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  • Gbenga Adeyinka, AY laud Maltina

    Gbenga Adeyinka, AY laud Maltina

    Following the successful hosting of the first leg of their shows on Easter Sunday in Lagos and Ibadan, ace comedians, Ayodeji Makun, alias AY, and Gbenga Adeyinka 1st, have commended Maltina, the premium malt drink from the stable of Nigerian Breweries Plc., for sponsoring their live shows.
    Maltina had sponsored the shows under a new platform called Laugh Out Loud (LOL).
    Obviously delighted about the sponsorship, AY said: “The AY Show has been received warmly by Lagosians as was evident with the huge turnout during the Easter show. I had laboured frantically behind the scene to make previous editions successful. However, with Maltina L.O.L coming to my rescue, we were able to give our fans nothing but a good outing. I prayed and waited for this opportunity because we have not had corporate sponsors in the past. The AY Live can only get better with Maltina in the mix.”
    In the same vein, Gbenga Adeyinka 1st, who hosted a successful Laffmatazz show in Ibadan, recalled that he had promised his fans in the South West to expect exciting moments with Laffmatazz.
    “It was my desire to take comedy to uncharted courses in the South West of Nigeria.  I was able to achieve this with the support of Nigeria’s number one malt drink, Maltina. This year’s show was awesome as 32 artistes rocked the stage in Ibadan. I am pleased with the collaboration of MaltinaLau-gh.Out.Loud,” he said.
    The show’s glitz and glamour attracted people to the venues, as they came in various colours that depicted happiness and fun. It was also a time for bonding and connection, as friends, families and celebrities interacted and shared happy moments together.
    The Maltina Lounge was a beehive of activities as the “happiness wall” became the centre of attraction, where guests were offered pens to express their true meaning of happiness. There were also booths, where cash was won and redeemed instantly. A specially built entertainment couch, where interviews were conducted was also part of the lounge.
    One of the winners, Mrs. Ngozi Nwosu, applauded Maltina for connecting with consumers at various touch points.  “I came here with limited cash, but now, I am richer,” she said.
    The Senior Brand Manager, Maltina, Adewole Adedeji, said both AY Live and Gbenga Adeyinka’s Laffmatazz had confirmed their true positions as the biggest gathering that provides bonding and happiness for everyone.
    It will be recalled that at the media briefing in Lagos a few weeks ago, both comedians had the opportunity to reinstate their pedigree in the Nigerian entertainment industry, where they maintained that Maltina LOL would heighten the relevance of their shows.
    Among the musicians and comedians who rocked the stage in Lagos and Ibadan were Ursbebe,  AY, Gbenga Adeyinka,  I Go Die, Gordons, Elenu, Apkororo, Helen Paul, Funny Bone, Osama, Pencil, Ajebo, Shina Peters, Tiwa Savage, Kcee, Davido, J. Martins, Oritshe Femi,   Ali Baba, Tu Face Idibia, Julius Agwu, 9ice, M.I and Laffup, among others.

  • Gbenga Adeyinka’s gets Maltina endorsement

    Gbenga Adeyinka’s gets Maltina endorsement

    IN line with its slogan, ‘Share Happiness’, premium malt beverage of Nigerian Breweries Plc., Maltina, has thrown its weight behind two popular comedy shows in Nigeria.

    The project is anchored on a new initiative tagged ‘Maltina Laugh Out Loud’ with two notable comedy shows, Laffmattazz by Gbenga Adeyinka and AY Live by Ayo Makun, as forerunners.

    “I am sure you will agree with me that Maltina is partnering with two of Nigeria’s greatest comedians, AY and Gbenga Adeyinka 1st,” said Mr. Kufre Ekanem, Corporate Affairs Adviser, Nigerian Breweries Plc., in Lagos.

    According to Ekanem, “AY Live! has been voted the comedy event of the year for the last three years and has gained a large following on social media as those who are present and those unable to make the show seek to share the comedic antics later on. The event is billed for Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos on Easter Sunday. The show will be replicated in Port Harcourt on May 1 (May Day) and in Abuja on June 28 (Eid El Fitr).

    “On the other hand, Laffmatazz, the Gbenga Adeyinka & Friends Comedy and Music Concert, is an experiential platform for the whole family, which features notable Nigerian entertainers in its fourth edition tagged ‘The Evolution’. Maltina will take a sponsorship role with the show, which is scheduled for three locations, beginning with Ibadan on Easter Sunday.”

    The Maltina brand has, over the years, engaged the public with Maltina Dance All, a family-inclined dance reality show. The show, which has run for seven consecutive years, is gearing up for its eighth edition.

    Ekanem further said, “To us ‘Happiness’ is a choice and comedy is a great avenue for us to relax and build the internal oasis of fun. Laughter-as you will all agree-is a positive infection and helps to spread the happiness that we have within us.”

  • STAR hosts revellers to crossover toast

    STAR hosts revellers to crossover toast

    Last night, premium brand of Nigerian Breweries Plc, STAR, hosted what is considered the largest celebratory toast in Africa, with thousands of guests raising their glasses for an auspicious event and celebrations into the New Year.

