The interview below is an abridged version of the complete discussion with Jim Iyke. To read more about the unscripted Jim Iyke, subscribe to the third issue of the Golden Icons Magazine, which will be available for sale in April of 2011.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW – PART III

Host – Emma Emerson

Videographer – Brian, Edited by Matt Trevino.

Watch Part I and Part II of this Interview by clicking here

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Bode Ojo, Emma Emerson, and Jim Iyke

In Part III of this interview, he expressed his preference for the 2011 Presidential candidacy in Nigeria, and his outlook on fashion.

The interview below is an abridged version of the complete discussion with Jim Iyke. To read more about the unscripted Jim Iyke, subscribe to the third issue of the Golden Icons Magazine, which will be available for sale in April of 2011.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW – PART III

Host – Emma Emerson

Videographer – Brian, Edited by Matt Trevino.

Watch Part I and Part II of this Interview by clicking here

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ISSUE 3 Cover – APRIL, 2011

Bode Ojo, Emma Emerson, and Jim Iyke

Anekwe has also received many rave reviews for his theater performances. He and the cast of “Real Black Men Don’t Sit Crossed Legged On The Floor” won the 2006 VIV Award for Best Ensemble cast, where the New York Times was quoted saying, watching Anekwe was “exciting”!

He also received rave reviews for roles such as Mark Antony in Julius Caesar set in Africa and Paul Bratter in Barefoot In The Park. Anekwe received a New York City VIV award nomination Best Actor for his portrayal of Joseph Cinque in Chap Am So (The Amistad Victory).

Just be on the look out for Chet Anekwe, as he is currently working on multiple upcoming projects featuring popular Nollywood stars and directors.

All Enquiries should be forwarded to Anekwe’s Manager: Bianka Johnson; Biancajohnson114@gmail.com

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All Enquiries should be forwarded to Anekwe’s Manager: Bianka Johnson; Biancajohnson114@gmail.com

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BUSTED LIFE TRAILER

Busted Life is a highly tensed drama based on the true life story of two immigrants from Nigeria living together in America in search for better life. Starring Uzor, (Ramsey Noauh, winner of best Actor at the Africa Movie Academy Awards 2010) and Femi, (Chet Anekwe from the Hollywood movie PHAT GIRLZ)

In this thrilling movie, Femi’s lifestyle of greed, lust for women and betrayal takes center stage of his friendship with Uzor and the bond of brotherhood was broken.

While Femi is apprehended by the authorities and sent to jail for some time, Uzor finds himself unemployed and frustrated and is kicked out of the house by his wife. Uzor takes refuge in the arms of an African American lady named Lisa. She introduces him to her drug cartel and he becomes a part of the family. Soon Uzor rises to become the Don.

Uzor’s unfinished business with Femi resurfaces when their paths cross again in a drug deal. This time all caution thrown to the wind and all hell is let loose!!

Busted Life will keep you on the edge of your seats with nail biting tension and high octane action like never before seen in a Nollywood movie!

The movie also stars some of Africa’s greatest talents like Pascal Atuma (MY AMERICAN NURSE and HURRICANE IN THE ROSE GARDEN) and Best Davis (FAR FROM HOME and LADIES IN THE CITY).

This is a movie that will keep you guessing to the very end.

“Memories of my Heart”, an Ini Edo production. Directed by Desmond Elliott and Produced by Emem Isong and Ini Edo.

Starring: Ramsey Nouah, Ini Edo, Monalisa Chinda, Uche Jombo, Nse Ikpe Etim, Ali Nuhu, Desmond Elliott and co.

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Ngo is also a two-time Golden Gloves Champion, and has been on the radar of movie directors for potential acting roles in Hollywood flicks.

For more on the Golden Icons Exclusive Interview with Ngo, CLICK HERE

VIDEO: NGO’s Interview on wpix.com below.

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Golden ICONS Exclusive Interview with Ngo

Golden ICONS: Thank you for giving Golden ICONS the opportunity to talk to you, as we recognize that you have a very busy schedule. Once again, thank you.

Ngo: You’re welcome. It’s truly my pleasure. Thank you for having me.

Golden ICONS: Congratulations on your accomplishments thus far, especially becoming a two-time Golden Gloves Champion in 2008 and 2009 in the Heavyweight Open Class category. What was the experience like while preparing for it, and after you won the first and second time?

