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Filmmakers, industry watcher and fans of Nollywood have continued to pay tributes to the late veteran actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu. Okafor who had been ill since 2023 reportedly died of cardiac arrest at 62 on Saturday in Evercare hospital in Lekki, Lagos State. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that […]

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Filmmakers, industry watcher and fans of Nollywood have continued to pay tributes to the late veteran actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu.

Okafor who had been ill since 2023 reportedly died of cardiac arrest at 62 on Saturday in Evercare hospital in Lekki, Lagos State.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that industry stakeholders, eminent Nigerians, including President Bola Tinubu, were among those who have  mourned the late thespian.

However, amidst the shock, fans and filmmakers, especially those that have worked closely with Okafor,  have extolled the life and times of the comic actor in the Nigerian film industry.

While some continued to buzz social media with posts of scintillating memories of the actor, others who spoke with NAN on Sunday said his exit has created a vast vacuum in the entertainment Industry.

Blessing Ebigieson, National President of the Association of Movie Producers (AMP), said although Nollywood was currently mourning, the passion and resilience of the late actor would not be forgotten in hurry.

“Mr Ibu fought to stay alive, his friends also fought for him, everyone donated to make sure that he stayed alive but when God says it is time, nothing one can do.

“It would have been fine if he stayed alive after all the stress and pains he went through, but who am I to question God.

“We have lost a veteran and this is very heartbreaking to us; may his soul rest in peace.

“I pray his family come together as one in this trying period and let the man rest in peace,” she said.

Also, Emma Eyaba, Chairman of the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN) FCT chapter, said the late actor played key role in the progressive trajectory of Nigerian film industry and would be greatly missed.

He said  Okafor was passionate with his job even in his down-moments, adding that he was supposed to feature in the sequel of the 2001 Nollywood classic ‘Issakaba’, where he was among the cast.

“You know he has been away from the public for some time now as he was recuperating and still receiving treatment.

“He was trying to get himself back before that attack came again, and unfortunately we lost him.

“He was supposed to be part of shooting of ‘Issakaba’ , a film in which he featured  23 years ago, but because  ill health, we could not even have access to him,”he said.

The late actor’s  fan on  X (formerly twitter) @Adele_lide said : “Rip to the finest actor of all time.You made our childhood memorable.

Also, @Probal_Labs wrote: “This is a major loss. Amazing childhood memories watching his movies.May his soul rest in peace.”

Another fan, @Kontrolla19 wrote: “The mostfunniest man in Nigeria is dead.RIP legend.”

NAN reports that John Okafor, born on October 17, 1961 in Nkanu West Local Government of Enugu State, was an actor, singer and comedian, acclaimed to have appeared in over 200 Nollywood  films.

He is well known for the  ‘Mr. Ibu series’, which include Mr. Ibu (2004), Mr. Ibu 2 (2005), Mr. Ibu and His Son, Coffin Producers, Husband Suppliers, International Players, Mr. Ibu in London (2005).

Some of his iconic films include Police Recruit (2003), 9 Wives (2005), Ibu in Prison (2006) and Keziah (2007).

Okafor also ventured into music for a short period of time, as he released his debute songs titled “This girl” and “Do you know” in October 2020.

In October 2023,Okafor  revealed that he was suffering from an ailment that threatened to make it necessary to amputate one of his legs.

He said he was struck by the problem while on a movie set with other actors, and appealed to his fans and the public for prayers and financial assistance to cover his medical bills.

In November 2023, he underwent a leg amputation, as his  family said the amputation was done to keep him alive and increase his chances of recovery.

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Adamawa Governor, Fintiri tasks area administrators on grassroots development https://apexnewsexclusive.com/adamawa-governor-fintiri-tasks-area-administrators-on-grassroots-development/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:54:22 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=113703

By Joseph Adahnu, Yola Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has tasked the newly sworn in 50 Development Area Administrators across the 21 local government areas of the state to stimulate development at the grassroot level. He made the charge when the administrators took the oath of office administered by the state Attorney General and […]

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By Joseph Adahnu, Yola

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has tasked the newly sworn in 50 Development Area Administrators across the 21 local government areas of the state to stimulate development at the grassroot level.

