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John Boyega: Profile of Nigeria’s Fast Rising Foreign Based Actor

Published

7 years ago

April 22, 2018

Eric

John Adedayo B. Adeboyega, better known as John Boyega, could be described as a passionate actor, whose rising profile has received international accolades. The energy and enthusiasm he employs in his movies have stood him out as a force to reckon with, especially when the 2015 film Star Wars: The Force Awakens – the seventh film of the Star Wars series, and its 2017 sequel Star Wars: The Last Jodi, are used as reference points

John developed a passion for acting far back in his primary school days when he played his first role in a play at his primary school, Oliver Goldsmith Primary School, as Leopard. It was here that he was noticed by Teresa Early, the artistic director of Theatre Peckham, a learning theatre for young people in South London. He was known to have spent his after school hours-time at the theatre until his 14 years. He however, rose to prominence in his native United Kingdom for his role as Moses in the 2011 sci-fi comedy film, Attack the Block.

Before he fully joined the theatre, his father, a preacher, had wanted him to become a preacher too, but had to embrace his son’s theatrical passion thereafter. During his secondary education at Westminster City School, he took part in countless school productions, before proceeding to study Performing Arts in South Thames College. His passion for acting made most of his activities at the college noticeable, one of which is playing the title role in the college’s production of Othello.

After his college education, he enrolled at the University of Greenwich to obtain BA in Film Studies & Media Writing, but passion for acting made him drop out. Since then, he has featured in various historical drama film like Pacific Rim Uprising in 2018, Detroit in 2017, The Circle in 2017, Imperial Dreams in 2014, Half of a Yellow Sun in 2013, Junkhearts in 2011, four episodes of the television series 24: Live Another Day, and TV shows like Star Wars Forces of Destiny in 2017, Watership Down in 2017, Major Lazer in 2015, and Becoming Human in 2011. He has received the British Academy Film Awards for Rising Star in 2016. Indeed, he is a rising star.

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Jay-Z Tops Forbes’ Greatest Rappers of All Time List

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4 days ago

December 5, 2024

Eric

Forbes has named American rapper, Sean Carter aka Jay-Z, as the greatest rapper of all time.

The publication recently released its 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time list, celebrating the best in the hip-hop world.

Jay-Z topped the list, followed by Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, J. Cole, and Tupac at numbers 2, 3, 4, and 5, respectively.

Drake, Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, Nas, and Eminem complete the top 10.

Also on the list are Andre 300 (11), The Notorious B.I.G (12), Missy Elliott (13), Chuck D (14), A$AP Rocky (15), Lil’ Kim (16), Tyler, the Creator (17), Snoop Dogg (18), Ghostface Killah (19) and Common (20).

Popular names in hip-hop like 50 Cent, Ice Cube, Juice WRLD, Lauryn Hill, Dr. Dre, Queen Latifah, Busta Rhymes, Future, Childish Gambino, Bad Bunny, Pusha T, Cardi B and Young Thug, rank at number 24, 25, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 40, 46, 48 and 49, respectively.

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I’ve Lost My Sight, Iconic Singer, Elton John Reveals

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6 days ago

December 2, 2024

Eric

The British music icon, Sir Elton John, has shared a heartbreaking revelation on the loss of his eyesight after battling a severe infection.

Elton John disclosed this during a recent public appearance at the charity gala performance of The Devil Wears Prada: “The Musical,” staged at the London Dominion Theatre on Sunday.

The 77-year-old, whose revelation stunned many at the gala performance, said he did not watch the show due to his failing eyesight.

He said: “As some of you may know, I have had issues, and now I have lost my sight.

“I have enjoyed listening to the performance, even though I haven’t been able to see it.”

Sir Elton John even gave his husband, David Furnish, who was present at the event, credit for supporting him through the hardship.

“To my husband, who has been my rock, because I haven’t been able to attend many of the previews because, as you know, I’ve lost my vision, so it’s difficult for me to see them, but I love to hear them.

“And tonight it sounded great! Alright! I appreciate you coming,” he added.

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Yuletide: Glo Lights Up Banana Island

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2 weeks ago

November 25, 2024

Eric

The highbrow Banana Island in Ikoyi, Lagos, was literally transformed on Saturday night as Globacom joined the community to mark the commencement of the Yuletide season.

The company sponsored the community’s Starlight Night organized by the Banana Island Property Owners and Residents Association Lagos (BIPORAL).

The 2024 Starlight Night, which was the fifth in the series, was an evening to usher in the Yuletide season with families and friends as well as “a day to reflect on how the year has been, and be thankful for where we are under a beautiful weather”.

Globacom, in a statement, expressed delight in sponsoring the celebration to spread the festive cheer as well as the lighting of a Christmas tree and street light boxes across key locations around Banana Island.

“Christmas is a time for unity, joy, and togetherness, and as a company, we believe in contributing to the communities where we operate. This is our way of giving back and spreading joy and hope to our fellow Nigerians, especially as we prepare to enter the new year”, the company disclosed.

The special event brought together local residents, friends, community leaders, and corporate partners, and witnessed electrifying performances by entertainment groups, Art Afrique and SPAN.

Starlight night ended with Christmas fireworks which lit up the sky with dazzling bursts of colour and sparkle, adding a vibrant and festive glow to the celebrations.

The event will culminate in the illumination of street light boxes which will be strategically placed throughout the island’s key streets.

Globacom’s sponsorship of the Starlight Night has added a touch of festive season to the Banana Island neighbourhood, reinforcing the company’s commitment to bringing joy to Nigerian communities during the festive season.