Pauline Katethya

Nigerians came out in huge numbers to celebrate and commend media personality <a data-link-role-code="none" href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/amina-abdi-becomes-the-first-east-african-to-host-africa-magic-viewers-choice-awards/bhexx5g">Amina Abdi Rabar</a> for hosting exceptionally well at the 7th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCAs), that went down on 14th March at Eko Hotel in Lagos Nigeria.

Amina was the co-host at the event , the main host being Nigerian radio personality IK Osakioduwa.

Fans commended the two for doing a great work, having a good chemistry and for making the event lively. They complimented Ms Amina's dressing, beauty, intellectual prowess, confidence, great sense of humor and for spelling names correctly.

She did extra ordinary well – Nigerians applaud Amina Abdi after hosting the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCAs)

They disclosed that they were satisfied with the good job she and IK Osakioduwa did.

The elated beauty took to Instagram to express her gratitude for the opportunity she was given to host the show and thanked Nigerians for their kindness and hospitality.

<a data-link-role-code="none" href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/sarah-hassan-pascal-tokodi-nyce-wanjeri-amina-abdi-among-winners-at-the-2019-kalasha/84jycce">The Capital FM presenter</a> revealed that Nigeria will always be special to her and praised them for their trilling energy, promising to go back soon.

‘Nigeria will always have a special place in my heart. I’m grateful beyond measure for the opportunity to host this prestigious award ceremony and more so I’m thankful for your hospitality and kindness. Nigerians are honestly dope AF! Lagos as a city was a whole freaking vibe...the energy was just 🔥 I did not want to come back so soon 😫😫 Can’t wait to go back&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamcardib/">@iamcardib</a>&nbsp;wasn’t lying, they are honestly wonderful people. Thank you ❤️❤️” read Amina's post.

Our very own <a data-link-role-code="none" href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/pascal-tokodi-wins-best-supporting-actor-at-africa-magic-viewers-choice-awards/sk5sh4x">Pascal Tokodi </a>won the best supporting actor for his role in the movie Disconnect at the awards. Kenyan Movie <a data-link-role-code="none" href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/kenyan-movie-plan-b-wins-best-east-african-movie-award-at-amvcas/nkq6vrz">Plan B</a>, a romantic comedy film that was released in February 2019 also won the Best East African movie Award.

Here are some of the comments;

@Ebuka The female host is the best I have seen so far. cudus to both of them.

@emybryan Amina Abdi Rabar crushed it and Ik Osakioduwa an accomplice.

@iamkehindeaina&nbsp;And she pronounced all the names correctly! That was surprisingly

@ubongabasijones Simplicity is class! I sincerely had multiple happy moments each time the camera lens had its focus on you; from your dress sense to speech mannerism &amp; intellectual prowess. You must certainly had been created on a sunday after God had finished resting!!

@Amuda_Kb Amina is a force to reckon with.

Amina Abdi to host Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCAs)

@fredigbokz She did extraordinarily well. She's amazing

@iam_ucheee Yeah they did. IK, we already is so good and he showed it yet again. Amina on the other hand, was exceptional. Wowwwww......She is so damn good man.

@chikodyry It's more or less tradition for IK, And Amina is so confident.

@rapheehah They both did a great job. Synergy was on check from the beginning to the end Clapping hands sign

@janey_nengi IK will always be a legend. But the lady was super super awesome and excellent. She had my attention the entire time.

@dongaffy They both killed the show, excellence...

Iamkehindeaina And she pronounced all the names correctly! That was surprisingly

Congratulations Amina!

Capital FM presenter <a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/sarah-hassan-pascal-tokodi-nyce-wanjeri-amina-abdi-among-winners-at-the-2019-kalasha/84jycce">Amina Abdi Rabar </a>will be the first East African to co-host the 7th edition of Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCAs) that is set to go down on 14th March at Eko Hotel in Lagos Nigeria.

Nigerian radio personality IK Osakioduwa will be the main host of the event.