He made the charge when the administrators took the oath of office administered by the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Afraimu Jingi at Government House, Yola,.

Governor Fintiri said their appointment was a deliberate attempt to stimulate good governance, urging them to work in tandem with the change mantra “Nobody is left behind and nothing is left untouched”.

Deputy Governor, Prof Kaletapwa Farauta, who represented the Governor tasked the administrators to work in synergy with other stakeholders at local and state levels to ensure delivery of dividends of democracy to the people.

The Governor advised them to abide by the oath taken and warned against any act that may hinder them from delivering on their mandate.

In a vote of thanks on behalf of the administrators, Emmanuel Dauda thanked the executive and legislative arm of government for finding them worthy of the task.

Dauda pledged their loyalty, support and commitment to key into the change mantra of the fresh air administration by championing people oriented policies and programs, thereby ensuring the security and well being of their people.

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Rema, DJ YK Mule, others emerge winners at Beatz Awards https://apexnewsexclusive.com/rema-dj-yk-mule-others-emerge-winners-at-beatz-awards/ Mon, 20 Nov 2023 03:39:09 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=112722

It was all glitz and glamour at the eight edition of the Beatz Awards, held at Muson Centre in Lagos on Saturday night, where Rema, Bella Naija, DJ YK Mule, and others won awards in different categories. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that fast rising comedian, Akuidolo Orevaoghene, known as Forever, and actress, […]

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It was all glitz and glamour at the eight edition of the Beatz Awards, held at Muson Centre in Lagos on Saturday night, where Rema, Bella Naija, DJ YK Mule, and others won awards in different categories.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that fast rising comedian, Akuidolo Orevaoghene, known as Forever, and actress, Alexis Ukpabia, hosted the show, thrilling  guests with jokes and entertainment.

The theme of the awards is “The Octave”.

Nigerian rapper and afrobeats star, Divine Ikubor known as Rema, won the best songwriter award.

Disc jokey Nanayate Abedoh, known as DJ Nana, of Universal Music, won the female DJ of the year, while Blaise Beat won the Afro Highlife producer of the year.

MTV Base won the Entertainment Cable of the year, Sliverbird Television won the best award for Entertainment Tv Station of the year and Cool FM won the Radio Station of the year.

The award for Afro Gospel Producer of the year went to music educator and Chief Executive Officer at blueflamemedia21, Wole Adesanya, known as Mr Wols.

For the second time in a roll, the awards for Best Blog of the year went to Bella Naija, a lifestyle, entertainment and fashion website in Africa founded by Uche Eze, while Shuga Band owned by Akinloye Tofowomo, known as Akin Shuga, won the Best Life band award.

Other award winners were, Tosan Wilshare, for Best On-Air Personality, Sean Okeke got Best Artiste Manager of the year, Gorilla Boy won Best Music Video Director.

Saszy Afroshii won the Female Producer of the year, while Magicsticks emerged winner for the Male category.

Marvin Record won the Best Record Label award, AudioMack got the Best Music Streaming Platform and Timi Jay won the Best Mixing and Mastering Engineer.

Also, Mr Soul won Afro Pop producer and Don Jazzy New Discovery Producer of the year consecutively, Afro Hip-Hop producer of the year won by Busy Pluto, Deey Asso emerged the Afro R&B producer of the year while P. Prime got the Afro Beat Producer of the year.

Earlier, the Chief Executive Officer of the Beatz Awards, Elijah John, said it was to recognise and celebrate outstanding achievements of the creative minds behind music production, business, and distribution.

John, who applauded sponsors for believing in Beats Awards, said it is a Nigerian music award show first introduced on Nov. 15, 2015.

“The Nigerian music industry is not just a sound, it is a movement fueled by passion of producers who meticulously craft each note.

“The distributors ensure our melodies reach every ear, executives navigate the industry’s complexities and transform challenges into opportunities.

“The Beatz Awards as a platform takes pride in recognising the holistic growth of the music industry.

“This is not just about the artists, but the holistic growth of the music industry and the entire ecosystem that breathes life into the melodies we hold dear,” John said.

