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MAURITANIAN FILM TIMBUKTU MAKES OSCARS FINAL LIST 2015
STORY LINE
Not far from the ancient Malian city of Timbuktu, proud cattle herder Kidane (Ibrahim Ahmed aka Pino) lives peacefully in the dunes with his wife Satima (Toulou Kiki), his daughter Toya (Layla Walet Mohamed), and Issan (Mehdi Ag Mohamed), their twelve-year-old shepherd. In town, the people suffer, powerless, from the regime of terror imposed by the Jihadists determined to control their faith. Music, laughter, cigarettes, even soccer have been banned. The women have become shadows but resist with dignity. Every day, the new improvised courts issue tragic and absurd sentences. Kidane and his family are being spared the chaos that prevails in Timbuktu. But their destiny changes abruptly.
15 Women with VVF Benefit from Diamond Bank & Stephanie Linus’ Extended Hands Foundation
15 Women with VVF Get Free Repair Surgeries from Diamond Bank & Stephanie Linus’ Extended Hands Foundation.
Since its inception, the goal of the Extended Hands Foundation founded by Nollywood star actress Stephanie Linus has been to restore hope and put smiles on the faces of women. For some years now, the foundation has been focused on helping women with Vesico Vaginal Fistula (VVF) – a serious disability that can be experienced by women after childbirth – and giving them a chance at living normal lives through free repair surgeries.
Recently through the support of Diamond Bank PLC, 15 women living with VVF received free repair surgeries at the Kwara Specialist Hospital, Ilorin, Kwara State. The women all had successful surgeries and were nursed back to health at the hospital.
Before the surgeries, many of them had been shunned and separated from their families as a result of the embarrassing effects of the condition. Some of them lost their jobs, their husbands, and were forced to live in degrading conditions. Thanks to the successful surgeries, they are now back with their loved ones and are living their dreams.
Vesico Vaginal Fistula (VVF) is a serious disability that can be experienced by women after childbirth. They are holes resulting from the breakdown in the tissue between the vaginal wall and the bladder or rectum caused by unrelieved obstructed labour. The consequence of such damage is a woman’s inability to control the flow of urine or faeces. It occurs more often in young women during childbirth, as their bodies are not yet mature for the process.
The pool effort was lauded by the First Lady of Kwara State Mrs Omolewa Ahmed who received Stephanie Linus and her team from Extended Hands Foundation as well as the Diamond Bank team at the State House in Ilorin. She commended their effort and pledged her support to the eradication of VVF in Kwara State. The state Commissioner for Health Alhaji Kayode Issah, also received the Extended Hands Foundation and Diamond Bank Team during their stay in Ilorin, commending them as well for their effort.
The Extended Hands Foundation with the support of well meaning corporate organisations like Diamond Bank will continue to extend its efforts to women with VVF across other states in the country.
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“Thy Will be Done” a new movie of Obi Emelonye
‘THY WILL BE DONE’ Exclusive World Premiere @ BFI IMAX Waterloo, London,Obi Emelonye / Iroko Partners Thursday, 26 February 2015 from 17:30 to 22:00 (GMT) London, United Kingdom.
Grab Your Tickets by clicking on the link below http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/thy-will-be-done-exclusive-world-premiere-bfi-imax-waterloo-london-tickets-15043243747?aff=esli
Synopsis.
Pius (Ramsey Noah) is a happily married pastor in charge of a large church in Lagos, Nigeria.
But when his first wife (Mary Njoku) that he buried 7 years ago suddenly shows up, his world is thrown into turmoil.
His present wife (Mercy Johnson-Okojie) tries to fight her corner but Pius has a choice to make…between his calling and his wives; between old sins and new loyalties; between taking firm action and surrendering to God’s will.
Weakened by guilt and overwhelmed by sensational revelations, nothing would have prepared Pius for how rapidly things would descend into violent chaos…for hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.
Stars Ramsey Noah, Mercy Johnson-Okojie and Mary Njoku. also features are Jide Kosoko, TT Temple, Precious Chikwendu, Enyinna Nwigwe and Tony Aclet. Written by Tobe Osigwe, Edited by Ben Nugent and original music by Luke Corradine. Produced by Mary Njoku.
