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When MAYA Awards Africa 7 Came To Town [Full List Of Winners]

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The 7th edition of the much talked about all youth awards event, MoreKlue All Youths Awards Africa, popularly known as MAYA AWARDS AFRICA, held at the prestigious Lekki Events Centre, Lekki, Lagos, penultimate Sunday.

The 7 hours top-notch event which was hosted by VJ FEMI and BOLA KEYS had well over 1500 youths and entertainment personalities in attendance with top dignitaries present.

Leading the pack of notables was Hon. Shina Abiola Peller, of the Federal House of Representatives, was the Keynote Speaker and VIPs like Hon. Segun Dawodu, Hon. Commissioner of Youths and Sport, Lagos State; Hon. Lanre Oshun of Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon.Tunde Ojo of the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Gbenga Abiola who represented the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt (Hon.) Mudashiru Obasa.

Hon. Niyi Adeagbo, Itesiwaju LG Chairman, Oyo State, Akogun Lanre Alfred, consultant to the Ogun State Governor on Special Duties, Hon. Kazeem Bolanrinwa, Special Adviser on Youths to the Oyo State Governor, DCP Tunji Disu of the RRS LAGOS, PrettyMike, Tana Adelana, Kenny Blaq, CEO of Olatokunbo Foundation, Reps of MTN Nigeria, Adron Homes and many others.

Here are the winners of the 2019 edition

• BUSINESS CATEGORY

CEO OF THE YEAR, MALE

Prince Owolabi Animashaun – CEO, HR Emporiums.

CEO OF THE YEAR, FEMALE

Abimbola Balogun, Co-Founder, Sofresh

YOUTUBER 2019

Sisi Yemmie

INTERIOR DESIGN BRAND

Vintage Deluxe Interiors

CULINARY SERVICES BRAND

Olowosibi Catering Services

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY BRAND

LYPIX

PORTFOLIO PHOTOGRAPHY BRAND

Sniper Ajix / Klassik Images

DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHER

Ayodeji Ogunro

VIDEOGRAPHY BRAND

Samz Visuals

SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGIST

Ibadan Pride

BRAND INFLUENCER, DIGITAL

King Pexxie

CONFECTIONARY BRAND

Da Cakes Master

CREATIVE ART BRAND

Procare Multimedia

VISUAL ART BRAND

Mamatee Arts

COSMETICS BRAND

Pop It Cosmetics

MED SPA BRAND

Lholas Place

SKINCARE THERAPY BRAND

MIRA SkinCare

BEAUTY THERAPY BRAND

Kaffy’s Skincare Place

EVENT MANAGEMENT BRAND

Highflyers Events

EVENT MANAGEMENT BRAND (N.B.T)

Stephy Signature Events

AUTO SHOPPING BRAND

JB Autos

C.E.O, PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

Ololade Abuta – Gracias Global Properties LTD

ENTERPRISING YOUTH

Adenike Ogundeji – Bottles ‘n’Roses / Radiance Glow

OUTSTANDING REALTOR

DeChis Global

CEO OF THE YEAR (CLUB/LOUNGE)

Denike Balogun – The Tea Room

HUMANITARIAN SERVICES (FEMALE)

Mariam Onikijipa Belgore – MOB Foundation

HUMANITARIAN SERVICES (MALE)

Seyi Tinubu – Noella Foundation

INNOVATIVE YOUTH, FEMALE (tie)

Wunmi Oguntula – CEO, Chill City NG

INNOVATIVE YOUTH, FEMALE (tie)

Bimbo Ige – CEO, Celeb Beauty Clinic

INNOVATIVE YOUTH, MALE

CEO, Kolaq Alagbo

PERFUMERY BRAND

Layinka Oge

YOUNG PERSON 2019

Nelly Agbogu – NaijaBrandChick

SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR

Israel ‘style bender’ Adesanya – World Boxing Champion

• ENTERTAINMENT CATEGORY

BEST ACTOR 2019

Damilola Ogunsi

BEST ACTRESS 2019

Tana Adelana

MUSIC ACT 2019

TENI

BREAK OUT ACT, 2019 (MUSIC)

