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  • NFC debunks rumours of Ali Nuhu’s death

    NFC debunks rumours of Ali Nuhu’s death

    The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) has denied reports circulating on social media about the death of its managing director, Ali Nuhu.

    In a statement issued by the director of public affairs, Brian Etuk, the corporation described the claims as malicious, injurious, and entirely false.

    Nuhu, who was appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on February 12, 2024, is alive and actively performing his duties as the Chief Executive of NFC.

    The false reports began spreading after a Facebook user named Ifeoma Chigbo shared a video alleging Nuhu’s demise.

    Another post claimed he died in a fatal car accident.

    The statement read, “The attention of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) has been drawn to the purported passing of Dr. Ali Nuhu, its current Managing Director/Chief Executive being orchestrated within the social media space; and wishes to officially and unambiguously inform the general public that the reports, including videos laced with the pictures of Dr. Ali Nuhu are not only malicious, injurious but false in their entirety.

    “Dr. Ali Nuhu is alive, well and discharging the responsibilities of the office of NFC’s Chief Executive, having been appointed by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) on February 12, 2024. NFC wishes to draw the attention of perpetrators of these uncouth and dastardly acts, including their sponsors of the dire and unmistakable consequences of their actions, no matter the innocuousness of their intent.

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    However, the NFC has assured the public that measures are being taken to identify and address those responsible for spreading the false information.

    The corporation appreciates the genuine concerns expressed by the public and stakeholders but urges everyone to disregard the false reports.

    The NFC has warned that there will be consequences for those found responsible for the malicious claims, emphasising its commitment to addressing and preventing such incidents in the future.

    It added, “Meanwhile, appropriate measures have been initiated to arrest this ugly, baleful and unsatisfactory conduct and trend. NFC appreciates the genuine concerns expressed by the general public, private and public sector stakeholders as a result of the above”.

  • Ali Nuhu meets Shaibu Husseini for collaboration

    Ali Nuhu meets Shaibu Husseini for collaboration

    The Managing Director of the Nigeria Film Corporation, Ali Nuhu recently paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Director of the National Film and Video Censors Board, Shaibu Husseini, Phd.

    The Nation was reliably informed that the star actor visited Shaibu in his Abuja office in Abuja.

    It was further gathered that the two chief executives spent time discussing how to move the entertainment landscape forward.

    Nuhu and Shaibu, it was gathered, have agreed to collaborate in taking the Nigerian film industry to a greater height.

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    The two unanimously resolved to collaborate and be on the same page on matters regarding the sector for the overall growth of the industry.

    Nuhu and Shaibu have been major stakeholders on the Nigerian film scene with each of them contributing to the development of the industry in different capacities.

    While Nuhu is a celebrated actor, director, and producer, Shaibu is a film critic, writer, and member of the judges of Africa Movie Academy Awards, AMAA.

  • Ali Nuhu’s belief in indigenous movies

    FOREMOST Kannywood actor, Ali Nuhu, was in top spirit when he won the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award (AMVCA) in Lagos, last Saturday.

    His movie, ‘Monsoor’, a flick about the plight of children born out of wedlock won Best Indigenous Movie/TV series Hausa. But the actor wants more.

    “I think Africa Magic is doing very well by encouraging indigenous filmmakers,” he said. “But I still want to plead that this industry (Kannywood) should be included in all categories like the technical category. They should be in contention because you get to see some very good movies but they restrict them to just indigenous category which I don’t think is fair.  I think they should spread across and get some nominations in other categories.”

  • Omotola, Ali Nuhu, Imasuen get BON Awards

    Omotola, Ali Nuhu, Imasuen get BON Awards

    The ninth edition of the Best of Nollywood ( BON ) Awards holds today, Saturday, December 16, at the Cultural Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun state.

    This year’s edition which will be hosted by the Senator Ibikunle Amosun-led Ogun State government will have Kannywood sensation, Rahama Sadau and Tinsel star cum model, Gbenro Ajibade, act as comperes while Jaywon and other artistes would perform at the ceremony.

    “The current administration in Ogun State is proud to be identified with this event and we promise to give all the needed support to ensure that this year’s edition is an even greater success story,” Dayo Adeneye, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, said.

    And with expectant nominees straddling different categories, the trio of Omotola Jalade-Ekehinde, Ali Nuhu and filmmaker, Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, are the recipients of the Best of Nollywood Awards 2017 Special Recognition award.

    Speaking on the Special Recognition Award, the executive producer, Seun Oloketuyi said, “Every year, we take it upon ourselves to recall the sacrifices and strides of those elders whose arts and artistry have catalysed the growth and global acceptance that Nollywood enjoys today. We don’t want to wait until these veterans are dead to give them posthumous awards, which is why we have decided to celebrate them while they are still alive and active. Besides, this year’s honourees are a source of inspiration to young actors and budding filmmakers across Nigeria and beyond.”

    Meanwhile, leading telecommunications company, Airtel, according to Oloketuyi, has thrown its weight behind this year’s awards ceremony.

