Posts Tagged ‘cnn’
Nigeria’s Blind Pioneer of Sound; CNN Interviews Cobhams Asuquo
Like his long-time hero Stevie Wonder, Nigerian music pioneer Cobhams Asuquo was born visually-impaired. And again, like the American R&B legend, the lack of sight was never enough to stop Asuquo from realizing his ambitions. Instead, it only fueled his optimism and desire to achieve success. “Being blind has played an integral role in forming [...]
VIDEO: Asa Features on CNN African Voices
I just Love this Woman! Her Voice is Magic Kai, Glad Cnn Recognised Good Music. Soulful Singer ASA Featured on CNN African Voices which was hosted By Globacom. I bet you will wanna watch this, The Interview Captures Her Upbringing, Her Passion for Music. Enjoy “Kai she dey ride Bicyle for Paris (As In Keke) [...]
CNN Video: Nigerian Men Pleading Their Innocence In Front Of Anti-Gadhafi Forces
This is a very interesting video on CNN. A few Nigerians captured by Anti-Gadhafi forces pleading for their lives, and also some discussion about racism in Libya.
CNN Features Internet Movie Channel Nollywood Love
As you are aware we have been partnering with Nollywood for the past couple of months to bring you the latest and best in Nollywood movies. They have been featured on this edition of CNN’s African Voices. Christian Purefoy talks to Nollywood Love’s founder, Jason Njoku on the challenges of Nollywood on the internet and [...]
CNN Video: Sultan Of Sokoto Discusses Religious Extremism In Nigeria
Check out this video where the Sultan Of Sokoto sits down with CNN’s Christian Purefoy and discusses the issues Nigeria is facing with extremism especially in the north. Interesting… Source: NaijaFeed.com
CNN Video: The Battle For Nigeria’s Presidency
CNN’s Christian Purfoy reports on the battle between the north and south for Nigeria’s presidency. It really should be about the best person for the job, and not necessarily where they are from, so please vote wisely. Peace.
CNN Video: Election Reform Via Twitter In Nigeria
Amara Nwankpa also known as @bubusn on twitter has been featured on CNN as he wages on with the get out and vote campaign. For those on twitter, bubusn is not a new name, and he has been one of the major people behind the #lightupnigeria campaign. CNN reporter does a cover on the elections [...]
Genevieve Nnaji On CNN’s African Voices – “Nigeria Is Just Like Any Other Place”
African Voices meets Nigerian movie star Genevieve Nnaji, one of Africa’s most successful actresses. Genevieve was interviewed by CNN’s Pedro Pinto in one of her more comprehensive and intriguing interviews. The full interview is scheduled to air next week. I definitely like the feel of the snippet I’ve seen so far. The show will air [...]
Video: Lady Mechanics In Nigeria
You don’t see too many mechanics that are women generally and especially in Nigeria. Well the trend just might be changing and some women are taking up the occupation of being mechanics. CNN covers this story of lady mechanics in Nigeria. Check it out. Source: Naijafeed.com
CNN Video: Nigerian Publisher Creates NollyBooks
A Nigerian publisher in South Africa is inspired by Nollywood movies, creates a series of Nollybooks to get students excited about reading. Pretty Inspiring. Source: NaijaFeed
CNN Coverage On WikiLeak Cables on Shell & Pfizer in Nigeria (Video)
Very interesting video discussion from CNN correspondent in Nigeria, Christian Purefoy on the wikileak cables on Shell & Pfizer concerning their dealings in Nigeria. As we probably already know over the past couple of days the WikiLeak issue has dominated the headlines, and along with that a lot of confidential documents concerning things in Nigeria [...]
Genevieve Nnaji On CNN Connect The World… Behind The Scenes Pics & Video
Am I the only that is thinking that Nigerians have been getting some major international exposure this year. I like it. 31 year old Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji dubbed “the Julia Roberts of Africa” by Oprah was featured on today’s CNN connect the world blog. Genevieve intends on extending her acting roles into the western [...]
CNN Interviews Babangida [IBB] | Why I’m Seeking Election
Most of us already know IBB is running for president. That is no secret. His reasons have been hazy at best. IBB sits with Christian Purefoy and explains some of his “reasons” for seeking to become president. Very Interesting. Share your thoughts Please.
Nneka Featured On CNN’s African Voices
Our very own Nigerian Soul Singer, Nneka is making bigger and bigger strides internationally. CNN’s weekly show, African Voices features her this week, and she touches on a range of subjects ranging from her music, to politics in Africa. Born to a Nigerian father and German mother, Nneka grew up in her hometown of Warri, [...]
Nigerian Acting President Goodluck Jonathan On CNN (Video)
For those that didn’t get a chance to catch CNN’s interview with Nigerian Acting president, Goodluck Jonathan, here are snippets of his interview. He touches on the Niger Delta Crisis, his short period for a turn around, and the history of his name. This is a positive step in the way of Nigerian Presidential Publicity [...]




