Tag: Biola Alabi

“It just felt like there were a lot of external things in my body”- African media expert, Biola Alabi discusses dealing with infertility, multiple IVF treatments and divorce #WithChude

What does perfect even mean? This week on #WithChude, media expert, filmmaker and producer, Biola Alabi discussed dealing with infertility, multiple IVF treatments, divorce and walking away from a job…

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Harriet Thompson, Tony Rapu, Osayi Alile, Biola Alabi, Funke Bucknor, Lala Akindoju others join British High Commission to discuss mental health

Deputy British High Commissioner, Harriet Thompson; Pastor Tony Rapu, Osayi Alile,  Biola Alabi, and Funke Bucknor were among the personalities who joined British High Commission to discuss mental health at an…

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RED | For Africa CEO, Adebola Williams, is hosted by Young Global Leaders in Nigeria 

Adebola Williams, the chief executive officer of RED and newly-selected Young Global Leaders nominee, was recently hosted to a dinner event at the Capital Club, Lagos by the Young Global…

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#YNaija2018Review: New Money, Disguise, Date Night…See the 10 Most Disappointing Films of the Year

We present, the worst of the pile. Only films that scored a cinema release were considered for this list. Date Night In the era of #TimesUp and #MeToo, writing a…

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Biola Alabi Media partners with Slum2School for an unforgettable experience

Biola Alabi Media, the producers of Lara & the Beat partnered with Slum2School Foundation to treat 50 children and 20 volunteers to an unforgettable experience as they had Pizza and…

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Fidelity Bank Supports Nigerian Film Industry, Partners Biola Alabi On New Movie.

Fidelity Bank Plc, top Nigerian lender took another bold step in its quest to improve the fortunes of operators in the country’s film industry by supporting the movie ‘Lara and…

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Fidelity Bank in partnership with Biola Alabi supports new movie #LaraAndTheBeat

Fidelity Bank Plc, top Nigerian lender took another bold step in its quest to improve the fortunes of operators in the country’s film industry by supporting the movie ‘Lara and…

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#YNaijaEssays: The Future of Film in Nigeria is female

It was obvious from the very first promo images that the Wedding Party was going to be big. Everything about the film seemed big, from the extravagant bejewelled crown a…

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[The Film Blog] Seyi Shay channels her inner diva in the teaser for “Lara and the beat”

Lara and the Beat sounds like Beauty and the Beast, or is just me? Is it because the film stars artistes Seyi Shay and Vector? I have a right to…

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Lai Mohammed, Biola Alabi, Kunle Afolayan, others attend AFRIFF 2017

The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), the biggest film gathering this side of the Atlantic, kick-started its 7th Season in spectacular style, at a ceremony heavy on star wattage, Sunday…

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Film review: Banana Island Ghost has the cool factor

Banana Island Ghost is a consolidation of recent developments in the Nigerian film industry. Coming in with a real great story that takes intense care of how the narrative is…

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29 things that crossed my mind while watching Banana Island Ghost

The first thing I need to say is this: You, like me, will not be able to sit still while you watch this movie. So for a while now, everyone…

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Glitz & Glamour as Biola Alabi, Executive Producer premieres Banana Island Ghost

In what can only be described as a dazzling night of glitz and glamour, the official world premiere of the movie, Banana Island Ghost (B.I.G.) was a thrilling delight. The…

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PROFILE: Biola Alabi is gradually building a media empire

Abiola Alabi is a Nigerian and African media expert passionate about developing the African creative and media scene. Born in the 1970’s in America, the powerhouse studied in the University…

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The Media Blog: We have a question for Thisday Style…

... What took you so long? Biola Alabi had been due for a Style cover since the times she turned Africa Magic around, split those channels into money spinners and…

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Where is Tinsel?

