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Obaseki Calls For Partnership Between The Bar, Bench As Benin NBA Holds Annual Dinner, Award

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By Joe Ebi, Benin

It was who is who in the legal profession as judges, lawyers with their wives and other invited guests gathered at the Edo Hotel event centre, Benin to witness the annual Nigerian Bar Association, Benin branch’s 2021 dinner and award night.

Speaking at the event which took place on Friday, Edo State, Governor Godwin Obaseki Attorney-General and Commissioner of Justice in Edo State, Oluwole Iyamu, SAN, called for a mutual relationship between the official Bar and the private Bar, stressing that the is no need for a combative or confrontational rule.

The Governor who was represented by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner of Justice in Edo State, Oluwole Iyamu, SAN urged both the Bench and Bar to see themselves partners and a collaborators and not as opponent.

Representive of Edo State Governor and the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwole Iyamu delivering his speech at the dinner.

“I will plead that as we go forward, the relationship between the official Bar and the private Bar should not be necessarily combative or a confrontational rule; it should br collaborative.

“Ordinarily, we all have a common intention; and it is that of a society we all can be proud of. If we don’t have that kind of society, all of us will suffer it.

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“We all have a duty to see ourselves as a partner and a collaborators, and not as opponent. Even if we don’t agree, we should not cast aspersions. If we disagree in a civil and respectful manner, then we can make progress,” he asserted.

Justice Joe Acher, Edo State Chief Judge, standing for his citation as he bagged the Benin branch NBA’s Life Achievers award.

Corroborating the Attorney-General’s point, the Chief Judge of Edo State, Justice, Joe Acha, further called for a friendly relationship between the Bar and Bench, saying lawyers and judges are all one.

He urged lawyers who are involved in an unwholesome act to desist from such, stressing that it is unethical to the profession and that machinery had been put in place to arrest such unethical practices.

Earlier in his opening remarks, Chairman, NBA, Benin branch, Pius Oiwoh, Esq., who thanked the judiciary for the support to the Bar, admitted that the relationship between the Bar and the Bench has been cordial.

Pius Oiwoh, Esq., Chairman, NBA, Benin branch giving his welcome address.

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The event climax with giving of awards to deserving individual in the law profession and those drawn from other professions.

Among those given award were Chief Judge of Edo State, Joe Acher who bagged Life Achievers award; Justice Efe Ikponmwonba, Life Achievers award; elder J.O. Aghimien, Life Achievers award and Dr. Osagie Obayuwana, Life Achievers award.

Olayiwola Afolabi, Esq., (Left) in a handshake with another colleague.

Other individuals both from the legal profession and outside were given merit award for their contributions to the law profession and NBA, Benin branch.

In his usual manner, Olayiwola, Afolabi Esq., also gave out a 25kg bag of rice and a fan as a Christmas gift to Isabel Bello, lucky winner of a raffle draw put in place by Olayiwola Afolabi chambers.

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Mr. Douglas Ogbakwa, Esq., (Left) and Mac-Ebi, Esq. compere of the event.

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Why Bobrisky Was Awarded Best Dressed Female – Nigerian Actress

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Nigerian filmmaker and actress Eniola Ajao has addressed the controversy surrounding Bobrisky being presented the “Best Dressed Female” award at the premiere of her movie, ‘Ajakaju’ recently.

Reports indicate that during the launch of her highly anticipated film, “Ajanaku: Beast of Two Worlds,” on Sunday, numerous celebrities attended the event.

Many attendees showcased intriguing costumes, and to the surprise of many, Bobrisky was awarded the title of Best Dressed Female of the Night, along with a prize of one million naira.

This decision sparked discontent among some attendees.

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Toyin Abraham, Portable, Dayo Amusa, and others engaged in a heated debate with Bobrisky following her win, causing a stir on social media.

The situation escalated further when it resulted in a public dispute between Femi Adebayo and Dayo Amusa, who criticised the actor for endorsing Bobrisky as the winner.

During an interview with Arise News TV, Eniola explained that selecting Bobrisky as the winner was a deliberate decision aimed at garnering publicity and promoting her film through a strategic marketing tactic.

She emphasised that Bobrisky’s controversial persona was a key factor in this decision, as awarding him the title of Best Dressed Female was intended to generate additional buzz for her project.

