Celebrity Babies Born in 2015

2015 aside being a year for weddings was also a year of baby boom in the entertainment industry, JAB prays that the joy their new bundles brought into their home will remain permanent.

1. Mavin Records first lady Tiwa Savage and Manager Tee Billz welcomed a baby boy on the 22nd of July 2015.

2. Nollywood actress Uche Jombo and Kenny Rodriguez welcomed a baby boy on the 28th of May 2015

3. Nollywood Actress Ufuoma and Steve McDermott welcomed a baby girl on the 8th of August 2015

4. Nollywood Actress Stephanie and Idahosa Linus welcomed a baby boy on the 24th of October 2015.

5. Nollywood Actress Ashionye and Carl Raccah welcomed a baby girl on the 14th of August 2015

6. Mavin Records Singer Dr Sid and Simi Osomo welcomed a baby girl on the 15th of May 2015

7. Nollywood Actress Mary Remmy and her husband the CEO of Iroko TV Jason Njoku welcomed baby girl on the 24th of August 2015

8. Nigerian Musician Davido and Sophie Momodu welcomed a bay girl on the 15th of May 2015

9. Nollywood Actor I.K Ogbonna and Sonia Morales welcomed a baby boy on the 20th of June 2015

10. Karen Igho and Rakos welcomes a baby boy on the 4th of July

11. Nollywood Actor Jim Iyke and Dana Kinduryte welcomed a baby boy on the 1st of September 2015

12. Nigerian Musician Olamide and Adebukumni Aisha welcomed a baby boy on the 30th of January 2015

13. Nigerian Singer Omawumi and Tosin Yusuf welcomed a bay boy on the 18th of July 2015

14. Nigerian Musician Flavour and Ex-MBGN Anna Banner welcomed a baby girl in August 2015

15. Nollywood Actress Mercy Johnson and Prince Okolie welcomed a baby girl on the 11th of December 2015

Celebrity Weddings 2015

2015 recorded a very large amount of Celebrity weddings, mostly from Nollywood and JAB Celebrates with all the beautiful couples and wishes them a very blissful married life.

1. IK Ogbonna and Sonia Morales

Nollywood Actor got married to his Colombian belle Sonia Morales on the 29th of June 2015 in Belgrade, Serbia.

2. Susan Peters

Nollywood Actress Susan Peters got married to her Dutch beau on the 10th of October 2015.

3. Tchidi Chikere and Nuella Njubigbo

Nollywood Director Tchidi Chikere and actress Nuella had their registry wedding on the 2nd of December which is also their daughter's birthday.

4. Collette Orji and Michael Ugo

Nollywood Actress Collette Orji tied the knot with her beau Michael Ugo on the 25th of July 2015.

5. Ivie Okujaye and Ezie Egbo

 Nollywood Actress Ivie Okujaye married her best friend Ezie on the the 18th of April 2015.

6. David Ogbue and Juliet Odihirin

 Nollywood Actor David Ogbue married his sweetheart Actress/Make-up Artist Juliet Odihirin on the 15th of August.

7. Seun Kentebe and Amelia

Nollywood Actor Seun Kentebe finalised the wedding rites to his sweetheart Amelia on the 7th of August 2015 after the registry wedding on the 9th of January 2014.

8. Blossom Chukwujekwu and Maureen Ezissi

Nollywood actor Blossom Chukwujekwu married Fashion designer Maureen Ezissi on the 19th of November 2015.

 9. Damilola Adegbite and Chris Attoh

Tinsel Couple made their TV life become reality by officially getting married on Valentine day, th 14th of February 2015 in Ghana.

10. Tonto Dikeh and Churchill Oladunni

 Nollywood Actress Tonto Dikeh got hooked by Churchill Oladunni on the 29th of August 2015 in Port Harcourt.

11. Omawunmi and Tosin Yusuff

 The Nigerian singer Omowunmi legalised her union with her sweetheart Tosin Yusuf on the 17th of January 2015 in Lagos.

12. Paul Okoye and Anita Isama

 After a grand traditional wedding in 2014, Paul Okoye of Psquare had a registry wedding with Anita Isama on the 22nd of January 2015.

