FIDE DAYO : Writer, Director, Actor, Producer.

Fide Dayo is a Nigerian filmmaker born into the Ekundayo family in Lagos, Nigeria.

His father was a local builder and his mother a seamstress in Yaba (Lagos). Fide was raised in Lagos during the Bruce Lee era and the era of romantic indian films along with the famous television, comedy series ‘The Village Headmaster’. However, this was by no means the influence thatwould spark his career in film.

Rather it was during his time living in Florence, Italy, where he studied architecture that his true inspiration for film creation was born. The film ‘Roots’ was the first seed planted in his journey towards filmmaking.

This film was narrated to Fide as a young boy, by his parents, through fairy tales and is instrumental in progressing his film career, as seen today. Fide attended film school to learn story narration through visual images. Fide strongly believes that his study of architecture was one of the main components that has enabled him in his movie making.

His first short film is ‘The girl with the little black book’, in (2000). Followed by a series of other short films:‘The front line’ (2001), ‘Diaspora’ (2002), ‘Fuga’ (2004), ‘That Day’ (2006). Two documentaries: ‘Who are the Yoruba’s’ (2008), ‘Identity on the move to integrate different worlds’ (2009).

Finally, Fide had a breakthrough with his first feature film ‘Ben Kross’ (2011) in which he played the lead role as Ben Kross, a Nigerian immigrant worker, in Italy, who takes the risk of loosing his entire pension as a result of Italian government bureaucracy. Ben Kross was nominated as best film by an African film director living abroad, by the African Movie Academy Award 2012, (AMAA). In 2016, Dayo launched the film,
‘Minister’.

Contact: fidedayo@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/Fide-Dayo-443198122511176/

HUMBLED TO RECEIVE THE PRESTIGIOUS CA AWARDS (CHUB MAGAZINE CREATIVITY AWARD)AT THE DOUBLE TREE, HILTON HOTEL, KENSINGTON, CENTRAL LONDON

The Prestigious CA AWARDS (CHUB MAGAZINE CREATIVITY AWARD) aimed at recognising and celebrating excellence in creativity, leadership and enterprise took place at The Double Tree, Hilton Hotel, Kensington, yesterday Saturday the 25th of November 2017-11-26
I was humbled to receive an ICON RECOGNITION AWARD for my involvement in promoting the success stories of Africans in the Diaspora and in many communities
Even though this is my 18th Award, it simply feels like the first
I would like to thank the amazing CA AWARDS team for honouring me with this award,
Special thanks to Prince Eze Ihenacho, Sister Fauntee Bon, Brother Emeka Anyanwu and Professor Rotimi Jaiyesimi – I am humbled
Each day is a new opportunity to BE the CHANGE we want to SEE in society. The Journey of a True Leader starts from within, when we are passionate about our purpose and our vision- NEW STORIES START TO UNFOLD

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CA Awards is a prestigious award recognising and celebrating excellence in creativity, leadership and enterprise.

The 3rd annual awards dinner will feature the crème of the community, professionals, leaders and entrepreneurs of all walks of life.

Date: 25th November 2017

Time: 6pm – 12am

Venue: Doubletree By Hilton Westminster. 30 John Islip. London,SW1P 4DD.

Ticket details and benefits.

1. VVIP Tickets: – Drinks reception, 3 course meal, half bottle of wine per person, bottled water and juice drinks.

2. VIP Tickets: 3 course meal, wine, and water and juice per table.

3. General ticket: 3 Course Meal, water and soft drinks.

HEN: 2nd Maths Skills Program
A 15-year-old Nigerian student Ikeoluwa Abioye got 9 A1s in the 2017 May/June West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE. And further proceeded to score 305 in her Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, conducted by the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board, JAMB. Genius!!! Congratulations an inspiration for every student to emulate.

There are many brilliant students like Ikeoluwa in our public primary and secondary school in Nigeria, let us discover and support them most especially those from the less privileged background. On Friday 24th November 2017, Our Foundation 2nd Phase Maths Skills Program are coming up in Abeokuta Ogun State, an opportunity to helps children love Maths and build confidence, helps to reduce Maths anxiety and an engaging game helping children get better at mental Maths while playing and not realizing.

CA Awards is a prestigious award recognising and celebrating excellence in creativity, leadership and enterprise.

The 3rd annual awards dinner will feature the crème of the community, professionals, leaders and entrepreneurs of all walks of life.

Date: 25th November 2017

Time: 6pm – 12am

Venue: Doubletree By Hilton Westminster. 30 John Islip. London,SW1P 4DD.

Ticket details and benefits.

1. VVIP Tickets: – Drinks reception, 3 course meal, half bottle of wine per person, bottled water and juice drinks.

2. VIP Tickets: 3 course meal, wine, and water and juice per table.

3. General ticket: 3 Course Meal, water and soft drinks.

As  the new festive season fast approaches, I am pleased to inform you that copies of MY 2^ND PUBLISHED BOOK “THER SOUND OF RUNNING WATER” are now available to order for Christmas

“THE SOUND OF RUNNING WATER” is a gift book of proverbs on personal development and positive thinking aimed at empowering young people and adults around the world with a fulfilling sense of vision and a positive energy which is often lacking in today’s world.

