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HF Hell In CELEBRATING AFRICAN ENTERTAINMENT Heaven’s VOLUME 1, EDITION 1. GATEOh No, ROCKERSYou vsDIDN’T!! FAKERS : SPOTTING THE DIFFERENCEBIGBROTHERAFRICA:CHANGINGLIVES?STREETTRENDZ:SOUTH AFRICANSTYLEAFRICAN INIThceVNe APseSri&InOceN ₦700 ₵9.1920TOP $30.269 R44.099Gone With £2.7650 $4.33THEWIND?The NTA Story BEAUTY BEYOND THE EYES - FASHION LOOKS FOR FALLAFRICAN BIG BRANDS & ENTERTAINMENT - THE CORRELATION!HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

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HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

Inside EditorialVOLUME 1, EDITION 1. EDITOR Akudo AbengoweCOVERS PROJECT COORDINATOR18. Nse: Myke PamHere comes the SENIOR STAFF WRITERDivaQuintessential Patrick Chilaka STAFF WRITER50. Ice Prince: Aisosa Okundaye PHOTOGRAPHYTInhe vzaamasnicion Ibraheem Tiamiyup18SUB COVERS IT Tunde Ariyo-Mayowa34. DJ Zeez: GRAPHIC DESIGNPCoiseod nTo quer Ubi Demus Odemaina86. Anne Emmanuel BUSINESS DEV EXECUTIVE Chioma UdensiMusicIbrahim: Fusing Love & SALES p34 Bose Aruwajoye ADMINISTRATION ACCOUNTS Morenikeji Sadare ADMIN Bola Agbaje SOLICITOR TRLP Law HF MAGAZINE Plot 39, Block 81, Chief Collins Uchiduino, Off Fola Osibo St, Lekki Phase 1 Lagos, Nigeria. HF Magazine is published monthly by WPSL. Reproduction of this magazine in whole or part is prohibited. [email protected] hf_magazine hfmagazine hfmagazine hfmagazine www.hfmagazineonline.com p866 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

REGULARS31. Reality TV Africa 77 - 83. HF Specials 41 - 44. E-Africa12. Box Office84. Gone With The Wind? p1214. 30 Minutes With ....30. Random Musings16. Brand New90. Power Couples92. Rockers vs Fakers: SpottingThe DifferenceREVIEWS p5937. Movie: The Single And Married26. Music: Once Upon A Time89. Soap: Kamson And Neighbours45. TV: Video Boom And Cinema DoomFASHION p16 p5028. HF Lifestyle p9059. HF Insert 7HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.94. Street trendz Africa96. African Super Brands p74 And Entertainment: The Correlation p28

HF EDITORIAL TEAM MYKE PAMOKUNDAYE AISOSA PROJECT COORDINATORSTAFF WRITER Myke Pam is a dreadlock Rasta man, Reggae musician, musicAisosa known as a ‘funny guy’, an international producer and a creative visual director with years experiencestudies and diplomacy graduate, who is very spanning movies, musical videos, documentaries, docu-dramas,passionate about journalism. He enjoys free-lance television commercials, sitcoms, pageantry and biopics. Awriting, a good hang-out, dancing and swimming. journalist of repute, and a 3 time national publicity secretaryOtherwise, he can be a sarcastic person and has of the Performing Musicians’ Employers Association of Nigeria-low tolerance for lazy people. The love of his life PMAN, he can be best described as an unassuming creativeis…yeah…keep reading HF magazine and you just powerhouse, having worked directly or indirectly with most ofmight find out. #SHINES TEETH# the biggest names in the Nigerian entertainment and creative industries. A prolific reader, happliy married with two kids and an unrepentant pan-Africanist. AKUDO ABENGOWE EDITOR Akudo is a multiple award winning writer, who has tried her hands on scriptwriting, event planning and TV presenting. Focused and determined to succeed in life, Akudo is spurned by any creative challenge. Believing in the HF dream, she is passionate about making a difference in entertainment journalism genre. Her biggest ambition is to become a published author. Her favorite quote is ‘life is full of surprises; you have to try and blend in at all times’ UBI DEMUS ODEMIANA MAYOWA TUNDE-ARIYO CREATIVE ARTIST IT ADMINISTATOR Demus is a strong minded creative Mayowa is a quiet outgoing person who isartist with many creative designs to his crazy about music, movies and all forms of credit. He encapsulates a humorous, entertainment. A graduate of Lagos State University, he likes fun people and reads a lot. His dependable, selfless and caring personality not failing to mention an dislikes are boredom and lies.eccentric part of him mostly associated with artist/ creative minds. With a B. PATRICK CHILAKA A. in Fine and Applied Arts, Demus SENIOR STAFF WRITERbelieves that he is separate from most Patrick is a masters degree wielding journalist with 11 years experience spanning three artists professionally by the quote media houses. For him, work is fun and also“graphic art is very simple, that is why a means of livelihood. His biggest dream is toit is so complicated”. He loves to laugh make international fame with HF Magazine. and hates dis-honesty and lies. He is His favorite quote:’ Never stop believing’. married and completely sold out in dedication to his loving wife and son. IBRAHIM TIAMIYU PHOTOGRAPHER Ibrahim is a professional photographer whose wealth of experience can be gleaned from his numerous celebrity and action orientated shots. As a freelance photographer, he has worked with St Eve’s Magazine as an in-house photographer and some events organizations. Ibrahim’s dedication and sense of duty remains his most endearing8 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1. attributes. Nicknamed ‘Haykins’ by friends, Ibrahim loves playing football and reading.

GUEST LIST OLUMIDE OGUNTIMEHIN Olumide Oguntimehin is a seasoned entertainment writer and artiste manager spanning years in the Nigerian media industry. He has worked with Splendor International Magazine etc. he likes to be addressed as ‘an entertainer’. Olumide has deep passion for writing especially entertainment related stories and continues to push the boundaries in the new genre of journalism. He totally loves music, movies and dancing.ELOMIE OTOTOBOR TOKS FAHM-AJAYIElomie Geraldine Otobor is a stylist and former Toks Ajayi is a US based Nigerian entrepreneur andstyle editor of Complete Fashion magazine. The owner of tressesbytoks, which provides authenticEdo born happily married lady loves fashion with a premium human hair for the sophisticated andpassion and has styled many celebrities in Nigeria. chic African woman. This wife and mother of twoShe also runs a personal business and can give you educates us more on hair and hair extensions in hera great fashion tip even if woken from deep sleep. article.Her article and styling for the celebrities andmodels in the magazine are testament to her vast SHAMSUDEEN ABDULknowledge of fashion. Shamsudeen Adeiza Abdul, a native of Okene, Kogi state, is a published author, program producer, editor and a one time deputy director of Nigeria Film Corporation Jos. He has social conscious books such as, The Wailing Masses, The Campus Freaks, The Extremists, The Cradle of Film, The El-Rufai Revolution in Abuja, Goodluck Nigeria and several television screenplays to his credit. Shamus as he is popularly called, has deep passion for writing and is always eager to put his creative energy to work. His articles for this issue of HF Magazine are educating but at same time reflective in its frankness. Shamus is married with children, wildly travelled and a very jolly good fellow. 9HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

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HFFrom The EditorAfrica,MAy fricaremember watching the movie 2012 featuring Nigeria’s Chiwetel Ejiofor two years ago, where the ship landed in Africa after the destruction of earth and Africa was called the New Civilization. I felt goose bumps on my body as it dawned on me that Africans are yet to realize our potentials, and how much the world needs our beam in their otherwise seeming darkness. A peek into history shows that ancient Egypt was among the first civilizations in the world, and where is Egypt located, in Africa. ThisImeans that Africa has so much to offer the world and it’s about time we rose to the occasion. To each his own then, in our efforts to make a change, each individual will use what we have to achieve same goal. Sofor us who have strong interest in entertainment, we will use what we have to get whatwe want. It’s all about taking our place in the exalted committee of nations.After series of meetings, months of planning and brainstorming sessions, the magazinethat you have in your hands, High Flyers (HF) was born. Trust me, it wasn’t an easy feat,because the vision we have and the mission we intend to achieve is huge. And it’s gonnaget more challenging as the months roll by, but I can assure you that, the HF team isready to make the difference in African entertainment journalism and do it like it hasnever been done on this continent.Why entertainment? You may ask. Entertainment is arguably one of the biggest exportin Africa. We have African songs being remixed and danced to around the wold. Wehave international celebrities doing collabos with African music artistes and theyeven sign them to their record labels. We have Hollywood actors and directors addingtheir qouta to African movies. Needless to say entertainment personalities, are thebiggest influencers and opinion makers and that is why major brands use them as theirambassadors, to win consumers interests and patronage.Entertainers can also be called seers, as they foresee the future. A Fela Kuti, for example Akudo Abengowewill be rolling in his grave today, because all his political forecasts of yester years hascome to pass. I was at a concert recently where Daddy Showkey boasted that everythinghe ever predicted about Nigeria and some other African nations are happening currentlyand can you blame him. For my generation, I can do a head count of those who canrecount the national anthems and pledges of their respective countries without a pausein-between to remember the lines. It is even worse for the younger generation, whopractically know the names of all songs, movies and reality shows without much asremembering the names of the different countries in Africa, talk more of their capitalsand heads of government.Back to HF magazine before I bore you with African politics. HF Magazine is a pan [email protected] Magazine whose mission is to celebrate African entertainment and eventually hf_magazinebring positive international acclaim to this talent-filled continent. I don’t want to give hfmagazinetoo much away, I can only say flip through the pages and you will be amazed at our hfmagazinecollection of African stories, interviews and articles. Our fashion and beauty pages are hfmagazineto die for. I daresay we are the first of its kind and we intend to remain so. www.hfmagazineonline.comLet us celebrate Africa the High Flyers way. Keep a date with us next month.Until then, I remain Akudo Abengowe. 11HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.Nuff said.

