‘MTV Shuga focuses on promoting safe sex,’ Alex Okosi speaks about the TV series on ‘Conversations with Mercy Abang’

by Mercy Abang Alex Okosi is the Senior Vice President & Managing Director of VIACOM Media Networks. Okosi, a Nigerian is based in Johannesburg where he heads Viacom International Media Networks’ pan-African business operations. He is responsible for managing the growth and development of VIMN’s iconic kids, youth, music, comedy and general entertainment brands on the African continent, including... Read More

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September 14, 2013

Music superstars, Ice prince, Iyanya, others to star in MTV ‘Shuga’

by ‘Jola Sotubo The MTV Base drama series, Shuga, can already boast of a star-studded cast and it is set to increase its shine and popularity by adding Iyanya and Ice prince to the already remarkable list. The BET Award winner, and the ‘Kukere’ star, will join an all-star cast which includes Maria Okanrende, Tiwa... Read More

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August 21, 2013

Wow! Tiwa Savage, Chris Attoh, others dazzle in promo shot for MTV Shuga (PHOTOS)

by Oge Okonkwo MTV Shuga has released promo shots of the casts of the new season of Shuga, which will premiere on World AIDS Day, December 1st, 2013. The shoot which was handled by top Nigerian photographer, Kelechi Obi-Amadi was held at the Protea Hotel, Ikoyi, Westwood, Lagos and also features the first official images of the Shuga cast... Read More

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August 7, 2013

Crossing over: MAVIN first lady, Tiwa Savage makes acting debut in ‘Shuga’

by Oge Okonkwo Nigerian singer-songwriter, Tiwa Savage is taking a step into the world of acting, as she will be featuring in the award-winning TV drama ‘Shuga’. Tiwa will be playing the role of Sade, the glamorous owner of a nightclub ‘Badoo Tree’. The TV drama will also feature celebrities who were handpicked director Biyi Bandele, such as:... Read More

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March 20, 2012

Banky W, Wizkid & more – MTV’s video for ‘Shuga’ premieres

by Seyi Lawal MTV Base and the MTV Staying Alive Foundation has released the long-awaited music video of ‘Shuga,’ the hit track by Banky W featuring WizKid, Bon’eye and L Tido. The video for the upbeat single was unveiled at a VIP screening of ‘Shuga: Love, Sex, Money’ in Lagos’ Silverbird Galleria on Friday evening, 16 March. The music... Read More

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January 25, 2012

Wizkid, Banky W debut in MTV drama series, ‘Shuga’

by Wilfred Okiche Mr Capable Banky W and his muse, Wizkid will be appearing in the new MTV series, Shuga: Love, Sex, Money. They will both be performing musical numbers while playing themselves. Shuga is an advocacy project, conceived with the aim of spreading the message of responsible sexual behavior and tolerance among Africa’s youth. It is... Read More

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