AMAA 2011 Winners List

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Best Film

Viva Riva

Best Director-

Viva Riva

Best Actor-

Themba Ndaba (Hopeville)

Best Actress-

Ama K. Abebrese (Sinking Sands)

Best Supporting Actor-

Hoji Fortuna (Viva Riva)

Best Supporting Actress-

Marlene Longage (Viva Riva)

Best Young Actor-

Edward Kagutuzi (Mirror Boy)

Best Child Actor-

Sobahle Mkhabase et al (Izulu Lami)

Best Screenplay-

Sinking Sands

Best Cinematography-

Viva Riva

Best Nigerian Film-

Aramotu

Best Film In African Language-

Izulu Lami (South Africa)

Best Visual Effects-

A Small Town Called Descent

Best Costume Design-

Aramotu

Best Editing-

Soul Boy

Best Achievement In Sound-

Shirley Adams

Best Soundtrack-

Inale

Best Make Up-

Sinking Sands

Best Production Design-

Viva Riva

Best African Film Abroad-

Soul Sisters (Nigeria/USA)

Best Diaspora Short Film-

Precipice (UK)

Best Diaspora Documentary-

Stubborn As A Mule (USA)

Best Diaspora Feature-

Suicide Dolls (USA)

Best Documentary-

Kondi Et Le Jeudi Nationale (Cameroon)

Best Short Documentary-

After The Mine (Congo)

Best Short Film-

Dina (Mozambique)

Culled from http://www.katehenshawnuttall.com/blog/

WED/25/MAY: EUROPEAN WOMEN INVENTORS & INNOVATORS NETWORK- Exhibition, Conference, & Award Ceremony in ICELAND

THE 3rd Bi-Annual EUROPEAN WOMEN INVENTORS & INNOVATORS NETWORK (EUWIIN) INTERNATIONAL 

Exhibition, Conference, & Award Ceremony  

We are looking for exceptionally Creative, Inventive, Innovative, Entrepreneurs, Scientists, Engineers, Technologists, Designers from all sectors and background right across Europe and the International world to be nominated for Awards. 

THEME: SUSTAINABLE IDEAS AND CREATIVITY FOR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

DISCUSSIONS WILL FOCUS ON:

• INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
• NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT & ENTERPRISE
• CROSS BORDER TRADING & EXPORT STRATEGY
• INVESTMENT, COMMERCIALISATION & EQUITY
• KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Innovative Enterprising Women from all Sectors
• People in Science, Engineering & Technology
• Artists, Artisans and Creative people
• Policy Makers, Relevant Government Departments and Agencies
• Intellectual Property Organisations
• Private & Public sector organisations
• Banks, Financial Institutions, Investment and Manufacturing Companies
• Personal & Professional Development Managers
• NGO’s, Grass root business organisations GBOs and business advisors
• Education Institutions, Researchers and Academics
• Business Development Organisations and Donor Agencies
• Gender & Diversity Consultants
• Sponsors & Supporters

 You can log on to http://www.gwiin.com/ - For a nomination form for the Awards - Click to DOWNLOAD

VENUE: The New Harpa Concert and Conference Centre, Reykjavik, Iceland

DATE: WED-FRI./25-27/ May 2011.

WEBSITE: http://www.gwiin.com/

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Have you designed or know of any exceptional creative woman that has designed anything fashionable that is kind to

the environment? This could be anything - jewellery, hats, bags, shoes etc… Enter your product

for the Eco Friendly Fashion Designers CATWALK by sending an email to office@gwiin.com

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Visit: http://www.gwiin.com/Ewiin2011.html

For event fees and registration 

http://euwiinint2011.eventbrite.com/

For travel and accomodation 

https://asp.artegis.com/lp/RUTLEUWIIN11/RUTLEUWIIN11

For More Information please send your email to Mrs Bola Olabisi: office@gwiin.com or Princess Deun Adedoyin-Solarin: princessDeunS@gwiin.com

EVENT PAGE: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=172752789436703 (Pls click  to confirm your attendance)

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FRI/15/Oct '10: The UK 'Red Carpet' Premier of the Movie, ÌMÁLÀ ( ..the triumph of wisdom) @ Odeon Cinema, London.| Time: 9pm

