ACTORS GUILD OF NIGERIA (AGN ) HOLDS ACTOR’S NIGHT, CELEBRATES SOME VETERAN ACTORS WITH EXCELLENCE AWARDS IN LAGOS: | Blissful Affairs Online | Blissful Affairs Online
In an attempt to borrow a clue from the lyrics of that popular song, by a young contemporary Nigerian Musician, “CELEBRATE ME WHEN I AM ALIVE, NOT WHEN I DIE”, by PATORANKIN.
The Actors Guild of Nigeria, has taken a clue from that song mostly as a wake up information rather than a measure for only entertainment, for the veterans are ageing and fading away despite their age long invaluable contributions to the creative arts and the Movies industry, without commensurate recognition and remuneration.
Perhaps, it was for that reason that the Executives of the Guild, thought it wise to begin to eulogise, pamper and celebrate their veterans who were more like Pathfinders in the Nollyhood sector.
And, a day came, last Friday, the 26th of June, 2026, when the exquisite Ojez Sports Lounge, at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, bubbled with the Executives and Members of the Guild, Movies, music, Comedy and fun lovers, as they thronged the venue to hold an all night gig, in celebration of four great Actors, who have taken Nollyhood movies and music entertainment to the zenith, from their prime till date.
The all night event was, a moment to cherish, as the various entertainment genres, including new songs presentation, comedy, live acting on stage with back breaking dances, especially the one showcased by twin brothers on the stage, with an awesome performance titled “ENERGY DANCE”, indeed the guys exuded a lot of energy to be appreciation of the audience.
The list of the four Actors celebrated included the famous Madam Ngozi Nwosu, of the Fuji House of Commotions fame, Mr Blessing Akofure Movie Producer turn Contents Buyer , an Actor turned Barrister, Kingsley Ogbonna a.k.a Dauda, and of course, the Rap king Mr Ruggedman.
Madam Nwosu, who was said to be apologetically indisposed, had her Award plaque received by one of the Actors present, Mr Emeka Okoye, whose presentation was done by the white bearded Uncle Jude, with his Wife accompanying him on stage.
Barrister Kingsley Ogbonna Award was presented to him by an another great personality in the Media industry, Mr Matthew Nwankwo.
Reacting to the gesture, Barrister Ogbonna thanked the members of the Guild for the Award and acknowledged it as one of his most cherished Awards so far. He explained that he has paid his dues in the comedy genre, as he started his craft very early before many people, years ago.
Barrister Ogbonna disclosed that, each time he appears with the berret Cap, he wore that, to any occasion, such even must surely be of essence, thus underscoring the importance of the Actors Night, for him.
Another Celebrant of the Night, who could not make it, was Mr Blessing Akofure, who sent his appologies.
His Award was received on his behalf by the Special Assistant to Mr President on Socials, Mr Paul Julius.
The Award plaque for Mr Ruggedman, was handed over by another Actor in the House, Mr Jude Orhorha, as he referred to him, not as Rugged Man but “MEN”, for his invaluable contributions to the Music and movies industry.
It was disclosed that, Ruggedman cut his teeth in acting some years ago before even delving into music hence his recent movie productions which he explained would soon be made public.
The invied dancers took their turn to outperform the others, even as , the white bearded Uncle Jude Chukwuka also stepped onto the stage with the mic, to showcase his rap dexterity, which took the people’s beath away, seeing an octogenarian rapped so energetically like that, on stage. He admitted he wanted the emulate Ruggedman, whom he nurture as a young man living together in Surulere, in those days.
As part of the night event, some newly admitted members of the Guild, were handed their Certificates.
In an interview with the News haunt, present, the Guild’s Director of Communication, Ambassador Cornell Udofia, explained that, the four Actors celebrated had done so much to uplift the Nollyhood and worked copiously for the growth of the Entertainment industry hence being given a pat on their backs in total applications by the Guild.
He promised to showcase yet another batch soon hence noting that honour must be extended to those who deserve it when they are Still alive which one of the Most cardinal Programmes of the Present Exco.
The Acting Chairperson of the Guild, High Chief Ikubuwaje Mary Edward, played her part in directing the night’s affairs to a successful end. The Director of Guild Service who also double as the MC of the Night, Mr Emmanuel Onyika also did wondefully well in handling the Event very smoothly with proper Coordination & delivery.
The high point of the event, was the cutting of a birthday cake, to also celebrate those members who were born in the month of June in the AGN Chairperson herself.
It was music, dancing, eating and enjoyment Calore from top members of AGN family such as Omo Efe Kingsley, OV King Coordinator of the upcoming Black African Histor Global Award, Vice Chairman Task force south west Hon chukky Egbu CSP Marshal Anthony buggied from dusk to the dawn of another day in Celebrating the veteran Actors by the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN.
Media Support came from Punch, News Central TV, Galaxy TV.,The Gladiators Magazine, Super screen. vanguard, The Waden News, Blissful Affairs Magazine, The Compatriots Newspaper, FRCN & AGN TV
Long life, the Actors Guild of Nigeria, more wins!!!.
AGN………Progress
AGN………………..Progress
AG & N………….The Show Must go on
Reort From John Obot of FRCN