JoeBOY

INDUSTRY’s CYNOSURE, MUSIC

Emex

COMEDIAN, ONLINE

The Cute Abiola

COMEDIAN, STAND UP, 2019

KennyBlaq

HIT MUSIC PRODUCER 2019

Rexxie Pon Da Beat

LIVE MUSIC BAND 2019

Awesome Band

DEEJAY

DJ Kaywise

NOLLYWOOD VIEWER’S CHOICE

The Reunion

MOVIE DIRECTOR

Titi Jeje – Ise Ori

LISTENER’S CHOICE

Uyo Meyo – Teni

TV PERSONALITY

Sammy Walsh

ENTERTAINMENT PERSONALITY

Prettymike of Lagos

RADIO PERSONALITY, MALE

Emcee RnB – Naija FM Lagos

RADIO PERSONALITY, FEMALE

Miriam Cole – Kiss FM, Abuja

MUSIC VIDEO DIRECTOR

TG Omori

BEST ACTOR IN TV SERIES

Lateef Adedimeji – Borokini

BEST ACTRESS IN TV SERIES

Wendy Ubakanma – Jenifas Diary

NOLLYWOOD’s NEW BRIDE

Khadijah Ayoade

NOLLYWOOD’s NEW HUNK

ABK Joseph Momodu

BREAK-OUT ACT, 2019 (MOVIE)

Tomiwa Tegbe

SHOW PROMOTER

Lanre Typical

ENTERTAINMENT INVESTOR

CEO Dr. Dolor Entertainment

RED CARPET HOST

Amanda Dara Afolabi

AFRICAN ACT 2019

Davido

• BRANDS CATEGORY

YOUTH FRIENDLY QSR BRAND

Dominos Pizza

YOUTH FRIENDLY BEVERAGE BRAND (NON-ALCOHOLIC)

5Alive Pulpy

YOUTH FRIENDLY BEVERAGE BRAND (ALCOHOLIC)

Jameson

YOUTH FRIENDLY BANK

First City Monument Bank

YOUTH ORIENTED ACTIVATION

The Tony Elumelu Foundation Forum

• FASHON CATEGORY

MALE FASHION BRAND 2019

Apex Clothing

FEMALE FASHION BRAND 2019

ZEE Stitches

URBAN CLOTHING BRAND

D.B Clothings

FOOTWEAR BRAND

Threads & Feet

FASHION TRAINING BRAND

Tolumi Fashion People Academy

JEWELRY/ACCESSORIES BRAND

Tobat Marble

FASHION BRAND (N. B. T)

Reo Stitches

FASHION-PRENEUR (RETAILER) Male

Wear It All Luxury

FASHION STYLIST

KieKie

FASHION STYLIST (N. B. T)

House of Vesta

BRAND INFLUENCER (Fashion, Style & Beauty)

Christiana ‘BerbieDoll’ Kayode

FASHION-PRENEUR (RETAILER) Female

Indulgence Fashion

FASHION-PRENEUR (DESIGNER)

Davey Shapes

FASHION-PRENEUR (RTW)

House of Moesha

ONLINE FASHION STORE

Keisha Wesley Collections

NAIL TECHNICIAN

Prince 4 Nails

MOST STYLISH, MALE

Yomi Casual

MOST STYLISH, FEMALE

Adedoyin Creamyaduke

MAKE UP BRAND

Crystal Looks

MAKE UP BRAND (N. B. T)

RiaGlams

ASOOKE BRAND

Jenrewa Asooke

FABRIC PURVEYOR

Doyinsweets Fabrics

FABRIC PURVEYOR (N.B.T)

Bonike Fabrics

HAIR STYLING BRAND

Ayinke Oge

HAIR BRAND

Cassie Hair

HONORARY AWARDEES

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Legislative And Grassroots Representation – Hon. Shina Abiola Peller.