From the Stable of MATRIX ENTERTAINMENT LTD and  one of the creative minded Filmmakers,a Writer and an Actor, Mr Bidemi Alaran. He is one of the African/Nigeria's outstanding Producers of our time....A graduate of DRAMATIC ARTS from the then UNIVERSITY OF IFE, now OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY. MC ExtraOrdinare, one of the Top Masters of Ceremony in the UK and beyond has come with a Movie with creativity at its best......ÌMÁLÀ (...the triumph of wisdom)

The real Brain behind this Fantastic Movie,


Best Captivating Movie: Ìmálà (The Triumph of Wisdom)
From the stable of MATRIX ENTERTAINMENT LTD and one of the Outstanding Producers of our time....BIDEMI ALARAN has come with creativity at its best!

Directed by the Award-winning and one of the Best and Top Directors in the Nollywood Industry, ANDY AMENECHI.  Screen play by:ADE ADENIJI and Edited by one of the best film Editors in the Nigeria Movie Industry,MUMINI KELANI a brother to the ACE CINEMATOGRAPHER, Mr Tunde Kelani.

ÌMÁLÀ (...the triumph of wisdom) tells the story of an innocent and untainted Segilola, who falls to the whims and caprices of childish lust.The consequences are so grave she almost did not have a second chance.

It's a true Life story, NON-FETISH, FULL of SUSPENSE, VERY CAPTIVATING, an African-Nigerian Concept which is most needed in the Nigeria Movie Industry. This mind blowing movie  is FULLY SUBTITLED in ENGLISH and it parades the top Nollywood Movie Stars like Dele Odule, Faithia Balogun, Ireti Osayemi, Kehinde Bankole, Ayo Badmus, Oyewole Olowomojuore (Baba Gebu) and many others. IntroducingBidemi Alaran as one of the main Characters of the Movie.

This is a MUST watch movie! The storyline cuts accross the Globe and it's specially endorsed by the ACE CINEMATOGRAPHER, Mr Tunde Kelani. The quality of the movie in terms of the sound, visual is enormous and remarkable! Shot with the new technology HD cameras.

The UK 'Red Carpet' Premier of this FANTASTIC Movie POWERED BY FEMTEJ KREATIONS LTD, UK is coming up in LONDON soon! SPONSORED BY MATRIX ENTERTAINMENT LTD, FEMTEJ KREATIONS & ARIK AIR INTERNATIONAL LTD.

                                                                                                                                              

Come and have an exciting time, mingle with the Stars of the Movie who will be flying in all the way from Lagos Nigeria. The likes of Dele Odule, Faithia Balogun, Ireti Osayemi, Ayo Badmus, Kehinde Bankole and Of course, Bidemi Alaran.

WATCH OUT FOR THE NIGERIA PREMIER- COMING SOON! Details for the UK premier as follow:

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MATRIX ENTERTAINMENT LTD in conjunction with FEMTEJ KREATIONS LTD

Proudly Present

The UK 'RED CARPET' Premiere of a FANTASTIC Movie:

'ÌMÁLÀ' ..the triumph of wisdom (a movie Inspired by a true Life story, fully subtitled in English)

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DATE: FRIDAY, 15, OCTOBER, 2010

VENUE: The Odeon Cinema, Bugsby Way, Greenwich, London, SE10 0QJ

TIME: Red Carpet 9.00pm, Movie Screening 10.15pm (prompt)

AFTER PARTY:  D'Eclipse, 57-59 Camberwell Road, London, SE5 0EZ

TICKETS: Standard: £10; Premier: £15; VIP: £20

ONLINE PAYMENT: http://www.afrikkreations.com/

INFO/TICKETS: 07878202481; 07919682888

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EVENT SPONSORED BY: MATRIX ENTERTAINMENT LTD & FEMTEJ KREATIONS LTD & ARIK AIR INTERNATIONAL LTD

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THE SEARCH BEGINS FOR AFRICA’S BRIGHTEST IDEAS IN FEMALE INVENTORS & INNOVATORS AWARDS

Women across the African continent have the chance to be recognised as the Pan-African Inventor or Innovator of the Year 2010 with the opening of the latest competition by the Global Women Inventors & Innovators Network (GWIIN). This would include women that are exceptionally creative, inventive, innovative, entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, technologists, designers from all sectors and background right across Africa.