HFBOXOFFICE NPPPTSRARRIACOEOMLKMDEDEESUIUTEOCRRCPFEEETRRTMIDIOU:ZOAUNRETVc:NEBhIS:ENeU::1DJJNDou,GAolm5yEtM0,bTv20oA:e0-UGrR1ynoE1kidmnropigwruenesszive AFRICA Compiled By Aisosa Okundaye. Words By Myke Pam HF Magazine Box Office is Africa’s premier movie Box Office directory. Working in association with reputable producers, film makers and cinemas around the continent, we aim to present the most authentic catalogue of standard feature films and home videos made in Africa or in the Diaspora by Africans. The criteria for adjudging these works are based on the stories/plots, picture and sound quality, directorial/acting proficiency as well as the financial returns from the cinemas where these films are screened. This first edition’s compilation looks at the records of two major Nigerian Cinemas, Silverbird and Genesis Deluxe. STPPPNAIRCRRLAOEKOEMMESDDTIEUREUPRCEOCRTETEFIUIZDRORME:ANN:LOTNoSEBVn::1UzIND,EoD5e:oGNc0At e0iNzEmmeTCp:bkHUwreeOnresks1Rniv0oBe,wA2nB0Y10 NAME OF MOVIE: A WEEKEND GETAWAY PRODUCER: Emem Isong PREMIERE DATE: April 23, 2013 PRODUCTION BUDGET: Unknown TICKET PRIZE: N1, 500 SALES RETURNS: Financially rewarding (exact figure unknown)PPPNRRRAOEOMMDDEIUEUROCCETEFIDROM:ANKOTuEBVn:UlIFeEDe: AbGTuHfEoaETlra:yFnIGy6a,Un2R0IN0E9N50,000,000.00TICKET PRIZE: N1, (Fifty Million Naira) 500SALES RETURNS: financially NAME OF MOVIE: LAST FLIGHT(exact figure unknown) rewarding TO ABUJA PRODUCER: Obi Emelonye PREMIERE DATE: August 3, 2012 NPPPSSRRARAAOEOMLLMEEDDESSIUEUOORCRCEFEEFTTRDIMUOT:AIOROCNTNKVEbBS:EIiEU:TJE:a:ADmMNnvGeue1IlRaEro,RaTrn5y:Ogy0£ee1R02l4yB5,Or02e,Y00ce10i10ved PRODUCTION BUDGET: Unknown TICKET PRIZE: N1,500 SALES RETURNS: Not Very impressive12 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HFNAME OF MOVIE: MR. AND MRS.PRODUCER: Chinwe EgwagwuPREMIERE DATE: December 2, 2011PRODUCTION BUDGET: UnknownSALES OF TICKET: N1, 500SALES RETURNS: Well received STPPPAINRCRRLOAEKOEMMSEDDTIUEREUPECROCRTETEUIFIZDORREM:AN:NETONSmEBV:1:eUIFI,mmEDe5:pbG0IIsr’rL0oeEuLnTsas:gTriUvAyenK2kE4nMo, w2Y0nC1H2ANCES NAME OF MOVIE: MY LIFE MY NAME OF MOVIE: THE CONTACT DAMAGE PRODUCER: Yvonne Okoro PRODUCER: Uche Jombo Rodriguez PREMIERE DATE: December 28, 2012 PREMIERE DATE: March 1, 2013 PRODUCTION BUDGET: Unknown PRODUCTION BUDGET: Unknown TICKET PRIZE: N1, 500 TICKET PRIZE: N1, 500 SALES RETURNS: Impressive SALES RETURNS: UnimpressiveNAME OF MOVIE: PHONE SWAPPRODUCER: Kunle AfolanyonPREMIERE DATE: March 17, 2012(PeRxOacDtUfiCgTuIrOeNunBkUnoDwGnE)Te: sNti6m0a,t0e0d0,000.00TICKET PRIZE: N1, 500SALES RETURNS: FNinAaMncEiaPOPlRlPRyFOREMrOMDeOwUDISEaAVCURrTICLEdEIETEO:iDSInRCCgNA:RKHTFEBEEErTATUa:UTnD2PREk4GRRNtRIhSEZaSTM:(Ej:Ba:iamUOhNynpOA1k2rrn,eK0ao5s11ssw0e)i3vn0eAccording to Mr. Bayo, a staff of Silverbird Cinemas, “It is the mentality of Nigerians to pick foreign based movies over Nigerian and Africanproductions at the cinemas. Another factor responsible for the low patronage of Nollywood/African pictures at cinemas is the fact that Nigerians arewilling to wait till such movies are aired on cable television or commercially released before they endeavor to see the works.Also speaking in the same vein, Mr. Sunday Godwin a staff of Genesis Deluxe Cinemas opined that “tickets of foreign movies sell more thanindigenous ones here and a high percentage of the patronage comes from women and children.” He added that most times, the staffers have toconvince people who come to the cinema to watch indigenous movies. He concluded by saying that out of every 100 cinema patrons, only 20 wouldsee African movies. 13HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF 30 MINUTES WITH... CHRIS UBOSI CEO MEGALETRICS LTD STILL PASSIONATE LOVEABOUT HIS FIRST Words By Myke PamAdpeisrtpafeolclstihitoiuonnnaknwwdhiatihnchuanbkaenslsaiuecsmk itfnhoger bulk of its listenership. Of course,many giant strides he has taken it can be distinguished by the kindto complete a triple media of music that is played on thelap, a truly tremendous feat platform. Naija FM on its own partmyianeneadddruissattrerixyup.mmeWrapinehinathgcieenmwianeenllbstar,ootvuaeCrdrahcta2resid0st is a station that infuses comedy inUbosi the head honcho of their programming and presentationMegaLetrics Limited, the style, which is very unique. It is alsoOperators of Beat 99.9 FM, a station for all Nigerian languagesNiFCnMlidagiesgsr1iei0cna2)o9.u77iss,.3(rhtaohFdnrMieeoestlsasytpnaeldtciivioaiNnnlisagzieijindat and slangs. It is a true Nigerian FM.up and making his dreams We are indeed very happy with ourolAccehofbtmasoentpuegpsootwirrnwuettuieotan.hhniIitdsnieasMHm.thyFaiks’zesinePxgacAmwluk,osurihdvldoee modest achievements.The Radio And I My BroadcastMegalectrics primarily operates in the broadcast sector, running the Beat MediaFm, Classic Fm and Naija FM. All of them are specialized stations that caterfor specific audience and interests. We are also consultants for other private Challengesbroadcast stations, as well as for states and federal governments. The major challenges that we experience are mostly the same issues affecting other sectors of the economy. We have challenges with power supply; we are running 24 hour stations and have to be on air for 24 hours daily, and of course we need electricity to achieve that. But that is nowhere to be found, so we depend on diesel to operate. If I add what I spend on diesel to my profit, I will indeed be very happy. Most times when I tell people how much we spend on diesel per annum, they find it very hard to believe. It is far more than what some companies earn as gross profit per annum.Because we ensured we did lots of researches before we started, we were able Security is also another major challenge we face. We are very close to Obalende,to fill the gaps we discovered in the market, which is one of the reasons why and this is because we love being close to our people, but when a minor riotClassic FM is in a world of its own. Classic FM is the home of classic sounds of broke out some time ago some hoodlums broke into the station and vandalizedyester-years while Beat FM is the most popular amongst the youth who form the our properties.14 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

We also spend a lot of money training and molding our staff to the level of HFcompetence needed to attain our set goals. I always tellWe in Megalectrics don’t believe we are competing only with people in Nigeria people to be theonly but our international counterparts. We are very strong on the web; we have best they can inapplications for IPods, Blackberry phones, I-phones and android phones. Half of anything they do.our listeners are based abroad, we are trying to meet the international practiceand standards. So we make sure our programs are world class. We have to spend 15HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.a lot of money on training and equipments. Worse still, because of the labourcrisis in Nigeria, you might invest heavily on a staff and he would decide to quitand go elsewhere at the end of the day.The issue of multiple-taxation is another challenge that can never be overemphasized. We are being taxed by the state governments, federal governmentand some other agencies of the government, and there are no clear laws on howthey operate.I know Lagos needs a lot of money but that should not be at the expense of thepeople who live in the state. There should be a bit of give and take approach toit.My PassionBroadcast media has always been my passion, so I am not here primarily for themoney. What propels me is the fact that you are able to help mold and changeopinions on the platform because when you are on radio, people listen to you. Ifyou say anything on air, your phone rings immediately. In the midst of crisis weare able to connect opinions and people compare opinions too. Obviously, I canmake more money doing something else, but unfortunately this has always beenmy first love. I don’t see myself leaving broadcasting.I also run a construction company as well but this is where I sit every morning.Because it gives me joy.Relaxing My WayI relax when I work because I find joy in what I do. I also believe that whatdoesn’t kill you makes you stronger.To me, work is not so much a stress that I have to step out to relax; I can do thatwhile at work too. And I like music a lot, my choice of music depends on mymood at any moment.Aside that, I love playing tennis a lot, that’s the only time work is out of my mindand I’m occupied with how best I can beat that man opposite me.What Life Has Taught MeI always tell people to be the best they can in anything they do.When some people look at me, they can’t help but envy my position, forgettingthe fact that I actually worked for someone for 23 years. My mates are managingdirectors in banks, senators and governors. You shouldn’t take a snap shot of thepresent situation because you don’t know what the person has passed throughbefore getting to the present position.The Ubosi FamilyI am happily married to Ijeoma Ubosi with three wonderful kids. I have fourbrothers and a sister. We lost our dad 17years ago but my mum is still alive andhealthy.Music And IMy taste in music is eclectic; it all depends on my mood. I listen to all kinds ofmusic. I can sing along to Sunny Ade, Fela Kuti, Bennie man and so many others.To me it’s all about the sound, even if I don’t understand the language. Music isa beautiful thing; it calms the nerves, soothes the soul and makes you happy. Ijust love music.

