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Ann Obaseki Uwah does not chase the spotlight. She helps others shine bright in the entertainment <\/a>world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For her, doing is better than knowing. \u201cKnowledge on ice is less than ignorance on fire,\u201d she says with a smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She believes every talent is like a small seed. Water it, grow it, and watch the magic happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s how she raised stars like Basketmouth, Bovi, and Ini Donna Okojie. They all got her special touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ann Obaseki\u2019s Road to Success<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ann was not born famous. She built her way to the top with work, sweat, and big dreams<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She grew up in Lagos with her parents, Grace and Jackson, who were loving. Her roots are proudly from Edo State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ann schooled at Sunnyfields Primary and Anglican Girls\u2019 Grammar. Later, she studied Combined Arts at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She started small, managing comedians, actors, and musicians. She also formed Nigeria\u2019s first urban choir. Talk about bold!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creating a Home for Fresh Talents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

But Ann wanted more. So in 2018, she launched TalentVille Africa, a safe place where raw talents could grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her goal? Simple. Help new creators break into the big scene. She also produced Visa on Arrival<\/em> in 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This comedy TV show made many Nigerians laugh and showed off new, funny faces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ann Obaseki\u2019s Big Moves at Lounge FM<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In 2023, Ann became Lounge FM\u2019s general manager. She didn\u2019t waste time; big changes came fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She spread Lounge FM into new states. Even when the radio world got tough, she stayed sharp and steady.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her shows grabbed award nods at the Africa Magic Viewers\u2019 Choice Awards and The Humour Awards. She even got praise at the Nigerian Women Achievers Awards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Her Story is a Big Deal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ann shows that winning isn\u2019t just about fame. Some people win by making others great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her big dreams, bold moves, and fresh ideas keep shaping Nigeria\u2019s entertainment world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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