John noted that there was improvement compared to the seventh edition adding that over 1, 500 entries were received for the 25 categories of the awards.

“For the female producers, we had a good number of turnouts which is quite impressive and for overall, we had over 1, 500 entries for the 25 categories,” he said.

He disclosed that the ninth edition of the awards would come up on Nov. 16, 2024.

NAN also reports that guests were entertained with superlative performances from various music artistes  including Nigerian singer and songwriter, Harrysong. (NAN)

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Legendary Nigerian comic actor Samanja dies at 81 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/legendary-nigerian-comic-actor-samanja-dies-at-81/ Sun, 12 Nov 2023 06:41:34 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=112446

Late Pategi Legendary Nigerian actor Usman Baba Pategi, popularly known as Samanja, has passed on, his son Yusuf Usman confirms in a terse statement. He died in the early hours of Sunday at the age of 81 after a prolonged illness which deprived him of his sight. “Janaiza prayers will be by 10am at his […]

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Late Pategi

Legendary Nigerian actor Usman Baba Pategi, popularly known as Samanja, has passed on, his son Yusuf Usman confirms in a terse statement.

He died in the early hours of Sunday at the age of 81 after a prolonged illness which deprived him of his sight.

“Janaiza prayers will be by 10am at his residence No 5 Aduwa Road, Costain Quarters, Kaduna,” Yusuf said.

Alhaji Pategi, achieved fame through the popular TV drama known as ‘Samanja Mazan Fama’ in the 80s and 90s.

Samanja (Sergeant Major), with his signature moustache and army uniform, played the lead role in the drama which was about life in the barracks.

A Prince of Pategi, in Kwara State, Samanja reportedly gave up the throne to pursue his passion in the entertainment industry.

He was in 2017 among the theatre practitioners inducted as Fellows of the National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP). (Dateline)

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Big brother Naija: Mercy emerges head of house for week 4  https://apexnewsexclusive.com/big-brother-naija-mercy-emerges-head-of-house-for-week-4/ https://apexnewsexclusive.com/big-brother-naija-mercy-emerges-head-of-house-for-week-4/#respond Tue, 15 Aug 2023 04:50:47 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=108401

Mercy Eke has emerged the head of house for the fourth week in the ongoing Big Brother Naija All-Stars Reality Show. Biggie, the coordinator of the show, announced this after the completion of the different stages of the head of house challenge on Monday. Mercy, as she is fondly called becomes the first female head […]

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Mercy Eke has emerged the head of house for the fourth week in the ongoing Big Brother Naija All-Stars Reality Show.

Biggie, the coordinator of the show, announced this after the completion of the different stages of the head of house challenge on Monday.

Mercy, as she is fondly called becomes the first female head of house for the “All Stars” season as she selected Angel, Frodd, Whitemoney and Doyin as her ‘BFF’, who will also have automatic access to the head of house lounge.

Alex who won the black envelope game was granted immunity from the week’s eviction. (NAN) 

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Angus Cloud: HBO Euphoria actor who played ‘Fez’ dead aged 25 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/angus-cloud-hbo-euphoria-actor-who-played-fez-dead-aged-25/ https://apexnewsexclusive.com/angus-cloud-hbo-euphoria-actor-who-played-fez-dead-aged-25/#respond Tue, 01 Aug 2023 09:50:52 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=107698

Angus Cloud, who starred on HBO hit series Euphoria has died, aged 25. Cloud, who played drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on the teen drama, died on Monday at his family home in Oakland, California, said a publicist. “It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today,” […]

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Angus Cloud, who starred on HBO hit series Euphoria has died, aged 25.

Cloud, who played drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on the teen drama, died on Monday at his family home in Oakland, California, said a publicist.

“It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today,” said a statement from Cloud’s family.

Cloud buried his father last week, according to family, and was in a “battle with mental health”.

“The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend,” the statement read.

The role turned Cloud into a breakout star, according to the Hollywood Reporter, and his character was expanded in the second season.

According to a 2019 interview with GQ, Cloud had no real aspirations to become a star, or even an actor.