HF BRAND NEW ARTISTE: DAVIDO ARTISTE: WANDE COAL ARTISTE: ZAINA FEAT WAYNE MUSIC SONG TITLE: ROTATE WONDER Compiled By Aisosa Okundaye, Words By Myke PamSONG TITLE: SKELEWUCOUNTRY: NIGERIA SONG TITLE: TOTALLY YOURS RECORD LABEL: TMZ RECORD LABEL: MAVEN COUNTRY: NIGERIA/JAMAICA RECORDS COUNTRY: NIGERIA LABEL: SOUL MUZIK This former MO HITS and MAVEN This cross Atlantic musical marriages ‘Dami duro’ was the song that set the big ball, Records hit maker, the black boy between Nigeria and Jamaica is coming cash and recognition rolling for this tattoo with the voice, Wande Coal is kick- on the heels of a few other successfully loving songster. With unrelenting tenacity, ing up some dust after a musical consecrated marriage of similar leanings. Davido dropped the monster hit, ‘gobe’ lacuna. And this one is for the ladies The icing on this particularly tasty cake which went on to establish the young man is that the Jamaican Mr . W onder has as a hit-maker to watch. ‘One of a kind’, a like always. The song Rotate, a never done anything like this before with club-banger is vintage WC. Here is a Nigerian act. Totally Yours is a love song song modeled after the pulsating Jamaican hoping that this racy song will give that is guaranteed to touch that sensually reggae vibes finally cemented Davido’s claim Wande the much needed push in emotional part of you that is mostly to stardom. With it came endorsements, his quest to rotate aplenty! untouchable. Listen up! big stage shows and the works. This time, it is the heavy hitting party banger he aptly tagged “skelewu” that is burning up the dance floors everywhere you go. Any disk jockey that knows his game is busy slamming this jam right about now. Now, do you really wanna get rocking? Then listen up. This is the bomb! ARTISTE: DJ VETKUK VS ARTISTE: EEDRIS ABDULKAREEM ARTISTE: D’PRINCE FT DON JAZZY AND MAHOOTA FEAT DE MALINGA FT FEMI KUTI WANDE COAL SONG TITLE: VIA ORLANDO COUNTRY: SOUTH AFRICA SONG TITLE: TRIBUTE TO FELA SONG TITLE: JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND COUNTRY: NIGERIA MILE LABEL: Repping the rainbow nation RECRD LABEL: KENNIS MUSIC COUNTRY: NIGERIA where Madiba is still holding This special tribute song from the LABEL: MAVEN RECORDS sway are the irresistible duo lyrically hard hitting Lakreem egghead True to his time tested ill production skills, of Dj Vetkuk and Mahoota. In and widely acclaimed Mister Hip the don dada of the new generation Naija this one featuring Malinga, the Hop, Eedris Abdulkareem is truly beats and the president of the defunct head bumpers are at it again, long overdue. A song featuring the hit-making label Mo Hits, Don Jazzy lyrically making the ladies go woozy in king of Afrobeat, Femi Anikulapo Kuti teams up with his biological brother D’Prince the right places. A must listen celebrating the unforgettable originator and erstwhile label mate Wande Coal in this of that universal genre of music can journey of a thousand miles. This is hard for all the headies only be described as unputdownable. grinding musical journey that is definitely on the lookout for more pilgrims. Are you game? Check this out! ARTISTE: MAFIKIZOLO FT UHURU SOUTH AFRICA: KHONA COUNTRY: SOUTH AFRICA LABEL: KALAWA RECORDS A song that binds beautiful people with clearly divergent musical depth and style known as kwaito must definitely set the pulse of any musical curator racing, and this is exactly what is been served in the sumptuous musical buffet! Mafkizolo and Uhuru will keep you on your feet all night long with Khona. It is vintage South! 16 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HFCompiled By Aisosa Okundaye, Words By Akudo Abengowe HOUSE OF GOLD BY YVONNE FELIX, KING OF THE SAX; BY Brand New NELSON ROBERTA DURRANT Ghanian actress Yvonne Nelson is flying high, she Felix is a South African film with an all star cast. A Movies just released her third movie “House of Gold” which story of dreams, betrayals and family, watching the features a loaded cast of some of the best names trailer made us thirst for more. within the Nigerian film and music industry. Starring Dame Janet Suzman (from Nuns on the Run), Linda Sokhulu (from Isidingo and Generations) House of Gold is set against the background of Mr in her feature debut; and newcomer Hlayani Dab Ansah Williams life, a high flying entrepreneur/ Mabasa, its a film by Roberta Durrant. 14-year-old Felix Xaba dreams of becoming a jazz musician like his late father, Zweli, a famous saxophonist. His mother Lindiwe fears her son will indeed end up like his dad: a drunk who squandered business mogul, polygamist and socialite, who has HALF OF A YELLOW SUN BY BIYI BANDELE cancer with only 6 weeks to live according to his Nigerian novelist Chiamanda Adichie had cause doctors. He embarks on a mission to bring all his to shine again months back when her book “Half children back home – most of whom were born out Of A Yellow Sun” was adapted into a film and of wedlock with help from his legal representative. debuted with an official trailer online via the Toronto International Film Festival‘s website. With a second version of the trailer from the same film appearing on YouTube again, its only a matter of The re-union proves a little more than everyone his money in the taverns before drinking himself time before the main film is released for the viewing bargained for as each child returns with an agenda, to death. Lindiwe’s ambitions for her son exclude pleasure of fans who are waiting eagerly to see the setting the stage for the most hilarious and bizarre 7 jazz, which she bans from her home as ‘the devil’s movie. days of their lives, at the end they realize that there music.’ Felix gets scholarship at an elitist private is just too much for too many. Nigerian music stars school and defies his mother by turning to aging Ice Prince, Omawunmi and Idol 2 winner Mercy members of his father’s old band to help him Chinwo act alongside Ghanaian actors Majid prepare for the school jazz concert. Michel and Eddie Watson. They all had high flying roles in the movie. The movie is directed by Pascal Amanfo. TORN BY MOSES INWANG He tries to give a jazz fundraiser to reclaim his dad’s Half of a Yellow Sun” is directed by Biyi Bandele sax from a pawnshop. But his mother is appaled and stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Thandie Newton, Anika Torn was written, directed and produced by Moses by his actions and refuses to attend his event. Noni Rose, Nollywood stars Genevieve Nnaji, Gloria She eventaully changes her mind and attends the Young, Zach Orji, Onyeka Onwenu and Tina Mba. Inwang. The movie tells a psychological and concert. During the finale, Felix is overcome when Half of a Yellow Sun has been selected as the he sees his siblings dragging his mother into the Opening Night Gala Film for the Trinidad & Tobago emotional story of Ovu auditorium. He announces that there will be a Film Festival 2013. “surprise encore” dedicated to his late father, Tata and Nana who believe Zweli, and his mother Lindiwe, “who is only a little bit 17HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1. late.” they are married to the A trumpet sounds offstage. Felix leads the Bozza same man, Olumide. Boys onstage and they do a foot-stomping, show- stopping number, which gets even Mr. Murray It appears that one of and Mrs. Cartwright dancing in the aisle. When Felix does a star turn, Lindiwe ululates in the front the two friends is lying, row. She is at last a happy mama, and, like his father before him, Felix has become “king of the sax.” or possibly mentally Felix was shot in Cape Town, South Africa, written ill. A top psychologist by Shirley Johnston and produced by Penguin Films. The trailer for this film is already on YouTube begins unraveling with a launch date coming soonest. the truth behind the façade of a seemingly happy young couple and their perfect family friend. Torn is a story of friendship, love, and betrayal, which takes a look at mental illnesses in Nigeria. It stars actors like Iretilola Doyle, Joseph Benjamin, Monalisa Chinda, Bimbo Manuel, Julius Agwu and Femi Ogendengbe as some of the lead cast. The movie premiered on July 27th 2013.

HF N S 18 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1. E HERE COMES DivaTHE QUINTESSENTIAL Words By Myke Pam, Hair Style By Nse, Makeup By House Of TARA, Styled By Elomie Ototobor, Photogaphy By Moussa Moussa

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HF Jacket-EBI House of fashion Skirt – Hephzibah stores mad or angry, I just walk into a kitchen, be sure that I Earrings and neckpiece- Playtime would cook up something. In the middle of the night Jewellery when I cannot sleep, I go into the kitchen and cook Shoes- Nykaysflo boutique up something. If I am hanging out with friends and Brooch- Stylist’s wardrobe we are having a few drinks and we get bored, the stories are getting interesting, I would just get up straight to the kitchen and rustle up something”. A devout Catholic who gets Rosaries as gifts from some of her ardent Catholic fans, also avers that; “life is not full of roses, but when you achieve what it is that you plan to achieve, if you die along the line, then you lived well,” Nse is right now engrossed with two movies she has seen over and over again, The Gladiator and August Rush ‘because of their beautiful story lines’. Having warmed up totally to the HF crew and with the curtain about to be drawn on this exclusive interview, the questions now inevitably tilted towards her recently contracted marriage to a senior lecturer based in the United Kingdom; how they met, the grits, the chills and all the other juicy details that are inexorably entwined with such intimate affairs. In her own words; “I met him 21 years ago when we were teenagers, we grew up together as friends and worked in the same bank which is the Central Bank, so we were young friends who dated and now we are married. You see, there is no excuse not to marry your friend (laughs) because there are a lot of bible teachings on marriage as a whole and what is most piercing is that you are ordered to love, and then in friendship there is love. In friendship there can be hurt, but love never goes, in friendship there is still love that will never doubt you. Your friend will never think that you did not call me, so I am pissed at you, your friend is going to make an excuse for you, your friend is going to constantly see the good even in your bad, so that is what it is like to get married to your friend”. In conclusion, she expertly sieved out wanton materialism from true romance when she happily declared “I always say that for us, every day is valentine’s day, for us every day is Christmas, I think that is very romantic. It is not about him buying me stuff because in truth, money can buy you everything, but it is not going to buy you love, it is not going to buy you happiness, it is not going to buy you eternal joy. Yes, money is important in running your day to day activities, but I think just been himself, as loving and supportive as he has always been to me is more romantic than I can ever ask for”. As we said our goodbyes, we felt elated and at same time more knowledgable about this talented actor. That and her ‘easy like Sunday morning’ attitude effectively etched her in our minds’ eyes as a quintessential diva of no mean proportion. 24 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