The award nominations which officially opened on the 24 August is organised to celebrate and promote the creative, inventive and innovative products and services by women right across the continent. This year includes award categories for innovative women in technology, finance and investment, best product design and packaging, exceptional creative items such as jewelleries, arts and crafts, innovative new talent, innovative eco-friendly fashion, and a category for Education & Learning Institutions such as universities, colleges and innovative school projects. There are 10 categories in total including the Chairman’s discretionary Award, a posthumous recognition Award and the main award – The Pan-African Female Inventor of the Year 2010.

The first of this most remarkable event was held in Ghana in 2005 in partnership with GEM- International Finance Corporation, the private arm of the World Bank Group and Ministry of Women (MOWAC) Ghana including the significant support of Ministry of Trade & Industry, Ecobank and Barclays Bank. The second event took place in South Africa in 2008 in partnership with the Ministry of Minerals & Energy, South Africa with generous support from various multi-national companies including Shell, IBM, Faberge and many others.

With an expected delegation of over a thousand guests this year from across Nigeria, Africa and beyond, this international and celebratory event continues to be the first of its kind to put the spotlight on Africa's most exceptional creative, inventive and innovative women entrepreneurs and professionals while highlighting their immense contribution and potential to the social and economic growth of Africa.

The PAWIIN Awards forms a significant part of the forthcoming 3 day event scheduled to take place in Abuja, Nigeria and also comprises of a symposium and exhibition. It has become the most extensive platform for the recognition of women’s inventive and innovative ideas developed in scientific laboratory to the ideas developed at home on the humble kitchen table. Founder, Bola Olabisi who has since launched the competition in other countries, says that the Africa event is growing from strength to strength.

"The 2010 event will be the most significant so far, reflecting a diversity of innovations from various sectors especially in terms of sustainability and development terms. We in fact welcome ideas from women of all backgrounds - scientists and engineers working on patented inventions to women with no previous research and development experience who have come up with an excellent gadget or a new way of doing something,"

says Bola.

Previous winners include: Margaret Owino from Kenya for the solar cooker – ‘Oywa Cookit’, Gloria Asare Adufrom Ghana for using bamboo to generate a wide range of socio-economic and environmental benefits , J.H. Ghartey from Ghana for Floriculture, Foliage and Secondary Fish Farming, Aissa Dione Tissus from Senegal for eco-friendly textile and furnitures and Dr Alexandra Graham from Nigeria for the first purpose built fully integrated pharmaceutical production for HIV and malaria in West Africa.

The theme of this year’s event is  Innovative Women in Africa with Innovative Solutions for Africa’ and will include several high profile industry speakers from various backgrounds. The closing date for awards entries is 24 October 2010. For further information about the award categories and entry forms visithttp://www.gwiin.com/  or email us on office@gwiin.com  

For further information on the Awards or to download the nomination forms please visit our website

 http://www.gwiin.com/ 

This event is supported by Hon. Minister Mrs Josephine Anenih of the Ministry for Women Affairs & Social Development and by The Honourable Minister of Science and Technology, Prof. Muhammed K. Abubakar. We are pleased that we have as our Special Guest of Honour, the First Lady of Nigeria, H.E. Dame Patience Jonathan.

The principal partner for PAWIIN 2010 is AL Indigo and Host partners include West African Women Association (WAWA) with the distinguished support of ECOWAS, Enterprise for Women Innovation, Southern African Region (EWED-SADC), African Women of Essence International and European Union Women Inventors & Innovators Network(EUWIIN).

Collaborating Partners include London Metropolitan Business School of London Metropolitan University and Center for Enterprise Development Services of Pan-African University and British Council.