Ngo: I will never forget the day that I started boxing.  It was always a dream of mine to play sports at a high level and compete with the best in the game.  It was perfect for me because I did not have to learn any teammates’ position.  It was just me and my will to succeed against that of my opponent.  I threw myself into it completely.  I breathed it, lived it and dreamt it.  It consumed my whole being.  The New York Golden Gloves Tournament is the oldest and largest amateur boxing tournament outside the Olympics in the world.  Winning was the only thing I thought about.  Losing was not an option.  When I won in 2008, it was more than I had ever imagined.  To win at the Madison Square Garden, in front of a sold out audience was amazing.  It was the happiest day of my life. The first was definitely a dream come true and the second championship was about making history…and I DID.  No one else has ever won back-to-back Golden Gloves championships at the age that I did it.

Golden ICONS: So after winning two back-to-back titles, what’s next for you as a boxer? Should we expect to see more from you in the boxing world or will you focus more on acting?

Ngo: The jury is still out on me fighting professionally. I need to have the right team of promoters, managers and publicists behind me for that to happen. Boxing is a brutal sport and I would like to make sure that my family will be taken care of, before I decide to throw my hat into the pro ranks. Right now, I’m mentoring and coaching a few up and coming boxers, helping them realize their dreams of becoming champions.  I’m currently producing a documentary about making it in America and succeeding as an athlete.

Golden ICONS: You had a recent role as an actor in a movie titled ’THE REBOUND‘ with Catherine Zeta-Jones. When will it be out in the theatres? And could you please give us a snippet of what the movie is about, and what your role was?

Ngo: “The Rebound” is a romantic comedy. I can’t tell too much about the film, but it’s me doing what I do best.  I play a boxer in the film. I want everyone to go out and check out the film when it comes out.  The release of the film has been pushed back a few times for different reasons.  The new release for the US is scheduled for spring 2010.

Golden ICONS: I know that you went through all the trials one can possibly expect anyone from grassroots to becoming a successful model. Every door you tried to penetrate through got closed based on several criticisms, as you have mentioned recently that people in influential positions kept saying: “you’re too big, too muscular, too tall, to grow my hair and all kinds of other insensitive comments which were meant to consciously or unconsciously break my spirit.” I definitely have to commend you for not giving up, and also would love to commend those beautiful ICONS that gave you a chance like “the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige and the Queen Bee, rapper Lil’ Kim for MAC Cosmetics”. What do you have to say about these beautiful ICONS, and what was the experience like while working with them?

Ngo: These women are definitely trailblazers and leaders in the music industry.  They are both great artists and I’m a big fan of their work.  I was able to go on the road with Mary J. Blige’s band.  We went to South Africa and several cities in the US.  In the time I spent with them, I learned how important a strong work ethic is.  Talent can only take you so far.  Hard work will make you a star.

Golden ICONS: It is also very impressive to know that you have featured as a model in a lot of reputable magazines such as: “Vogue, Fortune magazine, Men’s Health, Men’s Fitness, Vibe, The Source, ESPN magazine, and W, among many others”. What reasonable advice do you have for aspirant models? What would you say to other young individuals who would like to follow your footsteps as a model?

Ngo: My advice to aspiring models is to be dedicated, focused and hungry.  If you truly believe that modeling and/or acting is your destiny, then go after it with unyielding force and never take “NO” for answer.  Use the word “NO” as a motivator. Hard work is the key to success.  You have to take care of your body.  Your body is your tool.  You have to continue to work on perfecting your body.  It’s a never-ending job.

Golden ICONS: How do you balance your hectic work schedule with your personal life, and what do you do for leisure?

Ngo: My work is my life.  I’m pretty much a workaholic.  I love what I do, so every minute I put into it is for the love of the business.  Even though it can be challenging at times, I enjoy every minute of it.

Golden ICONS: As you have clearly mentioned in the past, becoming Golden Gloves Champion in boxing is just one of your dreams. What are some of your other aspirations?

Ngo: I want to write and produce films.  I would like to run one of the most powerful production companies in the world.  My biggest dream is to make films that portray Nigeria and Nigerians in a positive light.  In the near future, I would like to get married and have children.

Golden ICONS: Who would you say contributed the most to your success?

Ngo: I would say my grandfather.  I was named after him.  He was an artist and a free spirit.  I have always believed that he is watching and guiding me on my journey.  My father played a large role in my success.  He taught me the importance of hard work.  He drove 2 hours each way to-and-from work and would come home and do some more work.  He taught me that no one has time to listen to excuses.  There are two types of people in this world, he would say: people who succeed and people who make excuses and blame others for not succeeding.

Golden ICONS: Tell us more about your documentary that is in the works. Is it a project that you have been working on for a long time? Can you give us a teaser on some unknown interesting facts about your life we can expect to discover?

