It was a night of exhilarating fun and non-stop
excitement as MTV Base
celebrated fourteen years of showcasing African music to the world. The
Mainland Block Party takeover was not only compeered by MTV Base VJ, Nenny B,
alongside actor, Bolly Lomo but also featured performances from A-list
musicians such as Zlatan, Chinko Ekun, Skiibii and Ycee.
With over
1500 party goers in attendance, the MTV Base partnered event featured
everything from dance competitions to a relaxing poolside for guests to unwind
at. When asked about why it is important to create such a complete experience
for MTV Base fans, Solafunmi Oyeneye, Senior Channel Manager of MTV Base, said:
“At MTV Base, we like
to go big or go home. We knew that including our faithful audience in this
year’s anniversary celebration was something we had to do, so it was imperative
to ensure that they came to a party that would give them the complete MTV Base
experience that they have come to know and love.”
Fans of the
channel were not the only ones present at the celebration party. A number of
A-list celebrities such as Falz, Niniola, Zlatan, Skiibii, Ycee, DJ Spinall, DJ
Neptune, Reekado Banks, Dada Boy Ehiz, Sammy Walsh, Folu Storms, Bizzle
Osikoya, Tosin Ajibade (Olorisupergal), Sensei Uche, Kemi Smallz, Mr. Real,
CDQ, Jaywon, Iyanya, Okiki DFT, Blaqbonez, Oluwakaponeski, Lyta, Somto Cody
Akanegbu, SamPhrank (Mayorkun’s manager), Shakar El, Awazi as well as Osagie
John-Osarenz also made appearances at the party. It was truly a memorable
moment for many of the attendees as they got to interact with their favourite
A-list celebrities. Speaking on the exciting jubilatory night, MTV Base VJ,
Dada Boy Ehiz had this to say:
“MTV Base has helped a
number of careers in this industry move to the next level, including mine, so
it is great to see all these musicians, managers and talent come out to
celebrate the platform that showcased and continues to showcase African
excellence to the world.”
Missed the
event? Fret not! Highlights from the action packed night will air on MTV
Base Channel 322 (DSTV) and Channel 72 (GOTV).
View pictures from the
anniversary below...
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