    The toast, which held at the grand finale of the Lagos Countdown at the Eko Atlantic, attracted thousands of revelers eager to countdown with their favourite brand into the New Year.

    Amiable host, Gbenga Adeyinka, entertained guests with a flurry of jokes and urged the audience to raise their glasses just a few minutes to midnight with thousands joining in the ceremony.

    The special toast was done with a purpose-designed Star Magnum bottle which popped as the clock ticked midnight. Hundreds of thousands of Lagosians, tourists, music fans and celebs clicked glasses and sipped on STAR, as happy new year wishes took over the venue.

    Senior Brand Manager, STAR ,Ita Bassey, expressed appreciation to the thousands who had turned up en masse to countdown with the brand right from the flag off of the Beer Village on December 8th, to the Grand Finale. “This has been a special season for us, made even more so because we were able to share it with our consumers. It’s a very inspiring time for us. We are thrilled that so many could take part in the special toast – the very first of its kind in Africa- and celebrate the new year with us.”

    “From all of us here at STAR and by extension, Nigerian Breweries Plc, we are wishing Nigerians a very prosperous year ahead. 2014 will definitely be a year to ‘shine on,” Added Kufre Ekanem, Corporate Adviser, Nigerian Breweries Plc.

    The Lagos Countdown, in just two years, has become one of the most highly anticipated moments of the year, attracting thousands of Nigerians and foreigners to the Eko Atlantic venue.

    This year, STAR Beer Village was once again one of the most exciting focal points of the Countdown. In less than three weeks, it became a melting spot for thousands of Nigerians and foreigners alike eagerly engaging in the exhilarating line-up of activities such as Karaoke Night, Freestyle Wednesday and Friday, among others.

    Consumers were generously rewarded with lots of fantastic prizes, such as generators, TVs, bags of rice and other gift items.

  • Gbenga Adeyinka speaks on US tour

    CELEBRATED comedian and compere, Gbenga Adeyinka recently concluded a tour of the United Stated in company of other Nigerian entertainers and for the artiste, it was a whole new experience.

    The comedian, who seem to be shuttling between Nigeria and the United States of America in recent times, performed at the Laff Wan Kill Me Die tour that held in Atlanta, Boston, Maryland and Dallas even as Gbenga, whose brand can’t totally be separated from the Star lager brand, was a current feature at this year’s edition of the annual Star Music Trek.

    Just few hours after concluding the Star Trek show, Gbenga returned to the United States of America, where he performed at a United Nations summit.

    “If I tell you I know how it’s happening, I would be lying to you, in all seriousness; I can only but give the grace and success to God almighty for keeping it real. Why I was chosen, I still don’t know but forever would I continue to praise and lift his name higher, like the Nollywood videos, to God be the glory,” Gbenga said on his achievements and increasing popularity.

    Other artistes who took part in the tour were Jedi the comedian, Wale Gates and other bright comedians. “It was fun for me because I never knew the fan base was that huge in the United States of America.” Adeyinka said.

  • Kcee, Okey Bakassi, Gbenga Adeyinka for Bowler Hats Bash

    COME August 3, fun loving Nigerians will be given a treat as the maiden edition of Bowler Hats Bash (BHB) holds. An evening of comedy, music and more, the event comes up at Niteshift Coliseum, Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos.

    Expected to thrill at the gathering include Limpopo exponent, Kcee, Solidstar, Okey Bakassi, Gbenga Adeyinka, Basorge Tariah, AY, African China, Mr. Raw Nwanne, Segun Arinze, Bovi, Elenu and AB Cowboy. The trio of D-Don, D’Lectura and Charles Inojie will anchor the evening groove.

    Organisers say that musician cum radio personality, DJ Stramborella will be on the wheels of steel dishing out hit songs for all to savour at the anticipated evening of high wired fun, relaxation and networking.

    Award winning African Heritage Band, will also be on the Coliseum’s big stage to hold guests spellbound with tantalizing live music as well as support any music star willing to perform live with their highly revered band.

  • Gbenga Adeyinka upbeat about success of Laffmatazz 2013

    ACE comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka, early in the week boasted that his upcoming show, ‘Laffmatazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends’ which is set to be staged in the ancient city of Ibadan will be his best show ever.

    The show which is coming up on Easter Sunday, March 31 at Jogor Center will see actress, Funke Akindele and Davido lead the collection of stars that will grace the event in different capacity.

    Speaking further, Gbenga Adeyinka said his ‘boastful’ statement is not about the high number of stars gracing the event but the level of preparation he and his team are putting into it. ‘I know Funke Akindele and Davido are big so are the other stars coming but this show will be about the total package. I can assure you that you will see all the stars in different elements than you have never seen them before. The level of preparation going into this is huge, I’ve never prepared for any show like this in my career. You know I’ve done quite a number of shows, this will be different, and shows in Ibadan will never be the same again’ he said.

    Actress, Funke Akindele also revealed that she will be rocking Ibadan. ‘I will be bringing ‘art’ to stand-up comedy on Easter Sunday. My performance will be artistic and very funny. I have something special in mind on that day. You all should look forward to it. And I must add, Gbenga Adeyinka impresses me daily with his level of preparation. This will be a good show’ she concluded.