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Nollywood Actress/Producer, Oluwaseyi Edun clinches ‘Exceptional Talent of the Year Award’ as she gets 13 other nominations

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8 years ago

October 26, 2016

Nollywood Actress/ Producer ,Oluwaseyi Edun is currently making the industry proud as she just bagged ”Exceptional Talent of the Year 2016 at ”Mommies Planet Awards, Indianapolis USA.

It’s definitely a great moment for the talented actress and producer who has proven her credibility, talent and has carved a niche for herself ever since she came into the industry.

Furthermore, a new record is about to be set as two of her films; Dara and Game Master got a whooping 13 nominations in the ZAFAA African Film Academy Awards 2016 which will be coming up in November.

The actress, popularly Known as Shai, is one whose drive and passion for the nollywood industry has taken her to places beyond Nigeria alone.

She is the Producer of Eja Nla, Game Master, Dara and has featured in a lot of Movies.

Below are the list of Nominees in the ZAFAA African Academy Awards 2016

Best Lead Actor
IT’S HER DAY                                         Bovi Ugboma
JUST NOT MARRIED                            Stan Nze
WOEMAN                                                Frederick Leonard
ROYAL DIADEM                                    Toosweet Annan
NUMBER ONE FAN                               Yemi Blaq
REFUGEES                                                Jimmy Bangura
Best Lead Actress
WOEMAN                                                 Omotu Bissong
MISS TEACHER                                       Chika Ike
TRIBE                                                         Amanda Ebeye
A SOLDIER’S STORY                              Linda Ejiofor
JATU                                                            Lydia A. Sam-King
INI EDO                                                      While you slept

Best Supporting Actor
TWO SIDES                                                Seun Akindele
ROYAL DIADEM                                       James Gardener
BETRAYAL                                                 Wale Ojo
A SOLDIER’S STORY                               Daniel K. Daniel
INIKPI                                                           Nobert Young

Best Supporting Actress
EAGLE WITH MASK                                Beverly Osu
VALERIE                                                      Ivie Okujaye Egboh
ROYAL DIADEM                                       Christabel Ekeh
BETRAYAL                                                 Theresa Edem-Isemin
WHILE YOU SLEPT                                 Venita Akpofure

Best Director
TWO SIDES                                                 Shittu Taiwo
ROYAL DIADEM                                       Eddie Nartey
BETRAYAL                                                 Darasen Richard
WHILE YOU SLEPT                                  Desmond Elliot
NUMBER ONE FAN                                 Moses Iwang

Best Producer
ROYAL DIADEM                                       Eddie Nartey
IT’S HER DAY                                             Bovi Ugboma
JUST NOT MARRIED                               Judith Audu
MISS TEACHER                                         Chika Ike
TRIBE                                                           Ifeanyichukwu Onyeabo

BEST Cinematographer
It’s Her Day                                                 Emeka Madu
Just Not Married                                       Fayo Segun Festus
Royal Diadem                                            Samuel Anakwa
Betrayal                                                       Darasen Richards

BEST Picture Editing
Valerie                                                          Aina Adebayo
Royal Diadem                                            Enoch Obiri Opoku
Number one Fan                                      Sneeze Studios
A Soldier’s Story                                       Frankie Ogar

Best Screen Play
Royal Diadem                                            Eddie Nartey
A Soldier’s Story                                       Frankie Ogar
While You Slept                                        Anthony Kehinde Joseph/Chiji Vivians

Best New Comer
Jude Chukwuma Odoh
Lydia A. Sam-King
Dianne Chukwu

Best Short Film
BEST SHORT FILM – “TIED UP”
Best Animation
BEST ANIMATION – “AGORKOLI”
Best Documentary
BEST DOCUMENTARY – “TRASH CASH”

Best Actor Indigenous Male
DARA                                                                Ibrahim Chatta
GAMES MASTER                                           Femi Adebayo
OKO MI LAYE OKO MI LORUN                  Femi Fadeyi
THE MISSING GOD                                     Chigozie Atuanya

Best Actor Indigenous Female
DARA                                                                 Oluwaseyi Edun
GAME MASETER                                           Oluwaseyi Edun
OKO MI LAYE OKO MI LORUN                  Adebukola Salawu

Best Supporting Actor Ind. Male
GAME MASTER                                            Antar Laniyan
OKO MI LAYE OKO MI LORUN                Tayo Adeleye
THE MISSING GOD                                    Prince Emeka Ani

Best Supporting Actor Ind. Female
DARA                                                              Lizzy Anjorin
GAME MASTER                                           Lizzy Anjorin
OKO MI LAYE OKO MI LORUN                Kemi Afolabi