He used to work at a chicken and waffle joint, according to the magazine, and one day was unexpectedly stopped by an agent from a casting company.

“I was confused and I didn’t want to give her my phone number,” Cloud told GQ. “I thought it was a scam.”

After first airing in June 2019, Euphoria quickly became a hit and by 2022 was the most tweeted-about TV show of the decade in the US.

The main character, played by Zendaya, is a 17-year-old who struggles with drug abuse, seen on screen taking the deadly opioid fentanyl and injecting morphine.

In 2022, Cloud defended accusations during an interview with TMZ that the show glorified drug use.

His Euphoria co-star, Javon “Wanna” Walton, known in the show as Cloud’s adoptive brother, Ashtray, wrote on Instagram about Cloud’s death: “Rest easy brother.”

On X, formerly known as Twitter, California congresswoman Barbara Lee lamented the loss of “Oakland’s own”.

“His immense talent touched the lives of countless people. His work & legacy will forever live on and make Oakland proud,” she posted. (BBC)

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Tony Bennett: Legendary New York crooner dies aged 96 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/tony-bennett-legendary-new-york-crooner-dies-aged-96/ https://apexnewsexclusive.com/tony-bennett-legendary-new-york-crooner-dies-aged-96/#comments Sat, 22 Jul 2023 03:49:07 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=107111

Bennett had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016 Tony Bennett was “singing at his piano” just days before he died, his representatives have revealed. The legendary New York pop and jazz singer died on Friday aged 96. A statement posted on his Twitter account said: “Tony left us today but he was still singing the other […]

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Bennett had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016

Tony Bennett was “singing at his piano” just days before he died, his representatives have revealed.

The legendary New York pop and jazz singer died on Friday aged 96.

A statement posted on his Twitter account said: “Tony left us today but he was still singing the other day at his piano and his last song was Because of You, his first #1 hit.

“Tony, because of you we have your songs in our heart forever.”

Sir Elton John, Carole King and Hilary Clinton were among those paying tribute to the star on social media.

Bennett’s death was confirmed by his publicist Sylvia Weiner in a statement to the Associated Press.

She said he died in his hometown of New York. No specific cause of death was announced, but Bennett had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016.

Sir Elton John led the tributes on social media, writing in a statement posted on his Instagram that he was “so sad to hear of Tony’s passing”.

“Without doubt the classiest singer, man, and performer you will ever see,” Sir Elton said. “He’s irreplaceable. I loved and adored him. Condolences to Susan, Danny and the family.”

The White House released a statement saying that “Tony Bennett didn’t just sing the classics – he himself was an American classic” and praising his enduring contributions to American life.

Bennett (pictured in 2003) won 19 competitive Grammys as well as an additional lifetime achievement award

Former US first lady Hillary Clinton described Bennett as a “true talent, a true gentleman, and a true friend”. She tweeted: “We’ll miss you, Tony, and thanks for all the memories.”

Singer Carole King said: “RIP Tony Bennett. Such a big loss. Deepest sympathy to his family and the world.”

In a statement to Rolling Stone, singer Billy Joel said: “Tony Bennett was the one of the most important interpreters of American popular song during the mid to late 20th Century.

“He championed songwriters who might otherwise have remained unknown to many millions of music fans. His was a unique voice that made the transition from the era of Jazz into the age of Pop.

“I will always be grateful for his outstanding contribution to the art of contemporary music. He was a joy to work with. His energy and enthusiasm for the material he was performing was infectious. He was also one of the nicest human beings I’ve ever known.”

Director Martin Scorsese added: “Tony Bennett was a consummate artist. All you have to do is listen to any one of his hundreds of recordings to recognise that.

“Very early on, his music quietly wove itself into the fabric of our lives. His voice felt as familiar and as close as the voices of our loved ones. I know that this was true for millions of people around the world.”

Born Anthony Dominick Benedetto, to a family of Italian immigrants, Bennett was just nine years old when his father died, plunging the family further into poverty.

As a teenager he became a singing waiter before enrolling to study music and painting at New York’s School of Industrial Art.

He was drafted into the US army in 1944 to fight in France and Germany towards the end of World War Two. “It’s legalised murder,” he said of the scarring experience in an interview with the Guardian in 2013.