2019 Honorary Award of Natural and Organic Skincare SolutionsProvider – OSEDUDU SPECIAL SKINCARE LTD

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Fabrics Warehousing – WALEX FABRICS

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Cosmetics Production & Med Spa – POSHGLOW COSMETICS

 

2019 Honorary Award of Recognition for Humanitarian Ventures – OLATOKUNBO FOUNDATION

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for photography and Multimedia Services – DE-PEERLESS STUDIOS

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Skincare Production – SAVVVY COSMETICS

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Community and Grassroots Development – HON. TUNDE BRAIMOH

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Community and Grassroots Development – HON. TEMITOPE ADEWALE (JAH)

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Ready to Wear Fashion – RTW BY OLAIDE

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence as Outstanding Realtor of the year – BRILLIANT CONCEPTS LIMITED.

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for outstanding efforts in Youth Development – AMB. DR RAYMOND EDOH

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Outstanding Performance in Acting – MRS. JAIYE KUTI

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN LIVE MUSIC – FEMI GUITAR BAND

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Outstanding Performance in ICT – MR. TOPE OGUNSEMO

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for SECURITY MANAGEMENT – DCP TUNJI DISU

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for PEACE AND INTER-RELIGIOUS – BABA J. O ODUNMBAKUN

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for Global Showbiz Promotion – PRINCE GEORGE ENTERTAINMENT

 

2019 Honorary Award of Excellence for outstanding performance in real estate – Gracias Global Limited

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Dapo Opayinka: UK-Based Bilingual Nollywood Actor Bridging Cultures Through Stage And Screen

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Dapo Opayinka stands as a shining example of a UK-based bilingual Nollywood actor whose personal brand is grounded in versatility, cultural authenticity, and a deep commitment to storytelling.

Trained at the renowned London Drama School, Dapo’s career began on the theatre stage where he honed his craft under the spotlight of British-Nigerian productions.

He brought charisma and depth to his performances as Mallam Gaskiya in Ola Rotimi’s satire ‘Our Husband Has Gone Mad Again’ and as Gbonka in the Yoruba tragedy ‘The Gods Are Not to Blame’.

His role as Etieno, a Kenyan freedom fighter in Lydia Ollets’ ‘Darkest Hour to Victory’, showcased his range and ability to embody characters with historical and emotional gravity.

As a UK-based actor with deep Nigerian roots, Dapo has successfully crossed over into the dynamic world of Nollywood.

His on-screen credits include critically acclaimed titles like ‘Basira in London’ with Eniola Badmus, TY Moore’s ‘Captivated’, and popular streaming releases such as ‘My London Slaves’ and ‘Sista Sista’.

He also starred in the TV series ‘Apostle Do Good’, produced by Toyin Moore and aired on the UK’s first Black entertainment channel, Ben TV on Sky, where he played a lead supporting role that endeared him to a diverse audience.

Known for his impeccable command of both English and Yoruba, Dapo is also a charismatic Master of Ceremonies, making him the go-to host for diasporic cultural and entertainment events across Europe.

Beyond acting, Dapo is a storyteller in the truest sense; an emerging filmmaker who has produced four independent films: ‘The Actor’, ‘The Passport’, ‘Amuwa’, and ‘Apeje’.

Each of these projects reflects his vision of creating socially relevant, culturally rooted stories for global consumption. His current pre-production work on ‘The Telepath’ promises to push creative boundaries even further.

Dapo’s latest screen appearance in the forthcoming film ‘Ireke Movie’, which had a private viewing at the Cannes Film Festival, is poised to take his brand global ahead of its 25 July 2025 worldwide release.

He is not just acting in films; he is helping shape the very identity of UK-based Nollywood.

His growing reputation as a respected creative voice within the diaspora positions him as a key figure in the next generation of African cinematic storytellers abroad.

Dapo’s experience, bilingual fluency, stage presence, and production portfolio make his brand distinct and indispensable.

“As a performer and filmmaker, I believe our stories deserve the world stage. My aim is to connect the African experience with universal emotions through characters that feel real, relevant, and respected,” says Dapo Opayinka.

With a growing body of work and an unrelenting drive to elevate African voices, Dapo Opayinka is not only a UK-based bilingual Nollywood actor. He is a cultural bridge-builder, creative entrepreneur, and bold voice in the future of global African storytelling.

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Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa Endorses Laffmattazz, Says Ondo State Is Safe For Tourism And Entertainment [PHOTOS]

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The Executive Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency Lucky Aiyedatiwa has endorsed Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends.

