Broadcasting
Stan Nze, Gideon Okeke, Pretty Mike others to Star in Nollywood 25-minute Mystery-Thriller by Tobe Nosike
Multiple Award Winning Actor & Filmmaker Stan Nze (Áfàméfùnà, RattleSnake: The Ahanna Story, Emela) has been tapped to lead the stellar cast of Nollywood’s 25-minute mystery thriller 12 Hours. Writer and storyteller, Tobe Nosike, will make his directorial debut, and Gideon Okeke (Tòkunbò) will play the supporting lead with Chy Nwakanma, Pretty Mike of Lagos, and Obehi Aburime also aboard to star.
12 Hours follows the gripping tale of Kelvin, a Lagos-based Photographer, who awakens at midnight to an inexplicable terror. In his quest for answers, he is forced to confront the falsity of his lens by reliving the last 12 hours of his life. When he unravels the truth, he must accept his fate or fight back.
12 Hours takes the audience on an unprecedented journey, challenging conventional storytelling boundaries and breaking free from the norms, offering a unique narrative that challenges perceptions with Tobe Nosike as the Director.
Tobe Nosike is a rising luminary in the world of cinema. Though debuting as a movie director, his creative brilliance shines through as a great writer. Tobe infuses each project with a unique storytelling finesse that transcends the screen. His directorial journey promises to be a captivating odyssey, guided by the pen of a masterful storyteller, poised to redefine the art of filmmaking.
“The journey to producing and directing 12 Hours has been an exciting ride. I knew who I wanted to play the lead role right from the point of scripting, and when he was contacted, he loved the script. Then, our fair share of challenges came, but we both made compromises to ensure this shoot happened. Then, I thoroughly went through the supporting roles until I found each of the fantastic talents onboard. We all know how remarkably gifted Stan Nze and Gideon Okeke are, and I can’t wait for you all to be thrilled by them in 12 Hours,” said Tobe Nosike.
“It has been a thrill working with all the brilliant minds on this project from cast to crew. Working with them taught me that in everything you do, you must surround yourself with a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion and support your aspirations,” added Tobe.
Nollywood’s Sweetheart and Filmmaker Stan Nze is known for his stellar performance in RattleSnake: The Ahanna Story, which earned him the 8th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) Best Actor in a Drama. He was most recently seen in Kayode Kasum’s Áfàméfùnà: An Nwa Boi Story and will also be seen in Netflix and Ebonylife Studios’ Òlòtūré: The Series this 2024. Stan leads the stellar cast of 12 Hours with his role as Kelvin, a successful Lagos-based photographer living a lie.
With over a decade of acting career, Gideon Okeke has shown his prowess with the impeccable interpretation of any role he plays. Gideon landed his first lead role in the Nigerian drama film Relentless in 2010, starring alongside Jimmy Jean-Louis and Nneka Egbuna. Since then, he has starred in many movies in lead and supporting roles. He was most recently seen in Jade Osiberu’s The Trade in 2023 and has been tapped to topline Ramsey Nouah’s Tòkunbò, coming soon. He plays the supporting lead role in 12 Hours as Officer Idowu – A corrupt police officer who would do whatever it takes to get what he wants.
Chy Nwakanma is a born actress who has captivated audiences around the world with her roles in Dede’s Bride, A Love Untamed, and Going On 35. Her stage credits include playing Viola in The Twelfth Night (University of Illinois, Chicago Theatre) and Pecola in The Bluest Eye (University of Illinois, Chicago, Theatre). Chy’s work ethic and interpretation of roles remain undefeated.
Mike Eze-Nwalie Nwogu, popularly known as Pretty Mike of Lagos (Nigeria’s controversial socialite), will be starring alongside Obehi Aburime (Game On) as Kelvin’s friends in 12 Hours.
12 Hours is not just another movie; it explores the human psyche, pushing boundaries and redefining the art of storytelling. Get ready to question reality and delve into the extraordinary with this cinematic masterpiece.