Directed a Produced by Obi Emelonye.
The Movie ‘STILL STANDING’ Set To Hit Cinemas FEBRUARY 2015!
Genmemoir Productions gets set to release ‘Still Standing’ in cinemas in Nigeria nationwide. The film is an emotional drama starring Jackie Appiah, Bobby Obodo, etc and was shot entirely in the United States of America. ‘Still Standing’ is a story about the joys and pains of a striving young American family, originally from Africa, living the American dream until a major tragedy alters the family’s course. Nne-Amaka (Jackie Appiah), will try to be the lifeguard for the family in the middle of this stormy sea. Can she weather the storm? Will there be a strand of hope in this family tsunami?
Featuring as her husband in the movie is heartthrob/fan favourite Bobby Obodo, whose convincing acting on set, sparked rumours that he and Jackie Appiah were an item! Hmm… Are they or were they? Well, there’s only one way to find out and that’s by watching the movie, ’Still Standing’ when it premieres and screens in cinemas nationwide as from 27th of February 2015.
The movie also stars Jazmine Batchan, James Alexander III, Buddy Miller Jnr and was directed and produced by Michael Uadiale. Ben Adeyanju http://www.ibenjamen.com was Assistant Director, Tom Robson was Technical director, DOP/Cinematography was by Franklin Guerrero. ‘Still Standing’ won the GIAMA Award Best Film (in Diaspora) in 2013, it was nominated for Best Director category(GIAMA Awards) Nominated at the 2014 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCAs) for Best Supporting Actress and Best Writer categories. The movie will be showing in cinemas nationwide in from the 27th of February 2015 so make sure you go see it!
For more information on the film do check out their website www.stillstandingthemovie.com Facebook: AYEStillstandingmovie.com
Stephanie Premiered her new Movie “DRY”in UK
Actress / Director /Producer Stephanie Okereke Linus premiered her new movie – “DRY” on Saturday 29th November 2014, at the Aberystwyth Arts Centre, Wales, UK. The Premier attracted 150 guests and it was a great event for her. Looking forward to do well in the box office.
From Hard-Times To Haute Times
Emerging from the catwalks of the Houston, Texas fashion scene is a soft-spoken entrepreneur of fashion, with bold statements on style and culture. Kimma Wreh is the creative mind behind TeKay Designs. As the Head Designer of the couture fashion label, Kimma specializes in creating non-traditional and multi-cultural bridal and formal wear for men, women and children. The fashions are a mix of ethnic and contemporary designs. Wreh is from the country of Liberia and is a naturalized US citizen. As a first generation immigrant, Kimma Wreh is an example of the type of persons the United States has always welcomed to it’s borders. Recent comments by President Obama explain the policy our nation has taken towards immigrants. “For more than 200 years, our tradition of welcoming immigrants from around the world has given us a tremendous advantage over other nations. It’s kept us youthful, dynamic, and entrepreneurial. It has shaped our character as a people with limitless possibilities.” —President Barack Obama (Nov, 2014 Statement on Immigration Policy).