AMVCAs are Africa’s most prestigious celebration of film and TV talent behind and in front of the cameras. It also represents the significant investment made by MultiChoice as a commitment to the development of skills and talent on the continent.

<a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/amina-abdi-rabar-and-fareed-khimani-host-1st-radio-marathon-in-africa-to-last-for-28/1r5xyrx">Ms Amina</a> took to Instagram to express her excitement saying that she was humbled to be chosen as the co -host. She thanked DSTV and Maisha Magic East for the support and encouraged people to pursue their dreams.

“It was all a dream...” The first time hosted by an EAST AFRICAN!!! Humbled beyond words. Thank you so much to the entire&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dstv_kenya/">@dstv_kenya</a>&nbsp;fam for being so instrumental to my career from the jump. Thank you Tim, Jakki, Maggy, and every one from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/maishamagiceast/">@maishamagiceast</a>&nbsp;for the constant love &amp; support manze. From Eastleigh 3 rd street to one of the biggest stages on the continent. Let no one tell you anything is impossible.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/humbled/">#Humbled</a>” Read Amina’s post.

Director of Africa Channels Wangi Mba- Uzoukwu, revealed that they had chosen Amina for her bubbly and cheerful personality and hoped that together with Osakioduwa they would make the show lively and unforgettable.

“We are excited to present Amina Abdi Rabar as the new female co-host of the 7th edition of the AMVCAs. She is vivacious, full of wit, and had a very cheerful personality. We look forward to her and IK bringing some magic on stage as we gather to celebrate the best in film and Television”said Wangi Mba- Uzoukwu, Director, Africa Channels.

A few weeks ago, celebrated actor and Musician<a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/pascal-tokodi-nominated-for-africa-magic-viewers-choice-awards-is-the-only-east/0gvygmy"> Pascal Tokodi</a> was nominated s the best supporting actor in Movie /Tv Series for his role in the movie Disconnect.

Other actors in the same category include; Ramsey Noah (Living in bondage), Richard Mofe Damoijo (Rmd) (Seven), Nkem Owoh (God calling) and Remilekun ‘Reminisce’ ‘Safaru (King of Boys).

Dennis Milimo

Seasoned Radio and TV personalities <a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/joey-muthengi-to-replace-cess-mutungi-on-capital-fms-the-jam-months-after-getting/sm88jq0" link="null" rel="noopener noreferrer">Amina Abdi Rabar and Fareed Khimani</a> are out to set a new record in the Kenyan broadcasting scene, by hosting the longest Talk-show in Africa.

On Wednesday, the two who host Capital in the Morning, kicked off a challenge that will see them host a talk-show for 28 hours straight.

The 28 hour mark will be halfway to beating the world record which stands at 60 hours.

Amina who is undoubtedly one of the most celebrated media personalities out of East Africa has expressed her desire to break the World record in the next Marathon to be held in a few weeks.

Amina Abdi Rabar and Fareed Khimani hosts 1st Radio Marathon in Africa

The challenge officially kicked off on the 30th of October 6am and is expected to run till 31st of October 2019.

The duo have urged the public to come out to support them as they embark of this feat which has never been tried in Africa.

According to a statement from the Capital Management, former and current Capital presenters will act as pace setters during the 28 hours radio marathon.

“We have a lineup of former and current Capital presenters coming as “pace setters” throughout the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/28hourmarathon?src=hashtag_click" link="null" rel="noopener noreferrer">#28hourmarathon</a>. On the 12th October in Austria, Vienna, Eliud Kipchoge set out to make it known that No Human Is Limited and became the first human to run a full 42km marathon in under 2hrs. To celebrate the record breaking hero and to honour him, Capital FM's morning show hosts Amina and Fareed will break the Kenyan record for the longest running hosted radio show,” read tweets from Capital.

In June, Legendary presenter Fareed Khimani made a grand comeback to Capital FM after leaving Nation FM.

Fareed was brought in after the exit of Maqbul Mohammed who had worked at the station for 12 years.

Setting a new record in the radio industry

Amina Abdi Rabar and Fareed Khimani host 1st Radio Marathon in Africa

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