BREAKING NEWS!! “BODE OJO” CONFIRMS PRICE INCREASE FOR “GIAMA” TICKETS ON SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2013!!!

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EVENT FLYERS, “RAMSEY NOUAH” PROMO VIDEO, AND INFORMATION ARE RIGHT BELOW.

For those who do not know, “GIAMA” stands for the “Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards”. This respected event celebrates and promotes the best of African entertainment on the continent of Africa. Merely two years old, the GIAMA has been dubbed the most recognized African affair in North America, showcasing the best of African Arts to the Hollywood community.

Immediately after the internet leak of the provocative move to up prices for GIAMA tickets, Nollywood Spotlight caught up with the C.E.O and founder of the prestigious event. We were given a brief interview with the very busy Bode Ojo (Founder and C.E.O of the GIAMA and the Golden Icons Magazine). Without hesitation, he confirmed that the entire board members of the award ceremony agreed to increase the price for tickets beginning September 30th 2013. This was due to the increase in demand for seats at the award ceremony. He went on to say the reason for the delay was also to allow early-birds ample time to purchase their tickets at a lower price. He urged everyone to purchase their tickets now before the sudden price increase!

Mr. Ojo also confirmed the attendance of several A-List Nollywood superstars to be present at the mega event. In addition, he confirmed he only awaits a few other airline itineraries, then a full list of Nollywood/ Hollywood star attendees will be made available to the public on the GIAMA website. “However, it is no secret that Ramsey Nouah will be hosting this prestigious event and the highly respected Richard Mofe Damijo (R.M.D) is scheduled to be one of the special guests of honor at the GIAMA” says the C.E.O and founder.

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***EVENT: 2nd Annual Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards

************DATE: Saturday, October 19th 2013

****************VENUE: Stafford Center: 
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SEE INFOGRAPHS!! TOP 5 REASONS WHY NOLLYWOOD SHOULD USE SOCIAL MEDIA?!!

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SEE INFOGRAPHS BELOW.

For the first time in history, Nollywood fans now have the ability to be a part of film projects from start to finish within the comfort of their homes. Our day to day life proves that social media is the tool that keeps us connected all over the world.

Almost everyone who uses the internet does some type of social media marketing online. Every time you update your status on Facebook or Twitter, you are indirectly promoting that thing you are talking about. Big companies are beginning to take advantage of this same pattern; Socialmediatoday.com posted on one of their articles that “A new BIA/Kelsey report says that social media ad revenue will reach $11 billion by 2017.” Meaning marketing and advertising profits via the use of social media will reach $11 BILLION by the year 2017!

If nothing more is said, it is clear that there is money to be made on these social media platforms we play on every day.

The following are the Top 5 reasons why Nollywood should use social media to promote their films.

1. The ability to build an online presence:

Social media is one of the most influential tools vigorously spreading the Nollywood experience all over the world. Take Mercy Johnson for example, she is well known in Nigeria but social media is the gear taking her works and reputation all over the world. The same currently holds for the actress Tonto Dikeh. Every comment these celebrities make on Twitter and Facebook does one of two things; keep their current followers count the same, or add more to it. The more public and irrational their behaviors are, the more people tend to want to know them and follow them. At the end of the day, it is just a number's game.

Below is an infograph put together by “CloudTactix”, in the graph you will see that Facebook generates 73% more leads (new customers) for businesses than any other website.

2. The ability to easily expanding your fan base:

Facebook is one of the easiest and best websites to unite people for almost any cause. Filmmakers looking to expand its fan base should take a closer look at social media. With social media, filmmakers now have access to an unlimited number of people to market to. Moreover, tools like Hootsuites or Tweetdeck allow the ability to automatically update status on multiple social media platforms all at once. Most importantly, Social media allows a relaxed environment to narrow the search for new customers in a comfortable atmosphere.

In the Infograph put together by “Social Media Week Lagos”, you will see that 45 million Nigerians are actively using the internet and 54% of them are accessing Facebook via mobile phones. This information is very useful for anyone looking to market to Nigerians.

3. Solidify your Brand Name (Trademark):

There is power and respect behind a reputable brand name. Take Ramsey Nouah for example, everyone who watches films in Nigeria knows who he is. His name alone brings to the table his qualifications and his ability to deliver. Most people will pick his movie over anyone else’s because they already have a rough idea of what to expect with his persona on screen. Another good example is Van Vicker, in Europe, Van Vicker represents one of the finest products coming out of Ghana. His name carries a certain price behind it. Due to proper branding and representation, the right story is being told all over the world concerning these actors. Social media is one of the driving authorities spreading this buzz around.