On the heels of New York Fashion Week 2014 where Wreh’s gowns were previewed, the fashion label showcased two new collections during the Houston Fashion Week 2014 events that led to Kimma Wreh of TeKay Designs being awarded “Best Couture Designer” for the “Crown Collection” of formal gowns and “Best Bridal Designer” title for the “Queen of the Brides” gown collection. Wreh also won “Fashion Designer of the Year Award” from the Ward Educational Foundation; (A non-profit organization with a school for girls in Liberia). The Houston Fashion awards acknowleged Wreh’s consistent contributions to philanthropic causes. Moreover, Kimma was awarded “2014 Top Designer of the Year” award by D-Mars Black Lifestyle Magazine. As an added recognition. Wreh received the Rising Star nomination from Fashion Group International, New York in the Accessories Category title. In 2014, R&B singer-songwriter Angie Stone, Chante Moore, and TV news anchor Deborah Duncan of “Great Day Houston” have worn TeKay Design’s statement necklaces. These celebrities joined the ranks of tennis superstar Serena Williams, actress Ashley Rickards and Busy Phillips by wearing TeKay Designs
Earning many accolades and celebrity endorsements throughout 2014, it appears Kimma Wreh is on easy street. “2014 has certainly been a breakout year for me. It’s been very busy and exciting. It appears my hard work is beginning to pay off.” explains Kimma. “It has certainly been a life of struggle for me. My humble beginnings started in my home country of Liberia where I lived a normal life until a series of military coups during the 1980’s. My father was a government offical and my family had to flee our home in 1986 because the militants were causing atrocities throughout the country. These were the darkest days of my life. My family lived in fear for months. My parents were able to help me flee the country for a better life in the United States. When I arrived in the US, all I had was $100 and a small suitcase. It was a blessing to enroll in college at Howard University, however it was challenging. I successfully completed a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Howard University. I later earned my master’s degree in Business Administration from LeTourneau University. During my tenure at Howard, I began creating stylish African fashions for my personal wardrobe. After receiving numerous complements and request for custom dresses, I decided to start my business with my sister. Although my sister and I began working separate businesses, we occasionally collaborate on projects. TeKay Designs has been in operation for over 16 years now, and it’s truly been a love of labor. The challenges with being a single mother and startup business gets to be hectic and exhausting. I must divide my attention between my kids, the computer, calls and meetings with customers, suppliers, event promoters, seamstresses and fit models in the same moments. Dispite the challenges, I feel blessed to have achieved what I have.”
Kimma Wreh’s fashion ideas exemplifies the entrepreneurial drive that is all-American. TeKay introduces new cultural designs, fabrics and embroidery into it’s gown collection and brings forth advanced sewing techniques, beading, ornamentations and cultural education. With each season the gowns spark dynamic thought and dialogue about culture and design that is always interesting. Culture and style is TeKay Design’s aesthetic signature and philanthropy is always an agenda for Kimma.
TeKay Designs has participated in various charitable causes and social endeavors aimed at uplifting the lives of women who are disabled or disadvantaged. Wreh’s recent initiative is making gowns for wheelchair bound women. Her recent encounter with Mrs. Deborah Grayson Carpenter, former contestant for Ms. Wheelchair Texas Pageant and Ambassador for the National Spinal Cord Injury Association, is an example of Kimma’s generosity. “I was touched by Deborah’s story and positive outlook on life. I created a couture gown, veil and headpiece for Deborah because I wanted her to feel glamourous during the fashion show, despite her spinal cord injury. It was amazing to see her on the runway. Deborah is the first person in a wheelchair to wear a TeKay Designs gown”.
The Crown Collection is a line of pageant gowns that positions the TeKay brand within a network of pageant queens who are ambassadors to philanthropic causes. Kimma believes in giving back. Some of the African inspired gowns produced by TeKay are created in Ghana, Africa. Skilled seamstresses and embroiderers work to produce dresses and men’s attire for an entire bridal party. TeKay outsources work opportunities for women to create elaborate couture gowns for brides who want culturally themed ceremonies. “ It’s important to give back!” explains Kimma, “I feel good about creating jobs for women in Africa. However, the current Ebola epidemic appears to be a distraction for many West African countries. Africans have been stigmatized by this deadly virus and it has effected doing business in West Africa. Although I’ve not returned to Liberia in over a decade, I’m stigmatized because I’m Liberian… I am Liberian, not a virus! Ebola hysteria and stigmatization has inspired me to begin plans to work on a fundraising event to help provide medical supplies to help combat the Ebola virus —while celebrating African culture. Fashion events are an excellent way to promote the creativity and culture of Africa.” states Kimma.
African fashions are still on the rise across the world. Consultancy Africa Intelligence (www.consultancyafrica.com), is a South African based research firm that has recorded 16 major fashion shows in Africa during 2011. There are several international fashion events which serve African-based designers as a platform to showcase their work. Moreover, new trends and labels are promoted on websites, in fashion magazines like the Nigeria based Arise Magazine. African inspired dresses are being created in every city by cosmopolitan designers like Kimma Wreh who are reshaping the image of Africa one garment at a time.
