Afro-Heritage Entertainment have decided to give out award of recognition to some Nigerian icons and legends for their sacrifice and unique contributions to their chosen field and the community at large. This to honor those who have contributed to the success of the society through their craft and talent.
Mr Sola Olaniyan, the CEO and founder of Afro-Heritage Entertainment saw the importance of appreciating various professionals and artistes for a job well done, hence the reason why he would be hosting many Nigerian broadcasting and entertainment icons and legends at the first edition of Afro Heritage Broadcasting & Entertainment Award (AHBEA), which will hold at the Phoenix Hall, 15156 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas. 77083. on Saturday October 31st 2015.
Starting from 2016, artistes would be expected to submit their movies for awards in different categories. This year’s edition is just a recognition award, and it’s not based on any category.
Many Nigerian artistes expected to be honored at the award event include but not limited to, veteran actors and actresses, Olu Jacobs, Patience Ozokwor, Bolaji Amusan, Jide Kosoko, Lanre Hassan (Iya Awero), Dele Odule, Idowu Phillips (Iya Rainbow), Adebayo Salami (Oga Bello), Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo), Jide Kosoko, Yinka Quadri, Antar Laniyan.
Legends: Yinka Quadri, Dele Odule, King Sunny Ade, King Wasiu Ayinde, Adebayo Salami, Olu Jacobs, Madam Idowu Philips, Madam Lanre Hassan, Antar Laniyan, Tunde Kelani, Patience Ozokwo, Jide Kosoko, Sunday Omobolanle (Aluwe), Abbey Lanre and Seye Kehinde (CEO City People Group).
Icons: Queen Ayo Balogun, Yomi Fash Lanso, Funsho Adeolu, Femi Adebayo, Iyabo Ojo, Toyin Aimakhu, Ini Edo, Ramsey Nouah, Gbenga Adeyinka, Funke Akindele, Sylvia Ezeokafor, Emmanuella Mensah from Ghana, Muka Ray and Ebun Oloyede and Pioneer promoter, Demola Oyefeso from New York.
Others that will grace the occasion are Doris Simeon, Bukky Fagbuyi, Olaitan Sugar, Tune Owokoniran (Tilapia), Sheyi Edun, Muka Ray, Rasaq Ajao, Alhaji Sulaimon Ajobiewe, Olajuwon Ade, Kunle Da-Silva, Doris Simeon, Ranti Alore Agbaminoja, Mistura Asunramu Alao, Dele Ogundipe and many more…
Come watch performances of US based artists like Bamy Cruise, Femi Johnson, C’Moore, Diamond Dee,Jemiriye Adeniji, Kolawole Amusan and Nigeria based hip-hop artistes such as Jahbless aka Olori Ebi, Wiz Level, Gabriel Afolayan and others.
Ace film maker, Tunde Kelani will be premiering his recent movie, Dazzling Mirage at the pre-award event which will hold on Friday, October 30, 2015.
Veteran comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka (the 1st) will be the Master of Ceremony, while the Queen of juju music, Ayo Balogun will thrill the guests with her live band.
Dallas based celebrity blogger and OAP, Olufunke Mercyflawless will be setting the red carpet on fire with her charming personality.
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