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HFMUSIC REVIEWOnce Upon A Time Artiste – Tiwa Savage Album – Once Upon A Time Features – Flavour & Don Jazzy, Iceberg Slim, Sarkodie, General Pype RWRPuarnaoyndrdriuaencrgneErT“slOilmis–a,eDkS”–aouF0nec1elJd:1aWez8rz:4iy&ls,1oDHnea,lrSmBp,eoGlnlzoysMSpaaemgl oiukneBldosei, beat, Label – Maven Records, 323Entertainment Year – 2013 By Olumide Oguntimehin After a long awaited duration, Tiwatope Savage, a multi-talented Grammy award nominee, who became the soulful diva on the African scene in 2010, finally dropped her debut album Titled “Once Upon A time”. In this album, Tiwa Savage takes us on a fairy tale about love and other things. Before the album, Tiwa has released music singles such as ‘Kelekele Love and Without my Heart’, these songs managed to steal our hearts and kept us anticipating and almost begging for a complete album from the songstress. After several changes in release-dates, the debut album finally came to light, with 21 tracks and different genres, from gospel to afro beat and even techno. The album was released under Mavin Records and 323Entertianment’ and features 7 producers and 5 artistes. Here is the track-to-track review of the long awaited album; Track 1: “Once Upon A Time” this track enlightens us about the real “Tiwa Savage” and her journey into the music world. Track 2: “Wanted” Tiwa amazes us with this second track. Wanted is produced by western hit-maker ‘Warren “Oak” Felder’ who has worked with the likes of Rihanna, Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj and Alicia Keys etc. Track 3: “Ileke” this is an afro pop track dedicated to the ladies. And a pretty applause to every successful female in the Nigerian entertainment industry. This song easily gets the party started and will probably become a smash hit owing to its Gospel intoxicating drum dominated afro beat instrumentations; Tiwa gets her feminism started by urging females to shake their Ibadi (waist). She calls on prominent female figures (Linda Ikeji, Weird MC, Ita Giwa, Rita Dominic etc) to shake their waists. Track 4: “Middle Passage” this song is international and very catchy. This track shows Tiwa’s vocal abilities in a new light, highlighting her lower register.26 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HFTrack 5: “Olorun Mi” is a sober track what love sounds like, I would not mind falling pass mark for this wonderful and entertainingdedicated to the ones we’ve lost to the cold into it. album. She has proved it to everybody thathands of death. Savage sings a narrative song Track 16: Eji Ma Fia (feat. Trafic): The she has come to stay, win and conquer thewith rhythmic verses. Makosa tune shows the melodious side of entertainment world. Kudos also goes to allTrack 6: “Why Don’t You Love Me” A major Tiwa’s voice. This is one of the best tracks in the featured artistes and producers on themood swing as Tiwa Savage dares her man this album. It ends with a radio skit. album. Throughout one of her most vulnerableon ‘Why Don’t Love Me’? This song is well Track 17: Baby Mo (feat. Flavour): is an songs, Tiwa shows off her pitch perfect tonecomposed and I believe it will catch the Eastern-centric highlife track that gets people and vocal range. With hints of bluesy hornsattention of many ladies. to the dance floor. Tiwa and Flavour bring and sweeping drums, this album will strike youTrack 7: “Fela Interlude” This skit samples their magic to the scene once again. through the heart. And, as the final chorusFela Anikulapo Kuti’s Lady. And Tiwa gave Track 18: “Stand as one (feat. General Pype)” ends, you will melt as Tiwa belts out, “And ifthis track an R & B feel. this inspirational reggae song is a‘Spellz’ it ain’t you, then it’s just not worth it.”Track 8: “Love Me, Love Me, Love Me” No production. A motivational song that renewsdoubt since the track was released as a hope for the hopeless. I will classify it as “Tiwa’s odesingle, the track easily gave Tiwa out as a reggae gospel. to love isdiva who will soon rule the industry. ‘Love Track 19: “Thank You” a dedicated track to stripped downMe, Love Me, Love Me’ is heavy! There is no thank the Lord and those who contributed and a perfectdenying this diva the love and attention she to her success. Plunging deeper into the reminder of thedemands. Credit to Harmony Samuels. gospel genre is ‘Thank You’, Tiwa Savage is sincerity thatTrack 9: “Eminado (feat. Don Jazzy)” appreciative for God’s blessing and shows it in defined R&BEminado is a real African song. A very good a ‘praise’ ‘style. songs in thecollaboration with Don Baba. I can’t wait to 1990s.”hear this song in major clubs and air stations. The album ends with 2 bonus tracks; “WithoutTrack 10: “Folarin” Tiwa Savage never My Heart (feat. Don Jazzy)” and KeleKele:disappoints when it comes to mid-tempo pop (Tiwa Savage, Harmony Samuels) Tiwa’scandies and ‘Folarin’ is another sweet from signature song which catapulted the songbirdthe Maven crew, we highly recommend. Spellz to the top of the musical chain; ‘Kele Kele’ is“Magik Boi” provides a groovy siren-filled timeless.instrumentation and Savage layers her softvoice in a wande coal vocal style. Despite the slight release delay of the album,Track 11: “Oh Yeah (feat. Don Jazzy)” Tiwa Savage’s debut effort in the Nigerianproduced by Don Jazzy, this song has a funky market was worth the wait. On ‘Once Uponhouse feel. But I guess there is much on Tiwa A Time’ she strays from her traditional R&BSavage and Don Jazzy collaboration already. roots and tries her hands on new sounds.Track 12: “Shout out (feat. Iceberg Slim &Sarkodie)” She enlists the rap services of With the combination ofGhana’s finest Sarkodie and Iceberg Slim on different music genre, she hasthe ultra cool and classy party track, a smooth been able to produce an albumtrack with a hip hop infusion. that accommodates her songTrack 13: “Written All Over Your Face” A sexy writing and her pop ambitions.and romantic track for the mature mind, thissong is about…ahem…SEX, going down south While anyone with a heartto be precise. But I keep wondering what could blast this album withoutinspired her to write such amorous song. skipping a beat, “Love Me,Track 14: “Get Low” Apparently this song Love Me, Love Me” is theis dedicated to her man, TJ Billz. She sings obvious standout track of “Onceabout giving her man a pleasure that he had Upon A Time.” Tiwa’s ode tonever enjoyed before; this track delivers a love is stripped down and aglittering atmosphere that is almost like laying perfect reminder of the sincerityunder the stars beside a tree, just thinking. that defined R&B songs in theTrack 15: “Ife Wa Gbona (Leo Wonder)” Ife 1990s. The lyrics are simpleWa Gbona, an indisputably romantic song. It’s enough to let the emotion spilla good combination from Tiwa and Leo and out of the speakers and standan amazing production from SoSick. If this is on their own. I will give Tiwa a 27HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF TRFEANSDHIINOGNWordsbyAkudoAbengowe COLOUR SOCKS Who would have thought a time would come when men would be very interested in colours to even incorporate it in their outfits? Well, that time is now and men are rocking colours, particularly the colour socks. Bright purple, red, orange, yellow, Kelly green, turquoise, and royal blue are huge right now. Also light blue, light pink, and lilac fit the mood for most guys. You say socks, I say colours, dear men, enjoy the colours.. CROP TOP When I first heard that crop top was coming back into style, I put my gym shoes on and initiated a work out session, so I can rock this trend. But for those who don’t have flat abs, don’t panic. When worn correctly, crop tops can be cute and quite becoming. Especially if you follow some ground rules. DO: Rock crop tops with high-waist bottoms. DONT: Wear crop tops with low-rise bottoms. DO: Find the right crop top for your body. DON’T: Bras are not crop tops. They’re just not. Enough said. DO: Wear crop tops to the beach, dinner with your boyfriend, or a night out on the town. DON’T: Wear crop tops to work. DO: Be confident while wearing the crop top. LOAFERS “Loafer” as this low lace-shoe is called, is a must-have for any fashion forward man now. The loafer first appeared in fashion in mid-1930, but has greatly increased in popularity. It is now worn for a casual look with variants in cut, design and colours. It creates a classic yet refined look for the male who wants to wow admiring ladies. Though originally men’s shoes, some loafers are also worn by women. 28 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HFPANTY HOSEPantyhose is a sheer, close-fitting legwear, covering a girl’s body from the waistto the feet. It appeared in the 1960s, and was a great replacement for stock-ings. It is a hot fashion item now and something I would love to see Africanwomen wear more often than the regular tights or leggings.Pantyhose helps you to:1. Look attractive2. Ease chafing between the thighs, foot and the footwear3. Keep the legs and feet warm4. Hide blemishes, bruises, scars, hair, or varicose veinsLike it or not, this 1960’s urban fashion piece is hot as can be now. Try it andup your style. SUSPENDERS Suspenders are fabric or leather straps worn over the shoulders to hold up trousers, the straps may be elastic or an attachment. Another name for suspenders is garter belt. They are as old as the year 1820 and have undergone several changes since. Screen icon Larry King is one suspender wearing dude and has continually made bold statements with this aged yet modern fashion piece. Suspender trousers can also be used for a modern day androgynous look, creating a soft blend of Micheal Jackson and Chris Brown. With a suspender, a waist belt is not needed to complete the outfit.TURBANThe retro look is the new cool and so is theturban. The Turban became famous throughGuru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Guru of Sikhs,who wore it specifically to care for the hair,promote equality, and preserve the Sikhidentity.Turban is used as a head covering by manycultures and religions around the world. Butthe Turban is gaining grounds as a fashionpiece, as women now wear it with variousoutfits. Suits, jackets, jeans and casual outfitsare used to pull off a trendy yet chic look withthe Turban. Try one for yourself. The choice ofcolours is totally yours. 29HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF RANDOM brooding over his perceived rejection, a group of MUSINGS OF AN girls and boys recognized Anuk, the accomplished SJENUTERNTAKINMIEENTWithMykePam sporting hero and dashed in droves to mob him or tanding quietly by the Seeing my friends around, in spite of their noticeable something. Before you could say Anuk Nkwonwa, entrance of a popular wobbly steps occasioned by the enormous quantity about 6 of the fans were lying on the floor with the hangout on the island, of alcohol in their systems emboldened me, by 2 mulatto girls standing over them. It happened so with a half burnt stick boosting my confidence and adding some tons of fast that none of us apart from the sports star could of my favorite cigarette invincible muscles to my otherwise lean biceps and properly explain what just transpired. hanging loosely from torsos. Fuelled on by this newfound intensified vigor, After they were revived, we hurriedly left the place. my lips while waiting for I was too charged up to answer my friends; and so, My friend later confided in us that the girls are highly my fellow sojourners four pairs of eyes belonging to my two friends and trained body guards with specialized skills imported and hardcore night their female consorts followed my own, staring from Israel! That piece of info and the action film we witnessed firsthand effectively sobered my guy crawlers, Chappy and unflinchingly at the now immobile car. Dozzy, who pointedly made it a point of duty to avoid the girls for the duration of our time together. Dozzy to join me on our “That was when quest to seek out the latest fun-spot in town. Obviously, the guys in the car must have seen the it dawned on me. spectacle unfolding in front of the car, and in my Coming straight at me with outstretched I wasn’t actually eavesdropping, but I scooped the mind’s eye were also getting ready for an inevitable arms and a beaming smile, dressed in info when I overheard another legendary night showdown. So primed was I for the impending what seemed like crawler whisper the name and location of this ‘best showdown that when the four doors of the car flung dazzling million dollar attire was thingy around’ as he called it, to a very beautiful open, seemingly at the same time, I made ready to my bossom friend, one of Africa’s most girl sitting across my table inside the club earlier. fly off my saddle to draw the first blood a la John decorated and loved What really caught my attention was how he Rambo in First Blood. sports men ever! “ conspiratorially informed her that this new joint is where a beautiful girl like her should hang out as the And then, I heard the familiar rancorous high pitched place is supposed to be the favorite haunt of rich laughter followed by a specialized funkified version guys. of my name, a corruption of my name which only three people were licensed to invoke, one of them Trust me to seek out this hip rendezvous of dead and the other two domiciled abroad. That was happening guys. So, in order not to be left out of when it dawned on me. Coming straight at me with any serious groove happening in my neighborhood, outstretched arms and a beaming smile, dressed in I signaled to my friends to follow me outside. So what seemed like dazzling million dollar attire was there I was, waiting for my men this glorious Friday my bossom friend, one of Africa’s most decorated night, with flash bulbs bouncing off my brain as I and loved sports men ever! contemplated the fun filled shindig that was about to go down in this new joint, when this sleek wonder Walking behind him was another friend of mine, on wheels rolled into the parking space right in front a popular rapper and two stunningly beautiful of me, narrowly missing my legs. Chagrined and mulatto chicks who completed this awesomely feeling somewhat violated, I resolved to confront intimidating ensemble. Needless to say, the anger whoever was behind those wheels. fled as the impending brouhaha was shelved for a frolicking night out, because after the pleasantries Before the occupants could disembark from the and back slapping, I took everybody including my vehicle, my two friends strolled out of the club with drunken friends down to the aforementioned new their respective ‘handbags’ in tow. They saw me joint for a swell time. While popping some vintage and walked over to where I was standing, hailing wines and generally having a good time, my wobbly my name repeatedly. When I failed to reciprocate in friend Dozzy started hustling one of the mulatto kind, Chappy who was still 50% sober unlike Dozzy, babes who seemed unruffled by his antics. who was about 70% off his marks asked; “what’s popping bro?” Claiming to be a horrible dancer, she politely declined his request for a dance. As Dozzy was 30 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

