Ann Obaseki

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Ann Obaseki
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Born
NationalityNigerian
Occupation(s)Media Professional, Entrepreneur
Notable workVisa on Arrival

Ann Obaseki Uwah (born 9 December) is a Nigerian media professional, film producer and entrepreneur. She is the Founder and CEO of Talentville Africa, Producer of comedic TV series "Visa on Arrival" and Managing Director of Lounge Network, the parent company of Lounge FM Lagos, Lounge FM Abuja, and Bside Radio Benin. [1]

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Early life and career

Ann Obaseki is originally from Edo state but grew up with her parents - Grace and Jackson Obaseki in Lagos where she attended Sunnyfields Primary School and Anglican Girls Grammar School. She later went on to study Combined Arts at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria. [2]

In 2018, she launched Talentville with a vision to connect emerging artists in Nigeria with international opportunities. [3]

Awards and nominations

YearAward ceremonyPrizeResult
2023 AMVCA Best Television SeriesNominated [4]
2023The Humour AwardsBest Comedy SeriesNominated [5]
2022Elfrique AwardsCandidate for Nigeria Women Achievers Awards 2022Nominated [6]

References

  1. "Ann Obaseki: The Powerhouse Driving African Talent to Global Heights – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com.
  2. Akahieobi, Chioma (13 June 2025). "Ann Obaseki: The Woman Who Builds Stars -".
  3. Abiodun, Alao (2 January 2025). "Ann Obaseki: Genius behind Talentville Africa". The Nation Newspaper.
  4. Okunlola, Azeezat (2023-04-18). "2023 AMVCA Awards : Women Who Made The Cut!". DW.
  5. "Nkem Owoh, Real Warri Pikin, Mr Macaroni bag The Humour Awards 2023". Vanguard. 2023-01-19.
  6. "Candidate for Nigeria Women Achievers Awards 2022 (Season 5)".