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Ajao said, “It was all jokes. We just want to have fun. We want people to talk about the movie. My team and I decided that it needed to be in the faces of people.

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“So we decided to give the Best Dressed Female award to Bobrisky since he has always been a very controversial person.

“At the end of the day, people started talking about it but some people are not happy. They started calling out Femi Adebayo who presented the award. He just presented it, it wasn’t his idea, he was not part of the judges. Nigerians shouldn’t slam him, please.

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Big Brother Naija Back With New Twist For Season 9 — Here’s How To Apply

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Big Brother Naija back with new twist for Season 9 — here’s how to apply
Popular reality TV show Big Brother Naija is set to make a spectacular return for its season 9.

The show organisers, in an announcement on X, called for applications from interested participants to audition as dynamic duos.

It revealed that unlike previous editions, this season will require participants to apply in pairs

Here’s how to apply for Big Brother Naija Season 9
Starting from March 27, 2024, aspiring housemates can begin their journey by submitting a 3-minute audition video showcasing why they and their partner deserve a spot in Big Brother’s house.

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The video should highlight their personalities, backgrounds, likes, dislikes, and what makes them a dynamic duo.

Applicants are encouraged to keep their audition natural and fun, emphasizing their chemistry and compatibility as a team.

The auditions are open to individuals aged 21 and above, with a valid means of identification. Application is free.

 

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FULL LIST: AMVCA 2024 Nominations

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Multichoice Nigeria has announced the list of nominations for the 10th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, which is scheduled to be held on May 11, 2024.

The event will take place at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos State.

The AMVCA is an annual award presented by MultiChoice recognising outstanding achievements in television and film.

Below is the list of nominees:

Best Digital Content

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National Treasure – Adebola Adeyela (Lizzy Jay)

Medical Negligence and Copyright Infringement – Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola (Layi Wasabi)

Hello Neighbour – Elozonam Ogbolu, Lina idoko and Jemima Osunde

The Boyfriend – Maryam Apaokagi-Greene

Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa)

Mami Wata (CJ Fiery Obasi)

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Jagun Jagun (Femi Adebayo)

Ijogbon (Kunle Afolayan)

Orisa (Odunlade Adekola)

Nana Akoto (Kwabena Gyansah)

Best Indigenous Language (East Africa)

Where The River Divides

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Ormoilaa Ogol (The Strong One)

Wandongwa

Nakupenda

Itifaki

Best Indigenous Language (South Africa)

Service To Heart

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Uncle Limbani

Motshameko O Kotsi

Best Multichoice Talent Factory Movie

Grown

Her Dark Past

Somewhere in Kole

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Full Time Husband

The 11th Commandment

Mfumukazi

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Best Scripted M-Net Original

Slum King

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Half Open Window

Itura

The Passenger

Magic Room

Best Unscripted M-Net Original

What Will People Say

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The Irabors’ Forever After

Nwuyee Bekee (Foreign Wives)

Date My Family Zambia

Royal Qlique (Season 2)

Best Indigenous M-Net Original

The Passenger

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Nana Akoto

Apo

Irora Iya

Love Transfusion (Kiapo Cha Damu)

Best Short Film

T’egbon T’aburo

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Broken Mask

Eighteenth Year

Man and Masquerades

A Place Called Forward

Best Supporting Actor

Alexx Ekubo (Afamefuna)

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Demola Adedoyin (Breath of Life)

Itele d Icon (Jagun Jagun: The Warrior)

Gregory Ojefua (This is Life)

Timini Egbuson (A Tribe Called Judah)

Levi Chikere (Blood Vessel)

Ropo Ewenla (Over the Bridge)

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Best Supporting Actress

Joke Silva (Over the Bridge)

Fathia Williams (Jagun Jagun – The Warrior)

Bimbo Akintola (The Black Book)

Genoveva Umeh (Breath of Life)

Eliane Umuhire (Omen)

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Tana Adelana (Ijogbon – Chaos)

Ejiro Onojaife (The Origin: Madam Koi Koi)

Best Lead Actor

Wale Ojo (Breath of Life)

Stan Nze (Afamefuna)

Marc Zinga (Omen)

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Gideon Okeke (Egun)

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David Ezekiel (Blood Vessel)

