NOLLYWOOD AT 20. THE ICONIC NOLLYWOOD EVENT. SPONSORED BY THE FG

GENEVIEVE NNAJI

RITA DOMINIC

DAKORE AKANDE

Wow! So Nollywood is already 2 decades old. It was like yesterday when it all began and now it has become a giant. In fact in terms of production the number 2 in the whole world after Bollywood, in fact the almighty Hollywood is 3rd. The industry has given a lifeline to many who otherwise might not have amounted to anything. It has made millionaires and celebrities out of many also and it has provided entertainment and fun to many,  jobs for many others. For the nation, it has been the perfect brand ambassador, at least helping to bring positive attention to the nation.

So in recognition of the positives, the industry has brought the way of the country, the Federal Government, led by his excellency Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, who is most probably the first President in the history of the country to fully recognize and appreciate the industry. Hosted many of the industry practitioners to a state banquet. Date was Saturday, March 1, 2013, Venue was the State House (Federal) Marina, Lagos. Time was from 7PM. The President though having a very tight schedule, flew back in that late afternoon from a visit to Cote'D' Ivoire.

In all there were 750 guests in total, the first class event center constructed specially for the show that was specially tagged- Iconic Nollywood- Nigeria Celebrates Nollywood  is owned by a company called ''BluBreed Nig Ltd, the marquee used is probably one of the biggest and the best in Nigeria. The gigantic marque was serviced by 2, 500kva Generators, which carries about 30, 4 Horse powered air-conditioners amongst several other things That's apart from the massive industrial air-conditioners directly connected to it, with vents. The fantastic event was managed by a subsidiary of the owners of the marque, called 'Blu Victoria Turnkey Events''. Truth be told, they did excellently well. 

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DAKORE-EGBUSON-AKANDE IS BACK WITH A BANG!

DAKORE EGBUSON-AKANDE

 The delectable actress/singer had taken a sabbatical sort of to marry and give birth. You all know who we are talking about. It's none other than the former dread-lock wearing Dakore Akande nee Egbuson, who before her leave of absence was one of the more prominent names in Nollywood. 

After what seemed like eons, the gorgeous and very talented one seem to be back with a bang! She's already back to her first love, acting. We hear there's a film in the offing and work is currently on going. The gorgeous mom of one, has definitely gotten her groove back.  Way to go Dakore, we didn't even know she was such a great dancer until the end of the event and she showed how groovy she can be. 

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