Organisers of the Bowler Hats Bash (BHB) have announced Nollywood actor, Segun Arinze, as host of this year’s edition scheduled for October 1 at the Coliseum Events Centre in Ikeja, Lagos.
The evening of comedy, music, dance and more, will be graced by leading entertainers, celebrities and upwardly mobile revellers with taste for premium events.
According to a statement by the Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of Daylight.ng, Azuh Amatus, who is also the founder and initiator of Bowler Hats Bash, the choice of Segun Arinze, as host for the second edition of the annual event, was unanimous and highly commendable.
“We are very happy and proud to announce legendary actor, multiple award winning thespian and Nollywood super star, Mr. Segun Arinze as the host of this year’s Bowler Hats Bash,” Amatus began.
“His accepting to anchor BHB 2016 is a big honour and we are indeed, very grateful.
“He is a multi-talented thespian and a very versatile entertainer whose unequalled and deep entertainment talent cuts across acting, singing, voice over, compere, TV host and more.
“Mr. Arinze is bringing his over three decades’ wealth of experience as a thorough-bred entertainment guru to the premium event as its host and anchor.
“We cannot wait to have him direct proceedings on October 1.”
Arinze, in a brief chat, equally thanked the organizers for picking him as host for BHB 2016.
His words: “Bowler Hats Bash is a lovely concept. Kudos to the organizers for bringing to reality this unique style of unwinding on October 1, which we all know is Nigeria’s Independence Day.
“I look forward to relaxing with family and friends with good comedy, lovely music, pulsating dance steps and more. I was at the maiden edition as a special guest and wholeheartedly enjoyed myself. I look forward to doing so again on October 1.”
In a related development, top fashion house, CK Couture will be clothing Arinze as host of BHB.
According to boss of the famous fashion outfit, Mr. Charles Anyabuike, they will be providing the actor with an Afro-Centric wardrobe that will stand him out at the memorable and fun-filled night.
Comedians expected to entertain include Okey Bakassi, Elenu, Dauda, Elder O. Mr. Patrick, Makati, Ajebo, Danni B, Moran Cee, Omini and Kesh Ofuobi.
Reggae legend, Orits Williki, will be performing live as the special guest artiste alongside JKL4Real, from Ghana and South African-based Kalifonia.
