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Nigeria to host original reality TV show, ‘Coming to Africa’
Nigeria will be hosting an original reality Television Show targeted at bridging the gap between black cultures around the world.
The reality TV show titiled “Coming to Africa”, will take place in Ile-Ife, Osun State and is endorsed by the Lagos State Governor, the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism and the Ooni of Ife.
CAPITAL POST reliably gathered that the show will bring Africans in the diaspora to Nigeria for the first time to explore a whole new world and know about the heritage that connects them.
Youth advocate and entertainer, Seyi Awolowo will host the show.
Contestants for the reality TV show will stay under one roof for 30 days to compete for the $100,000 prize.
Speaking on the originality of the reality show, Diamond Sonpon, Executive Producer, Co-host and Creator of Coming to Africa said: “I thought it’d be super cool to bring people who have been out of the continent for a while, like myself, or born outside the continent back to Africa – Nigeria specifically, to see how well they navigate as they relearn all they know about their history, their people, their cultures and traditions.
“The show will be set in Ile-Ife, the birthplace of the entire human race. It’s fascinating because you get to see over three dynasties of rulers when you visit the palace. It’s empowering to know that this existed before, during, and after slavery and is still existing”.
The Show co-host also revealed that Coming to Africa has already implanted curiosity in the heart of many Africans and Black in the Diaspora, and attracts strategic partners like United Nation Peace Ambassadors, Businessman & Philanthropist Martins Acha.
He said selected contestants are Africans who are no longer connected to their roots.
“The goal is simple: bringing them together under one roof for 30 days as they are confronted with the reality of their history.
“Contestants’ talents will be showcased through challenges that will be introduced into the house as the show goes on. The reality show will be directed by Dafe Eruotor and produced by Chris Odeh, the pioneer of Sozo Films, and producer of Nneka the Pretty Serpent.
“Casting for the reality show has started and is open to United States citizens or legal permanent residents who are black and above the age of 21. If selected, contestants would get an all-expense-paid trip down to Nigeria to compete for $100,000. The deadline for application is the 30th of May, 2022.
“Coming to Africa gives viewers a front seat view of the continent. This will be the first show to give a fresh depiction of Africa, one which isn’t pigeonholed by false stories and stereotypes. This is Africans telling the story of Africa for the world to see”, he added.
The Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubaka mini visited the Executive Governor of Katsina State, Mallam Umar Dikko Umaru Radda, at the Government House in Katsina to express condolences following the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Safara’u Umar Bare-Bari Radda.
During the visit, Minister Abubakar, on behalf of himself, his family, the Minister of State for Defence H.E. Dr. Bello Matawalle MON and the entire staff of the Ministry of Defence, conveyed heartfelt condolences to Governor Radda, his family, and the people of Katsina State during this difficult time.
In his remarks, he prayed for Almighty Allah to forgive the deceased, grant her mercy, and bestow upon her a place in Jannatul Firdaus. He also offered prayers for the Governor and his family, asking for strength and fortitude to bear this profound loss.
The Minister was accompanied by Hon. Idris Garba Jahun, former Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, along with Hon. Abubakar Sadiq Jallo and Hon. Mas’ud A. Naruwa, members of the Katsina State House of Assembly representing Hadejia and Babura, respectively.
All political office holders who were appointed by the embattled governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara have been suspended from office by the Sole Administrator of the State, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas.
They were suspended from office with immediate effect, according to a statement by the Chief of Staff to the Sole Administrator, saying the decision followed powers granted the Sole Administrator by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The Secretary to the State Government, the Chief of Staff to Fubara were among those suspended from office.
Commissioners, chairpersons and members of boards, agencies, commissions, and parastatals, as well as all Special Advisers, Special Assistants, and Senior Special Assistants were all relieved of their appointments.
“This suspension takes effect from Wednesday, March 26, 2025. The affected officers are to hand over to the permanent secretaries in their MDAs.
“Where there may be no permanent secretary, they are to hand over to the most senior director/head of administration,” the statement read.
Ibas was sworn in as Sole Administrator on Wednesday, March 19, by President Bola Tinubu after the President declared a state of emergency in Rivers State.
The President also suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for an initial period of six months.
Ibas, who is a former Chief of Naval Staff, vowed to maintain law and order in the state.
“If the main issue is that of maintaining law and order in the state, I think for any meaningful activities to take place in Rivers State, that is the utmost task that I have,” he said to State House correspondents after the swearing-in.
He also promised to work together with other stakeholders to ensure that order is restored in the state.
Agency Report
The 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Bayero, has announced the cancellation of the Eid-el-Fitr Durbar celebration due to security concerns in the state.
Emir Bayero made this announcement while briefing newsmen at his Nasarawa Mini Palace in Kano on Wednesday night.
He said that the peaceful coexistence of the people takes precedence over the Durbar celebration.
Emir Bayero had initially planned to hold the Durbar celebration, which would have coincided with his fifth year anniversary on the throne.
He noted that respected Islamic clerics, elders, stakeholders, and his council members advised him to cancel the celebration to maintain peace.
Emir Bayero urged the people of Kano to use the Sallah celebration period to visit families and friends and to observe the festivities in a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere.
He prayed for Allah’s blessings and mercy during the month of Ramadan, hoping that the people of Kano would receive forgiveness and mercy.
NAN
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