 13. Dolapo Oni and Gbite Sijuade

Media Personality Dolapo Oni walked down the aisle with her prince charming, the son of the last Ooni of Ife on the 10th of October in London.

14. Gbenro Ajibade and Osas Ighodaro

 The beautiful actors, had a super big wedding. The traditional in Benin on the 20th of June 2015 and then all the way to New York for the white wedding that held on 4th of July.

 15. Chuddy K

 Nigerian Singer Chuddy K got married on the 9th of October 2015.

16. Mofe Duncan and Jessica Kakkad

Nollywood Actor Mofe Duncan legalised his union within long time sweetheart Jessica Kakkad on the 22nd of August 2015.


17. Mimi Orjiekwe and Charles Billion

On the 18th of July, Nollywood actor married the beautiful Nollywood actress Mimi Orjiekwe.

 18. Lilian Esoro and Ubi Franklin

Actress Lilian Esoro married Ubi Franklin on the 1st of November 2015.

19. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Cynthia Obianodo

Media Personality Ebuka married his sweetheart Cynthia on the 3rd of October 2015.

New Short Film Alert: Victor Negro's 'Suicide for Sale'

Victor Negro releases his short film 'Suicide for Sale' online. Written and  Produced by Victor Negro, Directed by Victor Negro and Olu Alvin, it featured Michael Adejonwo, ife Owosuna, Sydney Uzor, Emmanuel Obioma and Chigozie Otuka.
Synopsis:
A frustrated young man wills to die. The moment of willful self-murder births a thought to use the same instrument of death to smile back to life. But unfortunately, it wasn't as it was.
Watch it Below:


suicide for sale from Victor Negro on Vimeo.

New Short Film Alert: Yemi Jolaoso's 'Abducted'

Yemi Jolaoso has released his much talked about short film ABDUCTED which features veteran actor Femi Branch and fast rising actor Monica Friday. Produced and Directed by Yemi Jolaoso, written by Akin Harrison.
'Abducted' tells the story about how a lady called Bola's (Monica Friday) trip was cut short when she ends up being kidnapped by a mysterious man disguised as a taxi driver (Femi Branch). She soon realises this is not just for ransom, what her captors want is her life.
Watch the Full Short Below:

Introducing my Guests on the Show today the 26th of December 2015

Season Greetings my esteemed readers, Happy Boxing Day....Today to celebrate Christmas we will be featuring the amazing cast and crew of the movie 'PROJECT MOUNDS', Written by Paul Utomi, Produced by Paul Utomi, Tope Tedela and Vanessa Nzediegwu, Associate Producer Owen Nzediegwu, Directed by Vanessa Nzediegwu, D.O.P Tunji Akinsehinwa, It stars Michelle Dede, Ebele Okaro, Paul Utomi, Tope Tedela, Ken Erics, Kiki Omeili, Okey Uzoeshi, Odenike and Vanessa Nzediegwu.
Synopsis:
Twenty Four hours, Nine people and one dinner - A happily married (disturbed woman) and her pregnant sister in-law are forced to deal with the fallout of a quite alarming instance of domestic violence abuse. On one fateful day, they are unwittingly thrust into the centre of an incident that could have far reaching consequences and a potentially negative effect on their lives ad well as those of their loved ones and family.
Please join our live studio conversation at 1pm with the amazing cast and crew of 'Project Mounds' (+1GMT) on www.igrooveradio.com or http://v6.player.abacast.net/preview/1095 to listen to our interesting chat.