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Nominees Announced for 2015 AMVCAs
The nominees for the third Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) brought to viewers by AfricaMagic in association with MultiChoice Africa and the headline sponsor, Amstel Malta, have been revealed. The much-anticipated announcement was made by popular TV personalities, Nick Mutuma ofMashariki Mix and Sika Osei of 53 Extra on Wednesday, the 10th of December 2014 at 20:30 CAT during a special live broadcast on all Africa Magic and Maisha Magic channels.
Leading the nominees with an impressive eight nods was the Nigerian psychological thriller, October 1, followed by the critically acclaimed action crime thriller, A Place in the Stars, nipping at its heels with seven nominations. Both movies will go head-to-head in the coveted Best Movie (Drama) and Best Movie of 2014 categories.
Popular Nigerian actress, Rita Dominic, whose film The Meeting also received a noteworthy number of nominations, is in the running for Best Actress in two categories – the Comedy category for her role in The Meetingwhile her drama film Iyore, put her in the running for Best Actress in a Drama.
Other actors and actress who received nominations include Gideon Okeke, Richard Mofe Damijo, Frank Donga, Mercy Johnson, IK Ogbonna, Kunle Afolayan, Ireti Doyle, Wale Ojo, Mike Ezuruonye, OC Ukeje, Ivie Okujaye, Joselyn Dumas, Linda Ejiofor and more.
It’s game, set, match for the nominees who are scheduled to celebrate each other at the 2015 AMVCAs ceremony on 7 March 2015. go to the website http://amvca2015-awards.dstv.com and vote for your favorite actors or movies.
The nominees for the 2015 AMVCAs are:
Best Actor in a Comedy
The Interview (Frank Donga) – Kunle Idowu
The Meeting – Femi Jacobs
Meet the Adebanjos – Wale Ojo
Horn Free Day– Kelechi Udegbe
Fundi-Mentals – Gerald Langiri
The Last 3 Digits -Nonso Diobi
Best Actress in a Comedy
Folly – Joke Silva
When Love Happens – Weruche Opia
The Meeting – Rita Dominic
A Letter from Adam – Lydia Forson
I Come Lagos – Nse Ikpe Etim
Best Actor in a Drama
A Place in the Stars – Gideon Eche-Okeke
Honeymoon Hotel – IK Ogbonna
Unforgivable – Mike Ezuruonye
Devil In The Detail – Adjetey Anang
Brave – Wole Ojo
Confusion Na Wa – OC Ukeje
Secret Room – O.C Ukeje
Best Actress in a Drama
Make.A.Move – Ivie Okujaye
Iyore – Rita Dominic
A Place in the Stars – Amaka Mgbo
Love or Something like That – Joselyn Dumas
October 1 – Kehinde Bankole
Reflections – Aisha Kamara
Best Art Director (Movie/ TV)
October 1 – Pat Nebo
Secret Room – Crey Ahanonu/Simon Peacemaker
Veve – Ayako Bertoll
Verdict – Stanlee Ohikhuare
Prince of Barmah – Frank Rajah Arase
Best Cinematographer (Movie/ TV)
October 1 – Yinka Edward
A Place in the Stars – John Demps/ Harald Beeker/ Manuel Lapiere
The Antique – Dj Tee
Verdict – Stanlee Ohikhuare
Secret Room – Lukman Abdulraman/Simon Peacemaker
Best Comedy Writer (Movie/ TV)
The Meeting – Tunde Babalola
Clinic Matters Episode 203 – Adekunle Salawu
When Love Comes Around – Zynnell Zuh and David Amah
When Love Happens – Seyi Babatope/Diche Enuwa/Temitope Bolade
A Letter from Adam – Lydia Forson
Best Costume Designer (Movie/ TV)
October 1 – Deola Sagoe/Obijei Oru
Dazzling Mirage – Adebimpe Adebambo
Rush TV Series – Tiona Wangechi
Love or Something like That – Nana Akua Manso
Under Your Skin – Ngozi Jombo
Best Documentary
The Gift of the Nile – Yvonne Bassey
These Past Times – Katman
Shashamane Southern Ethiopia – Yvonne Bassey
Paradox Of Life – Katman Dayil
The Masai Mara Adventure – Yvonne Bassey
Best Drama Writer (Movie/ TV)