REALITY TV AFRICA HFEvery year, Africans wait in anticipation for the next season of Big Brother WAFERICAARNE S;Africa. We follow the lives of the contestants in their 91 days stay in the realityshow. We watch them bathe, eat, have sex, fight, get drunk, laugh and cry. But TTHHAETRCEAHLAITNYGSEHS OLIWVESdeep inside we wonder, what they actually hope to achieve by participatingin the reality show and seemingly washing their dirty linen in public. What SEASON 1would make a young promising adult, have sex in front of a whole continent Premiered: 25 May 2003without much remorse and dismiss it all as ‘a game’. Is the fame really worth Finale: 7 Septemberit? Does BBA really change people’s lives? Well, guess this special feature on 2003 : 106 DaysBthe contestants and their lives after the BBA answers our questions. ABBY ig Brother Africa is an African reality television Abigail Brigette Plaatjies from Johannesburg & Durban, competition based on the international format Big South Africa. Brother and produced by Endemol South Africa. It is ALEX sponsored by M-NET Dstv, and berthed on Sunday May Alexander Kasembeli Holi from Nairobi, Kenya.25, 2003. The first contestants for season one where twelve from BAYOtwelve African countries, but the number has greatly increased Alexander Adebayo Adetomiwa from Oturkpo, Nigeria.to twenty six contestants from fourteen African countries. The BRUNAcontestants live together under 24-hour camera surveillance for Bruna Tatiana Estivão from Luanda, Angola.91 days, and are voted out weekly by viewers until one person is CHERISEcrowned the winner and receives a substantial cash prize, which is Cherise Makubale from Kitwe, Zambia.currently $300,000. GAETANO Gaetano Juko Kagwa from Kampala, Uganda.The participating African countries are: Angola, Botswana, MWISHOEthiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Mwisho Mwampamba from Morogoro, Tanzania.South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. SAMMI Samuel Kwame Bampoe from Akropong Akwapim, Ghana.Day to day Synopsis of Big Brother Africa STEFANIt can be called a mini-vacation as the contestants get off work for Stefan Ludik from Windhoek, Namibia.three and a half months, while participating in the reality show. TAPUWATheir daily activities include, lounging in the Jacuzzi endlessly, Tapuwa Mhere from Harare, Zimbabwe.achieving fifteen minutes of notoriety with their sometimes very WARONAvulgar display of affection, and the possibility of winning a huge Warona Setshwaelo from Gaborone, Botswana.amount of dollars. This is Big Brother Africa. The only form of Zeinground rules are the ones dished out by Big brother, a faceless Zein Dudha from Blantyre, Malawi.individual with an authoritative voice.Every season has an intrigue and one of such was a swap of SEASON ONE WINNERhousemates between Africa and the Uk. This only happened in Full/Real Name: Cherise Makabale, Known As: Cherise Makubale, Gender: Femaleseason one and Gaetano Kagwa (known as Gae) got swapped with Status: Married, Country; Zambia, Occupation; Property Developer, NGO activistBig Brother UK contestant Cameron Stout. Cherise Makubale was a 24-year procurement officer from Kitwe, Zambia, when she entered the BBA house and emerged the winner three and half months later.Every week, some contestants get nominated for eviction. The Her life definitely changed after winning the show. She went from a small town girl job-hunting inonly people who can determine their fates are, the head of house, Copperbelt to an instant celebrity. She got married to her British boyfriend in October 2008 andwho can swap a nominee for another contestant and the audience, lives in UK with her kids. She also went back to school.who would vote via SMS, social media and electronic media. The Cherise is still actively involved in charity projects, such as, Awareness on HIV/AIDS, throughcontestant who gets the highest votes stays in the house, while the UNICEF. She also raises funds for orphanages and for her Skill Centre the Cherise Makubalecontestant with the least vote goes back to his/her country, albeit Resource Centre for the Disabled in Chipata and her educational park- The Cherise Kids Park. Andwith some celebration and a guaranteed prospect in their home is involved in real estate. Did BBA change her life? Oh yes it did!country. Popularity and entertainment are key or else the viewerswill eat you alive.The one who manages to avoid eviction until the end and garnersthe most audience support wins a big cash prize.The eight season of big brother called ‘The Chase’ is ongoing, asthis special feature is being written and the contestants are livingup to the Chase. 31HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF SEASON 2 SEASON 3 Premiered: 5 August 2007, Finale: 11 November 2007: 98 Days Premiered: 24 August 2008, Finale: 23 November 2008: 91 Days SEASON TWO HOUSEMATES SEASON THREE HOUSE MATES BERTHA HAZEL Bertha Zakeyo from Harare, Zimbabwe. Hazel Warren, from Malawi CODE LATOYA Code Sangala from Blantyre, Malawi. Latoya Lyakurwa, from Tanzania JEFF LUCILLE Jeff Anthony Omondi Kariaga from Kisumu, Kenya. Lucille Naobes, from Namibia. JUSTICE MIMI Justice Motlhabani from Serowe, Botswana. Wihelmina (Mimi) Abu-Andani, from Ghana KWAKU MORRIS Kwaku Asamoah Tutu from Kumawu, Ghana. Morris Mugisha, from Uganda. LERATO MUNYA Lerato Sengadi from Soweto, South Africa. Munyaradzi (Munya) Chidzonga, from Zimbabwe. MAUREEN RICCO Maureen Namatovu from Entebbe, Uganda. Ricardo (Ricco) Venancio, from Angola. MAXWELL SHEILA Maxwell Chongu from Lusaka, Zambia. Sheila Kwamboka, from Kenya MERYL TAKONDWA Meryl Shikwambane from Namibia. Takondwa Nkonjera, from Zambia OFUNNEKA TAWANA Ofunneka Malokwu from Nigeria. Tawana Lebale, from Botswana. RICHARD THAMI Richard Dyle Bezuidenhout from Ilala, Tanzania. Thamsanqa (Thami) Prusent, from South Africa. TATIANA UTI Tatiana Durão from Luanda, Angola Uti Nwachukwu, from Nigeria. JOHAN SEASON TWO WINNER Johan, from Finland was swapped with Munya. RICHARD BEZUIDENHOUT Birth Date: Tuesday, August 10, 1982 SEASON 3 WINNER Gender: Male RICARDO DAVID FERREIRA VENANCIO Status; Married 31 March (2007) Gender: Male Country; Tanzania Country; Angola Occupation; Film Maker Occupation; Bank Employee Richard Bezuidenhout was a Tanzanian film student when he won season Ricco Venancio was 21 and an Angolan bank employee from Luanda when two of BBA reality competition, in November 2007. He was passionate he went for BBA reality show in 2008. about film making and considers filmmaker Peter Jackson his personal Venancio has lived in four countries, on two continents and is always on inspiration. the go. He returned to Angola from Johannesburg before entering BBA Richard was controversial in the house due to his romance with Angolan and currently lives and works in Angola. housemate Tatiana. Because he was married and Tatiana was engaged. Passionate about his family, Ricco considers them his heroes and promised He had promised to show the viewers what ‘a committed married man to use his prize money on his mom’s project. Did he do that? Let’s find looks like’ and ended up doing the opposite. Fortunately, he is still out. Ricco still works as a bank employee and is not associated with any married to his wife Ricki, and they have a child now. He definitely loves charity project. his dread locks. And has fulfilled his dream of having his film company. The Angolan desires a violence-free world and encourages Africans to show that our culture is embedded in respect, education and wisdom. 32 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1. Asked how he relaxes by watching football and supports Sport Lisboa e Benfica, Atletico Sport Aviacao and Manchester United. Ricco confesses to being disorganized and lazy.

HFSEASON 4 THE REVOLUTION SEASON FOUR FEMALE HOUSEMATESPremiered: 6 September 2009, Finale: 6 December 2009: ELIZABETH91 Days Elizabeth Gupta from Tanzania EDNASEASON FOUR MALE HOUSEMATES Edna Alfredo from AngolaTEDDY EMMAEdward “Teddy” Muthusi from Kenya. Emma da Rocha from Angola.WAYOE JENNIFERGeorge Wayoe from Ghana. Jennifer Mussanhane from Mozambique.YACOB KRISTALYacob Yehdego from Ethiopia Kristal Culverwell from ZimbabweEDWARD from Namibia LIZIWEERASTUS Liziwe Coka from South AfricaErastus Moongo, Edward’s 33-year-old twin from Namibia MZAMOHANNINGTON Mzamo Chibambo from Malawi.Hannington Kuteesa from Uganda. PALOMAITAI Paloma Manda from Zambia.Itai Makumbe from Zimbabwe. MAGGIEJEREMY Maggie Mungalu from ZambiaJeremy Ndirangu from Kenya GERALDINEKAONE Geraldine Iheme from Nigeria.Kaone Ramontshonyana from Botswana. NKENNAKEVIN Nkenna Iwuagwu from Nigeria.Kevin Chuwang Pam from Nigeria.LEONELLeonel Estevao from MozambiquePHILFilbert Okure from Uganda.QUINNQuinn Sieber from South Africa SEASON FOUR WINNER KEVIN CHUWANG PAM Gender; male Status; Married Country; Nigeria Occupation; CEO Down2Earth Ent/President Naija Pikin/Anchor/Actor/Presenter 29 year-old Kevin was not new to reality shows before he contested for BBA in 2009. He had previously contested in the Next Movie Star Reality TV show after NYSC and emerged 1st-Runner Up. He followed it up with the MTN/MTV VJ search and then BBA. He emerged the 1st Nigerian winner of BBA. Kevin immediately expediated his dreams, he started a music production studio and marriedhis love interest in the BBA, former housemate Elizabeth Gupta from Tanzania. They had their daughter in 2011. He is a peace ambassador and also the founder of “Naija Pikin” – a youth development NGO. To be concluded in the next issue 33HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF Dj Zeez POISED TO CONQUER34 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.Interview By Patrick Chilaka, Makeup By House Of TARA, Clothes And Accessories Dj Zeez’s Wardrobe, Photography By Moussa Moussa

HE CAME AND GOT US ALL DANCING WITH HIS HIT SONG, FOKASIBE. OH HOW WE DANCED! SOON AFTER THAT HF CAME SINGLES LIKE ‘BOBBY EEH’ AND THEN DJ ZEEZ DISAPPEARED FROM THE SCENE. HF MAGAZINE HOOKED UP WITH THE GOOD LOOKING DUDE AND HE REALLY LOOKED FABULOUS. KINGSLEY ELIKPO AKA DJ ZEEZ TELLS US WHAT HE HAS BEEN UP TO LATELY, HE ALSO DELVES INTO THE PAST AND RECOUNTS HIS EXPERIENCES AS AN ARTISTE. THE IBO/YORUBA BORN ARTISTE ALSO SPEAKS ABOUT HIS LATE BUDDY, DAGRIN, BLESS HIS SOUL. DEAR AUDIENCE, WE GIVE YOU DJ ZEEZ…HF: How would you narrate your journey so far? “My career bloomed asDZ: It’s been adventurous and challenging. The ups and downs which a solo artist with mycome along the line is what keeps you going, especially being that I second single ‘Samestarted as a DJ and evolved to the artiste I am today. I started from aDJ, to producing beats and then rapping, before singing. It has been Me’. The song got me afun all the way, it has been really cool. nomination for Channel O Music Video Award”HF: How has the transformation shaped you?DZ: It has given me a wonderful experience, there is nothing that 35HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.happens within the music industry that would come as a surprise. Ihave groomed myself to expect the unexpected. The transformation hasmade me very stable mentally and psychologically.HF: What’s the story of your artistic name DJ ZEEZ?DZ: The Dj was obviously because I was a DJ, ZEEZ is not a shortform of Azeez as most people would confuse it for, my name is notAzeez. It is actually an urban word from the urban English dictionarywhich means simply cool.HF: As a performing artist name some of the people you lookedup to?DZ: Back then, I looked up to the likes of DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Humilityand Bamija. These were the guys that made you wish to be a musicpersonality. I met Freestyle later and admired his ability to makeawesome beats. Instead of reading my books, I just stayed with mysystem making beats. Timberland, Pharel Williams and Dr. Dre inspiredme to rap. I am a rap fan, though my recent songs don’t display it. Youhave to balance the kind of music you love with the kind of music thatis commercial. I wanted my songs to appeal to the streets.HF: While your career blossomed, where you solo?DZ: I was in a group of four for two years before we split up. My careerbloomed as a solo artist with my second single ‘Same Me’. The songgot me a nomination for Channel O Music Video Award, this fired upmy zeal to be a successful music act.HF: How do you manage stardom?DZ: It’s neither hard nor easy, I balance my personality with myprofession. I always remember in my head that Kinsley is different fromDj Zeez and this keeps me in check.HF: Female fans can overwhelm an artist with love, how do you cope?DZ: I am glad you said that. As a male artist your prayer should be tohave lots of fans from kids to women. If these two categories love you,you are good to go because the guys do not have a choice (laughs).I manage it by treating fans as fans and treating family and friends assame.HF: The marriage bug seem to be catching up in the industry, do youhave any plans for marriage?DZ: Yeah, you know I am beginning to feel like I am the only personthat has not caught it (laughs). I do not know, I dey wonder becauseeven celebrities are more open with their relationships, children andbaby mamas. Everybody seems to have kids these days, I am the onlyone left. bros you go help me out o (laughs).HF: Is it that you don’t have a relationship or you have difficulty makinga choice?

