson spent over two months in London, from January 23rd to March 29th, 2025, and he is now back in Nigeria, ready to share his experiences and announce his forthcoming album.

 

Join us on Sunday, May 11th, 2025, at 2pm prompt, at The City Pulse Lounge, beside Blue Roof Television in Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos State, for an unforgettable experience. The all-white dress code party will feature an incredible lineup of artistes, including K-Shanana, Okiki Bright, Queen Tosin Eniba, Harmony Opee Gaji, Alhaji Sikiru Lemon, Amb. Abiodun Ejire Patira and Shola Melody, all sharing the stage with the guest of honor, Dr. Kunle Marckenson. The party will go all night, with great music and dancing.

 

This welcome dance party is a celebration of Dr. Kunle Marckenson’s successful UK tours and a chance for him to connect with his fans and share his experiences. With their combined talents, this party promises to be an electric celebration of music and good times. You’ll be surrounded by friends, family, and fellow music lovers, all united in their love for great music and good times. So mark your calendars for May 11th and get ready to party like never before. Don’t miss out on the ultimate welcome dance party of the year. See you there!

 

This event is proudly supported by FUMAN & top media partners like ARIYA 24/7 TV, City Pulse TV, Ghaj-Bash, OJUTOLE TV, Aroye TV, Owutu TV, Event Diaries & Lifestyle, Alore TV, Sahara Weekly & Others.

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ENTERTAINMENT: A Star is Born: Harcher’s Stunning 2025 Headies Appearance Leaves Fans Amazed By Ibrahim Kegbegbe

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ENTERTAINMENT: A Star is Born: Harcher's Stunning 2025 Headies Appearance Leaves Fans Amazed By Ibrahim Kegbegbe

ENTERTAINMENT: A Star is Born: Harcher’s Stunning 2025 Headies Appearance Leaves Fans Amazed

By Ibrahim Kegbegbe

LAGOS, Nigeria — The 17th edition of the prestigious Headies Awards held on Sunday, April 27, 2025, may have celebrated Nigeria’s biggest music stars, but the night also marked a special turning point for a fast-rising name in the industry: Harcher.

ENTERTAINMENT: A Star is Born: Harcher's Stunning 2025 Headies Appearance Leaves Fans Amazed

By Ibrahim Kegbegbe

Although he was not among this year’s official nominees, Harcher, signed under Bullion Records, stole a significant slice of the spotlight with his charismatic red carpet appearance — thrilling fans both at the venue and those watching from home.

The Headies, hosted by Nollywood’s darling Nancy Isime, delivered a night packed with electrifying performances, emotional tributes, and major wins for stars like Chike, Rema, and the late Mohbad. However, when Harcher stepped onto the red carpet and caught the attention of popular media personality Enioluwa Adeoluwa, it ignited a wave of excitement that would ripple beyond the event hall.

Dressed sharply and exuding confidence, Harcher spoke passionately about his dreams during a heartfelt interview with Enioluwa.

“I’ve always dreamed of collaborating with legends like Wizkid, Davido, Olamide, and Burna Boy,” Harcher said, flashing a humble yet hopeful smile as cameras clicked and fans cheered.

He also took a moment to praise the Headies organizers for their role in promoting Nigerian music globally.
“The Headies have done so much for Nigerian entertainment,” Harcher said. “It’s amazing to see how our music is now celebrated all over the world because of platforms like this.”

In that moment, fans at home couldn’t contain their excitement — many took quick screenshots of Harcher’s TV appearance, proudly sharing the images across social media with captions like, “Our star is next!” Those present at the venue also seized the opportunity, swarming around Harcher for photographs after his interview, capturing memories with an artist they believe is destined for greatness.

Bullion Records’ Brightest Prospect

Harcher’s journey with Bullion Records has been marked by steady growth, blending Afrobeat rhythms with the grit of Hip-hop to craft relatable, energetic anthems that resonate with Nigeria’s youth. With every release, he has gained momentum — and Sunday night proved that the industry is beginning to take notice too.

