Fans in Onikan and its
environs are in a for a swell time as the management of the Nnenna &
Friends brand has concluded plans to hold its upcoming event scheduled for Sunday, December 20, 2015 at the
Shell Hall, Muson Centre, Onikan in Lagos.
On the line-up of
artistes billed to perform at the Nnenna & Friends Special Christmas Show are
Marvin Crew’s finest and sweet voice – Korede Bello, one of Nigeria’s funniest
– Akpororo, The Oshadipe Twin and many others.
The Show is always
eagerly-anticipated and has so far lived up to its hype as indeed the BIGGEST
gathering of Kids and Teens, across Nigeria with over 5,000 children, parents
and guardians in attendance.
To whet the appetite of the brand’s
lovers at its upcoming event are sterling performances by shortlisted
contestants from the Nnenna & Friends Auditions held in August this year.
These talented kids between ages 7 and 14 will make their debut on stage, thus
living the brand’s dream of discovering budding talents and also giving them an
opportunity to showcase their talents.
The Nnenna &
Friends Show debuted in 2009 with its 1st edition on Children’s Day at
the National Stadium, Surulere. Subsequent editions held in 2010 at the
National Theatre, Iganmu and at a time at LTV Ikeja’s Blue Roof in 2012.
Also hyped as one of
Naija kids’ most favorite gathering, the Nnenna & Friends Shows provide an
avenue for comedians, musicians, dancers and other players in the entertainment
industry to excite their fans. Some of Nigeria’s finest artistes whom have
graced the show include Olamide, Ice Prince, 9ice, Oritsefemi, Sean Tizzle,
Daddy Showkey, Brymo, Timaya, Faze, Jaywon, MI, Sound Sultan, The Late Goldie, Chidinma,
Oshadipe Twins, Princess, Elenu, Seyi Law, Helen Paul (Tatafoo), Saco, Explicit
Dancers, not forgetting TV Comedy Group – Papa Ajasco & Company.
Usually an avenue for
corporate bodies to have direct contact with children and youth; past and
present sponsors include Indomie Noodles, Ribena, P&G, National Open University
of Nigeria (NOUN), Konga.com, Bobo Foods and Beverages, Yoyo Bitters, Rite
Foods, Domino’s Pizza, StarTimes, Family Tree Magazine, CONSAT TV, Fumman Juice,
Afrab Chem Pharmaceuticals, amongst others.
Nnenna & Friends
sprang up after the host - Yinka Olukunga played the role -‘Nnena’ in Superstory,
one of the Wale Adenuga’s popular drama series. Her character evolved into an
entertainment brand with wide followership.
The periodic Nnenna and
Friends shows have become the delight of so many children with features
including Music, Dance, Drama, Face Painting, Games, Comedy and many other side
attractions; with the audience going home with unforgettable memories as well
as mouth-watering gifts and prizes.
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