In the Infograph below put together by "Web Presence", you will see that most companies take for granted the authority behind their social media presence and band name. “Only 26% of businesses regularly include a "call to action" in their tweets”.

4. Get more Ticket and DVD sales:

One of the biggest obstacles for African independent filmmakers is the ability to take control of product sales. Most of the time, Nollywood movies are made on a small budget, and marketing is usually not included in the original film budget. Promotions are usually done outside of the film budget at the filmmaker’s personal expense. However, to avoid these headaches, most filmmakers sell the rights to their movies to private film distributors. This act in turn severely limits the amount of profit the filmmaker is able to make. As a result, they typically end up only covering to original cost of production.

Those who go as far as building a website or a blog for their film projects have the upper hand in acquiring sales. In addition, one of the key factors for a functioning website is driving enough traffic to the site. The more new people see your site, the more familiar they become with your product. However, solely driving traffic to the website is not good enough. The underlining factor is that, traffic sent to the website must have the ability to be converted into leads, and then eventually into actual product sales; the answer to that unspoken question is Social Media. Social media is one of the cheapest, effective, and newest ways to draw targeted traffic to any given website. More so, there are several options to choose from. Options include websites like, Facebook, Twitter, Tumbler, Instagram, LinkedIn, Google+ (GooglePlus), and Pinterest. All of these websites offer both free and paid marketing campaigns.

Below is an Infograph put together by “Intuit”. In the graph you will see a 12 month plan on how to put your product in the presence of the right people. With patience and proper use of this tool, filmmakers now have the ability to take control of product sales.

5. Getting support :

The key element in film making, is the ability to acquire enough funds to begin and complete a film project. The good news is, the African film industry is shifting for the better and it is now mandatory for filmmakers to acquire the best film equipment and film crew when possible. It is obvious that films coming out of Nigeria these days are not only made for Nigerians. There are Nollywood fans all over the world. The bad news is, "Na money kill am!" (there is never enough funds). Furthermore, Nollywood artists are now heading abroad to feature in films, therefore enabling competition in compensation. These new factors although mostly new to the industry, require adequate funds to accomplish.

With social media, filmmakers have the opportunity to acquire individuals with a passion for the industry. Many times money may not be the issue; it may be the need for man-power, equipment or location. Through social media, one is able to find accredited individuals hungry, willing, and happily to fill these positions free of charge, in exchange for proper accreditation and being a part of the film project.

Below is a graph put together by Bentz Whaley Flessner, the graph shows how the acquisition of investor online is better than any other form. The graph shows that an average donor will give away $200 in their lifetime.

Blow is an extremely short survey. From the list of social media websites included in the survey, which one do you like the most?!

Don't worry, the following survey is confidential. **

No one (including "Nollywood Spotlight") will be able to see your personal information.

ALTHOUGH REPRESENTATIVES FOR THESE SOCIAL MEDIA WEBSITES WILL SEE THIS SURVEY, THEY STILL CAN NOT SEE THE NAME, PICTURE, OR INFORMATION OF THE PERSON WHO PARTICIPATED IN THIS SURVEY.

HAVE FUN!!

Public OpinionPoll Results

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WHY IS NOLLYWOOD ACTOR JIM IYKE SO UGLY?!

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SEE FULL PICTURES RIGHT BELOW THE SURVEY.

Enough with this shenanigans! Everyone who knows Nollywood knows this guy. He has been in the Nigerian movie industry for years! When talking about his “trademark” however, it seems people are not that enthusiastic about his career path and his ability to deliver. 

After speaking to several professionals in the Nigerian movie industry as well as Nollywood movie fans alike, no one could pin-point what they didn't like about him or had anything substantially negative to say about him. So then, why is he not as popular as Van Vicker or Majid Michel. Fine! You are right, Van vicker and Majid Michel are Ghana superstars, how about Ramsey Nouah or Mercy Johnson? The reputations of the names previously mentioned are as big as any other upcoming Hollywood artist in Europe!

Since no one can tell us that he don’t look good on-screen or cannot act, let’s put aside his professional attributes or capabilities, we are talking sex appeal. Do you find him physically attractive?

The truth of the matter is, no one has ever "point-blank" asked the following question.

Is Jim Iyke Hot or Not?!

Below is an extremely short survey for you, please take a few seconds to answer it. We value your opinion greatly!

If you think he is not Hot or don’t like him, please tell us why. Leave a comment below.

** Don't worry, the following survey is confidential. **

No one (including "Nollywood Spotlight") will be able to see your personal information.