The book was also written to remind us that ALL GOOD THINGS IN LIFE ARE POSSIBLE, once we put out mind to anything good we want to achieve

So why not put a smile on the face of a loved one, family or friend this Christmas

GET YOUR COPY TODAY AND PLACE YOUR PAYPAL ORDER OF JUST 5 POUNDS TO THE EMAIL afripoet@hotmail.com      

FINALLY ONITSHA INVASION OF GATHERING OF MENTORS 6TH EDITION

Date: December 8th 2017
Time : 10am dot
Venue : Chillis Food. No 55 Oraefite street Awada opposite ABS Onitsha..

 The amazing town of Reading comes to life on the 25th of November  as Mr Israel Onoriode takes centre stage to organize an amazing initiative called “BLACK FUTURE” – An Exhibition of Black People

The event is aimed at bringing BLACK PEOPLE together from different social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to create more inspirational narratives and success stories for the future.

BLACK FUTURE is a FREE EVENT and shall be taking place at THE WAREHOUSE, 1A CUMBERLAND ROAD, OFF LONDON ROAD, NEW TOWN, READING BERKSHIRE , RG1 3LB

FOR MORE INFO, RING 07551286885 or EMAIL blackposterity@gmail.com

ALSO VISIT THE BLOG @ www.blackposterityforum.blogspot.co.uk  

ABOUT ISRAEL ONORIODE

Israel Godson Onoriode also knows as Dj real O’rael is originally an actor, songwriter and a radio presenter. He also does event video and photography. Isreal is  The eighth of nine children from the family of Gabriel Onoriode Uge, his love for music entertainment and media was first noticed when he was 2 years old as he would dance and sing for anyone, he eventually started making money performing at the tender age of nine. He knew and would talk about all programs especially films on TV.

Israels  passion for creativity took him to becoming a member of Stars theatre one of the most popular dance theatres in Benin City, Nigeria around late 80s and early 90s. He also featured in a couple of episodes of the comedy variety show on Edo state broadcasting corporation EBS While an undergraduate at the University of Portharcourt, he was always chosen as one of the delegate to represent the University at the annual National University Theatre Arts Festival (NUTAF). He was also one of the actors on the Rivers state entry of the then Nigerian International Bank (NIB) Annual Production It was not until he relocated to the UK that he started giving more attention his music.

He released his first highlife CD in 2007 and  again his hunger to express his passion in images led him to start Realmultimedia originally called Realife images – a video and photography event coverage business that same year.

Realmultimedia have shot about 33 events since then. They are looking forward to doing feature films from next year. Israel Onoriode DJ real, the soul man as he is fondly know on radio is the host of Real Vibez and The African Show (from 6- 8pm every Tuesday) where they examine the music, lifestyle, culture and traditions of a particular African country every month on Blast1386 the UK, Reading based radio station. Israel Onoriode is the founder of Realpraisefestival (www.realpraisefestival.co.uk) a Christian whole day praise festival and LIVING IT an annual music and general entertainment initiative where they showcase and encourage acts especially youth groups to live their acts. Some of his works on stage • Samuel Beckett’s one man play Act Without Word, Directed by Yibo Koko (Man) 1991 • Miesoinuma H S Minima’s Odum Egege – Directed by Comish Ekiye for Nigerian International Bank (NIB) Annual Production (Ikechi) 1997 • Don Pedro Obaseki’s OBASEKI, directed by Pedro Obaseki (Igbinovia) 2001, 2002 & 2003 • Don Pedro Obaseki’s AZAGIDI, directed by Pedro Obaseki (Fool) 2003 • Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Preach directed by Chris Moran for progress theatre. Reading. UK (The Magician) 2005 Films: • Aziba (1999) directed by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen (Ebah) • Tara (2000) director by Don Pedro Obaseki (Anslem) • Brave Soldier (2000) directed by Don Pedro Obaseki (Policeman) • The Reverend (2001) directed by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen (Police Officer) • Afro (2002) directed by Charles Novia (Native Doctor) • Sinners in the House (2003) directed by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen (Medical Doctor) • Blood Diamond (2012) By The Film and Video Makers club Reading, UK (Diamond Dealer) • Escape (2014) The Film and Video Makers club Reading entry at the Reading Fringes Film Festival. TV Soap • ZENITH (2004) Soap Opera on African Independent Television (AIT) (John)

 Profile of Bashir Olalekan Obasekola, PhD

Dr Bashir Olalekan Obasekola is a graduate of Economics from Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (formerly Patrice Lumumba Peoples’ Friendship University), Moscow. He came to USSR in 1986 as a private student on Soviet Union’s friendship scholarship. He graduated in 1992 with MSc (with distinction). He later proceeded to pursue his doctorate degree in the same University, which he successfully completed in 1995 with a PhD.