For further press information, or to sponsor or support the initiative or to attend the event or arrange an interview please contact:

Bola Olabisi

GWIIN

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7 749 4834

Email: bola@gwiin.com

Website: http:// www.gwiin.com 

Or

Nigeria Country Representative:

Abiola Ogunbiyi

 SJ Tours & Allied Services

 Tel: +234 803 3160672

Email: abiolakogunbiyi@hotmail.com

Vote OMONI OBOLI for the Future Award Best Actor of the Year: 33120 - NIGERIA; 81696 - UK; 97605 -USA

To all Fans and Friends of OMONI OBOLI,

It is my great pleasure to inform you that OMONI has been nominated as the the future Awards BEST ACTOR OF THE YEAR. This one Nollywood star that has successfully forge a path of her own in the acting world.

This year she has steadily risen and blossomed from the background to increasingly prominent roles in major blockbusters. She featured in several films this year, two of which have been in the cinemas i.e. THE FIGURINE and GUILTY PLEASURES.

To vote for OMONI OBOLI for Best Actor Future Awards Text Omoni Oboli Actor of the Year to 

33120 FOR NIGERIA
81696 FOR UK
97605 FOR US

You can also vote online at www.thefuturenigeria.com. Thanks for your love and support all. More updates will be coming to you from this platform.

God bless

Exclusive Interview: The rise and rise of Omoni Oboli

As there are stars, starlets and wannabees in the world of make-believe in Nigeria (Nollywood) there is one person who has been able to successfully remove herself from the pack and forge a path of her own in the acting world and that person is Omoni Oboli. This year she has steadily risen and blossomed from the background to increasingly prominent roles in major blockbusters. I decided to do an interview with her to find out more about this rising star.

BA: This has got to be the year of Omoni! You’ve featured in several films this year, two of which have been in the cinemas i.e. The Figurine and Guilty Pleasures. Now you’ve been nominated for Best Actor Futures Award. What do you have to say about that?

OO: I am so blessed to have chosen the right scripts. I am just so thankful to God for everything. I feel like I’m finally getting to where I want to go. ‘The Figurine’, (which is said to be one of the best Nigerian movies to date) has been the high point of my career this year and I am so proud of it. It has done so well in the box office in Nigeria, Ghana and the UK and the reviews have been mind blowing. Guilty pleasures is such a good movie and it’s also doing well in the box office in Nigeria. I am so honoured to have been nominated for the future awards. It’s a very credible award and I would love to win it. So please vote for me y’all.

BA: What was it like acting in the Figurine?
OO: Shooting the Figurine was very exciting. We shot for 3 months in Osun, Ife and an island in Lagos. We stayed at the Miccom golf resort in Osun for a month and we soon became one big happy family. When we got to the island, where we shot for over one month, I was so excited the first day we got there cos it was so exotic but at night fall, the bugs came out to play and my exotic location fast became a nightmare but someone lit a bonfire and we had fun telling stories and playing games around the fire. Before we knew it, another person started roasting yams, and it was really delicious with palm oil. I had the most fun shooting the figurine even though it had so many challenges.

BA: You played Ramsey (Nouah) and Kunle (Afolayan)’s love interest…(plenty of smoochin’ was goin’ on, girl!) how did Mr Oboli take it?
OO: (Laughter) You are so funny. Nnamdi (Oboli)’s a modern day man and he trusts me. He knows its part of my job and it ends when the director says cut. Ramsey and Kunle have become my good friends so they are so easy to work with. And it helps that they are good actors.

BA: Does he come on set with you?
OO: My husband comes on set sometimes when its convenient and he is my biggest fan. He believes more in me than I believe in myself.

BA: When he’s on set and you have to kiss your co-star how do you handle that?
OO: He was actually on set when we were shooting one of my romantic scenes in the figurine but he wasn’t actually in the room where we were shooting. I really don’t know how I’d feel if he were actually in the room.

BA: So how many children do you have?
OO: I have three very boisterous adorable little boys.

BA: I noticed your son (Tobe) featured in the movie with you… what was it like working with him?OO: It was a very nice experience. I watched him do his thing and I was so proud. It wasn’t easy all the way though cos I had to be an actress and a mother at the same time. Tobe wanted to hang out with the adults and I couldn’t let him. He got bored many times and I had to think of ways to entertain him with computer games and story books. He was also missing his brothers, so on my birthday while we were still on the island, my husband came with my other kids and some friends with food and drinks and we all had fun with the cast and crew.