Ngo: The documentary is about my life.  It tells my story of growing up in Nigeria, coming to America and the story behind my life in boxing and in the entertainment business.  The documentary was the motivating force for me to fight in my second Golden Gloves tournament. I needed a reason to fight and the documentary was it.  I wanted to make history and tell a story about it.  I had to win because we all know that nobody wants to listen to the story of a loser.  So, I had no choice but to train hard in order to win.  You have to check it out.  There is so much that no one except members of my family know about me that I will share in the film. People think they know, but they don’t have a clue.

Golden ICONS: You mentioned earlier that your Dad attained his PhD graduate degree from Harvard University; that is very impressive to know. How is your family dealing with your fabulous career path as a Model, Boxer, and Entertainer?

Ngo: My brother, you know how Naija parents are.  They don’t care too much for the entertainment business. All they care about is that you can pay your bills, help them with their bills and give them grandchildren.  I’m working on the grandchildren part.

Golden ICONS: Lastly, are you a fan of Nollywood movies, and do you have plans to work on any Nigeria based production in the future?

Ngo: I am a big fan of Nigerian movies.  It has always been a dream of mine to come home and work with some of the great Nigerian filmmakers and actors.  I believe that the Nollywood film industry will explode soon and gross more money than other film industries in other countries.

To learn more about Ngo, visit http://getingo.com/

Interview by Bode Ojo for Golden ICONS Inc. Golden ICONS is a celebrity, lifestyle, inspirational and entertainment magazine tailored to embrace and highlight the outstanding deeds of ICONS and Citizens of Africa, America and Europe.

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NGO-MODEL,ACTOR,GOLDEN GLOVES CHAMPION IN A FOX NEWS SPECIAL

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Take a peek at NGO featured on the website of the Wall Street Jornal (WSJ) “behind-the-scenes look at athletes modeling spring suits“. Kate Auletta reports.

Click here: http://online.wsj.com/video/behind-the-scenes-with-model-athletes/F0AF12B9-7684-4068-B85B-FD56D4946ED3.html

She is currently working on the logistics for premiering one of her personal movie projects “Memories of my Heart”.  The movie featured Ini Edo, Desmond Elliot, Ramsey Noah,  Mona Lisa Chinda and a host of other Intelligent and Vibrant Actors. Preparations to premier this fantastic and mind-blowing movie in Lagos is on-going, and plans are also being made to premiere the movie in some few states within the United States as well.

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An Exclusive Interview with Ini Edo by Bode Ojo for Golden ICONS.

GOLDEN ICONS: When did you start acting and what were you doing prior to that?

Ini Edo: I started acting fully in 2003. Prior to that, I was in school.

GOLDEN ICONS: Out of all the Nollwood Actors, I presume you would have featured or co-starred in a movie with someone that you consider a great person to act with. Can you briefly describe who that person is ?..

Ini Edo: I would say Desmond Elliot, cos’ I think he’s a deep actor and he challenges me as a co artiste. There’s also some sort of compatibility and chemistry that makes it seem more natural. He’s a great actor and a good friend.

GOLDEN ICONS: How did you get into acting, and what was your first movie?

Ini Edo: I was invited by a course mate who was already a make-up artiste for an audition since our school was on strike at the time.

The very 1st movie I featured in was “Child of Destiny.

GOLDEN ICONS: Who inspires you, and what are your professional aspirations?

Ini Edo: Professionally, I derive inspirations from ladies like Halle Berry . Charlize Theron.
I aspire to become a world class Actress and a better one at that. I also desire to be able to leave a legacy for younger or aspiring actresses to follow when I eventually decide to retire

GOLDEN ICONS: What is Ini Edo currently up to?

Ini Edo: Right now, I am putting things in place in readiness for the premiere of my movie “Memories of my Heart” in lagos .  Thereafter, I will be premiering it around some states within the United States . In addition, I am also preparing for a commercial shoot by a company that just signed me on.

GOLDEN ICONS: Congratulations on your endorsement by Glo!, and how was the whole South Africa experience?

Ini Edo: Thanks Bode, the whole SA experience was a blast. It was very cold at the time we were there, but not withstanding, we had an excellent and memorable time. I mean, I had my best peeps around and we made the best out of the trip; infact, it was like a much needed vacation for us, and it was fun.

More Exclusives on Ini Edo coming  soon to you by Golden ICONS.

Interview by Bode Ojo for Golden ICONS Inc. Golden ICONS is a celebrity, lifestyle, inspirational and entertainment magazine tailored to embrace and highlight the outstanding deeds of ICONS and Citizens of Africa, America and Europe.

