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About Ramsey Nouah, Silverbird Personality Of The Week
Ramsey Nouah has
emerged Nollywood Personality of the Year. The award winning Nollywood actor stars in the hilarious “30 days in Atlanta” currently showing in silver bird cinemas. Nouah’s acting career kicked off when he starred in the Nigerian TV soap opera “Fortunes.”
Ramsey Tokubo Nouah Jnr. was born on December 19,1970 in Lagos, Nigeria. At 20, he was starting out as an aspiring musician prior to heeding a friend’s advice to take a stab on acting.
At 21 he auditioned and instantly won the role of Jeff in an on-coming Nigerian Television Soap opera “Fortunes.” By the age of 23 he was seen in the “Fortunes’ from 1993 to 1994 which was a hit.
Captivating the viewers with his performance as Jeff, he instantly rose to fame and became one of the most recognised faces in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
In 1996, he made his major screen movie debut in the well received “Silent Night”.
From the 1990’s through the early 2000’s Nouah was quickly labelled “Lover Boy” because of the romantic roles he plays in most of his movies.
In 2004 he starred in “Dangerous Twins” and his stella performance as a good and bad twin, Taiye and Kehinde, projected him as a multi layered actor capable of much more than his lover boy image has suggested.
By then, his fame had transcended the shores of Nigeria and was exceeding to Africa.
The A-List Nollywood actor, is an African household name that will not be forgo hen for his immense contributions to the African entertainment industry at large.
In 2009, he portrayed a socially awkward fresh graduate in the “Figurin.’ He is often regarded as one of Africa’s greatest actors of all time. With an amazing talent and acting range, he has managed to remain new and fresh even after more than two decades in the industry. He has also won several awards for his acting and contributions to the African entertainment industry in Nigeria and around the world.
In 2010 he won Best Actor at the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) for his performance in ‘Figurine’. He is one of the few active pioneers and ambassadors of the laudable Nigerian-Movie industry also known as Nollywood. His burning desire to add to the creative growth of Nollywood and African Cinema led to his founding a movie production company called Ramsey films.
The Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising outstanding individuals.
The actress was honoured with the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine by Thomas Jefferson University in America in recognition of her outstanding contributions to social activism and impact through her work.
This remarkable achievement, they said, highlights her dedication to societal well-being and marks her as the first Black recipient of this distinguished award.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the medical field, promoting scientific discovery and advancements.
Named after Lennox K. Black, a Canadian manufacturing executive known for his philanthropic efforts and service on various boards, including Thomas Jefferson University, the prize celebrates excellence in medical innovation and global contribution to health and medicine.
The actress is renowned for her activism and impactful work in areas concerning women’s health and rights, including her efforts to combat issues like fistula and gender-based violence.
According to the award organisers she has been instrumental in bringing about social change through her films and campaigns. They added that her work extends beyond borders, affecting lives and policies internationally, embodying the spirit of the Lennox K. Black International Prize.
On receiving the award, Stephanie expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to using her platform for social good.
“This recognition goes beyond me; it is for all the women and girls fighting for a healthier, safer world. It amplifies our message and our work. It strengthens my resolve to continue advocating for gender equality, social justice, and improved maternal and reproductive health in Africa,” she said
Susan Aldunge, Interim President of Thomas Jefferson University, admired the actress, saying, ‘‘Your ability to educate while humbly addressing the cultural obstacles impeding progress for young women is commendable. Your intelligent, personal take on the necessary human rights changes has deeply impacted all lucky to encounter you. Congratulations once more on this well-deserved award and the acknowledgement of your efforts.’”
Ms Aldunge further said that Thomas Jefferson University, a leader in medical education and research, hosts the award to underscore its mission of improving lives through innovation in health care.
‘‘The university is proud to honour Stephanie Linus, whose work aligns with Jefferson’s values of creativity, collaboration, and compassion in pursuing excellence in medicine and beyond.
“Awarding the Lennox K. Black International Prize to Stephanie Linus celebrates her achievements and signals a broader recognition of the importance of social activism in medicine and health,” she added.
“Her pioneering efforts continue to inspire and effect change, paving the way for a healthier, more equitable world’’.
Stephanie, who was named Chairperson of the Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Best International Feature Film (IFF) category of the Oscars in August 2023, is best known for her 2015 advocacy movie ‘Dry’, which tells the story of a 13-year-old girl whose parents marry her off to a 60-year-old man, with devastating consequences.
Ilebaye’s revelation came just after Phyna had publicly called out the organizers for withholding some of her prizes.
Phyna, who revealed this to Newsmen insinuated that Ilebaye broke the gender code by announcing that she got her full prize money.
She also stressed that she would continue to demand for her balance, stating that she worked hard for the money during the show’s 72-day duration.
“I believe I should at least get what I worked so hard for 72 days. You all suddenly remembered your alert screenshots and IG Live………… Common……one among others is 1BTC which is over 80m in today’s market.
“To those who got their money in full
I’m happy for you. As a poor man’s child, let me ask for my money and other items remaining.,” She added.
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