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Rachael Okonkwo, Gozi Bag another Endorsement Deal

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9 months ago

August 12, 2023

If there’s any actress who’s busy adding feather after feather to her overcrowded hat, that actress is Rachael Okonkwo popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka.

The gorgeous actress in recent times has been smiling to the bank with many brand endorsements she has under her belt.

During the week, she sealed another endorsement deal with one of the leading pharmaceutical firms in the country, Phamatex Industries Limited. The company unveiled the actress as brand ambassador for its newest product, Luter, an anti-malarial drug.

Okonkwo was unveiled alongside Nollywood hunk Chigozie Atuanya at a brief ceremony, which took place at the company’s office premises in Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate, Lagos.

The ceremony marked the beginning of a vibrant collaboration between Pharmatek and Rachael Oknokwo who is expected to bring her popularity, style and connection on board to further enlarge the market share of the anti-malarial drug.

Unveiling the ambassadors, Pharma Friday George, Sales and Marketing Director of the company said given the charisma of Okonkwo, her love for Nigerians and her passion for the brand , “we are fully persuaded that you are going to be an asset to our team and of course, our brand. We are looking forward to working with you to spread the good news about the product to Nigerians”.

Phamatex Managing Director, Chief Joseph Ebowwusin said they did their checks before appointing Rachael Okonkwo and Gozie as their brand ambassadors.

He, however, tasked Okonkwo to use her platform’s networks and connections to promote Pharmatex and its brand.

Excited, Okonkwo said she was overwhelmed and honoured to join the Luter family. She promised to put her best foot forward in promoting the brand. “I am thrilled to be here today. With that I am blessed and honoured to be in your mix today. Picking a brand ambassador that will represent a brand that has core value, moral standard is not a joke. I am also thrilled to know that my core values and moral standard align with that of the brand and I have been picked to represent the brand. it’s an encouragement to me and it shows that people are really watching more than we know,” the actress responded.

Gozie was equally excited to be appointed as brand ambassador to a company that is known for its quality product.
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AMVCA 2024: Kehinde Bankole Wins Best Lead Actress Award[VIDEO]

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17 hours ago

May 11, 2024

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Kehinde Bankole has emerged as the Best Lead Actress at the ongoing 2024 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA).

Bankole’s win came off her lead role in the movie ‘ADIRE’.

Other contestants in the category include: Segilola Ogidan (Over the Bridge), Lucie Debay (Omen)

Omowunmi Dada (Asiri Ade), Ireti Doyle (The Origin: Madam Koi Koi), Adaobi L. Dibor (Blood Vessel)

Evelyne Ily (Mami Wata) and Funke Akindele (A Tribe Called Judah).

In the male category, Wale Ojo emerged Best Male lead actor for his role in the movie ‘Breath of Life’.

Ojo edged Stan Nze (Afamefuna), Marc Zinga (Omen), Gideon Okeke (Egun), David Ezekiel (Blood Vessel), Richard Mofe Damijo (The Black Book), Adedimeji Lateef (Jagun Jagun – The Warrior) and Gabriel Afolayan (This is Lagos) to win the award.

Kehinde bankole won the Best lead actress with the movie Adire and o really really love her🥹🥵😍#AMVCA10
Check the thread for something soft 🥹 pic.twitter.com/DQZhE8zvnu
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) May 11, 2024

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VIDEO: See Winner Of Best Content Creator At AMVCA

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19 hours ago

May 11, 2024

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Comedian Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola popularly known as Layi Wasabi has won the Best Digital Content Creator at the ongoing 2024 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA).

Layi’s content on Medical Negligence saw him nick the award.

Layi mounted the stage, and in his usual hilarious style, entertained the audience at the event while delivering his speech in appreciation of the award.

“Thank you, MultiChoice, for granting me this award among multiple contestants,” he said.

The Best Digital Content category shines a spotlight on the flourishing world of online entertainment, showcasing the talents of creators who have captivated audiences through their entertaining, exciting, and creative content.

Other nominees in this list include “National Treasure” by Adebola Adeyela (Lizzy Jay); “Hello Neighbour” by Elozonam Ogbolu, Lina Idoko, and Jemima Osunde; and “The Boyfriend” by Maryam Apaokagi-Greene

Layi wasabi won the best content creator and he still dey crack joke for stage effortlessly😭😂🔥 #AMVCA10 pic.twitter.com/rGD1kvcl13
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) May 11, 2024

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AMVCA: Jagun Jagun Wins ‘Best Costume Design’ As Mami Wata Grabs ‘Best Makeup’

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19 hours ago

May 11, 2024

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The 10th edition of Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) kicked off on Saturday night with Femi Adebayo’s Jagun Jagun clinching the Best Costume Design title.

Similarly, Campbell Precious Arebamen of ‘Mami Wata’ movie crew won the ‘Best Make Up’ category award.

The make-up artiste defeated Francesca Otaigbe, Hadizat Gambo of Mojiisola movie, Hakeem Onilogbo of Jagun Jagun, and Feyisayo Oyebisi of A Tribe Called Judah.

The award is the first in the series presented by popular TV anchor Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, and Kehinde Bankole.

Speaking to the media, Campbell Precious Arebamen said she was so elated and thanked her director for helping her. She noted that this was her second award at the AMVCA.