HF DZ: I am a very private person, despite being a music artiste. I am trying to do more on my “Back then, I looked up to the likes of profession than my personal life. You can say DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Humility and Bamija. I am patiently waiting for the right relationship. I want marriage to happen because I found These were the guys that made you someone to spend the rest of my life with and wish to be a music personality. I met not because the society needs me to. But I have Freestyle later and admired his ability a girlfriend, who I hope to do that with very soon. to make awesome beats.” HF: Do you have any awards in your cart? 36 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1. DZ: I have picked up a few nominations, but it’s hard to remember them all except I go through my plaque collections. The biggest for me was The Headies Award, where my song Fokasibe won the Best Street Hop. HF: You have been absent from the scene, what have you been up to? DZ: I have been busy with other things, but I have been working on my next album. It’s almost complete. HF: You were DAGRIN’s closest pal, do you still miss him? DZ: Yes, every day, that’s partly why I haven’t been visible. It took me a while to recover from the shock. I have a song we did together which I haven’t released, but it will be out pretty soon. HF: Recount how growing up was for you? DZ: Growing up was fun, I grew up in Lagos with two other siblings, a brother and sister. I was an inquisitive child and more inclined to technical stuff. I remember trying to loosen the TV set because I thought I would see Tom and Jerry inside. I had a bit of street and home experience. HF: We all have very memorable experiences, what is yours? DZ: That would be the first time I did a stage performance in 2005, during the first JJC concert. D’Banj was with them, I got very encouraging cheers from the audience. It was very memorable for me. I feel comfortable with the crowd when I am performing and after that I retreat to my shell. HF: What should your fans look forward to? DZ: My album should drop much later this year, but I will have two singles and videos out very soon. I also have a franchise coming up through my entertainment outfit Vanilla. I am merging music and the business to achieve a lot more. HF: What is your favorite quote in life? DZ: Life goes on. A lot of things happen in life either good or bad, so we should always remember that life would always go on.

MOVIE REVIEW HFThe movie centres on three friends and their husbands. They are MOVIE: THE SINGLE AND MARRIED Jay and Kimora, Ray and Paula and of course Vida and Ranesh. The first couple, Jay and Kimora have a good marriage, but THEME: Love, Relationship and Marriage Kimora thinks a ‘blow job’ is abnormal and disgusting, while SCREENPLAY: Pascal Amanfo Paula neglects her husband Ray and even starved him of sex PRODUCER: Yvonne Nelson for 5 months and 2 weeks. Vida is almost thirty years younger CAST: Yvonne Nelson, Nadia Buari, Chris Attoh, Kofi Adjorlolo, than her 59 yr old husband Ranesh who can’t satisfy her in bed Jane ‘Efya’ Awindor, Tana Adelana, Kweku Elliot, Tiffany Eddyin spite of all his energetic sexual promises. The others, Judith, Andy, and Ruby Watson.the narrator are extras who add vibe to the story. COUNTRY: GhanaThe movie starts with Kimora’s surprise birthday party thrown by Jay her RUNNING TIME: 2 hrs 40 minutesboyfriend, who proposes to her at the same party, to the amazement and YEAR: 2013happiness of all, except for his friend Andy who thinks he is making a mistake.Andy tries to convince Jay against getting married, but Ray supports Jay. They By Akudo Abengoweended up having a very beautiful wedding ceremony, set in a fantastic scenery.Enter Ruby, the narrator, who introduces herself in frenzy. She convinces the With the narrator keeping us glued to the movie with titbits of what might happenaudience that ‘a man must cheat because it’s in his DNA’ and no matter how in the near future, all things eventually comes to a head. Paula confronts Ray andgood a woman is or her efforts to make her marriage work, her man must tells him she knew about his affair with her friend. Jay confesses his relationshipcheat. She is proven right. Fast forward to two years into the marriage, Jay is with Judith to Kimora who moves out of the house, and Ranesh catches Vida andseen kissing another woman named Judith, played by Efya. After continuous Andy in a hot sex romp in his sitting room. Vida runs away, while Andy jumps fromarguments with Judith on the limited time he spends with her, Jay goes the balcony and breaks his leg.home to meet his angry pregnant wife. She almost caught him in a lie as she Kim and Paula go for counselling to save their marriage and eventually make upconfronts him, but being a smart player, Jay cooks up an accident story and with their husbands. Andy is caught by an ex-girlfriend Nancy who tells him she isgains the sympathy of his wife, while he struggles with his conscience. pregnant for him, he runs away. Nothing is heard of Vida and Ranesh again.The narrator tells us that ‘marriage is a game everyone plays’ and we see According to Ruby the narrator, these are five (5) rules you must observe in aKimora, Paula and Vida discussing men and their cheating ways. Kimora says marriage;confidently that her husband has never and will never cheat on her. Paula isnot big on the cheating issue as she concentrates all her energy on her law 1. Never introduce an unmarried girlfriend to your husbandpractice, not minding what her husband does. I personally feel her character 2. Never let a girl with bigger boobs walk in front of your husbandover played her nonchalant attitude towards her marriage. You better pay the 3. Never leave your wife unsatisfiedman some attention girl! 4. If a hot unmarried neighbour moves into your neighbourhood, youRay and Judith had another argument in which he tells her “Judith, you havea place in my heart, but I love my wife” and walks out. He meets his friend must do any of these three things. (1) Move to a new location (2) getAndy in same hotel with another woman and they faced up the reality of their a divorce (3) check the paternity of your last child or (4) kill your wife.unfaithfulness. Though Andy tries to justify their cheating, both friends are 5. Never walk around town without this DVDfilled with guilt.Jay continues with his extra marital affair, Paula sets a trap for Ray with MY VERDICTher friend and he falls deeply into the trap, while Vida keeps having eroticfantasies about her new neighbour Andy. It’s a nice story, very humorous. The massage scene, the toast scene betweenPaula gives her husband a timetable for sex; he retaliates by asking for a Ray and his friends, the love making scene between Vida and her husband,divorce. Vida bluntly asks Andy for sex, calling herself ‘a sexually frustrated the scene where Ray chokes on his tea as Judith confesses she’s dating a marriedsuicidal woman’, Andy replies her that he spends an average of two hours man and the ‘arse analysis’ proffered by Ray to Andy. These scenes were veryin bed. They start an amorous affair. While Kimora invites Judith (who funny and entertaining. Some plots in the script are unrealistic. I can’t believecoincidentally is her friend) into her house for a month. This does not go down Paula, Vida and Kimora can be very good friends and not know each other’swell with her husband because Judith is his mistress. husbands, especially as the men are friends with the exception of Ranesh. Also how can Kimora not have known Vida’s husband? Didn’t she attend her wedding? Also the part where Kimora recounts Ray’s proposal to her friends in the boutique and they ooohhed and aahhhed was very unrealistic since they were all present at her birthday where jay proposed to her. AND, whatever happened to Kimora’s pregnancy? The only mention of it was when Ray told her not to fret because of the baby, afterwards, nothing was heard of the pregnancy and Kimora never dressed nor acted like a pregnant woman. The acting was well done, with amazing raunchy scenes, but that is Ghana movies for you. The quality of the pictures is very impressive and beautiful locations which show the tourist value of Ghana were used in the movie. The story relates more to everyday life, but its best to have parental guidance when watching the movie, especially with kids around because strong erotic languages were used in it. It’s a movie i can watch again and again and this doesn’t happen often for me. Good job Yvonne Nelson. 37HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HFCSBEoOHINaDTRHpEPSCEEONE RpSeHraOBNerthsWords By Patrick Chilaka Corper shon a new television drama series satirizing the lives, dreams, relationships and challenges of Nigerian graduates engaged in the one year compulsory service to the fatherland is finally ready to hit the screens.38 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF Words By Myke Pam EEDRIS ABDULKAREEM FT V-TEC WOOZE YOU The indefatigable Mr. Hip Hop is at it again. In a lyrically charged song titled Wooze You, Eedris Abdulkareem replies some critics of hip hop music, especially Don Jazzy who reportedlysaid that rappers are irresponsible andthat their fathers would not be proud ofthem. He went ahead to lyrically attack some other industry misadventures’who are engaged in the acts of feedingfat on ignorant practitioners. The song produced by fire-balled young beat maker, V-Tec who also featured on the joint is vintage Mr. Lecturer. Your number one African entertainmentmouth piece, HF Magazine was at the video shoot held penultimate week, and here we serve you exclusive pics from this sure banger. The video is a must see for all true hip-hop heads. Holla! 39HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

01HF020304050607080910121314151617181920 Compiled By Patrick Chilaka And Aisosa Okundaye TOP TWENTY AFRICAN SONGS & MUSIC VIDEOS AUDIO VISUAL Mafikizolo ft uhuru khona (SOUTH AFRICA) 1. Flavor- Ada (NIGERIA) Flavour – Ada (NIGERIA) 2. P Square- Personally (NIGERIA) Psquare- personally (NIGERIA) 3. Mafikizolo ft Uhuru- Khona (SOUTH AFRICA) Dj. Vetkuk vs mahota ft. malinga- via Orlando (SOUTH AFRICA) 4. Kcee- Limpopo (NIGERIA) Kcee- Limpopo (NIGERIA) 5. Dj Vetkuk vs Mahota ft. Malinga- Via Orlando (SOUTH AFRICA) Dj. Sbu ft. zahara-lengoma (SOUTH AFRICA) 6. Becca ft King Ayisoba and Trigmatic – Push (GHANA) Sarkodie- Elijah (GHANA) 7. Dj Sbu ft. Zahara- Lengoma (SOUTH AFRICA) Efya- weather for two (GHANA) 8. Waje- I wish (NIGERIA) Becca- da kee da (GHANA) 9. Obrafour- This life (GHANA) P.unit ft alicios – mobimba (KENYA) 10. Ali kiba ft Spince - Cinderella Obrafour- this life (GHANA) 11. Jk- Soul Survivor (ZAMBIA) Mary n’diaye-yengal (GAMBIA) 12. Da fugitivz- Its all Good (GAMBIA) Ali kiba-black monalisa (TANZANIA) 13. P. Unit Ft. Alicious- Mobimba (KENYA) Da fugitivz- its all good (GAMBIA) 14. Jaguar – Nimetoka Mbali (TANZANIA) Beatrice katema byakika- asande (UGANDA) 15. Ali kiba- Black Monalisa (TANZANI) Radio and weasel- dudu (UGANDA) 16. Mary N’diaye- Yengal (GAMBIA) Sage ft octopizzo- so alive ((KENYA) 17. Sage Ft. Octopizzo- So Alive (KENYA) Jaguar – nimetoka mbali (TANZANIA) 18. Blaq Sam ft. Praye – Esi ne Vera (GHANA) Jk – soul survivor (ZAMBIA) 19. Radio and Weavel- Dudu (UGANDA) Yellow man- mutime (ZAMBIA) 20. Urban Boyz- Take it Off (UGANDA)01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2040 HFMagazineEdition1,Volume1.