Dr Obasekola currently works as a Director of Economics at the Finance Department of a Publishing House “Independent Media”, a multinational corporation, one of the biggest and most renowned publishing houses in Russia, which publishes several women’s and men’s glossy magazines in Russia and other CIS countries.

In 1995-1997, Dr Obasekola had a brief stint as an Adjunct Lecturer at the Department of Finance and Accounting in the faculty of Economics & Law of the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia.

Besides his professional career, Dr Bashir Obasekola is very active amongst Nigerians and African communities in Russia and beyond. He is a member of a number of social and cultural organizations of Nigerians, Africans and Foreigners in Russia. Over the years he has participated and represented Nigeria in various national and international conferences in and outside Russia. He has made a number of publications in specialized or learned journals, including popular print and online magazines and newspapers. He is always a reference on issues relating to Nigerians, Africans and foreigners in Russia. Hence he is a sought after commentator, research participant and speaker on the life and living of Africans in Russia. He is a tireless promoter of Nigerian image, one of the reasons why he is fondly referred to by his Russians colleagues as the unofficial Nigerian Ambassador, who often features on Russian Television and Radio on contemporary issues on Nigeria economy and politics.

As an active community activist, Dr Obasekola had held several key posts in different non-governmental Nigerian and foreigners organizations in Russia. He has strong passion for the youth and their development. Under his tutelage, several Nigerian youth have become engaged in Nigerian community activities in Russia. He is founding member and a Board member of an organization for immigrants in Russia, a Federation of Migrants in Russia.

In 1988-1989, he was the President of the Union of Nigerian Students in Peoples’ Friendship University. Even though he was never a Nigerian government sponsored student, Dr Obasekola dedicated most of his time to gear up all students to patriotism, good citizenship and promotion of Nigeria.

From 2001 to 2008, Dr Obasekola was the President-General of the Nigerian Community Russia. His experience as former students’ leader was handy when he was chosen as the leader of the Nigerian Community to bridge the differences between all the various strata of Nigerians residing in Russia, he worked with dedication and passion to nurture the organization to a level of acceptance by many Nigerians and recognition by the local institutions and authorities.

Between 2012 to 2014 Dr Obasekola was the Chairman of the Russian Chapter of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organization Europe (NIDOE-Russia).

From February 2014 till November 2016, Dr Bashir Obasekola was the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Nigerians In Diaspora Organisation Europe (NIDOE). During his tenure, he was instrumental to the reform of the Organisation. He was also part of the team that actualized the establishment of Nigerians in Diaspora Worldwide, a collaborative special purpose vehicle for the Nigerians in Diaspora leadership.

Dr Obasekola is a dedicated volunteer and philanthropist, who has given generously of his time, expertise, and financial resources to impact on lives of students and individuals in need. He is a role model to many Nigerians for his simplicity, accessibility and exceeding humility and leadership by example.

Dr Obasekola is a recipient of several honors and appreciations from different Nigerian and Russian organizations, in recognition of his selfless service and contributions to the development and unity amongst the community of Nigerians in Russia. In 2009, he got a merit award from the Embassy of Nigeria in Russia as recognition for his numerous supports and assistance to fellow Nigerians and the Nigerian Embassy in Russia.

Dr Bashir Olalekan Obasekola hails from Emure-Ile, Owo local government area of Ondo State, Nigeria. He was born in June 1967.

The African Business Women organizes an amazing African and Caribbean business expo on Saturday 11/11/17. At Brixton Community Base, 41 Tamar Road, SW2 1AS. 6PM -9PM. This is an initiative you cannot afford to miss – BE THERE

Information about the founder can be found below

ABOUT THE FOUNDER OF AFRICAN BUSINESS WOMEN- BERNADETTE ABU

Bernadette hold BA Hons Accounting and Finance, currently studying Masters in Business Administration at the University of West London. She is a Fellow member of International Association of Bookkeepers ( IAB); member of Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), member Chartered  Management Institution (CMI), and member of Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) . She is an ex-service personnel of the British Army where she served 6 years.

Talented and dedicated Entrepreneur founder of African Business Women, founder and CEO of Infigures Ltd and Kommunti Ltd also the Co-founder of Combat Recruitment Ltd. Bookkeeper and Accountant Certified QuickBooks On-line Pro Advisor. Business Consultant, Trainer, Public Speaker and Business Director.  Help Businesses to reduce their Income Absorbing Activities so that they can focus on their income producing activities. Can prepare for organisation their Management Accounting , Balance sheet,  bank reconciliation, Financial Accounting and reports . Offer QuickBooks Training and set-up to company and individual, offer full range of accounting and Tax Returns, Payroll services, Business Training . She is keen in empowering Women to be financially stable and help them with their Business Strategies and Business growth. She inspire, empower and motivate women.