    “We are happy to have Airtel on board this year. We hope the partnership would be even more mutually beneficial in the years ahead,” Oloketuyi said.

  • Omotola, Ali Nuhu for BON special recognition award

    SUPERSTAR actors, Omotola Jalade-Ekehinde and Ali Nuhu, alongside filmmaker, Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, will be bestowed with the Best of Nollywood Special Recognition award, organisers have announced.

    The event holds Saturday, December 16 at the Cultural Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The chief host is the state governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun.

    Speaking on the choice of the awardees, Seun Oloketuyi, executive producer, BON Awards, said, “We are glad to announce Omotola Jalade Ekehinde, Ali Nuhu and Lancelot Oduwa-Imasuen as recipients of this year’s Special Recognition Awards. You would concur that they deserve it for their achievements and contributions to the industry.”

    Describing Omotola as perhaps Nigeria’s biggest cinematic export, Oloketuyi said; “There was no contest in her choice in spite of her relatively young age. Here is a lady who broke into the industry before she turned 18 and two decades after, is still a veritable box-office face in an industry known for ephemeral stars. It goes beyond luck. The recognition from TIME Magazine as one of the Most Influential 100 people in the world in 2013 is a pointer to her relentless artistic enterprise and ingenuity. And we at BON Awards are happy to be associated with such iconic actor.”

    In the same vein, Oloketuyi spoke glowingly about Lancelot Oduwa-Imasuen who he describes as a director’s director. “Lancelot’s longevity and relevance in Nollywood is the stuff of legends. In spite of the incursion of younger, technology-savvy directors into Nollywood, Lancelot has evolved and attained a pied piper status of sort. He deserves the recognition like the others.”

    Over the years, the BON Awards Special Recognition has been received by among other actors, Liz Benson-Ameye, Nobert Young, Pete Edochie, Adebayo Salami and Kasim Yaro, a legend in the Hausa entertainment industry.

  • Ali Nuhu becomes medical consultant

    Ali Nuhu becomes medical consultant

    Popular Hausa actor, Ali Nuhu, is now a medical consultant. The actor has kicked off the New Year as the face of Speedy Recovery International Health Care Services.
    According to the actor, the new project is for all friends and fans that need advanced medical and surgical treatment in India.
    The actor also stated that he can be contacted directly on alinuhu@speedyrecovery.in
    Ali Nuhu is an actor based in the northern Nigeria. He holds a Bsc in Geography from the University of Jos and ventured into the movie industry on completing his youth Corp service in the year 1999.
    He has featured in both English and Hausa movies.

  • Filmhouse unveils Ali Nuhu as brand ambassador

    Filmhouse unveils Ali Nuhu as brand ambassador

    It is a season of celebration for Kannywood actor, Ali Nuhu, as he has been named brand ambassador for Filmhouse Cinema, Kano. The award winning actor was ushered into his new role on Thursday.

    The new cinema house, which was opened at Ado Bayero Mall, Kano, followed the opening of an outlet in Apapa, Lagos, recently.

    The actor took to his Instagram page to share the news with his fans, saying, “Brand Ambassador Filmhouse, Ado Bayero Mall, Kano, as it opens today.”

    Nuhu’s appointment is coming shortly after his recent victory at the 2015 edition of the MTN/Kannywood awards, where he was given the Best Actor (Popular Category) at the ceremony.

    An excited Nuhu had also showed off his award on Instagram, clutching his plaque with the caption; “Just won the Best Actor award (Popular Category) in the MTN/KANNYWOODS 2015”.

    Born in March, 1974, Nuhu is a Nigerian actor, producer and director who is generally regarded as one of the most prominent figures in Kannywood. To his credit, he has won the Best Upcoming Actor award at the 3rd Africa Movie Academy Awards. He was also nominated as the Best Actor in a supporting role at the 9th Africa Movie Academy Awards and won Best Actor in a film at the 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards.

  • Ali Nuhu is Kannywood’s best actor

    Ali Nuhu is Kannywood’s best actor

    Popular Hausa actor, Ali Nihu, has been named Best Actor in the popular category of the 2015 edition of the MTN/Kannywood awards which held Saturday.

    Apparently excited, the cross-over actor took to his Instagram page to show off his trophy, which he clutched in a photograph, with the caption; “Just won the Best Actor award (Popular Category) in the MTN/KANNYWOODS 2015”.

    Born in March, 1974, Nuhu is a Nigerian actor, producer and director generally regarded as one of the most prominent figures in Kano film industry, otherwise called Kannywood. An ambassador of several brands, Nuhu, won the Best Upcoming Actor award at the third edition of the popular Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA). He was also nominated as the Best Actor in a supporting role at the 9th AMAA, and also won Best Actor in a film at the 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards.

    He holds a degree in Geography from the University of Jos and is married with two kids. The actor has featured in movies like Ina Mijina, Zo mu zauna, Rawani, Yanayi, Sitanda, Queen of the jungle and Burning Spear. He is also one of the prominent figures in the advocacy TV series, Wetin Dey.