Richard Mofe Damijo (The Black Book)

Adedimeji Lateef (Jagun Jagun – The Warrior)

Gabriel Afolayan (This is Lagos)

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Best Lead Actress

Segilola Ogidan (Over The Bridge)

Lucie Debay (Omen)

Omowunmi Dada (Asiri Ade)

Ireti Doyle (The Origin: Madam Koi Koi)

Adaobi Dibor (Blood Vessel)

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Evelyne Ily (Mami Wata)

Kehinde Bankole (Adire)

Funke Akindele (A Tribe Called Judah)

Best Cinematography

Mami Wata

Blood Vessel

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Over The Bridge

Breath of Life

Jagun Jagun (The Warrior)

Ijogbon (Chaos)

Omen

Best Editing

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Chuka Ejorh And Onyekachi Banjo

Holmes Awa

Alex Kamau And Victor Obok

Dayo Nathaniel

Antonio Ribeiro

Nathan Delannoy

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Best Sound Design

Ava Momoh (Over the Bridge)

Daniel Pellerin and Amin Bhatia (Kipkemboi)

Grey Jones Ossai x2 (Breathe of Life and Blood Vessel)

Samy Bardet (Mami Wata)

Best Art Direction

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Blood Vessel (Victor Akpan)

Over The Bridge (Abisola Omolade)

Breath of Life (Okechukwu Frost Nwankwo, Kelechi Odu)

The Black Book (Pat Nebo and Chima Temple)

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Jagun Jagun: The Warrior (Tunji Afolayan)

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Mami Wata (C.J Fiery Obasi)

Omen (Eve Martin)

Best Costume Design

Over The Bridge – Demola Adeyemi

Fumilayo Ransome – Kuti (Bolanle Austen- Peters, Ituen Basi, Folake Coker, Clement Effanga)

Jagun Jagun (Lola Awe)

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Mami Wata (Bunmi Demilola Fashina)

Breathe of Life (Daniel Obasi)

Best Makeup

Over The Bridge (Francesca Otaigbe)

Mami Wata (Campbell Precious Arebamen)

Mojisola (Hadizat Gambo)

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Jagun Jagun (Hakeem Onilogbo)

A Tribe Called Judah (Feyisayo Oyebisi)

Best Writing TV series

Skinny Girls in Transit (s7)
Bunmi Ajakaiye
Ifeanyi Barbara Chidi
Abdul Tijani- Ahmed

Wura (s2)
Jeffery David Musa
Olumide Kuti
Esther Oyiza Kokori

Visa On Arrival
Bovi Ugboma

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Mona Ombogo

Masquerades of Aniedo
Timendo Aghahowa
Motunde Akiode

Slum King
Donald Tombia
Ifeanyi Barbara Chidi
Fatimah Binta Gimsay
Xavier Ighordje

Best Writing Movie

Breathe Of Life – BB Sasore
Over The Bridge – Tosin Otudeko
Fumilayo Ransome Kuti – Tunde Babalola
Jagun Jagun – Adebayo Tijani
Afamefuna – Anyanwu Sandra Adaora
ATCJ – Funke Ayotunde Akindele, Collins Okoh & Akinlabi Ishola
Mami Wata – CJ Obasi

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Best Documentary

Ormoilaa Ogol (The Strong One)
Lobola – A Bride’s True Price?
Empalikino (Forgiveness)
The Water Manifesto: Osun (Water For Gold)
Sowing Hope

Best Series (Scripted)

Volume
Wura (s2)
Slum King
Itura
Chronicles

Best Series (Unscripted)

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Lol Naija (s1)

Nightlife in Lasgidi

The Real Housewives of Lagos

Gh Queens (s2)

Mutale Mwanza Unscripted (s1)

Best Director

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Moses Inwang (Blood Vessel)
Adebayo Tijani & Tope Adebayo (Jagun Jagun)
BB Sasore (Breath of Life)
Johnscott Enah (Half Heaven)
C. J. Fiery Obasi ( Mami Wata)
Kayode Kasum (Afamefuna)
Tolu Ajayi (Over The Bridge)

Best Movie

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti

Breath of Life

Over The Bridge

Blood Vessel

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A Tribe Called Judah

The Black Book

Mami Wata

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