EbonyLife TV is led by Mo Abudu of ‘Moments with Mo’ fame. Mo Abudu’s latest entertainment venture, EbonyLife TV launches in a few days (the 1st of July,2013) on Dstv channel 165. The past few months have seen various parties involved hard at work on developing original content for the burgeoning TV Network, which aims to “change everything you know about Africa.” It’s an up coming TV Channel that has got tongues wagging for months. We have heard of the reality show with kate Henshaw and three other actresses, we have also heard that Dolapo Oni has moved from 53 Extra to join Mo as presenter and that Banky W and Tiwa Savage will be handling a show on the station. Rich content and good staffing are a good way to start, here is more. SEE MORE AFTER CUT>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Moguls who have significant influence in media, entertainment, business, political and economic landscapes on the African continent are set to be honored at a soon-to-hold event which has been described as potentially one of the biggest and most prestigious events in Africa in the year 2013.The event holding at Tinapa Resort, Calabar, Cross River State, will celebrate important personalities who wield significant influence in Africa.The landmark event is the launch of EbonyLife TV, Africa’s first global black entertainment channel which is scheduled to hold on Sunday, June 30, in Lagos.The awards, coming after months of intense research and a thorough verification exercise by Forbes, is being put together by EbonyLife TV and will be presented by none other than Mr. Steve Forbes of Forbes Media, world renowned establishment which has become an insignia of distinction across the world for recognizing worthy business decision-makers, investors and progressive individuals for making real impact around the world by stimulating business growth, spearheading innovation, creating employment and influencing great change in the economy of the world, or of their nation.
The landmark event is the launch of EbonyLife TV, Africa’s first global black entertainment channel which is scheduled to hold in June 30, 2013 in Lagos. A major highlight of the launch will be the celebration of important personalities who have and continue to have significant influence on the media, entertainment, business, political and economic landscapes of the African continent. The awards, coming after months of intense research and a thorough verification exercise by Forbes, are being awarded by EbonyLife TV and will be presented by none other than Mr. Steve Forbes of Forbes Media, world renowned establishment which has become an insignia of distinction across the world for recognizing worthy business decision-makers, investors and progressive individuals for making real impact around the world by stimulating business growth, spearheading innovation, creating employment and influencing great change in the economy of the world, or of their nation.
The award recipients include the following:
1. His Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan GCFR, for his administration’s support to the Nigerian Media & Entertainment Industry.
2. His Excellency, President John Dramani Mahama of the Republic of Ghana, for presiding over a country being selected as one of the best to do business in, globally.
3. His Excellency, President Jacob Zuma of the Republic of South Africa, for presiding over the first African Country to host The FIFA World Cup.
4. His Excellency, President Paul Kagame of the Republic of Rwanda, for presiding over a nation selected as one of the best countries to do business in, globally.
5. Tope Shonubi, Tonye Cole and Ade Odunsi: founders of Sahara Energy Resources Limited for their contribution to the Nigerian Oil & Gas Industry.
6. Isabel Dos Santos, for being the richest woman in Africa.
7. Uzoamaka Maduka, for being celebrated as a young African Achiever.
8. Toyin Odutola, for being celebrated as a young African Achiever.
9. Joke Silva, for her contribution and development of the Film & TV Industry in Africa.
10. King Sunny Ade, for his contribution and development of African Music.
11. Ebenezer Obey, for his contribution and development of African Music.
12. Onyeka Onwenu, for her contribution and development of African Music.
13. Sir Victor Olaiya, for his contribution and development of African Music.
14. Innocent (Tuface) Idibia, for his contribution and development of African Music.
15. Deola Sagoe, for her contribution and development to the African Fashion Industry.
EbonyLife TV is revolutionizing Media and Entertainment in Nigeria and across Africa. Located in Tinapa, Cross River State, EbonyLife TV is proudly made in Nigeria by passionate Nigerians. EbonyLife TV is the first Global Black Entertainment Network in Nigeria, and indeed, Africa. The channel’s vision is to be the Preferred Global Network for Premium African Entertainment, by creating Original, Premium and Inspiring content with an African Soul that showcases the best of Africa for a Global audience. EbonyLife TV Launches Pan Africa wide on the DSTV Platform on the 1st of July 2013 on Channel 165. Channel champions supporting EbonyLife TV include Cross River State Government, MTN, Nigerian Breweries and the United States Government. Upon the unveiling of the Channel which will sit exclusively on the DStv platform, it will immediately be transmitting to and watched in over 46 African Countries and by over 8 million viewers. EbonyLife TV’s Roll Out distribution strategy also includes major international platforms in the UK, United States, Brazil, Canada and other parts of Europe.
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