ALTHOUGH THIS CELEBRITY WILL SEE THIS SURVEY, HE STILL CAN NOT SEE THE NAME, PICTURE, OR INFORMATION OF THE PERSON WHO PARTICIPATED IN THIS SURVEY.

SPEAK YOUR MIND AND HAVE FUN!!!

Public OpinionPoll Results

Jim Iyke on Reading Bridges Magazine

Jim Iyke on The Red Sheet Magazine

Jim Iyke on Golden Icons Magazine

Jim Iyke

Jim Iyke

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SHOULD AFRICAN MOVIES MADE IN EUROPE BE CLASSIFIED AS NOLLYWOOD ?!!

A fun new survey for you!

SEE FULL PICTURES RIGHT BELOW THE SURVEY.

Africans in Africa that watch Nollywood films made in the Unites States or the United Kingdom, classify these movies as Independent films or Hollywood movies. Based on our research, the reason why some Africans feel this way is because most of the actors and actresses in these films wear western clothing and tell stories based on African experiences in Europe. Africans in Africa sometimes find it difficult to connect with these stories. 

However, Nollywood filmmakers usually select lead actors or actresses that have a solid reputation in Nollywood to star in their movies. This is to maintain some cultural connection and keep or expand Nollywood's current fan base both in Africa and Abroad. 

The question to you is this: With the information above in mind, should African movies made in Europe still be classified as Nollywood?

** Don't worry, the following survey is confidential. **

No one, including "Nollywood Spotlight", will be able to see your personal information.

SPEAK YOUR MIND AND HAVE FUN!!

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Nigerian Diamond on set With Ramsey Nouah

Nigerian Diamond on set with Frank Artus

Nigerian Diamond on set with Merlisa Determined

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PICTURES INCLUDED!! WHO IS NOLLYWOOD’S MOST INFLUENTIAL ACTOR OF 2013?!

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SEE PICTURES RIGHT BELOW THE SURVEY.

It’s official! Europe officially recognizes Nollywood! Since mid-2011 well-made Nollywood movies have been surfacing the European market. Nollywood’s new fan base is eager and searching to know who these Actors and Actresses are. Equally, those of us who grew up watching African cinema want to know were all this new monies are going. More so, how much of an impact is this new positive marketing having on the African community? We are still searching for concrete answers to these questions.

Nonetheless, we have gathered a list of 10 actors we feel have personally made an effort to impact their own respective African communities in a positive way. These actors not only use their personal finance but also their publicity to create awareness and funding for different evolving needs through private or public charitable organizations in Africa.

The question to you is this: Which actor do you feel is most successful and influential in the Nollywood community?

REMEMBER, YOU CHOSE WHO WINS THIS FRIENDLY COMPETITION!!

The winner will win our “NOLLYWOOD’S INFLUENTIAL ACTOR OF 2013” Award right here on our homepage! Winner will be selected on the 31th of March 2013!

** Don't worry, this survey is confidential. **

No one, including myself, will be able to see your personal information.

ALTHOUGH THESE ACTORS WILL SEE THIS SURVEY, THEY STILL CAN NOT SEE THE NAME, PICTURE, OR INFORMATION OF THE PERSON WHO PARTICIPATED IN THIS SURVEY.

SPEAK YOUR MIND AND HAVE FUN!!!

The following pictures ARE NOT in the order of seniority in the African film industry.

Public OpinionPoll Results

Kalu Ikeagwu

Olu Jacobs

Hakeem Kea Kazim

Desmond Elliot

Ramsey Nouah

Pascal Atuma

Richard Mofe Damijo

Jim Iyke

Van Vicker

Chidi Mokeme

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IF YOU COULD #KISS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING #NOLLYWOOD #ACTORS WHO WOULD IT BE?!

AN EXCITING FUN NEW SURVEY FOR YOU!

PICTURES ARE RIGHT BLOW THE SURVEY.

IF YOU COULD KISS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING NOLLYWOOD ACTORS WHO WOULD IT BE?!

LETS JUST SAY YOU HAD A KISSING SCENE IN A MOVIE AND YOU HAD TO PICK YOUR LEAD ACTOR, WHO WOULD YOU SELECT FOR YOUR KISSING SCENE?!

The winner will win the "NOLLYWOOD BEST KISSER" award right on our homepage!

WE WILL POST THE WINNER IN 3 DAYS! JUST SCROLL DOWN TO THE RIGHT OF YOUR SCREEN TO SEE WHO WON!

Place a check mark on the actor you find most attractive.

**Don't worry, this survey is confidential.**

No one, including myself, will be able to see that you voted.