A Place in the Stars – Ita Hozaife And J.K. Amalou
Devil in the Detail – Shirley Frimpong-Manso
Iyore – Frank Rajah Arase
Yellow Cassava – Damijo Efe Young
October 1 – Tunde Babalola
Best Lighting Designer
October 1 – Lanre Omofaye
The Antique – Dj Tee
Verdict – Stanlee Ohikhuare
Fundi-Mentals – John Wambugu
Tales of Eve – Caged Tajudeen Abdulazeez
Best Local Language Hausa
Bincike – Hafizu Bello/Abubakar Bashir
Maja – Abba Miko Yakassai
Shagun Doka – Andrew Ohio Ohiorenoya
Mai Farin Jini – Uzee Concept
Ni Da Matata – Abba Miko Yakassai
Best Local Language Igbo
B For Boy -Uche Nwa dili
Onye Ozi (The Messenger) -Obi Emelonye
Har Da Mijina – Uzee Concept
Olanma – Onyekachukwu Okeke
Saint Ossai – Collins Ezenwa
Best Local Language SWAHILI
Network – John Kallage
Veve – Sarika Hemi Lakhani
Mama Duka – Njoki Muhoho
Almasi – Almasi
Mdundiko – Timothy Conrad
Best Local Language YORUBA
Olosa – Temitayo Adeniyi
Dagbere – Oluwole Cole
Dada Oni Paki – Fidelis Duker
Alakada 2 – Alakada2
Iya Alalake – Faithia Balogun
Best Make-Up Artist
October 1 – Sacred
Verdict – Stanlee Ohikhuare
Iyore – Matthew Alechenu Hyacient
A Place In The Stars – Chinwem Elevoh / Sandra Udoewah
The Meeting – Juliette Okoli
Best Movie (Comedy)
The Meeting – Rita Dominic
A Letter from Adam – A Letter From Adam
The Meeting – Mildred Okwo
30 Days in Atlanta – 30 Days In Atlanta
Jand Hustle – Ehizojie Ojesebholo
Best Movie (Drama)
Devil in the Detail – Devil in the Detail
Invasion 1897 – Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen
Secret Room – Simon Peacemaker/ Crey Ahanonu
A Place in the Stars – A Place In The Stars
October 1 – Kunle Afolayan
Make.A.Move – Make.A.Move
Best Movie Director
Invasion 1897 – Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen
A Place in the Stars – Steve Gukas
Secret Room – Eneaji Chris
Verdict – Stanlee Ohikhuare
Potomanto – Potomanto
Best New Media-Online
Verdict – Stanlee Ohikhuare
Ogas at the Top – Marie Lora-Mungai
Leeway – Eric Aghimien
Hard Times – Imoh Umoren
Between The Lines – Likarion Wainaina
Best Movie Of 2014
Invasion 1897 – Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen
Yellow Cassava – Zeb Ejiro
October 1 – Kunle Afolayan
A Place in the Stars – A Place In The Stars
Iyore – Frank Rajah Arase
Best Short Film
Verdict – Stanlee Ohikhuare
Not Right – Not Right
Brave – Lowladee (Adeleke Dolapo)
Oblivious – Kiki Omeili
The Throne – Jibril Mailafia
Best Sound Editing
A Place in the Stars – Susan Penington
October 1 – Kulanen Ikyo
Render To Caesar – Michael Ogunlade
Gidi Up – Muhammed Atta & Jadesola Osiberu
Love or Something like That – Kofi Boachie-Ansah
The Antique – Flo
Best Video Editor
A Place in the Stars – Antonio Ribeiro
Veve – Roselidah Taabu Obala
October 1 – Mike Steve-Adeleye
Devil in the Detail – Nana Akua Manso
Reflections – Victoria Akujobi
Best Supporting Actress
30 Days in Atlanta – Ada Ameh
The Meeting – Linda Ejiofor
30 Days in Atlanta – Ese
Gidi Up – Iretiola Doyle
Confusion Na Wa – Tunde Aladese
Best Supporting Actor
A Place in the Stars – Segun Arinze
30 Days in Atlanta – Richard Mofe Damijo
Iyore – Yemi Blaq
Knocking On Heaven’s Door – Blossom Chukwujekwu
When Love Happens – O. C. Ukeje
Best Television Series
The Xyz Show – Godfrey Mwampembwa
Jack Okell – Georgia Arnold
Rush TV Series – Rush Series
Gidi Up – Jadesola Osiberu
Maliposa – Mingeli Palata
OSITA
TECO BENSON (MFR) AN ACCOMPLISHED NOLLYWOOD DIRECTOR/PRODUCER
Teco Benson MFR
The story of the Nigerian film industry popularly known as Nollywood without the name of Teco Benson, MFR will not be complete. He is an accomplished award winner film director by all standards.