BA: I understand you were in the industry before and you went on a break. When was that and why did you feel the need to do that?
OO: I entered Nollywood in 1996 and I actually enjoyed a very interesting career then playing the lead in some hit movies like ‘Not My Will’, ‘Destined to Die’ and ‘Another Campus Tale’ but I had to leave because I was in my first year in Uni and my shooting schedules were clashing with my academics so I ended up going back to school just before exams. I knew I had to make a choice between Nollywood and getting a degree, so I decided to give acting a rest. I got married right after university and relocated with my hubby to England.

BA: Why did you come back to the industry?
OO: While away, I always had the hunger for my first love which is acting and I knew I wouldn’t be happy doing anything else so when the opportunity came to return to Nigeria, we came back home and to be honest, I tried to do one or two other things, I even got a job in one of these oil companies and the salary was very attractive but I turned it down cos I knew I would never be happy there. I decided to pursue my dream and here I am about 3 years down the line and am so happy that my decision to face acting has paid off.

BA: There’s a question I have just got to ask you… how come you have that many kids and you’re a size ZERO! You do diet and exercise don’t you? Cos with this killer bod….

OO: I’m not a size zero!! (Laughter) I’m just a very big advocate for healthy living. I run a diet and fitness business on the side so I practise what I preach. I watch what I eat and I exercise to stay fit and healthy. God has just been good to me I must say.

BA: Back to the Future Award… how did you feel hearing you were nominated?
OO: When I got the call that I had been nominated for the future awards, I was so excited. I really admire the organisers of this award and would love to be associated with them so I pray I win this one. To vote for me for Best Actor Future Awards Text Omoni Oboli Actor of the Year to 33120 for Nigeria, for the Uk on 81696 & US on 97605.

BA: So how do your fans get in touch with you if they want to?
OO: Well, I have a website (http://www.omoniobolifanbook.com) its a fun networking site where my friends and fans network with me and each other. We usually have fun chatting and making friends. I am also in partnership with some NGO while I am floating mine to help the underprivileged in the society.

BA: Any new projects you’re working on?
OO:I am working on a script now for my production next year. It will be shot in the early part of next year and am really excited about it. I am so blessed to have friends and fans who care so deeply about me. I love you all and I will not go back on my word to only appear in good movies. Thanks for standing with me. Without you, I won’t be here today. Thanks y’all! Keep smiling!

BA: Thanks so much for chatting with me!
OO: You’re very welcome!
By Bola Aduwo

VOTE CHIOMA CHUKWUKA-AKPOTHA, a Nollywood Star as the FACE OF HOPE 2010

When you talk of scandal-free actresses in Nigeria, as well as those with a sense of decency, the likes of Chioma Chukwuka will readily come to mind.  This Anambra State born screen goddess is no doubt a viewer’s delight ... any day. She made her first appearance years ago and had since moved to the top of her career as an actress and a singer.


She is among the 26 contestants of the FACE of HOPE Project. Your vote for her to be the Face of Hope 2010 will surely be need to make her dreams come through. Her ultimate aim according to her is to make a huge difference in the lives of less privileged people in Africa.


Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha. Alluring, Hardworking , Passionate, Honest and Articulate. Wife , Mother , Actor , Compere and a Home-manager. A graduate of banking and finance of Lagos State University.

Shot her first movie in year 2000.

Winner AAMA Best Actress 2007. Ambassador Globacom Telecommunication. Enjoys singing, cooking travelling and making new friends. Blessed with an adorable husband and two lovely children

The Face of Hope Project, a-volunteer-based non-profit, non-religious, non political organization established to give hope to the hopeless and help to the helpless, taking the less-privileged African children off the streets and providing them with free qualitative education.

The Face of Hope Project seeks to search for an Ambassador that will champion the campaign against child illiteracy in Nigeria and Africa. The project also works to rekindle the passion and love for Country, seeking personal reflections on ways of bettering our Nation. Re branding can only come from positive attitudinal change, thus the debate to select the Ambassador is strictly a positive Nigeria Initiative. This search will be done among 26 top Nigerian Actors/Actresses; TV, Sports, Motivational and Inspirational Personalities; Musicians and Stand up Comedians.