0 E- AFRICA HF Compiled by Akudo Abengowe and Patrick ChilakaAnnual African Nite Berths In Lusaka ENxe-wBesBtACHeloebursiet-yMate Sulu is Zambia’sThe annual African night going forward will be one event most Lusaka residents Big Brother Chase Housemate Sulu has indeed become a celebrity in his homewill look forward to. The African night’s maiden event held at Suwilanji Gardens country. Sulu’s eviction party at the Hollywood City Night Club attracted a hugein Kalundu area, in Zambia. Organisers of the event Mwaka and Manase Phiri crowd that could not be accommodated in the club and on Panganani Road.promised that the event will be an annual event. Seasoned Afro-centric musicianMaureen Lupo Lilanda provided entertainment with her timeless classics and The party was free becauserenditions of old jazz songs. it coincided with the famous Sunday street party, though theOther Zambian acts such as, Cactus Agony, Nomakanjani Dance Troupe thrilled the security personnel managedaudience including Maranda, who gave an un-amateurish performance despite to keep underage teens at bay.being a new comer in the Zambian music scene. Her soulful music and sultry The former Chasemate hasvocals had everyone applauding, there was a jam band session which had guests become a favourite of the ladiesat the African Night dancing. in Zambia as they struggled toThere were sumptuous varieties in continental dishes from Nigeria, Ghana, get a sight of him and probably aZambia and Malawi. And also fashion displays by designer Xtina, who showed her photo op with the new celebrity.Afrocentric attires and Nchimunya whose bead designs ranged from key holders, Sulu who came with former BBAwaist beads, bracelets and bead plates. It was a wonderful night that left many housemate JJ, danced to somecalling for a repeat of the event. Reggae beats from the VIP section to the audience delight. Sulu left by 05; 00 hours after mingling with his fans in the exclusive VIP area of the club.Skeffa Shines in Come Back Concert Ode For The ‘Simple Superstar’After a great performance on the eve of the Ncwala ceremony in Chipata townearlier this year, Malawian Skeffa Chimoto returned to Zambia and staged shows As we prepared to go to press, we received with heavy hearts the destabilizingin Lusaka. The music icon treated fans to his afro-reggae music. The Ndife Amozi news of the death of the internationally acclaimed Ethiopian Reggae artiste,singer who has four albums to his name gave a resounding performance despite Eyob Mekonnen whose fans affectionately nicknamed the ‘Simple Superstar’ the slight technical hitches. His The dreadlock Rasta man died a few days after a sudden stroke that kept fans, which included nursing him in comma for a couple of days mothers who strapped their more. Cause of death was said to babies on their backs sang be Ischemic Stroke (the blockage of along to his songs, some fans artery of the neck), quite unusual for who couldn’t pay the entry a young man of his age. Fans of the fee, scaled the walls just to be 37-year-old singer helped raise money part of the action. Skeffa also for his treatment after the stroke last promoted his CDs and DVDs Tuesday in the Ethiopian capital, Addis which some people gladly Ababa. He was subsequently flown bought. to Kenya on Saturday, but he died at the hospital on Sunday 18th of AugustEarlier, veteran afro singer, Chris Aka performed his all-time favourite songs 2013.Musizani and Kuzionesa alongside his band. He performed some new singles Born in the small eastern town of jijiga in 1975 and largely influenced by musicas well, and the performer disclosed that his forthcoming album ‘Freedom’ will of the legendary Bob Nesta Marley and Ethiopia’s Ali Birra, Eyob has beensoon hit the streets. He was impressed with the huge turnout, saying despite the hailed as Ethiopia’s version of South African Reggae icon Lucky Dube.city having hosted numerous musical shows last weekend, the attendance wasoverwhelming.FTeosntgivaaMl Yuestic Festival the Biggest Music The festival initially exhibited 12 categories of traditional music, but this has increased due to the interest and value people have placed in the festival. The categories are Kalumbu, Kankobela, Kuyabila, Seesa, Ndikiti, Chigome,The Tonga Music Festival is coming up in September 5th and 8th in Monze Town, Chikakaambe-Kaambe, Kalindula, Bukonkoolo, Ma guitar and Freestyle.the festival organised by Chikuni Community Radio Station has 90 bands competingin various categories. The festival, is arguably the biggest event in the South African According to Jyde Hamoonga, programmes manager at Chikuni Radio, ‘it is a signregion and has been on for 12 years. of ownership and the people have come to appreciate the role of the station in bringing back a way of life that adds value to the people’s daily living.Organisers of the festival need about K175, 000 to meet this year’s expenses such0 as accommodation, meals, prizes, trainings, publicity, live broadcast, professional Musicians no longer just come to perform, but are trained on the cultural and fees and hire of equipment. The festival’s am is to revive, promote and preserve musical values of the Tonga as well as their general lifestyles’. The Sakala Brothers Tonga traditional music and dance, and many traditional bands, corporate (Levy and Moses) and Makanzubo Kalinda Research Institute has trained the institutions and business houses have contributed to its successful hosting. musicians which led to improvement in their performances. 41HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF Namibian Model Flies High CReonnocwernted Jamaican Star Set For Gambia Oshakati-born Salmi Nambinga will represent Namibia at the prestigious Miss Foremost Jamaican reggae dancehall star-Jah Turban, will storm Gambia in Supranatural, to be held on 6th September at the Sports palace of Minski November 2013, to show some of his music based projects. During his stay in Eastern European country in Gambia, Jah Turban will perform Belarus. alongside well-known Jamaican music acts. She will also represent Namibia at the Face of the World The Jamaican reggae super star is Pageant that will be held in passionate about Africa and has Cape Town in November. Salmi promised to help Gambian artistes said she used to doubt her climb the ladder of success in the best talents but knew she needed possible way. He is currently working to change in order to boost her with Gambia’s upcoming reggae artist confidence and talent. That Jah Lion, who is connected with the Sky was why the 1,75m tall beauty Juice Musical Movement. queen took her modelling Jah Turban is set to take the budding career seriously last year. reggae star to the pinnacle of world music. It is in this regard that Jah Turban Salmi however, is more than did a collaboration song with Jah Lion, calling it “Leaders of the World’ which is just a long-legged pretty face. doing good in the music world. She holds an accounting degree and a diploma in local government studies from the University of Namibia (Unam). His Gambian representatives disclosed that he will continue to portray the good image of Gambia, promoting the country as a potential tourist destination. She applied for Miss Supranatural through a Facebook advert and was He added that the Jamaican star’s love for the ‘Smiling Coast’ cannot be delighted to represent Namibia at the pageant. According to the pageant’s overemphasized. All necessary preparations for his Gambian concert has been website, Miss Supranatural is an international beauty pageant run by the sealed, they only need the support of Gambian promoters and music enthusiasts World Beauty Association based in Panama and was founded in 2009. Salmi in general. believes the pageant’s platform represents an extraordinary opportunity for Namibian brands and companies to be exposed. AGlabmubmian Singer Chess Set To Drop New IRnetgegrnaeatMiounsailcAAlrbtuismte Singateh Plans Debut Tamala, a Mandinka single is the latest song coming from United States There is no doubt that music sensation Singateh is one of the most celebrated based Gambian singer, Chess. Tamala means traveller in the Gambian local Gambian artistes now. The Bansang parlance and chess being a born has carried his trade to the hard core local rapper will put international music scene where his artistry finesse to it. The he currently works with IDub Music forthcoming single is already in Germany and Hit City Records gathering sublime raves online in Atlanta, Georgia. The German- and on music platforms. With based record label will also distribute the song, the US based artiste the album. “The album will feature is setting the pace as a music international Jamaican artists Naptali power house within Gambian and Tony Anthony. I will also work music circles. with Lady Flame, a US based Jamaican singer,” Singateh revealed. Born Kansaikou Numukunda Darboe, aka Chess, into a Singateh wants to feature Gambian artistes like Jali Madi, he is also interested in a family of intellectuals, he is European musical tour. The hot stage act is very excited at his latest project, he has the only child who took music shot two new music videos in Norway and is also learning about music production as a career. And his genre of which he hopes to share with fellow Gambian artistes. You can learn more about music is gaining momentum Singateh’s album on www.singatehrise.com. within the growing number of music enthusiasts. He speaks several Gambian languages, Mandinka, Wollof, Fula, Sarahuleh and Jola fluently and uses it to RKewtairbeemneanOt fkroyemreHDiparlikfoe MPulasnics December add vibe to his music. Popular Ghanaian hip life artiste Kwabena Okyere Darko is now a changed man Chess didn’t get the support of his family initially, but he succeeded in winning after he announced his new found Christianity. The Rapper who has been on a scholarship and persevered in his music journey until his family decided to hiatus for the past three years eventually disclosed that he will release his last support him. He moved to US in 1990 and has travelled widely to promote his secular album in December 2013. music. The songs in his forthcoming album can be accessed on youtube, by typing the name of his record label Asikoi Records According to him, “I’ve always said that at this point in life there is nothing spiritually fulfilling or self-satisfying to me than to work on my salvation and the salvation of 42 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HFothers as the goal of Christendom is to win Meet Ghana’s Youngest Married Celebritysouls for Christ.”“I have been contemplating that for so long, She is Mrs Lousika Sarpong, and happens to be the youngest married celeb inI will leave it to God. It is my prayer and He Ghana. A successful music artiste no doubt, this 2131record artiste Lousika,knows what my heart desires. I have said made history in Ghana when sheseverally that I would want to do the work married Kojo Sarpong at Ahodwo inof God,” the Asem Sebe hit singer added.’ Kumasi, despite the raised eyebrows her relationship with her executivePreceding the album release in December producer Jay Foley caused in thewill be a new single Kruse (Salute) featuring industry. However, Jay Foley andrapper Sarkodie. He stressed that the song attests to the fact that, “they still Jeremie Van-Garshong attended thesalute me” and “there can never be another” Obrafour disclosed to the media. high profile royal engagement inHF Magazine can only wish him well as he seeks the face of God in his future Kumasi.career. She took a bold step by gettingDAlebbuomraihn DAnecaemmabnerSet to Drop Fourth married at twenty, just as her music career is booming in Ghana. LousikaDeborah Anaman, an Inspirational gospel artiste has just disclosed that her has been nominated for Best Female Video of the Year and Best Discovery offourth album will drop in December 2013. Debbie as she is fondly called by her the Year at the 4syte Music Video Awards. She has six singles including ‘NeedGhanaian fans is poised to take her career to the next level. Your Love’ which featured Sarkodie, ‘Hands Up and Take Over’, ‘Knockout’ Ft Mr Eazi among others. And all her songs have been nominated in several awards.Most of the songs on the eight-track Her music is influenced by Missy Elliot, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, and sheinspirational album have good rhythms, blends Hip-hop and Afro-Pop music, whilst singing and rapping in French, Twi,drum beats and instrumentation English and Spanish.which make the album good for publicconsumption. She works tirelessly to Her Record Label 2131records has assured her fans of a brand new Lousikachange the face of Ghana gospel music this festive season. It will be her first appearance after her engagement andand her latest album is a fulfilment of expectations are high. Lousika has done collaborations with Obrafour, 4x4 andher cherished career. With her wealth of Tonto Dikeh.experience, Deborah is no novice in themusic industry, having had stints with GOepteSnaLveedtter to Nonini Asking Him Tovery notable musicians. She is the generalsecretary of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) and is always mindful of The gospel music genre is set for a big takeover in the music industry, as the gospelusing decent words and making a lasting impression in public places and her acts are not relenting their efforts to convert renowned secular music artistes tomusic delivery. God. Their efforts may have yielded results as secular music heavyweights like Princess Faridah, Lady Bee and Size 8, have crossed to gospel music. The latestAFansghoiolan’sWNeeakdi2r01T3ati Shines in Kenya convertee is popular event organiser Buddha Blaze.The Kenya Fashion Week, a first of its kind which held on August 24th 2013 Now upcoming gospel artiste Mteule Cantonato has urged ‘Genge Godfather’brought fourteen designers from across the world to Villa Rosa Kempinski in Nonini to turn to Christ. Nonini is greatly involved in charity projects such asNairobi, Kenya. One of the celebrated designers who showed their creativity Colour Kwa Face, a campaign against discrimination of people living withat the fashion week is Nadir Tati, an Angolan designer known for her finesse albinism. And also Pamoja Conje, a program meant to assist boxer Conjestinain conceiving her clothes and their Achieng back to her feet.genuine African character, which isher signature. Nadir Tati is a fashion Mteule in an open letter to Nonini confessed that Nonini’s song ‘Genge’designer, stylist and image consultant. influenced him to become an artiste as he started rapping while he was in schoolShe was formerly a successful model and his commitments to the church led him to gospel music. So his utmost desirewho understands the Angolan fashion is to see his music idol get saved and turn to Christ. He also cited Nonini’s variousindustry. charity projects and exalted his good heart and also added that he is earnestly praying for Nonini to get saved. We hope Nonini will heed the call.Nadir Tati’s collections are elegant,stylish and glamorous and shecombines light fabrics and prints forevery modern, sensual cuts. She wonthe ‘Best Designer of the Year’ Awardof the Angolan fashion event ModaLuanda for three consecutive years.And was honored as the Fashion Divain 2011. She also designs clothes for the Angolan First Lady, Ana Paula dos Santosfor official events. 43HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