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Happy Holidays and remember to put a smile on somebody's face today...Cheers

Merry Christmas Everyone

JAB wishes all our awesome readers a very very Merry Christmas Celebration and a Prosperous 2016 in Advance...Put a smile on Someone's face today...Cheers 

Must Watch Stage Performances this Holiday

Compliments of the Season, this holiday season as events are happening everywhere everyday, there are some you can't afford to miss!
Below are 3 stage performances that you must see with your friends and family:
1. HEAR WORD! Naija Woman Talk True
HEAR WORD is an exhilarating piece of performance art that combines artistry, social commentary and true-life stories of inequality and transformation, delivered by some of Nigeria's most talented actresses Taiwo Ajai-Lycett, Joke Silva, Kate Henshaw, Bimbo Akintola, Omonor, Elvina Ibru, Ufuoma Mcdermott, Zara Udofia, Lala Akindoju, Rita Edwards, Debbie Ohiri and Odenike.
Shows are from 24th to 27th of December 2015 at the mason Centre, Onikan , Lagos.
You can get your tickets from Terra Kulture, Quintessence, Jazz Hole and online from Afritickets and Jumia.

2. Wakaa The Musical
If you saw Saro The Musical you don't want to miss this one!!! Wakaa The Musical is a play about the trails, successes and experiences of six young graduates with varied background, a wager between them after graduation has a twist when the realities of life and the folly of their choices hit them. Eventually they reunite. Coming full circle. The story reveals the struggle and challenges young people face in the present day Nigeria and abroad. 100% Loaded to entertain all fun seekers in Lagos this December.
Shows are from 30th December 2015 to 3rd of January 2016 at the Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos Island.
Tickets are sold at Terra Kulture and online from Afritickets.

3. Kakadu The Musical
Due to Popular demands Kakadu returns! Kakadu The Musical is an exciting and spectacular musical play on love, conflict, friendship and tragedy. It is an exciting inspirational and moving experience that uses Kakadu, the famous nightclub of the sixties as a backdrop for an era, which gave birth to wonderful music and the distinctive social life that followed the birthing of a young nation. It reaches boundaries never before attempted and does so in the most captivating way, blending different genre of music and national consciousness and development on the one hand and exciting dance and intense drama on the other hand.
Shows are from the 29th to 30th of December 2015 and 1st to 3rd of January 2016.
You can get tickets online from Afritickets.

Winners at the In-Short International Film Festival 2015

The IN-Short International Film Festival 2015 held at Four Point by Sheraton, Victoria Island, Lagos and it was attended by so many prestigious filmmakers, actors and movie lovers like Richard Mofe-Damijo - RMD, Mahmood Balogun, Rogers Ofime, Mykel Parish, Chioma Ude the Founder and Executive Director of AFRIFF, Stanlee Ohikhuare, Kiki Omeili, Emeka Ossai, Judith Audu, Uduak-Obong Patrick,
It was a one of a kind award ceremony this year as the winner of Best Film and Best Director walked away with more than just an award plaque but a deal worth millions. Richard Mofe-Damijo - RMD offered to star for free in the winners next production, Kingsley Ogoros Studio offered free camera for 7 days, Nevile Ossia offered to Produce, Sylvya Oluchy, Judith Audu, Stan Nze and a host of other actors also offered to act for free in the winners next movie. The Best Director was offered an all expenses paid trip to Berlin for the next Berlinale and the President of African Film Consortium, Mykel Parish offered an all expenses paid trip to Kigali, Rwanda, says the Founder of the In-Short International Film Festival, Mr. Victor Okhai.
JAB says a very big congratulations to all the winners and filmmakers that got their movies screened.
Below are the list of nominees and winners at the Festival.

Nominees and Winners

1. Best Film

Nominees: 

                   Life of a Nigerian Couple

                   Blood Taxi

                   Sister Oyo

                   Deluded 

Winner: BLOOD TAXI

2. Best Directing

Nominees: 

                  Life of a Nigerian Couple

                  Blood Taxi

                  Sister Oyo

                  Deluded

Winner: LIFE OF A NIGERIAN COUPLE

3. Best International Film

Nominees: 

                  On the Road

                  Sister Oyo

                  A Good job

                  Just a Friend

Winner: SISTER OYO

4. Best Documentary

Nominees: 

                  Muzuka

                  Irizo

                  Idim Ikot Ekpe

Winner: IRIZO - BOITSHOKO AMOGELANG JEREMIA

5. Best Actor

Nominees: 

