Entertainment
NIGERIA’S MULTIPLE AWARD WINNING ANIMATION SERIES TURTLE TAIDO PREMIERES ON AMAZON PRIME AND WATCH AFRICA NOW!
Adventures of Turtle Taido, Nigeria’s multiple award winning animation series has now premiered on Amazon Prime and Watch Africa Now, WAN. Amazon Prime is the world’s second largest subscription streaming service with more than 150 million subscribers, while WAN is the newly launched UK based streaming service focused on African content.
Adventures of Turtle Taido is the story of a super powered, African turtle who travels to different cities on an adventure. On his journeys, he makes friends and learns about different cultures. His special power enables him get himself and others out of trouble. His experiences, through the amazing power of African storytelling, shows us the beauty of diversity and how to live with others in peace and harmony.
With this development, Turtle Taido becomes available to wider global audience, having been syndicated previously across more than 30 African countries.
Turtle Taido is the brainchild of leading brand consultant, author and producer, Muyiwa Kayode. He says “We are excited about the prospect of taking our African story global, because our vision is to develop a proudly African animation series that promotes the amazing power of African storytelling. We want African children to take pride in their cultural identity and understand diversity. It is both entertaining and educational and kids get to learn a lot about peaceful and friendly co-existence. With so much division and intolerance around the world, this indeed is a message the world needs right now. And this perhaps is why the series won the award for Best Message, at the Top Indie Film Awards, Tokyo 2020”.
The series was also nominated for Best Original Idea and Best Animated Short at the same film festival. In addition, Turtle Taido has picked up several other awards including; Best Children’s Short at Independence Short Awards, Los Angeles 2019 and 2020; Best TV Series at TBIFF India 2019; Gold Award Winner, Virgin Spring Cinefest, 2020; and Cult Critic Movie award Winner, 2020. In addition, the series has made official selection and nominee categories in several other film festivals including the Abuja International Film Festival.
Meet Azeez Odumosu, The Multi-Talented Yoruba Actor Shaping Nollywood’s Future
Azeez Awiye Odumosu also known as Veron, a rising star in the Yoruba movie industry, has become a force to reckon with as an actor, producer, influencer and the CEO Awiye TV on YouTube channel. Known for his vibrant presence on TikTok and as a successful entrepreneur, Odumosu is the owner of Awiye Autos Nigeria Limited, a reputable car dealership based in Lagos State.
Hailing from Iragunsin, Epe, Lagos State, Azeez began his journey as a content creator, leveraging social media to showcase his talent and build a fanbase. His transition into Nollywood came when he connected with key players in the industry. In 2024, his professional acting career officially began after being introduced to his boss, Kayode Adebayo, popularly known as Kay Alubarika, who is a Nollywood movie director, Akintelu Fatimah Gbemisola and a popular D.O.P, Azeez Tijani also known as AZ.
Since joining the industry, Azeez has featured in several Yoruba movies, earning recognition for his talent and dedication. His venture into movie production has also gained attention, with his debut production, “Odun Kan”, promising to be a blockbuster. With his growing ambitions, Odumosu is currently planning to shoot a cinematic movie, aiming to leave an indelible mark on the industry.
Balancing his acting career with his thriving business, Awiye Autos Nigeria Limited, Azeez Odumosu exemplifies versatility and determination. As he continues to excel in Nollywood and beyond, fans eagerly anticipate his next projects and entrepreneurial milestones.
Nigerian Thespian Wuraola Olaniran Takes Center Stage
Wuraola Olaniran, a versatile actor, scriptwriter, and director, has carved a niche for herself in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. With a degree in English Literature from the University of Ilorin, Wuraola’s passion for acting began at a tender age, blossoming into a successful career.
A Stellar Career
Wuraola’s professional journey commenced in 2015, with her debut screenplay appearance in February 2016. Since then, she has captivated audiences with breathtaking performances in numerous stage and screen productions. Her repertoire includes:
• Stage plays: “A Dance of the Forests,” “Life Burial,” “Love Twirls of Aditu and Iyunade,” “Efunsetan Aniwura,” and “Moxie of Afonja.”
• Screen productions: “To Kill a Monkey,” “Miracle Center,” “Omije,” “Aiyetoro Town,” and “The Only Celebrity in Nigeria.”
• Notable collaborations: Funke Akindele, Sola Sobowale, Toyin Abraham, Femi Adebayo, and Kemi Adetiba.
Directing Credits
Wuraola’s directing credits include:
• A Dance of the Forests (Wole Soyinka)
• Life Burial (Helen Paul)
• KWRS Tax Program (2018)
Upcoming Performance
Catch Wuraola live on stage on November 17th in “Moxie of Aareonakakanfo,” where she will masterfully portray three distinct characters.
Artistic Philosophy
For Wuraola, acting transcends entertainment; it’s a cultural bridge, preserving heritage and uniting diverse audiences. Her dedication to authenticity and immersive storytelling has earned her recognition within the industry.
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