Governor Aiyedatiwa who received Gbenga Adeyinka, the Grand Comedian of the Nigeria (GCON) on Tuesday, 3 June 2025, expressed his endorsement of the show and said the state is happy to host Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends at the FMT Events Center, Ala Quarters, Akure on Thursday, June 12.

Governor Aiyedatiwa while pulling his weight behind the comedy event, disclosed that Ondo State is a safe haven for tourism and entertainment, thereby promising to work with the organisers to reel out a successful show.

The ‘Sho Le’ crooner, Sean Tizzle will lead the repertoire of musical performances including Oyomesi, Abbey Awesome, Lekzido, Ruby, Miko Fridan and JP3PLE2.

Talented comedians on the bill are; Omobaba, Bash, Erekere, Baba Alariya, Kojah Kage, ATM, Chi Young, General Olak, Dr Spencer, Dr Arotele, MC Stylo, Taichi, Prince Phelar, Jingle, Wisdom the Mimic Guy, Honda Stevo, Odogwu, Iparipate, Emzuma and Ofak.

According to Gbenga Adeyinka, Red Carpet starts by 3 PM while the main show commences by 4 PM. “Tickets are available online at (https://www.funzweb.com/events/laff-mattazz-about-time-akure-158) and https://shorturl.at/FfVZP. Physical tickets can be purchased at Madigrazz Lounge, (Akure Mall),

Iya Saheed Alamala, Isolo Street, Akure, Madison Restaurant, Akure-Owo Road, Alagbaka and Vintage Royale, Off Airport Road, Oba Ile,” he said.

The show themed ‘About Time Tour’ is powered by FIRS, ODIRS, Omni Blu Aviation and supported by Ondo State and Eleganza Industries.

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UPDATE: Portable Remanded In Kwara Prison Over Inability To Meet Stringent Bail Conditions

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Controversial singer, Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has been remanded in the Oke Kura Correctional Centre in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, over his inability to meet stringent bail conditions imposed by an Upper Area Court in the state.

This follows the singer’s appearance in court on Monday on the charges of defamation of character levelled against him by veteran Fuji musician, Okunola Saheed, aka Saheed Osupa.

The ‘zazoo-zeh’ crooner, however, received bail of N1 million and other stringent bail conditions, including providing two sureties in like sum.

According to the court’s directive, one of the sureties must be either the Chairman or Secretary of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria, while the other must be a property owner within a Government Reserved Area in Ilorin, supported by a valid Certificate of Occupancy.

Report says the case was documented under First Information Report (FIR) 117(1) CPC, and filed by the State Intelligence Department of the police following a petition dated March 21, 2025, by Osupa.

The petition said Portable made a live broadcast on Instagram, where he allegedly defamed Osupa, claiming the complainant was envious of his success and attempting to destroy his reputation.

In the video, Portable was quoted as saying, “This man dey try bring down my shine! He be like person wey dey chop snail with shell—him no get sense. Osupa carry tortoise for stomach. When Apple Music and Spotify want to drop money for me, na him remove my song from the platform, make I no see money (sic).”

Osupa maintained that Portable’s remarks were not only defamatory and damaging but also intended to incite public hatred and disturb the peace.

It was submitted to the Kwara State Police Command, and its men arrested the street-pop singer who confessed to the allegations while being interrogated.

According to a statement by the command’s spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the petition accused Portable of several serious offences, including criminal defamation, threats to life, incitement, character assassination, conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace, as well as the use of abusive and offensive language.

“In view of the weight of these allegations and the supporting evidence presented, the command secured a valid arrest warrant from a Magistrate Court sitting in Ilorin.

“Acting on this warrant, operatives from the command proceeded to Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Sunday, 13th April 2025, where the suspect was apprehended at about 19:25hrs. He was immediately brought to Ilorin for further investigations.

“Upon his arrival, the suspect’s statement was taken in the presence of legal representatives from both parties,” the statement read.

However, the Investigating Police Officer, ASP Adeniyi James, confirmed that Portable was charged based on a directive from the police authorities.

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