Best Director Indigenous
DARA                                                              Bogunle Abiola Paul
GAME MASTER                                            Wale Ilebiyi Snr.
OKO MI LAYE OKO MI LORUN                 Femi Fadeyi
THE MISSING GOD                                     Ubaka Joseph Ugochukwu
REFUGEES                                                    Pastor Aiah Momoh

Best Producer Indigenous
DARA                                                            Oluwaseyi Edun
GAME MASTER                                          Oluwaseyi Edun
OKO MI LAYE OKO MI LORUN               Femi Fadeyi
THE MISSING GOD                                    Ubaka Joseph Ugochukwu
REFUGEES                                                   Pastor Aiah Momoh

Best Costume Indigenous
DARA                                                           Lola Arowomasodun
GAME MASTER                                           Lola Arowomasodun
OKO MI LAYE OKO MI LORUN                Bidemi Ashida
THE MISSING GOD                                    Salome Oputa
REFUGEES                                                   Oladipo J. Turay/ Ibrahim Jalloh &
Ibrahim Amzah Kamara

Best Actor UK/USA
DIVINE INTELLIGENCE                         Sammy Ankra
RETURN OF THE DON                            Paul Van Beaumont
NIYA                                                              Yusuf Al-Rahman
PERFECT PLAN 2                                     Adeyemi Lardner
SECOND WIFE                                           Olakunle Samuel Fafowora

Best Actor UK/USA Female
BASIRA IN LONDON                               Eniola Badmus
THE OUTCAST                                           Toyin Moore
PERFECT PLAN 2                                     Ramatu Koroma
SECOND WIFE                                           Jenneh Amadu Kamanda

Best Supporting Actor UK/USA Male
RETURN OF THE DON                            Steve McTigue
THE OUT CAST                                          Marjorie Agwang
NIYA                                                              Lamar Swint
PERFECT PLAN 2                                     Med Tutu
SECOND WIFE                                           Godwin Ogbe

Best Supporting Actor UK/USA Female
DEVINE INTELLIGENCE                       Maame Akoto
RETUNE OF THE DON                            Grace Brooke
NIYA                                                              Nikita Tewani
PERFECT PLANE 2                                  Yanday Sesay
SECOND WIFE                                           Tiyabosola Odebode

Best Producer UK/USA
DEVINE INTELLIGENCE                       Sammy Ankrah
RETURN OF THE DON                            Malcolm Benson
THE OUTCAST                                           Silver Achugamonye
Best Director UK/USA
DIVINE INTELLIGENCE           Sammy Ankrah
RETURN OF THE DON                 Malcolm Benson
NIYA                                         Yusuf Al-Rahman /
Hassam Mohammed
SECOND WIFE                         Nelson Spyke

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Petrol: MRS Slashes Petrol Price to N935/Litre Nationwide, Enforces compliance

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32 minutes ago

December 23, 2024

Sahara Weekly

General Buratai Urges Dangote Not To Succumb To Marketers Blackmail, Reveals Why

Petrol: MRS Slashes Petrol Price to N935/Litre Nationwide, Enforces compliance

… Nigerians praise Dangote-MRS partnership

MRS Oil Nigeria Plc, a prominent player in the Nigerian downstream oil industry, has implemented a new petrol price of N935 per litre across all its retail service stations nationwide. This follows an announcement by the President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has partnered with MRS Oil and Gas to offer petrol at N935 per litre at retail outlets, following a reduction in the ex-depot price from N970 to N899.50 per litre.

In response, MRS Oil Nigeria Plc has instructed all its outlets to implement the new price immediately, setting up a digital platform and monitoring team to ensure full compliance. The company has also called on Nigerians to report any outlets that fail to adhere to the new price structure.

“Petrol is now being sold at N935 at MRS Filling Stations nationwide. If you find any station not following this price, please report it. Call 08009447853 or email: [email protected],” the company stated in a release.

Emphasising the eco-friendly nature of its products, MRS Oil added, *“We call on all petrol station owners to join MRS Oil Nigeria Plc in improving the supply chain of our beloved country, ensuring product quality and availability in every corner of Nigeria for the benefit of all Nigerians.”*

Checks by our correspondents yesterday confirmed that the new price had been implemented at all MRS Oil and Gas retail outlets nationwide.

In Lagos, commuters were seen queuing at MRS filling stations to purchase petrol. Many expressed their gratitude to Dangote Petroleum Refinery and MRS Oil and Gas, urging other marketers to support the indigenous refinery rather than import off-spec products into the country.

Mrs. Ibukun Phillips, a commuter at the MRS station at Alapere on the Lagos Ibadan Express way, could not hide her joy as her husband filled up their car.