                  Okey Uzoeshi - Life of a Nigerian Couple

                  Sunny Dales Emokpae - Keko

                  Kolade Shasi - Blood Taxi

Winner: OKEY UZOESHI - LIFE OF A NIGERIAN COUPLE

6. Best Actress

Nominees: 

                  Racheal Emem Isaac - Seeing Betrayal

                  Kiki Omeili - Deluded

                  Bisola Aiyeoya -Life of a Nigerian Couple

                  Hannah Ojo - Last Act

Winner: KIKI OMEILI - DELUDED

7. Best Sound

Nominees: 

                  Deluded

                  Life of a Nigerian Couple

                  Blood Taxi

                  Sister Oyo

Winner: SISTER OYO

8. Best Costume

Nominees: 

                  IJ316

                  Hunting the Hunter

                  Veronica Pieces

                   Sister Oyo

Winner: Veronica Pieces

9. Best Soundtrack

Nominees: 

                  On the Road

                  Hunting the Hunter

                  Igbeyawo

                  A Good Job

Winner: IGBEYAWO

10. Best Production Design

Nominees:

                  IJ316

                  Keko

                  Sister Oyo

                  Hunting the Hunter

Winner: IJ316

11. Best Cinematography

Nominees: 

                  Deluded

                  Sister Oyo

                  Blood Taxi

                  A Good job

Winner: DELUDED

12. Best Screenplay

Nominees: 

                   Life of a Nigerian Couple

                  Aisha's Story

                  Deluded

                  Sister Oyo

Winner: LIFE OF A NIGERIAN COUPLE

13. Best Edit

Nominees: 

                  Blood Taxi

                  Life of a Nigerian Couple

                  Deluded

                  Sister Oyo

Winner: BLOOD TAXI

14. Best Visual/Special Effects

Nominees:

                  IJ316
                  Target
                  Keko
                  Unexpected

Winner: TARGET

Introducing my Guest on the Show Today the 19th of December 2015

Compliment of the season amazing listeners/readers from all over!!! Today on the show as usual we will be having another very fantastic actor, arguably one of the best from Nigeria. She made people fall in love with her after winning the 3rd Amstel Malta Box Office Reality Show (AMBO) 2007, in 2009 she was nominated for AMAA Most Promising Actress, in 2014 nominated ZAFAA Best Supporting Actress, e.t.c. She has featured in several Movies and TV Series like: The Visit, Cindy's Notes, Tales of Eve 4, Conversations at Dinner, Knock Knock, Lekki Wives 3, Lies Men Tell, 4Play, Emerald 1, Calabash, Kiss and Tell, 7th Commandment, House girl Lover, e.t.c
Her name is Bayray McNwizu from Nigeria.
Please join our live studio conversation at 1pm (+1GMT) on www.igrooveradio.com or http://v6.player.abacast.net/preview/1095 to listen to our interesting chat.

You can find Bayray on Facebook Via: https://www.facebook.com/BH.licious?fref=ts
Follow her on Instagram: @eberechukwubayraymcnwizu
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You can also find us and like our page via: https://www.facebook.com/MeettheActorwithJudithAudu
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Have a very fantastic weekend.

New Short Film Alert: Tolu Ajayi's 'The Encounter'

Trina Studios releases the short film that got every one talking and made a statement at the African International Film Festival 2015 by winning the Best Short Film. 'The Encounter' is Produced by Ekene Mekwunye, Directed by Tolu Ajayi, Screenplay by Egbemawei Dimiyei Sammy and Frederick Obiora Anyaegbunam, Orginal Story by Henry Onyema, D.O.P Adekunle 'NODASH' Adejuyigbe, Production Design by Uche Nwaohiri, It stars Amara Onoh, Stan Nze, Gregory Ojefua, Henry Nwachukwu, Ezekiel Kayode, e.t.c.
The Encounter: Set in 1967 during the Nigerian civil war, an imprisoned Emmanuel Ifeajuna is summoned by Biafran Commander-in-Chief General Emeka for one last conversation, one last encounter. Based on the original short story 'The Encounter' by historian, Henry Onyema.
Watch it Below: