Singer Tony Tetuila Goes Into Politics, Set To Contest Kwara Assembly
They have made their marks with some taking up political appointments in recent times all in an effort to diversify. However, stakeholders expect that with their showbiz background, their foray into politics will deepen the gains of the creative sector.
APC looks like the destination of Nigerian entertainers looking to go into politicking. ‘My Car’ singer and former Remedies group member, Tony Tetuila real name Anthony Olanrewaju Awotoye is the latest member of this click if banners are to be taken seriously.
A banner of Tetuila contesting for a seat at Kwara State of Assembly, Irepodun Local Government is currently making waves.
The following are the entertainers already gunning for politics
Desmond Elliot
He is one of the success stories of the Nigerian movie industry tagged the New Nollywood. Desmond Elliot is not just an accomplished actor having featured in the drama series, Everyday People, he’s becoming an accomplished movie director of repute. His movie Finding Mercy gained nominations for different awards. Desmond, a father of two sets of twins has a good diction and his good mien has endeared him to many. Recently, the Akwa-Ibom native threw his hat making his intention known that he is gunning for the Lagos State House of Assembly under the Labour Party. One can only wish baba ibeji meji (daddy of twins twice) a good and rewarding adventure into the murky waters of politics.Kate Henshaw
Ever radiant actress, Kate Henshaw is one personality everyone who comes across her would love to hang around. The Stronger Than Pain accomplished actress and fitness instructor has been in the industry since her decades back when she made her debut acting along with Bob Manuel-Udokwu in the movie, When The Sun Set. The mother of one is eyeing a shot at the House of Representatives under her constituency or a member of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly. Whether this pans out for the Nigeria Got Talent (NGT) Judge is a different ball game altogether. But Kate with her acumen stands a good chance in politics.
9ice
When the Alapomeji Records owner signified interest in politics more than a month ago, many were miffed on the reason behind his interest. Considering that the Afro hip-hop singer is working hard to consolidate and stabilise his music career churning out hits upon hits after releasing his fourth album titled, CNN Vs GRA. The singer named Abolore Akande looks passionate about changing the status quo in our political sphere.
He wants to contest for the House of Representative under the Ogbomoso Federal constituency.
Jibola Dabo
Bearded veteran actor, Jibola Dabo in a recent interview with LEADERSHIP Weekend disclosed that his love for the people in his homeland, Ile-Oluji has given him about three decades into the motion picture industry and with his wealth of experience, he says that he is ready to pitch his political tent and aim for the House of Reps under Ile-Oluji/Oke-Igbo Federal constituency. “My people have yearned for change and they believe I can bring about these to my community and my state, Ondo. I’m ready to engineer change and galvanise the youth towards positive change and influence my generation to give the youths a chance,” says Dabo, cultural ambassador of Ondo State.
Baba Dee
Dare Fasasi is his real name and not many know him with that but the name Baba Dee resonates with youths and lovers of contemporary music. Baba Dee is not just a musician but a showbiz personality having giving years and waded the tough terrain of the entertainment industry. Now the honcho of Naija Ninja is ready to give a shot at politics within the Lagos State House of Assembly under the Amuwo-Odofin Constituency. Baba Dee who is on the board of Collecting Society of Nigeria, COSON has a wealth of experience in dealing with people. We hope he succeeds at this venture.
KSB
Not many believed when one of the Ogungbe scion, Kenny Saint Best indicated her interest in politics. The younger of the Ogungbe clan, Kenny is passionate about effecting change in our clime and is eyeing a legislative seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly. “My ambition is driven by an urge to impact Nigerian youths. I intend to focus on youth development and to push for more visibility for Nigerian youths in government,” Kenny was reported to have told a national newspaper recently. KSB who hails from Ago-Iwoye also noted, “I think the older citizens have been at the helm of affairs of this country for too long. They’ve to give way now and let younger Nigerians take over. There are so many skilled educated and unemployed youths in the country presently and if they are not engaged, the insecurity will continue and we’ll continue to beat about the bush. This is the change I’m yearning for as I decide to take a political post.”
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