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INTERVIEW WITH JOSEPH ADEMOLA ADEYEMO

Golden ICONS: How would you describe yourself?

Ademola: I  am down to earth, humble, driven and confident. I am an independent thinker.

Golden ICONS: How did you get into acting? When did you start?

Ademola: I had an innate desire to entertain people at the age of four whilst attending a military-style boarding school in Nigeria. Due to reasons beyond my control, there was a disconnect between my natural passion for dramatic arts and my transitioning from London, my birthplace. However, I had an additional ability in creative illustration and dance.  Upon returning to London, my passion for visual arts continued, though I was temporarily sidetracked, I eventually reconnected.

It wasn’t until later that I came to terms with my passion to share my life experiences through storytelling, with hopes to inspire. I realized that my unconventional gift of conveying emotions, from the depths of my being, created an everlasting impression in the minds of the people I come across— who hopefully would become my fans.

Golden ICONS: Which recent works have you been the most proud of and why?

Ademola:

One of the projects that I was inspired and enlightened by was embodying the experiences of the great and legendary Toussaint L’Ouverture.  During the 18th century, Toussaint made tremendous accomplishments from living as a former slave, to achieving the unusual prestige as a highly decorated military general of the French army. He contributed to the abolishment of the slave trade, and made Haiti (Ayiti) the first Black Republic in the western hemisphere, which has been an undertold in history thus far.  I was personally drawn to the history of Haiti through my loving and informative wife Woodlene, who is Haitian American. We both constantly seek to promote positive representations of Haiti and other developing nations, to increase global awareness and bring the deserved pride to the African Diaspora and beyond. I am currently working on using these experiences I  have gained and transitioning  into more  diverse and mainstream roles  like Colonel Slade in Scent Of A Woman (Alfredo Pacino) and The Book Of Eli ( Denzel Washington)

Golden ICONS: Who do you admire as an Entertainer?

Ademola: Sidney Poitier—an icon that redefined history as an Academy Award-winning actor, setting an everlasting admirable standard for all thespians alike. I can relate to Mr. Poitier because of the parallels in our quests.

Oprah Winfrey – also an admirable figure coming from humble beginnings in the deep south of the United States, who underwent extreme personal adversity, yet constantly trailblazing: breaking barriers, becoming a remarkable success story, and revolutionizing the industry.

Golden ICONS: How has IBM and Target campaigns changed you?

Ademola: The IBM campaign that I was blessed to participate in, was uncommon in terms of what it depicted into the minds of hundreds of thousands of viewers globally.  It was not and advertisement campaign simply based on the sales or functionality of IBM products and services, but a campaign that presented solutions such as renewable energy and smart water to combat Earth’s prevalent challenges.

Also being familiar with the plight of being unable to access clean water, the “SMART WATER” campaign reinvigorated my awareness to becoming an advocate for improving the quality of life for people all over the world.

The 5% Target philanthropy campaign, “DO GOOD”, facilitated my humanitarian efforts to spotlight the notion of community service and development. I intend to continue these crusades as I gain more notoriety.

Golden ICONS: How can you personally relate to the video you are featured in, “Can’t Stop Me” by Jadakiss?

Ademola: Jadakiss’ single “Can’t Stop Me” is symbolic to my ascent in the entertainment industry.  Inevitably, some may attempt to politicize, mistakenly passing me over for talent already at the pinnacle of their successes. But the fact is, they all started from somewhere. I am on the rise, I AM NEXT and I will persist until I surpass my potential as an unorthodox, internationally acclaimed actor to heralding victories throughout the generations.

Golden ICONS: Where are you based? If you have to relocate, where would you relocate to?

Ademola: I am based between New York City and Hollywood, the epicenters for the promising actor. I have many interesting choices for relocation, but I am currently undecided. However, I can tell you that they will involve beaches and palm trees.

Golden ICONS: What do you do in your spare time?

Ademola: Regardless of time, I am in constant prayer meditating on my life’s aspirations. I perform calisthenics, draw and paint.  In my wife’s fifth-grade classroom, I read and mentor students and support the school community. In addition, I volunteer in forest restorations, refurbish wheelchairs for the disabled abroad and serve in soup kitchens that feed HIV survivors.

To learn more about Mr. Joseph Ademola Adeyemo, visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/Joseph-Ademola-Adeyemo/117835638273515?v=info

Interview by Bode Ojo for Golden ICONS Inc. Golden ICONS is a celebrity, lifestyle, inspirational and entertainment magazine tailored to embrace and highlight the outstanding deeds of ICONS and Citizens of Africa, America and Europe.