To vote for Chioma Chukwuka send

foh Chioma

to 35810 (Glo & Zain)

33810 (MTN)

Please Support Nse Ikpe Etim, Fred Amata and E4 PR.

Right now, Nollywood is abuzz with excitement with the emergence of young, vibrant actress, Nse Ikpe Etim. She is Nigeria's answer to Thandie Newton! Nse is like a breath of fresh air and has been nicknamed in Nollywood, "the silent tsunami". When you watch her in action, you'd understand why; you just can't help but WOW! To learn more about Nse and view some of her work, please click on the link below to join her group on Facebook. You can also watch the entire episodes of two of her most popular movies there (Reloaded and Guilty Pleasures). More stuff from Nse comin' atcha soon!
http://www.facebook.com/#/group.php?gid=242327709936&ref=ts

For those of you that know Fred Amata, the undisputed King Of The Nigerian Video Industry, you can testify to the fact that he has been consistent for over two decades and is one of the best actors, directors and producers that Nollywood has ever produced. Right now, Fred is participating in Celebrity Takes 2 (similar to Strictly Comes Dancing) and he deserves to win based purely on merit and hard work. Fred has always been a terrific dancer; so this comes naturally to him coupled with the fact that experience comes with age. So come on y'all, let's crown him KING OF THE DANCE FLOOR! To learn more about Celebrity Takes 2, airing times and details on how to vote please click on the link below and join Fred's support group on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/#/group.php?gid=195231225879&ref=ts

Finally, E4 PR offers Public Relation Services, Advertising, Media Relations, Entertainment, Lifestyle and Fashion events, Promotions and loads more.
Those that have been fortunate to work with E4 PR can testify to the massive success that it has brought them, due to tireless campaigns and dedication.
E4 PR has also successfully worked with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry and would keep soaring higher, by the grace of God.
We are very current and aim to satisfy, so please show your support by clicking on the link below to join E4 PR on Facebook. Loads of interesting stuff coming your way soon. Watch this space.
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Source: Egoruomare Efiok Eyo Efiok

More women are wanted in the Film Industry - Ego Boyo

 As a way of encouraging more women to venture into the film industry, Temple Productions is organised a workshop for women in film and those who are trying to break into the industry. The workshop held yesterday, December 3, 2009 in Lagos.

Reel Women: A workshop for Female Filmmakers, aimed at educating women creatively on the opportunities in film production.
“Women have always been involved in various aspects of film making and are becoming more and more involved in production. And now more than ever, opportunities exist because of the pioneering efforts of a few,” said Ego Boyo, veteran female actress and managing director of Temple Productions. “There is a need to maximize these opportunities by creating a forum to enlighten and empower women interested in a career in film and for those already in the Industry.”

Ego Boyo, who also doubles as the initiator of the Reel Women, described the workshop as “a passionate idea conceived to manage the challenges faced by female film makers.”

Organisers argue that the workshop will provide an invaluable opportunity for networking and a platform for mentorship by renowned film directors, producers, financiers, script writers, legal luminaries, and actresses in the industry, at no cost to the beneficiaries.

There will be discussions on issues like sexual harassment, talent development, and other salient challenges women go through in the film industry. The one-day workshop will also feature break out and mentoring sessions as well as speeches on a wide range of topics, like how to break into the industry, personal comportment, style, and everything in between.

Speakers at the workshop include film director and writer, Amaka Igwe; award winning actresses Kate Henshaw Nuttall and Joke Silva,  and Ifeoma Williams, an image consultant; and Sandra Oyewole, a Partner at Oyewole & Co, among others.

Speaking with one of the speakers at the workshop on the telephone yesterday, the person of Kate Henshaw Nuttall, ' the workshop was really fantastic, it went well and was such an interesting programme that people people did not even bother about the time. Hopefully, the workshop will be holding more often...she said, with a lot of excitement in her.

Temple Productions has been at the forefront of pioneering innovations in the film industry. The company recently signed a partnership agreement with a South African-based production company, to help enhance its output. It is now working with international film consultants to reinvigorate the Nigerian film industry with modern equipment and value added services. Temple Productions aims to produce internationally acceptable films in Nigeria.