Considering his contribution to the growth of Nigerian Film Industry the The President of Federal Republic of Nigeria bestored him with a national honour Member Federal Republic of Nigeria (MFR)
Born in 28th February 1971 after his early education he earned his Master degree, in Communication Studies, obtained in 2009 from the Lagos State University School of Communication and several professional courses in Script Writing, Film Production, Directing, cinematography and Editing. He is married
He is the Managing Director /CEO of his company TFP GLOBAL NETWORK.
He started his career in the beginning era of Nollywood and has been able to evolve making great impact in the process and building a brand “Teco Benson” that has become a household name not just in Nigeria but world over.
He has spent the past 20 years of active film making in Nigeria with history of consistency, quality and attention to details.
He is affiliated to Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN) as a Member, and Association of Movie Producers (AMP) as a Member.
Pioneered Action film making in Nigeria with movies that helped in shaping public opinions and fore warned Nigeria of what is happening today and how to handle them, e.g. State of Emergency, Executive Crime, Terror, War Front etc.
Produced and directed several big budget productions and has been able to manage and coordinate lots of human and material resources even under extreme pressure.
Established budgets/Schedules and monitored their progress and expenditure.
Trained and mentored several young film practitioners that are actively involved today in the film production process earning a descent living.
His main Objective going into film making is to use film as a conscious medium of communication with a view to effecting behavior change, especially restoring/upholding values, upholding issues of morality, upholding the sanctity of life and above all restoring the belief in our Nation, Nigeria as one indivisible entity.
Teco Benson has great directing skill with a deep interpretation and special style that is now identifiable by the viewing audience
His Film Producing skill date back from the early 90’s with special interest in topical issues.
Writing skill with ability to create relevant informative, educative, corrective and entertaining stories spiced with suspense, intrigue and positive resolution embedded with overall message of the story and cutting edge skill in film and Sound Editing
He also has good managerial skills acquired throughout my 20 years of leadership in the film production process and through my 3-year engagement with civil service as head of health department and PA to the Sole Administrator of Anambra State Environmental Protection Agency.
As a film Director/Producer, he has many films to his credit like
Film Credits as Producer
Scores to Settle, Suicide Mission, Cursed from Beyond, Compromise, Abandon, Atrocity, Narrow Escape 1, and Confusion.