After returning home, his singing career continued – first under the name Joe Bari – and his breakthrough came in 1951 the song Because of You, which gave him first number one.

He changed his name to the Americanised Tony Bennett on the say so of fellow entertainer Bob Hope.

Bennett soon became a teenage icon, releasing his first album in 1952. The same year his wedding was besieged by female fans in mourning.

He went on to chart in the US in every subsequent decade of his life, building a reputation for making timeless swinging jazz-inflected pop hits – like Blue Velvet and Rags to Riches – and, later, show tunes and big band numbers.

Bennett pictured performing with singer KD Lang in New York in 2002

His 1962 version of a song from the previous decade, I Left My Heart in San Francisco, sent his star into an even bigger orbit, winning him two Grammys.

Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs about his love of the excitement of jazz he said: “Jazz artists live for the moment.”

Bennett was a supporter of the civil rights movement and took part in the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches while also refusing to perform in apartheid-era South Africa.

However, with the arrival of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones into the US, as the decade rolled on his relevance faded.

Personal problems followed, including the end of two marriages and drug addiction.

He performed through the pain, recording two records with pianist Bill Evans.

After hiring his son Danny to become his manager and reuniting with his pianist and musical director Ralph Sharon, his fortunes began to change.

He enjoyed a revival in the 1980s and 1990s, when Grammy awards flooded in for the star, then in his sixties.

His 1986 comeback album, The Art of Excellence, got the ball rolling again for the star who had returned to New York from Las Vegas.

He followed it with the chart-topping Perfectly Frank, a tribute to his musical hero Sinatra, before 1994’s MTV Unplugged saw Bennett win the Grammy for album of the year.

In an interview with the Independent in 2008, Bennett said he had not been surprised by his renewed success.

“Good music is good music,” he said. “I’m not concerned with whether someone who listens to me is old or young. In fact, in many ways, I’m not interested in the young at all.

“I’m interested in age. People learn to live properly when they get of an age, you know? The late Duke Ellington once said to me that he was really offended by the word category.

“Music has no category; it’s either good or it isn’t, and I sing good songs, great songs, written by the best songwriters. It’s that kind of quality that makes them last. Trust me, people will be singing these songs forever.”

Bennett remained perpetually cool enough to win over new legions of fans.

He collaborated with a host of younger artists – who adored him – including Amy Winehouse, Queen Latifah and Carrie Underwood on the follow-up to 2006’s Duets: An American Classic, which had earlier seen him sing with Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and George Michael.

in 2014, his joint album with Lady Gaga, Cheek to Cheek, made him the oldest living act to reach the top of the US charts, at 88, breaking his own previous record.

Gaga described the results of working with the “legend” as “the most important album of my career.”

Shortly after his 90th birthday he told the New York Times: “I could have retired 16 years ago, but I just love what I’m doing.”

In 2021, five years after his 2016 Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Bennett performed his final shows alongside Gaga, with whom, for younger fans, he became closely associated.

He posted on social media at the time: “Life is a gift – even with Alzheimer’s.”

Away from music, as a keen painter, Bennett had his work displayed in galleries. He also founded the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in his hometown Queens.

He is survived by four children: Danny, Dae, Joanna and Antonia, as well as his wife Susan Crow.

Paying tribute to the singer, musician Nile Rogers said “My most heartfelt condolences go out to Tony Bennett’s family and friends.”

Singer Ozzy Osbourne said he was “very sad to hear about Tony Bennett’s passing,” while Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards posted a 2015 photo of himself with the singer and wrote: “May you Rest in Peace, Tony Bennett.” (BBC)

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Curio collection by Hilton unveils Richie Shittu’s Koko Beach Resort in Lagos signaling new era in luxury hospitality https://apexnewsexclusive.com/curio-collection-by-hilton-unveils-richie-shittus-koko-beach-resort-in-lagos-signaling-new-era-in-luxury-hospitality/ https://apexnewsexclusive.com/curio-collection-by-hilton-unveils-richie-shittus-koko-beach-resort-in-lagos-signaling-new-era-in-luxury-hospitality/#respond Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:34:20 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=105477