ALTHOUGH THESE ACTORS WILL SEE THIS SURVEY, THEY STILL CAN NOT SEE WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE SURVEY.

BE HONEST AND HAVE FUN!

Public OpinionPoll Results

CHRIS ATTOH

JIM IYKE

JOHN DUMELO

MAJID MICHEL

RAMSEY NOUAH

RICHARD MOFE DAMIJO

VAN VICKER

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SEE #PICTURES! WHO IS THE SEXIEST #NOLLYWOOD #ACTOR WOMEN GO CRAZY FOR?

Here is a fun #Survey for you!

Who is the sexiest Nollywood actor that makes women go GAGA!

PICTURES ARE RIGHT BLOW THE SURVEY.

Place a check mark on the actor you find most attractive.

**Don't worry, this survey is confidential.** 

No one including myself will be able to see that you voted. 

All people will be able to see is how many people choose the same person you selected.

ALTHOUGH THESE ACTORS WILL SEE THIS SURVEY, THEY STILL CAN NOT SEE WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE SURVEY. SO BE HONEST AND HAVE FUN!

Public OpinionPoll Results

VAN VICKER

RAMSEY NOUAH

CHRIS ATTOH

FRANK ARTUS

MAJID MICHEL

JIM IYKE

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INTRODUCING #Ramsey #Nouah on the New BMR!

Ramsey Nouah

BMR (BHF Movie Review) is the NEW platform for QUALITY African Films. Get FREE up-to-date information on the hottest African movies. Visit BHF Magazine Africa on Facebook and Rebeccah Monyei's Facebook page for daily updates! 

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Rebeccah Monyei Posted: Powerful Women In Nollywood - Mercy Johnson, Tonto Dikeh, Omotola Jolade

I talked about what most people mean when they used the word "Powerful" to describe a women. I also talked about who #Nollywood considers to be powerful!


I talked about Mohamed Bah, Ramsey Nouah, Mercy Johnson, Tonto Dikeh, Omotola Jolade, Genevieve Nnaji, Funke Akindele, just to name a few.


Listen, Share, Download, and let me know what you think!?

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Rebeccah Monyei Posted: Professional Black Brothers - Ramsey Nouah, Pascal Atuma, Mohamd Bar

Today's show talks about the importance of Professional Black Brothers in the African community. Listen, Share, And Download! Thank you for Listening! Enjoy!

Support Ramsey Nouah, Pascal Atuma, and Mohamed Bar! Go see their movies guys!

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RAMSEY NOUAH BORN ON THE 19TH OF DECEMBER 1970?!

Everyone including educators know that Wikipedia is one of the most trusted and accepted online encyclopedias for basic information on the internet. However, educational institutions do not accept Wikipedia as a reliable source of information for educational research. One of the reasons why educational institutions do not accept Wikipedia as a reliable source of information is due to the countless misinformation one is able to find on any given subject. An irritating example is Ramsey Nouah’s Date of birth. 

Ramsey Nouah is a well known West African actor with over 200 Nollywood movies under his belt. More so, because of Ramsey’s work history, he as been able to create a steady flow of fans allover the world. Despite the fact that several websites including Websites like Nigriafilms.com, showbiz.peacefmonline.com, hintsonlinemagazine.com, nollywoodmindspace.com, and xfmnewscenter.com, all confirmed Ramsey’s personal statement with "Golden Icons ", Wikipedia still refuses to allow any updates to Ramsey’s information. Wikipedia actually repudiates anyone who insists on updating Ramsey Nouah’s personal information. Actually, I have personally attempted more than 7 times to update Ramsey’s information to no avail (even with cited sources). I mean seriously, since when has it ever been okay for anybody including Wiki to decide when a living person is born? 

Ramsey Nouah himself, his colleagues, and his dedicated fans allover the world, know that the "real" Ramsey Nouah was not born on the 16th of July 1973. In fact, Ramsey Nouah came to Houston Texas to shoot a movie with a couple of his colleagues and was asked by an entertainment reporter with the Golden Icons what his date of birth was. Ramsey Nouah responded by commenting on his irritation with his information on Wikipedia then, he answered the question by saying he was born on the 19th of December 1970.

 

According to my research, over 100 changes has been made to Ramsey Nouah’s autobiography on Wikipedia. Majority of those changes occurred after his interview with the "Golden Icons" (with Emma Emerson and Bode Ojo). Up till now, wiki still refuses to allow any changes to Ramsey Nouah’s birth date.

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From the left, Rita Dominic, Ini Edo, Mike Ezuruonye, Ramsey Nouah.

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HOTEL BABYLON (Official Trailer ) @RamseyTNouah

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