The 25-minute short film, 12 Hours is set to premiere in March 2024, marking the beginning of a new era in cinematic storytelling. For inquiries, kindly send an email to [email protected]. Also, follow @12Hoursthemovie on Instagram for screening updates.
Mr. Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, took centre stage at the Nigerian Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA) annual end-of-year meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, recounting the company’s remarkable growth and reaffirming free IT training for journalists.
Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, in a group photograph with NITRA Members
Speaking directly to IT media members at the company’s training facility in Lagos, Akano acknowledged the critical role journalists played in supporting New Horizons during its formative years two decades ago.
He detailed how the firm evolved from a handful of staff to one of Africa’s leading ICT skills training organisations, now employing about 500 staff across multiple training centres nationwide.
Akano Spotlights Youth Training, University Partnerships
Akano highlighted that New Horizons has trained over 500,000 youths, particularly tertiary institution students, equipping them with practical IT skills essential for Nigeria’s digital economy.
He announced recent partnerships with universities, including a new agreement with Afe Babalola University, to scale hands-on training programmes for students.
“This growth would not have been possible without the media’s support in documenting our journey,” Akano stated, pledging continued free IT skills training for media members to remain competitive in the evolving digital landscape.
Reciprocal Support Defines Long-Standing Partnership
The venue hosting the NITRA meeting underscored Akano’s generosity; NITRA Secretary Chidiebere Nwankwo secured the free facility after contacting him—a gesture consistent with New Horizons hosting multiple association events and training IT journalists since its inception 20 years ago.
Participants shared personal testimonies of Akano’s support, including veteran journalist Aaron Ukodie, whose daughter—an Accounting graduate from the University of Johannesburg—received NYSC placement and IT scholarship at New Horizons.
The Guardian’s Yemi Adeyemi recounted Akano accommodating his editor’s child for mandatory IT training after other firms declined.
Members praised Akano’s commitment to human capital development as evidence of deep appreciation for the media community that chronicled New Horizons’ success over two decades.
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has launched the NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal to revolutionise the National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment process, enabling applicants within Nigeria and in the Diaspora to capture biodata online prior to biometric verification at enrolment centres.
NIMC
Accessible via penrol.nimc.gov.ng, the platform allows users to fill enrolment forms, schedule appointments, upload supporting documents securely, and manage personal details directly, thereby slashing congestion, minimising wait times, boosting data accuracy and enhancing overall service efficiency at centres nationwide.
NIMC Director-General and CEO, Engr. (Dr) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, spearheaded the initiative as part of the Commission’s technology-driven strategy to fortify institutional performance, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda that emphasises digital transformation, efficient public service delivery and inclusive national development.
Dr Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications, highlighted key benefits including simplified biodata handling, confidential data protection through robust security measures, reduced physical centre visits and heightened operational effectiveness, urging all prospective enrollees to adopt the portal for a faster, citizen-friendly experience.[conversation_history]
The move underscores NIMC’s mandate under the NIMC Act No. 23 of 2007 to manage the National Identity Database, issue NINs and foster a reliable digital identity ecosystem vital for national planning, with users advised to complete pre-enrolment online before heading to selected centres for biometrics.
MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), a Pan-African film and television training institution, has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 intake.
MultiChoice
The fully funded programme is open to African graduates aspiring to become directors, filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers.
According to MultiChoice, the nine-month accredited curriculum combines online learning with intensive in-person training, and is designed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical immersion.
MTF academies are located in Kenya, Nigeria and Zambia, and serve aspiring filmmakers from 14 African countries. Since its inception in 2018, the initiative has trained 296 filmmakers, with graduates producing more than 42 movies aired on DStv, GOtv and Showmax platforms.
Organisers said alumni of the programme have gone on to establish over 50 production companies, while many continue to work within the MultiChoice ecosystem.
Graduates have also won accolades at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, Kalasha Awards, Uganda Film Festival and Women in Film Awards.
Applications for the 2026 intake close on Feb. 27, 2026. Interested candidates can visit https://apo-opa.co/3XW53oE for programme requirements.
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