MALI RENAMES COLONIAL FRENCH STREET NAMES. (PHOTO).

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 Mali renames colonial French street names Mali followed Burkina Faso and Niger on Wednesday in renaming streets and squares in its capital to get rid of their French colonial names, AFP reported. Streets bearing the names of members of France's colonial administration have been rebaptised in Bamako, according to a decree by the junta chief. Cedeao Avenue (the French acronym for the Economic Community of West African States or ECOWAS) is also now named after a new strategic confederation that Mali has formed with Burkina Faso and Niger – the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). In all, nearly 25 names have been replaced, among them boulevards, streets, squares and public establishments. Niger and Burkina Faso have already made several changes to street and monument names in the last two years. In October, Niger renamed several historic sites in its capital Niamey which previously bore references to old colonial master France. Mali has been ruled by the military since back-to-back coups ...

OFFSHOOT WINS BEST SOUND AWARD AT BEST OF NOLLYWOOD AWARDS 2024.(VIDEO/PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.


 OFFSHOOT WINS BEST SOUND AWARD AT BEST OF NOLLYWOOD AWARDS 2024


The critically acclaimed feature film "Offshoot" has taken home the prestigious Best Sound award at the 2024 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, held on November 24, 2024, in Ilorin, Kwara State.


This achievement marks a significant milestone for the film, which has been garnering attention and accolades from viewers and critics alike. The Best Sound award is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship, dedication, hard work, and creativity of the team.


Offshoot tells the story of Modesire Mbakwe, the new Acting Head of Investigation at the NDA, who faces death threats from the cartel. Her determination strains her marriage with Dike, who must make a tough choice to protect their family. The film currently streaming on Prime Video has been praised for its thought-provoking storytelling, outstanding performances, and technical excellence. This award win further solidifies the film's position as a standout in the Nigerian film industry.


The BON Awards is one of the most respected and anticipated film awards in Nigeria, recognizing excellence in filmmaking and celebrating the best of Nollywood talent. “We're honoured to receive this award and are committed to continue to make brilliant films from the stable of Verte View," said Oluwatoyin Adewumi, the Executive Producer of "Offshoot."

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