Bullion Records, known for nurturing new talents, has high hopes for Harcher, a sentiment echoed by fans who flooded the label’s hotline — the popular “Bullion Records Hot Number” — with congratulatory messages after the red carpet interview aired.

“This is just the beginning for Harcher,” a Bullion Records fan club member said during a live Twitter Space. “Today he’s being interviewed among legends, tomorrow he’ll be winning awards right on that same stage!”

The Power of the Headies Next Rated Dream

The Headies’ Next Rated category has historically been a launching pad for future megastars like Wizkid (2011), Davido (2012), Rema (2019), and Tems (2021). While the 2025 Next Rated Award went to Odumodublvck, fans are already tipping Harcher as a front-runner for future editions.

Winning Next Rated not only brings industry recognition but also car prizes, endorsements, and international exposure — a reward that many believe is within Harcher’s reach sooner than later.

A Night of Celebration for Music

The Headies 2025 celebrated outstanding talent across Africa. Chike’s ‘Egwu’ featuring the late Mohbad was a major winner, scooping the Viewers’ Choice Award and Best Music Video. Rema’s ‘Heis’ bagged Album of the Year, while Tems won Best Recording of the Year with “Burning.” Special recognition awards went to influential figures like Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Alex Okosi, and Amaju Pinnick.

Even with all these major wins, Harcher’s simple presence, filled with passion and gratitude, managed to capture hearts — a testimony to his growing influence.

Looking Ahead

As the lights dimmed at the Energy Centre where the Headies was held, and fans filed out into the Lagos night, one thing was clear: Harcher’s time is coming. His fans — the ones who screenshotted him from their living rooms and those who took selfies with him live at the event — will be the ones to proudly say, “We saw it first.”

The 2025 Headies may have officially crowned its winners, but for Harcher and his ever-growing fanbase, it was the night a new star officially stepped into the spotlight.

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Laffmattazz: The frills and thrills in Ibadan (Photos)

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The Easter Sunday edition of Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends themed ‘About Time’ may have come and gone, but not without leaving an indelible experience in the minds of attendees at the Jogor Centre, Ibadan.

Laffmattazz once again lived up to expectations, not just with a repertoire of top-notch performances from comedians and musicians, it offered a lot of giveaways and fun-filled experiences that cannot be forgotten in a hurry.

Gbenga Adeyinka, the Grand Comedian of the Federal Republic (GCFR) opened the epoch-making event with an electrifying ‘Dorime’ dance in the company of Kiekie.

This was followed by back-to-back performances from Peter ‘Mr P’ Okoye, one half of the famous P-Square group, Terry Akpala, Babatunmise, Keanzo, Omobaba No.1, Kenny Blaq, Taichi, Rapin Dady, Kiekie, Baba Alariya, Kamo State and Mr Escom, the rave of the moment and ‘pitipiti’ master.

Others included Stylo, Creative Tobi, Gbenga Laughter Castle, General Olak, Dr. Spencer, Parkage, Dr. Arotele, Pretty Fola and Pretty Arike, while DJ Secxy and DJ Mass showed their dexterity with monster hit mixes.

Also adding spice and glamour to the event were Sola Sobowale, Kunle Afolayan, Seun Soyinka, Toyosi Adesanya, the Oyin Adejobis, Lalude, FIRS top staff and top staff of 14 radio stations in Ibadan to mention a few.

It was indeed a night of complete entertainment as attendees engaged in a lot of games, winning prizes worth millions of naira in the process.

The fans participated in the Ibadan Yoruba challenge, dance competition, and there was a haircut segment on stage sponsored by HAIRSENSE Salon, who also gave out 10 clippers, while Bonike Bakery gave out many loaves of bread.

The Alhaji Razak Okoya owned Eleganza was not left out, giving out a lot of coolers, as there was plenty to drink, courtesy of Bigi.

 

Laffmattazz: The frills and thrills in Ibadan (Photos)

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