RIB Exclusive: Two Hours With Mc AB... Why I'm Crushing On Toolz

RHODWELL IKEKWAME met with MC AB during the weekend at his residence. In this two hours long and interactive interview the entertainer talks about his background, career, fame, love life and many more.

 Can we get to know you?:

  My name is Abraham Ibiang, born to Mr and Mrs Bassey Ibiang, the 5th child out of 7, From Idomi community in Yakurr LGA, Cross River State. Born & bred in Festac Town, Lagos. Sociologist BSW (Unical 2007/2008) and Mass communication BSC (RSUST - in session).

Mc AB

 How long have you been in the entertainment industry?

 Roughly 5 years, professionally about 2 years and a quarter.

 How did you find your way into it?

 Fell In love with Music, Magazines and TV entertainment as a teen. Tried out the 1st magazine business (Latest Magazine), couldn't pull that through due to lack of funds to printing the dummy copies. Later got a presenting job with Sambass Films in Port Harcourt, practiced the biz with the company and started my own projects/companies a year later (Street Skillz Nigeria 2010), (Red-carpet Experts Services, 2010) and (084 Entertainment Limited in 2011)

 Between MC & TV presenting what brought you fame?

 I think the TV presenting, it brought a lot of attention from all age brackets, I was on TV talking to millions viewers for 30minutes every 'Monday to Friday' on Silverbird TV, Port Harcourt for 2years. Thanks to God Almighty and all the crew members that I've ever worked with. People added "MC" to the AB. It was formally just AB, that's why my twitter/Instagram acct is @iamstillab.

 In the city of Port Harcourt there is arguably no weekend that we don't hear your name been mention for one event or the other. How did you manage to build the network that is working for you now?

  I think I carry a great personality, when people meet me or engage in a conversation with me, most times I hear them say that am really different from when they expected or perceived (a proud or a snub) I just smile each time I hear that, some even go as far as tweeting or updating about how I kept them in awe over my humble personality. I don't have any competition, I've always humbled myself to learning and being inspired. My Mum will always tell me that "No knowledge is lost" and I always remember that phrase. And finally it's just GOD's Grace and Favor not by my effort.        

 Ice Prince and Mc AB

How do you manage stardom?

 I don't see myself as a Star. Am like every other gifted, ambitious young entrepreneur out there. The dream is bigger than the "stardom"

All entertainers are relocating to Lagos because it's the Headquarter of entertainment in Africa. Are you relocating soon?

 I have no plans of relocating, instead am working on an office branch in Lagos. Business can be transacted from any part of the world.

Ciara and Mc AB

Akon and Mc AB

 You own 084Tv?

 Yes i own it.

Can you tell us what it's all about? tell us about how the idea came in, the vision and mission of 084Tv.

 084Tv is just a branch of 084 Entertainment Limited; which is professionally an Events Management and Entertainment Television Company. The sprung out from my passion for entertainment. 084Tv is already a household name and we are just getting started. Just watch!

084Tv use to be on air almost every day, what went wrong?

 084TV has entertained millions of viewers on STV PH and on Great Times on Metro Digital Cable for about 2years, with pet projects like the annual 084TV VJ Search and PICK A TRACK Contest we currently want to build our online visibility and later hit the National Screens and other Entertainment Cable Channels.

Where do you see 084Tv in the next five years?

Where God wants it to be.

 Personally will you call yourself a success in the entertainment industry?

 I'm still putting work to that. Success is like a journey, and I am on the road already.

 Can you tell us about some of the events you have Mc'd?

 Wow! I can't even remember half of them, but I could help you with a couple.

 1. Climax Nite, the biggest PH club gig, (since inception) I've been the Host

 2. Hennessy Artistry with Dbanj and co

 3. Co-host Mr Macho Nigeria

 4. Mr Tourism Nigeria 2013

 5. Opening of Aztech Arcum, PH

 6. A couple of them Industry Nite events
7. Miss Esan Beauty Pageant

 These are the few that I can remember for now.

Shaggy and Mc AB

Who are the celebrities you have work closely with?

 I have practically worked, interviewed and received endorsements from eventually all Top Nigerian musicians and comedians from Tuface, Dbanj, Ice prince, Iyanya, Naeto C, Rayce, Duncan Mighty, Waje, Llynx, Wizkid, Davido, Frank Edwards even A-list comedians Ali Baba GCFR, Basketmouth, Igosave, Gordons, Klint d'Drunk, Dan D'Humorous etc... Not forgetting the international artiste that I've interviewed; Shaggy, Akon, Cleo Patra, Ciara to mention but a few.

 Which ones do you have interest in working with in the future?

 I look forward to working with the biggest names/brands making big bucks in the world of entertainment.m not particular about any individual.

 Who is the lucky lady in your life?

 Haha, I choose to ignore this question guys.

 Can you tell us that one celebrity woman you are crushing on?

Uhmmm, i'll simply go for my friend Toolz (OAP). Shoddy Frosh!

Mc AB and Toolz

 What's the most expensive item in your possession?

  I think that will be my current apartment. Worth way more than my car. Lol!

 What church do you worship?

 The Rest Place Church CGMi. PH

 Who is your pastor?  
 Rev Tari Hudson Ekiyor. A friend, teacher and a mentor.




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