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Actors Guild of Nigeria Plateau State Chapter Honors Chief Kefas Wungak as Grand Patron, Celebrates Kefiano Foundation’s Success

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3 years ago

July 31, 2023

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The Actors Guild of Nigeria Plateau State Chapter has bestowed the prestigious title of “Grand Patron” upon Chief Kefas Wungak Ropshik. The decision was reached after careful and thorough deliberation by the esteemed guild members, recognizing Chief Kefiano’s remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry and Nollywood as a whole.

The grand award ceremony took place alongside a joyous celebration of the successful graduation of Chief Kefiano’s adopted children through the renowned KEFIANO FOUNDATION, which has been making significant strides in empowering young talents.

The Chairman of the Actors Guild of Nigeria Plateau State Chapter, Mr. Alfred Baker Mgbejume, enthusiastically highlighted Chief Kefiano’s immense impact on the entertainment sector in the region. The utilization of Nollywood veterans’ services by Chief Kefiano to boost entertainment on the Plateau was especially commended, underscoring his dedication to elevating the local creative community.

Moreover, Mr. Alfred Baker Mgbejume praised Chief Kefiano’s tireless philanthropic efforts, which have benefited numerous individuals and communities in need. These acts of kindness and generosity further solidify his place as a respected figure in society.

Overwhelmed with joy and gratitude, Chief Kefiano graciously accepted the “Grand Patron” honor, viewing it as both a recognition of his past accomplishments and a challenge to do even more for the motion picture industry and the Actors Guild of Nigeria Plateau State Chapter.

During his acceptance speech, Chief Kefiano announced plans to establish a strong alliance and immediate collaboration with the AGN Plateau State Chapter. Together, they will launch the KEFIANO CREATIVE HUB, an initiative aimed at providing training and support for aspiring talents in the region.

Furthermore, Chief Kefiano humbly sought the goodwill of the Actors Guild of Nigeria Plateau State Chapter in fostering the creative and acting skills of the beneficiaries of his foundation going forward. By joining forces, they hope to create a thriving environment for artistic expression and cultural growth.

“As we move forward together,” Chief Kefiano stated, “let us embrace this moment to elevate our beloved motion picture industry and to uplift the dreams of countless aspiring actors and actresses.”

The show is indeed on, as the popular slogan and chant resound through the Actors Guild of Nigeria Plateau State Chapter. With Chief Kefas Wungak Ropshik assuming the role of Grand Patron, the future of Nollywood in Plateau State looks brighter than ever.

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Dua Lipa Sues Samsung for £11 Million Over Alleged Unauthorized Use of Her Image

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4 days ago

May 11, 2026

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Dua Lipa has reportedly filed a lawsuit against Samsung, seeking £11 million in damages over claims that the tech giant used her image without permission to promote its products.

According to court documents filed in the Central District of California, the Grammy-winning singer alleges that her photograph was used on the packaging of Samsung’s Crystal 43-inch ultra-high-definition televisions, which were marketed alongside the XITE Hits music channel.

The image in question was reportedly taken backstage at a 2024 music festival and later appeared on a large number of television boxes sold across the United States.

Dua Lipa’s legal team claims the use of her image created a false impression that she had endorsed or partnered with Samsung, potentially influencing consumers to purchase the televisions based on that perceived association.

Her lawyer, Christine Lepera, was cited as stating that Samsung used a copyrighted image of the singer “without authority or licence” and prominently featured it on retail packaging.

The lawsuit further alleges that Samsung ignored multiple legal warnings issued by the singer’s representatives before the case was formally filed.

The filing also included references to social media reactions, with some users reportedly saying they were drawn to or influenced to purchase the televisions because of Dua Lipa’s image on the packaging.

Dua Lipa, who has previously worked with global brands such as Nespresso, Puma, Porsche, and Yves Saint Laurent Beauty, is described in the filing as being highly selective about endorsement deals and would not have automatically agreed to such a partnership.

She is seeking at least $15 million in damages, though the final amount could reportedly increase if the case proceeds to trial.

At the time of the report, Samsung had not issued a public response to the lawsuit.

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AI-generated actors and scripts are now ineligible for Oscars

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2 weeks ago

May 2, 2026

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The organization behind the Academy Awards released new Oscar rules on Friday, including several that address the use of generative artificial intelligence.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said that only performances “credited in the film’s legal billing and demonstrably performed by humans with their consent” will be eligible for Academy Awards. Similarly, the academy said that screenplays must be “human-authored” to be eligible.

The academy also said it has the right to request more information about a film’s AI usage and “human authorship.”

These rule changes come as an independent film is in the works with an AI-generated version of Val Kilmer, as AI “actress” Tilly Norwood keeps making headlines, and as new video models are causing at least a few filmmakers to make sweeping declarations of despair. AI was also one of the main sticking points in the actors’ and writers’ strikes back in 2023.

Outside Hollywood, at least one novel has been pulled by its publisher due to the apparent use of AI, and other writers’ groups are declaring that AI usage makes work ineligible for awards.