Akwa Ibom State is a state in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria, bordered on the east by Cross River State, on the west by Rivers State and Abia State, and on the south by the Atlantic Ocean. The state takes its name from the Qua Iboe River which bisects the state before flowing into the Bight of Bonny. Akwa Ibom was split from Cross River State in 1987 with her capital Uyo and with 31 local government areas.
The University of Calabar is a public university situated in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. It is one of Nigeria's second generation federal universities. The University of Calabar was a campus of the University of Nigeria until 1975. The Vice Chancellor is Florence B. Obi. The post of the DVC (Academic) is held by Angela Oyo Ita, while Michal Okom is the DVC (Administration).
...When Love Happens is a 2014 Nigerian romantic comedy film co-produced and directed by Seyi Babatope. It stars Weruche Opia, OC Ukeje, Beverly Naya, Oreka Godis, Gideon Okeke, Bukky Wright, Desmond Elliot, Wale Ojo, Keppy Ekpenyong and Shafy Bello. The film tells the story of Mo, a successful events planner whose job is to help other people plan their weddings, but finds it hard to get into a relationship.
Obi Emelonyelisten Emelonye a Nigerian film director. He is known for directing award-winning films such as Last Flight to Abuja (2012), The Mirror Boy (2011), and Onye Ozi (2013).
Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the term dates back to the early 2000s, traced to an article in The New York Times. Due to the history of evolving meanings and contexts, there is no clear or agreed-upon definition for the term, which has made it a subject of several controversies.
The Visit is a 2015 Nigerian romantic comedy thriller film directed by Olufunke Fayoyin and produced by Biodun Stephens. The film, which is a four-cast movie, stars an ensemble of Nse Ikpe Etim, Femi Jacobs, Blossom Chukwujekwu and Bayray McNwizu.
Christopher Stephen Obong Ekpenyong(Listen) is a Nigerian politician and former Deputy governor of Akwa Ibom State. He was elected to the Nigerian Senate in 2019 to represent Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District.
Chris Okagbue is a Nigerian model, actor, movie producer, and reality television star. He was the winner of the Gulder Ultimate Search season 8 reality show. He is of the Igbo tribe and is the son of the former Obi of Onitsha.
Keppy EkpenyongEdet Bassey-Inyang is a Nigerian actor who received a commendation award from the Actors Guild of Nigeria in 2018 for his contributions to Nollywood. The inscription on the award plaque reads “In recognition of your excellent service, dedication, and commitment to the development of the Nigerian Movie Industry”
Gloria Young is a Nigerian actress who has featured in more than 70 movies and has won the City People Movie Award for Movie Couple of the Year at the City People Entertainment Awards.
Glamour Girls is a two-part Nollywood film about independent single women embarking on their independence within Nigeria's traditionally patriarchal society through escorting. It gained widespread popularity in Nigeria. The film starred Liz Benson, Ngozi Ikpelue, Eucharia Anunobi, Pat Attah, Ernest Obi, Zack Orji, and others.
Olakunle Oladunni Churchill, is a Nigerian businessman and philanthropist. He is the founder of Churchill Group and Churchill Foundation.
Omo Ghetto is a 2010 Nigerian crime comedy drama film directed by Abiodun Olarenwaju, starring Funke Akindele, Rachel Oniga, Taiwo Hassan, Yinka Quadri and Eniola Badmus.
Toka McBaror is a Nigerian filmmaker, producer, movie and music video director born, raised and is based in Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria but originally from Delta State. He is considered by many as the jack and master of all filmmaking tricks and trade. A multiple awards winning, prolific and intensively talented hyper creative, filmmaking coach and movie production consultant, McBaror is widely and saliently referred to as the Encyclopedia of Filmmaking with multiple awards to his kitty, including an award nomination for "Kada River" at the 2018 Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival in Canada, 6 award wins for the movie, Lotanna including: "Best Film", "Best Director", "Best Cinematography", "Best Art Director", "Best Costume" and "Best Sound Editor" at the 2017 Golden Movie Awards.
Hire a Man is a 2016 Nigerian romantic comedy film directed by Desmond Elliot and produced by Chinneylove Eze. The film stars the Ghanaian actress Zynnell Zuh and Nollywood actors and actresses such as Enyinna Nwigwe, IK Ogbonna, Nancy Isime, Bayray McNwizu and Daniel Lloyd. The movie portrays the pressure put on ladies to get married when age begins to step in, by the society.
The Island is a 2018 Nigerian action film directed by Toka McBaror. The film was co-produced by Daniel Cole Chiori and Freda Francis and stars Nollywood actors and actress such as Femi Adebayo, Segun Arinze, Sukanmi Bahlofin, Sambasa Nzeribe.
King of Boys: The Return Of The King is a 2021 7-part limited series directed by Kemi Adetiba. It was released on 27 August 2021 exclusively on Netflix as a sequel to the 2018 Nigerian crime political thriller film, King of Boys. Sola Sobowale and Toni Tones reprise their roles as Eniola Salami with Reminisce, Illbliss, Akin Lewis, Osas Ighodaro and Keppy Ekpenyong also reprising their roles. Additional cast members include Nse Ikpe-Etim, Richard Mofe Damijo, Efa Iwara, Deyemi Okanlawon and Charly Boy.
Akpe: Return of the Beast, is a 2019 Nigerian action drama film directed by Toka McBaror and produced by Justice Nuagbe. The film stars Jide Kosoko in the lead role whereas Juliet Ibrahim, Bolanle Ninalowo, Daniel Lloyd and Eniola Badmus made supportive roles. The film rotates around Akpe, a self-proclaimed king of the Zanga where his closest friend organizes a group of boys to conquer the street.
Love Castle is a 2021 Nigerian film directed by Desmond Elliot, produced by United States-based Nigerian, Beatrice Funke Ogunmola and co-produced by Victor Ogunmola. The film centers on themes of tradition and family ties; it portrays Nigerian culture interwoven with disability and focuses on a deep-rooted belief about children living with disabilities, as experienced by the producers who have a child living with autism. It is a traditional story about the African culture of silence surrounding taboos.
Temitope Duker is a Nigerian filmmaker and radio show host.