By our correspondent Hilton has signed Koko Beach Resort Ilashe Lagos into the Curio Collection by Hilton at the African World Hotel Conference in Nairobi on 13th June 2023, marking the first internationally branded resort on Nigeria’s Atlantic coastline. The Branding and Management Agreement (BAMA) with Hilton’s Curio Collection is for a new luxury destination […]

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By our correspondent

Hilton has signed Koko Beach Resort Ilashe Lagos into the Curio Collection by Hilton at the African World Hotel Conference in Nairobi on 13th June 2023, marking the first internationally branded resort on Nigeria’s Atlantic coastline.

The Branding and Management Agreement (BAMA) with Hilton’s Curio Collection is for a new luxury destination in Lagos, Nigeria – Koko Beach Resort, Ilashe, Lagos.

Due to open in 2025, this 60-room luxury resort, developed with Outposts Investment Limited, is currently under construction on the pristine Ibeshe/Ikaare beach and represents a new dawn for Nigerian tourism, particularly under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s progressive regime.

With stunning sea views, private villas, diverse dining options, and an array of world-class recreational facilities and amenities, this project aims to promote domestic tourism and ease pressure on our foreign exchange reserves.

A huge thank you to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, whose support has been instrumental in moving this project forward smoothly on the shores of Lagos.

Hilton was represented at the signing by Mr Patrick Fitzgibbon and KOKO Beach Hotels & Resorts by its founder, Mr Richie Shittu.

Lagos, get ready to explore this remarkable destination with Hilton’s globally recognised service for an incredible hospitality experience.

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British Vogue editor, Edward Enninful steps down https://apexnewsexclusive.com/british-vogue-editor-edward-enninful-steps-down/ https://apexnewsexclusive.com/british-vogue-editor-edward-enninful-steps-down/#respond Sun, 04 Jun 2023 03:31:27 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=104927

British Vogue editor-in-chief Edward Enninful will be stepping down from his role after six years of breaking boundaries at the top fashion magazine. The 51-year-old will remain as an editorial advisor to the UK title but move into a newly-created job next year aimed at growing the brand globally. His new portfolio as Vogue’s global […]

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British Vogue editor-in-chief Edward Enninful will be stepping down from his role after six years of breaking boundaries at the top fashion magazine.

The 51-year-old will remain as an editorial advisor to the UK title but move into a newly-created job next year aimed at growing the brand globally.

His new portfolio as Vogue’s global creative and cultural advisor will also allow him to take on external projects.

Enninful will be involved with the recruitment search for his successor.

The Ghanaian-British creative is the first black man to hold the top job at the British fashion magazine.

British Vogue recently featured its first disabled models, including actress Selma Blair who lives with multiple sclerosis and Ellie Goldstein, a 21-year-old model with Down’s syndrome.

In an interview last year about his favourite Vogue covers, Enninful said the inspiration behind his first one in December 2017 featuring mixed race model Adwoa Aboah was aimed at resetting “the image of modern Britain”.

“It was important to create a cover that represented the Britain of today, a multicultural society where everyone was welcome – where my family was welcome,” he said. (BBC)

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Tina Turner, ‘Queen of Rock n Roll’, dies aged 83 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/tina-turner-queen-of-rock-n-roll-dies-aged-83/ https://apexnewsexclusive.com/tina-turner-queen-of-rock-n-roll-dies-aged-83/#comments Wed, 24 May 2023 18:49:24 +0000 https://apexnewsexclusive.com/?p=104410

Singer Tina Turner has died aged 83, her spokesperson has said. In a statement, they said: “Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock’n Roll’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland. “With her, the world loses a music legend and a role […]

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Singer Tina Turner has died aged 83, her spokesperson has said.

In a statement, they said: “Tina Turner, the ‘Queen of Rock’n Roll’ has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Kusnacht near Zurich, Switzerland.

“With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model.”

The US-born star was one of the best-loved female rock singers, known for her on-stage charisma and a string of hits including The Best, Proud Mary, Private Dancer and What’s Love Got to Do With It. (Sky News)

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