Film Credit as Director/Producer
Accident
Blood in the Lagoon
Mission to Nowhere
Centrifugal Force
State of Emergency
Two Brides and a baby
High Blood Pressure
Explosion
The Senator
Six Demons
Executive crime
Broaddaylight
The Price
Wasted years
End of the wicked
Red Hot
War Front
Formidable Force
Blood Diamonds
False Alarm
Terror
The Bastard
Highway to the Grave
Day of Reckoning
Day of Atonement
Danger Signal
Silence of the Gods
The Fake Prophet
Dirty Game
Elastic Limit
Eye for Eye
Grace to Grass
Accidental Discharge
Felony
Magic Money
Indigenous Language Film Credits as Director
Mfana Ibagha (Ibibio)
Iku Doro (Yoruba)
Short Film Credits as producer/Director
The Premonition (BBC ENR Project)
The Mirror (BBC ENR Project)
Dr Cruel (CREATIVE TIME New York)
Too Far (CFC Nigeria)
Too Late (CFC Nigeria)
Television Credit
Directed the HEIR APPARENT reality show (A TV Reality show that aired on NTA Network in the last quarter of 2010) HEIR APPARENT Brand is a federal government project sponsored by the NATIONAL ORIENTATION AGENCY.
Awards and Recognitions
Member of the order of the Federal Republic (MFR) -2012
Best Nollywood Director, Universal Achievement Awards, Columbus, Ohio, USA, 2014
Winner, Best Nigerian Film (AMAA) 2014
Best Director Nominee, AMAA, 2014
Best Director Nominee, (GIAMA) USA, 2014
Best Director, (Best of Nollywood Awards) BON, 2011
Best Director in English films FNEI, London 2004
Director of the year, City People Awards, 2002
Best Director in English films, VCOAN, 2005
Best action film director, Unizik, 2000
Best Xtian film director, Xtian Film Academy Awards, 1999
Best Producer in Nigeria, Zuma Film Festival, 2008
Nollywood Personality of the year, ASHAE, 2006
Special recognition awards, fan U.S.A. 2004
Excellency merit award, Nigerian Red Cross, 2004
Beyond Nigerian borders Teco Benson MFR received from California Legislature Assembly a Certificate of Recognition by the 5th Annual Silicon Valley African Film Festival for fostering a rich and positive impact to strengthen the culture of their community.
Teco Benson has taken part in much Industrial Engagement:
He has served as a member of the federal government delegation to Ghana in 2005, that mediated in the crisis between Nollywood and Ghana film Industry.
He was also part of the five-man delegation that represented Nigeria at the 32nd Cairo international film festival, held in Cairo, in Egypt.
In 2006, he represented Nigeria film industry with his movie titled Explosion in Israel, during a cultural festival tagged fresh face of Nigeria held at the famous Givatayim theatron in Telaviv, where it premiered to a full international audience.
In 2007 his blockbuster 35mm film, Mission to Nowhere launched Nollywood to international cinemas, securing general release in all the chains of elite cinemas in U.K, Dublin, Scotland, and Nigeria.
In 2011, he represented Nigeria and delivered position paper in Copenhagen, Denmark during the cultural festival organized by the Danish film Institute.
Also in 2011, he represented Nigeria at the International Documentary film festivals held in Johannesburg, South Africa where he presented his perspective on the effects of piracy.
In 2003, he was given a special recognition by Alhaji Teejan Kabbah, the then President of Sierra Leone for his efforts in the movie Blood Diamonds, the first Sierra Leonian made movie.
A founding member of defunct FCON, Filmmakers cooperative of Nigeria
His Previous work experiences are
Environmental Health Officer
Anambra State Environmental Protection Agency 1994-1995
Personal Assistant to the Sole Administrator
Anambra State Environmental Protection Agency 1995-1997
Resigned in 1997 to devote more time for professional film production, which he combined on part-time since 1994.
His movie “ACCIDENT” Winner of the 2014 Best Nigerian Film (AMAA) Award.
Synopsis:
Chy, a successful Nigerian female attorney takes on a case that may well be the last case of her career. A client wants to divorce his wife after 15 months of marriage, but when the woman turns up dead, Chy finds herself entangled in a web of deceit, scandal and jealousy. Accident is a fascinating courtroom drama with twists and turns that will keep the audience guessing.
Below is Teco Benson Official contact :
TFP GLOBAL NETWORK: House 1, Road 2, Greenland Estate, Off Phillip Odeavbara Street, Lekki Scheme 2, Lekki Peninsula, Lagos,Cell 08033329711, 08086160547, E-mail tecobenson2@yahoo.com