“I am very happy today. This is a victory for Nigeria,” she said. “The price reduction is the best gift of the season. But beyond just the reduction, we are buying standard, eco-friendly petrol at a lower rate. My husband and I have decided we will only be using MRS from now on because we are confident in the quality of the product and supporting the economy.”

Commercial bus driver Adio Ajibade described the price reduction as a great relief, especially during the festive season.

“The reduction is a great relief. It will reduce transportation costs and benefit Nigerians. God will continue to bless Alhaji Aliko Dangote,” he said.

A public affairs analyst and university lecturer, Dr. Tunde Akanni, said the collaboration between Dangote Petroleum Refinery and MRS Oil represents a significant step towards improving the affordability, quality, and sustainability of petroleum products in Nigeria.

According to Dr. Akanni, “this move will not only help ease the financial burden on Nigerians but also promote a more environmentally conscious approach to fuel consumption, benefitting both the economy and public health in the long term.”

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FIRS ANNOUNCES AN ONGOING RECRUITMENT

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4 hours ago

December 23, 2024

Sahara Weekly

FIRS ANNOUNCES AN ONGOING RECRUITMENT.

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has rolled out an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals to join its team.

In a public notice via its X handle, the agency announced job openings for positions like Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, and Assistant Director in fields such as Tax, Public Relations, Legal, ICT, and Risk Management.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria and apply via the official portal at careers.firs.gov.ng before January 11, 2025. This recruitment drive is aimed at bolstering public service efforts and maximizing national development.

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UBA GMD Calls for Public-Private Collaboration, Joins Aviation Minister to Commission New MMIA Departure Section

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December 22, 2024

Sahara Weekly

UBA GMD Calls for Public-Private Collaboration, Joins Aviation Minister to Commission New MMIA Departure Section

The newly renovated departure section of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, refurbished by United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, was officially commissioned on Friday, December 20th, 2024.

The laudable project, which marks a transformative moment in Nigeria’s aviation sector, underscores UBA’s unwavering commitment to national development and highlights the immense value of strategic public-private partnerships (PPPs).

The ceremony was graced by distinguished stakeholders, including the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN; the Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku; other Directors, and Heads of Agencies operating at the Airport.

Speaking at the event, UBA’s Group Managing Director/CEO, Oliver Alawuba,lauded the collaboration that brought the project to fruition as he emphasised the need for public and private institutions to come together to build and revamp the nation’s assets.

“This renovation is a testament of UBA’s belief in the transformative power of investing in national assets. By modernising our airports, we not only enhance infrastructure but also position Nigeria as a global hub for tourism, trade, and investment,” he stated.

Alawuba took time to highlight the broader economic impact of such initiatives, urging increased private-sector participation in national development. “Public-private partnerships like this demonstrate what can be achieved when we unite for a shared vision of progress and investing in infrastructure catalyses economic growth, improves travel experiences, and creates opportunities across various sectors of the economy,” he added.

Alawuba reflected on the power of unity and collaboration, quoting Helen Keller: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” The commissioning of the renovated departure section serves as a reminder of what strategic partnerships can achieve in driving national development and elevating Nigeria’s global standing.”

While commissioning the project, Keyamo commended UBA for executing the project, a feat he termed a landmark achievement in Nigeria’s aviation sector. “This renovated departure section exemplifies the bank’s commitment to elevating aviation infrastructure, improving passenger experiences, and fostering international partnerships. It is a proud moment for the ministry and all stakeholders involved, and I thank the management of UBA for pioneering this initiative,” he remarked.

The minister highlighted other key achievements of his ministry, including compliance with the Cape Town Convention, the launch of a consumer protection portal, and advancements in major infrastructure projects such as the second runway at Abuja Airport and solar energy integration in airport operations.

The Managing Director/Chief Executive of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, commended UBA and other stakeholders for their contributions, adding, “This project reflects FAAN’s dedication to delivering world-class aviation infrastructure. The enhanced departure section not only elevates passenger experiences but also strengthens Nigeria’s competitive position in global aviation,” she said.

She called for more private-sector participation, emphasising that “partnerships like these are essential to transforming the aviation sector into a beacon of excellence.”

The newly renovated departure section boasts cutting-edge facilities designed to enhance efficiency and passenger comfort. This upgrade reaffirms the Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s status as a critical gateway to Nigeria and a major hub for international travel in Africa.

United Bank for Africa is Africa’s Global Bank. Operating across twenty African countries and the United Kingdom, the United States of America, France and the United Arab Emirates, UBA provides retail, commercial and institutional banking services, leading financial inclusion and implementing cutting edge technology. UBA is one of the largest employers in the financial sector on the African continent, with 25,000 employees group wide and serving over 45 million customers globally.