Thursday, February 12, 2015

2015 Elections: Nigerian Entertainers Take Sides

The 2015 Elections will now take place in March and Nigerian entertainers are not left in the fray as most of them are pitching tents with parties and candidates of their choice. But there seems to be a divide among entertainers; those in the movie industry seem to be tilted towards PDP mainly due to the intervention fund recently injected into the movie industry while the artistes are naturally attracted to APC due to the thriving environment Lagos provides the music industry. AHMED BOULOR writes…

APC:

Iceprince

Chocolate city rapper Iceprince Zamani seems to be putting his money where his mouth is by endorsing the candidature of Akinwumi Ambode of the All Progressive Congress (APC).

The talented rapper who lives in the suburbs of Ogudu G.R.A in Lagos seem settled in his place of abode. This is coupled with the high octane night life and the numerous business opportunities that the city of Lagos presents to budding and established entertainers alike.

Iceprince was one of the many entertainers that showed up for the Corporate Lagos Exclusive dinner staged at the Oriental Hotels weeks ago- an event hosted by Akinwumi Ambode.

Banky W

EME Records honcho, Banky W is surely enjoying and reaping the benefits of his return to the city of Lagos after his stint abroad as a teenager.

The talented vocalist became an instant hit after he dropped his single titled Ojuelegba which got massive rotation on air and ever since that break, Banky W has not looked back.

The savvy R&B Pop act is a staunch supporter of the All Progressive Congress (APC); he was one of the prominent celebrity faces spotted at the Exclusive Corporate Dinner hosted by Akinwumi Ambode.

M.I

Jude Abaga aka M.I once spoke about how he left the city of Jos for Lagos with less than three thousand naira in his pocket and the burning ambition to become a successful rapper.

Suffice to say that M.I has achieved beyond his dreams as he is now being regarded as one of the best rappers on the continent of Africa. The rapper also has a handful of awards and recognition to show for his efforts.

At the Exclusive Corporate Lagos Dinner staged at the Oriental Hotels, M.I cited a scenario when he unexpectedly got a call from Ambode months after he dropped his debut album telling him (M.I) that he is a staunch fan.

That singular act according to M.I endeared him to the All Progressive Congress (APC). The fact that his career has also assumed unbelievable heights ever since he journeyed to Lagos is also considered a factor why the rapper is rooting for APC in the forthcoming elections. 

Funke Akindele

Versatile thespian Funke Akindele has virtually spent the better part of her life building her already thriving career in the bubbly city of Lagos.

She became a regular face on tube after her appearance in the now rested teen soap titled, I Need To Know, while she was still an undergraduate of the University of Lagos.

Funke has grown to become a household name on the movie scene especially with the massive acceptance of her Jenifa series which went viral at the time.

A staunch member of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Funke features prominently on the Ambode theme song video currently being aired on local TV stations.


KSB


Kennis Music signee Kenny Saint Best has been in the forefront of activities for the All Progressive Congress (APC) despite losing out during the party's House of Representatives primaries staged last year.


The gospel singer has been ever present at most APC political rallies and strategy meetings. She has even gone further by showing-off pictures from APC meetings with key chieftains including the party’s presidential candidate, Muhammadu Buhari, Yemi Osinbajo and Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomole on social media.


Mavin Crew


The entire members of the Mavin Crew are staunch supporters of the All Progressive Congress (APC). The crew has been spotted at some APC rallies staged in various locations in Lagos State.


Mavin honcho Don Jazzy is at the forefront of the campaign for APC as an ambassador. So also are: D'Prince, Dr. Sid, Tiwa Savage, Reekado Banks, AproDija and Korede Bello.


The entire crew was spotted grinning from ear to ear at the APC Presidential Campaign staged at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos recently.


Other Confirmed Supporters of APC

Dammy Krane

Olamide

Dayo Adeneye

Desmond Elliot

Yemi Alade

Iyanya

Jimmy Jatt

Gbenga Adeyinka



PDP:


Gordon's


Hilarious comedian Gordon's has never hidden his love for President Goodluck Jonathan and many say his love stems from the fact that himself and the President originate from the same region- Niger Delta.


Gordon’s was at the forefront of the campaign for Goodluck Jonathan operating as a spokesman on behalf of the rest of entertainers present on stage at the Presidential rally staged in Asaba Delta State about a week ago.


The spontaneous comedian spoke well about Jonathan’s administration and his policies asking the electorate to give him another chance to complete his transformation agenda.


Oritsefemi


Moments after delivering a scintillating performance at Jonathan’s Presidential Campaign staged last month at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos, Oritsefemi Ekele Majemite was signed to be on the president’s campaign team.


The Double Wahala crooner was also spotted at the Akure leg of Jonathan’s campaign as he thrilled guest with his hit numbers and also released an official song for the president titled Great Jonathan.


Delta State born Oritsefemi is now smiling to the bank considering the fact that his take home package for each campaign appearance is said to be worth the while.


Mercy Johnson


Pregnant Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson Okojie has revealed that her alliance and loyalty in the forthcoming general elections will be entrusted in the hands of President Jonathan.


The ebony thespian squealed that much in a recent interview she granted a campus magazine published recently. Mercy pledged her support for Jonathan citing several reasons and noted that she believes he should be given more time to complete his transformation agenda.


“He deserves another chance. This is a president who has good intentions for the nation. He is by no means a perfect man but he means well and he has apparently learnt from his weaknesses in the last four years.


We must continue to believe in this great nation of ours. Nigeria belongs to us. The president cannot do it alone. He needs our help and we should not let him down at a time like this when he needs our votes to get the job done,” she said.


Patience Ozokwor


Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor is an exciting and controversial character any day. Mama G as she is popularly referred to as on screen is a staunch supporter of President Jonathan’s government and policies.


The intervention fund handed over to the movie sector seems to have heightened expectations of a better motion picture industry and Patience is excited at the prospects and positives that the cash injection portends for the movie industry in years ahead.


At the Presidential rally staged in Asaba Delta State about a week ago, the actress spoke glowingly about the strides of Goodluck Jonathan and his contribution towards the advancement of the motion picture industry and other sectors of the economy.


Toyin Aimakhu


Few days after weathering the storm of an alleged crash in her marriage, Nollywood actress Toyin Aimakhu was in the news again.


It is no news that several movie stars as well as their colleagues in other sectors of the entertainment industry have been drumming support for the re-election of President Goodluck Jonathan.


The fair skinned thespian unavoidably joined the fray after she shared a picture of herself with Nigeria's number one citizen, President Jonathan at a recent function.


The picture showed Toyin in front of the President with a little smiley pout as the President watches with a grin.


D'Banj


Eccentric entertainer D'Banj who goes by the moniker Kokomaster is an avid supporter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and he is also an enthusiast of the Agricultural policies of President Jonathan.


It could be recalled that the energetic performer made a firm statement in the minds of many when he penned an endorsement deal with the Beats by Dre franchise last year.


And in an attempt to show his unalloyed support for Mr President, D’Banj presented Jonathan with a specially designed edition of his customized Beats by Dre headphones.


The artiste made the presentation at the launch of the Youth Employment in Agriculture Programme (YEAP) by His Excellency, in Abuja late last year.


Other Confirmed Supporters of PDP


Daddy Showkey

Fred Amata

Ramsey Nouah

Omoni Oboli

Ini Edo

Omobaba

Afrocandy

Kingsley Ogoro












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