Frank Edoho
Frank Edoho | |
|---|---|
| Born | Frank Edoho 8 July 1972 Kano State, Nigeria |
| Alma mater | University of Calabar |
| Occupation(s) | TV Show host, filmmaker |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Spouse(s) | Katherine Obiang (separated), Sandra Onyenaucheya |
| Children | 5 |
Frank Edoho (born 8 July 1972) is a Nigerian TV host, filmmaker, and photographer.[1] He is best known as the host of the popular Nigerian TV show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.[2]
Education and career
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Edoho studied animal science at University of Calabar.[3] While in school, he was a rap artiste with the stage name Mc Frank.[3][4] After graduation, he started his broadcasting career as a presenter at the Cross River State Broadcasting Corporation and also anchored a breakfast television show for the Nigerian Television Authority, Channel 9, Calabar.[5] Edoho moved to Metro FM 97.6 in 1999 where he anchored radio shows for the radio station. He was however brought into limelight by the popular show, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. Aside from being a TV host, he is also a voice over artist, photographer, producer and a filmmaker. After he rejected a new deal to continue as host of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,[6] he was unveiled alongside Emmanuel Essien, popularly known as Mannie, as the host of an international TV show, The Price Is Right.[7] Edoho is respected for his eloquent voice and has performed a number of voice overs for radio ads and radio jingles for Vogue Fruit Juice, First City Monument Bank, Unilever Nigeria Plc, International Bank Plc and Elizade Toyota.[8][9]
Who Wants To Be A Millionaire
[edit]Edoho hosted the popular TV game show for 13 years[10] from 2004 to 2017 but resigned on 2 September 2017.[11] He announced his departure via his official Twitter page after failing to agree on terms with Ultima Studios. Edoho denied being "dropped" by the organizers of the show, maintaining that he "declined the offer" that was given to him.[12] In February 2022, he made a return to the show.[13][14]
Personal life
[edit]Edoho was married to Katherine Obiang, with whom he had three children, before they separated in 2011.[15] He later married his second wife, Sandra Onyenuchenuya, and on 2 April 2014, they welcomed their first child together (Edoho's fourth).[16][17] Their second child was born two years later in the United States.[18]
Award and recognition
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- Youth Ambassador Award by Fly Networks
- Best TV presenter of the year 2006 by City People Magazine Award
- Male TV presenter of the year 2008 by Nigeria Kids Choice Award
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Frank Edoho Biography: Things You Should Know About The Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Host – Nigerian Infopedia". Nigerian Infopedia. 28 August 2017. Archived from the original on 18 June 2020. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
- ^ "Biography of Frank Edoho". NELOC News. Retrieved 16 November 2022.
- ^ a b "A DAY WITH FRANK EDOHO: Recollections of his Rugged Road to Fame & Fortune". Woculus. 8 May 2013. Archived from the original on 25 June 2021. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
- ^ Rapheal (5 May 2022). "The Sun awards: Frank Edoho is host, Teni to thrill audience". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 16 November 2022.
- ^ "A DAY WITH FRANK EDOHO: Recollections of his Rugged Road to Fame & Fortune". Woculus. 8 May 2013. Archived from the original on 25 June 2021. Retrieved 25 July 2020.
- ^ "Frank Edoho Confirms Exit From 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire'". Channels Television. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
- ^ "Frank Edoho moves to The Price Is Right". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
- ^ "10 Things You Didn't Know About Franck Edoho". Youth Village Nigeria. 7 April 2016. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
- ^ Augoye, Jayne (21 February 2022). "Frank Edoho returns as 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire' anchor". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 16 November 2022.
- ^ "Frank Edoho Talks About His Favourite Contestant on WWTBAM Show". EveryEvery. 2 May 2020. Retrieved 25 July 2020.
- ^ Augoye, Jayne (1 September 2017). "'Who wants to be a Millionaire' returns, Frank Edoho dropped as host | Premium Times Nigeria". Retrieved 25 July 2020.
- ^ "After 13 years, Frank Edoho 'walks away' from Who Wants To Be A Millionaire". TheCable Lifestyle. 2 September 2017. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
- ^ "FRANK EDOHO MAKES COMEBACK IN WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE". Guardian. Retrieved 17 February 2022.
- ^ "'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Returns' With Frank Edoho As Host". Channels Television. Retrieved 17 February 2022.
- ^ "Industry reels in shock as Frank Edoho, wife separate". Vanguard News. 23 July 2011. Retrieved 25 July 2020.
- ^ "Frank Edoho officially weds second wife -". The Eagle Online. 6 December 2014. Retrieved 25 July 2020.
- ^ "Frank Edoho & New Wife Welcome Their First Child Together". LATEST NIGERIAN NEWS BREAKING HEADLINES NEWSPAPERS. 13 April 2014. Retrieved 25 July 2020.
- ^ "Frank Edoho Welcomes Second Baby from Wife Sandra". Nigerian Voice. Retrieved 25 July 2020.