HF IBdiroipsiEclba Plays Nelson Mandela In NDoavmidinaMtieolnl Gets All Africa Music Awards Acting as Nelson Mandela in a movie would be awesome for any actor, but David (Melody Maker) aka Mell has been nominated for the prestigious All Africa to portray the inspirational South African leader as a young man is an added Music Annual Awards (AAMA), which is to hold on November 9 2013 at San Diego, California. He is a nominee for the Best Male Vocal of The Year for the song ‘In challenge and that is the role Idris Elba gets. Lucky chap! Idris was particularly Love’. This information was released by his manager via his social media page. The live happy that Nelson Mandela got to see the preview portrayal of his haunting event will be aired by 8 pm (ET) on FOX Television Network. Other nominees are 2Face, 9ice, Dare ft Chamillionaire, Kwabena Kwabena, J.Martins, De Prince life before his Joenez. Here is a full list of the nominees. health took AFRIYIE -LOVE OF MY LIFE (Ghana) J.MARTINS--GOOD LIFE (Nigeria) a downward FLAVOUR -- BABY OKU (Nigeria) KWABENA KWABENA --BYE BYE (Ghana) decline. The DEPRINCE JOENEZ ---THROWING MONEY (Nigeria) MI ---BEEF (Nigeria) forty year old 9ICE ---3310 (Nigeria) CHASE –LONELY (Ghana) Idris was able to R2BEES ---ODO (Ghana) 2FACE----RAIN DROPS (Nigeria) clinch the role in BANKY W ----FIND YOU (Nigeria) DARE FT CHAMILLIONAIRE ---THE WAY YOU ARE (Nigeria) the authorized DAVID MELL---- IM IN LOVE (Liberia) The All Africa Music Awards is an annual event celebrating African Musicians, biopic because Producers, Song writers, Music promoters, Record label owners, Music marketers, DJ, Music Video Producers, Radio and T.V stations, Entertainment Journalists and of his height and Contemporary African cultural musicians etc. acting prowess. Coincidentally, J Martins, a popular African musician is the Host for the November 9th event, whose theme is ‘’Â Mercy World Concert” dedicated to the forgotten The film based on children of Africa. Voting for any nominee can be done through http://www. Mandela’s 1995 allafricamusicawards.org/vote.php). autobiography ‘The Long Walk TCvatShoearipnse Wamuyu And Her Low Budget to Freedom’ is already garnering Oscar buzz. Idris describes being picked to play the biopic as humbling and assures that he doesn’t take the opportunity Catherine Wamuyu looks more like a typical headmistress than the stereotyped to play such a huge world figure for granted. He describes the role as the cigarette-smoking, scruffy jean-clad, obscenity-hurling idea of a director. Yet biggest challenge of his life. But he has very little to worry about as both Synovate ratings, have consistently shown Tahidi High and Mother-In-Law to be Nelson Mandela and his former wife Winnie have watched the Hollywood star the most watched in their TV slots. The soaps have been running for seven and in movies such as, The Wire Box and Daddy’s Little Girls. Well, guess we have eight years respectively and have won several awards and has proven Catherine an amazing film to look forward to. as the best in her field. The 48yrs old producer actually started with a social conscious program on TV called ‘In Search of an Answer’ and when that didn’t World Azonto Festival To Hold In Accra give her the expected results, she opted for drama which has proven to be more effective. Recounting how members of the drama used to contribute SH250 for The maiden World Azonto Festival which will be launched in Accra will be miscellaneous expenses and how they would bring items from their homes due something to look forward to. The interest and support of major government to difficulty in procuring items. She is ever grateful for what they have been able organizations towards the festival is overwhelming as expressed by a to achieve, in spite of their initial hurdles. Wamuyu is presently a masters degree representative of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts. The Chief student of Theatre Arts in Kenyatta University. Executive Officer of Flash Mob Ghana, organizers of the event opined that the Azonto dance which is being enjoyed all over the world should be linked to its She has several hit racks to her credit and recently featured David Mell in a single Ghanaian identity and use the medium to promote Ghanaian brands”. World she dedicated to her mother Ms Kemah Martin. Lady Skeet believes that music Azonto Festival will hold in mid-September 2013. saves a nation, citing countries like Ghana and Nigeria and how entertainment has helped them. She hopes to start an acting career, if her music fails to reach its SLcaednye BSkyeSettorTmaking The Liberian Rap expected peak. Hip-Hop /Rap music have not gained huge following in Liberia compared to the local Hip-Co vernacular tracks that are more popular on Liberian airwaves. Some Liberian female rapper’s such as Queen V, Lady Skeet, Lady Cash and Peaches have tried to push female rap music into the lime light with their boyish lyrics and hit songs, yet rap music and mostly female rappers are still dire in the industry. However, a young female rapper has vowed to change the story of feminine rap music in the country. Skeeter Roberts, aka Lady Skeet is a Brewersville born artist. Lady Skeet believes so much in her creativity and passion for music that she is set to become the biggest female rapper in Liberia and Africa in the near future. Having a great fan, manager and supporter in her mother, lady skeet is ever grateful for her mother’s support, she also helps her out with her three year old child. Lady Skeet admires Missy Elliot and started rapping at ten years old in the kiddies’ choir. She is however, not miffed at the hypocrisy in the church against rappers and entertainment personalities like her, but is pushing the envelope through her songs and lyrics. 44 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

can safely say the video boom in Nigeria began with the release of ‘Living in Bondage’ by HF Kenneth Nnebue in 1992. And since then, the word Cinema has almost fizzled out, except for the new move to return to the Cinemas by this generation of film makers. Ask our VIDEO young ones today what the Cinema is and you’d be surprised to see them dumbfounded. BOOM Save for the children of the rich and super-rich who can afford to go to the few remaining AND high-brow cinema houses in the cities today, such as the Silverbird Cinemas, most people CINEMA DOOM:Iin the present generation are contented with watching movies in their homes. But this was not always the case. THE NIGERIANThe film culture in Nigeria can be traced to the British colonial masters, who exhibited the first film inAugust, 1903 at Glover Hall Lagos. In 1914, the British established the Colonial Film Unit to nurture STORYthe film industry in Nigeria. They used film as a formidable propaganda weapon during the 1st and2nd World Wars, to justify the war against Germany. Films were also made to depict government and By Shamsudeen Adeizamissionary activities, and health and education as public enlightenment. Mobile cinema vans wereused to exhibit these films in the towns and villages. Most of these films were documentaries, but 45HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.feature films also held the interest of public viewers.With Nigerian Independence in 1960, the focus of the Nigerian film industry changed. Federal andState film units took over from the colonial film units, individuals also ventured into film production;this birthed indigenous fictional feature film production in Nigeria, such as ‘Kongi’s Harvest’ in1970, an adaptation of a play of the same title by Wole Soyinka, who also played the lead role. Itwas a political film, an allegory of African despotism, but its intellectual content held no appeal tothe audience. Pioneer film makers, like Eddie Ugbomah, Dr. Ola Balogun, Hubbert Ogunde and LadiLadebo, later produced films that had popular appeal. Eddie Ugbomah’s films, ‘The Rise and Fall of Dr.Oyenusi (1976), The Mask (1979), Oil Doom (1981), Bolus (1982), The Boy is Good (1982) and Deathof a Black President (1983)’, were influenced by American action films with urban settings. But OlaBalogun’s films took another direction, working with artists of the Yoruba Traveling Theater. He cameup with Ajani Ogun (1977), with Duro Ladipo and his troupe, and starring the late Adeyemi Folayan(Ade Love); Aiye (1978), Jaiyesimi (1980), Aropin N’ Tenia (1982) and Ayanmo (1988), all were basedon the late Hubbert Ogunde’s traveling theatre, in which the legend himself starred. A host of otherfilms were made with such popular artists like Moses Olaiya (Baba Sala). THE FILM CULTURE IN NIGERIA CAN BE TRACED TO THE BRITISH COLONIAL MASTERS, WHO EXHIBITED THE FIRST FILM IN AUGUST, 1903 AT GLOVER HALL LAGOS. IN 1914, THE BRITISH ESTABLISHED THE COLONIAL FILM UNIT TO NURTURE THE FILM INDUSTRY IN NIGERIA. THEY USED FILM AS A FORMIDABLE PROPAGANDA WEAPON DURING THE 1ST AND 2ND WORLD WARS, TO JUSTIFY THE WAR AGAINST GERMANY.The principal genre of Yoruba films is the costume drama, which recaptures the vanished splendourof traditional Yoruba culture in all its metaphysical, social and aesthetic splendour, relying heavily ondance, music and recreated festivals to do so. By the release of Jimoh Aliu’s Fopomoyo (1991), AfolabiAdesanya’s Ose Sango (1991) and Brendan Shehu’s Kulba na Barna (1992), it was obvious that the daysof celluloid film production in Nigeria, were numbered.In fact, since the video phenomenon took Nigeria by storm in the early 1990s, no significant celluloidfilm has been made by Nigerians. Even when the cinema-going culture still thrived, the distributionand exhibition of the mostly American and Indian films, was dominated by Lebanese and Indians.It appeared as if Nigerians were anxious to boycott this foreign domination when they suddenlybegan to buy their video films to play at home. Most of the Cinema halls in the cities and townshave either turned to churches, town-halls or warehouses, today. Thanks to the birth of Nollywood,Nigeria’s equivalent of Hollywood, that employs thousands of people and makes an annual incomeof over N10billion, as recent statistics reveal. But, today, Nigeria’s video films, in their thousands,cannot compete in international film festivals, where only celluloid films are recognized, when smallercountries like Burkina Faso and Senegal are still participating fully in these festival; and this is themajor handicap of Nollywood films. So, more efforts need to be made by Nigerian film makers to uptheir game and reintroduce feature films to Nigeria and the world, for only then, can our cinemas bereally revived.

HF EVENT DOTUN OLANIYI’S LAST NIGHT OF BACHELORHOOD It is no longer news that Dotun Olaniyi of Cool Fm got married to Taiwo, D’banj’s younger sister on 3rd August 2013. What most people didn’t know was that a bachelor’s night was held for the groom on Thursday 1st August at Road Runners Lounge, Sabo Yaba. It was a crazy night as all attendees had fun and danced to hit songs of artistes like, Vector, MI, Kollertunez among others. The highlight of the night was when a bottle of Champagne was poured on the soon-to- be groom Dotun. Of course, he enjoyed all the attention. Lucky groom. Words by Akudo Abengowe, Photography by Ibraheem Tiamiyu 46 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.

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HF Tunic and pants- Kimono Shoes – cross colours boutique ICE PRINCE THE ZAMANIC INVASION Words By Myke Pam, Makeup By House Of TARA, Styled By Elomie Ototobor, Photography By Moussa Moussa 50 HF Magazine Edition 1, Volume 1.