Arguably the most successful series to ever air on Nigerian television, Tinsel, a Yinka Ogun creation has been around since 2008. We say arguably only because we have faint memories…

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The Media Blog: What Biola Alabi did next – already has a Season II

You know Biola Alabi of course. She is the former managing director of MNet responsible for hits from the Africa Magic channel explosion (including, of course, the Yoruba channel) to…

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12 participants selected for Biola Alabi’s ‘Grooming for Greatness’ program

The Grooming for Greatness fellowship program kicked off on October 22 after a search which received over 350 applications from Africans all over the world. The 12 lucky finalists selected…

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Biola Alabi to launch “Grooming for Greatness”, 20 exceptional young African leaders to be selected

Biola Alabi, founder of Biola Alabi Media and former Managing Director of M-Net Africa has announced the launch of her new leadership development project, 'Grooming for Greatness'. The year long…

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Chiwetel Ejiofor, Genevieve Nnaji, Onyeka Onwenu & more at the Half of a Yellow Sun movie premiere in Lagos (PHOTOS)

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie   What:  Half Of A Yellow Sun Movie Premiere. Where:  Silverbird, V.I Lagos. When:  April 12, 2014. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa   Chiwetel Ejiofor Genevieve Nnaji Onyeka Onwenu Omoye Uzamere Biola…

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All the photos you should see at the 2014 AfricaMagic Viewers’ Choice Awards

Genevieve Nnaji   What: Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Award (AMVCA). Where: Eko Hotel & Suites, V.I, Lagos. When: March 8, 2014. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa   Biola Alabi Rita Dominic Kate Henshaw Uche Jombo…

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#AMVCA 2014: First photos from the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards

by Tutu Akinlabi The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards 2014 is currently holding at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. The event is being anchored by Osas Ighodaro and…

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This is where the stars will be shining at the AMVCA 2014 (LOOK)

by Tutu Akinlabi The 2014 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) is going on right about now. The event, scheduled to hold from 5pm today, March 8,…

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Biola Alabi, Hafsat Abiola, others step out as Tony O. Elumelu hosts honourees of The Future Awards Africa 2013

by Oge Okonkwo Tony O. Elumelu One of Africa’s most respected entrepreneurs and Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony O. Elumelu, CON, hosted some of the continent’s brightest young entrepreneurs, professionals,…

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SPOTTED: Iyanya rocks the red carpet with SEXY Emma Nyra at the TFAA honourees reception

by Akan Ido The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) Honourees reception which took place yesterday at Heirs Holdings, Ikoyi, Lagos saw music sensation, Iyanya gracing the red carpet with beautiful Emma…

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Meet the Class of 2013! The Future Awards Africa releases list of 75 inspiring young nominees for Season 8 [FULL LIST]

 by Daniel Essien The Future Awards 2011 Young Person of the Year Honorees Finally, it's here - the promised list the continent has been waiting for! After a full year…

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SEE 2face, Nadia Buari, Gideon Okeke, others at the launch of Jim Iyke’s ‘Unscripted’ (PHOTOS)

Jim Iyke What: The Launch of Jim Iyke's Unscripted Reality show. Where: Four Points by Sheraton, V.I, Lagos. When: April 19, 2013. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa 2face Idibia and wife,…

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SEE 2face and Annie, Bovi, OC Ukeje, others at the premiere of Jim Iyke’s reality TV show ‘Unscripted’ (PHOTOS)

by Akan Ido The cocktail event to mark the premiere of Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke's reality show, Unscripted, held on Thursday, April 18 at the Sun Room of Four Points…

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SEE Genevieve Nnaji, Funke Akindele, Bovi, OC Ukeje, others at the AMVCA Nominees Brunch (PHOTOS)

Ugonna, Biola Alabi, & Genevieve by Akan Ido The AMVCA nominees brunch event took place recently at the Wheatbaker Hotel in Ikoyi with celebrities attending the classy event. The event…

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Mnet’s Biola Alabi, Nigerian lawyer make Forbes list of 20 Youngest Power Women in Africa – See Full List

Leymah Gbowee, Liberia, Peace and Women’s Rights Activist The peace activist was one of three female recipients who were awarded the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize “for non-violent struggle for the…

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