April 14
Nigeria: Nigerian Films, Documentaries to Be Screened At New York African Film Festival
African Film Festival (AFF) will celebrate the 31st edition of the New York African Film Festival in grand style, with an array of Nigerian films and documentaries, among other… Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Eno Orders Body of Nollywood Actress to Be Exhumed for Proper Burial
Akwa Ibom State governor, Umo Eno, has commiserated with the family of Akwa Ibom-born Nollywood Actress, Ms Edith Frederick, who died in a boat mishap a few days ago, on River… Read more »
April 08
Nigeria: Court Fines Actress Halima Abubakar N10m for Defaming Apostle Suleman
The Federal High Court in Abuja has slammed a fine of N10 million on actress Halima Abubakar for defaming the General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministry Worldwide, Apostle Johnson… Read more »
April 09
Nigeria: Veteran Kannywood Actress Saratu Daso Is Dead
A veteran Kannywood actress Saratu Gidado, popularly known as Daso, has passed away. Read more »
March 07
Nigeria: Comedian Destalker Opens Up On Depression, Suicide Attempts
Nigerian comedian, Oghenekowhoyan Onaibe Desmond, popularly known as DesTalker, has shared his deeply personal journey battling depression and grappling with suicidal thoughts. Read more »
March 03
Nigeria: Minister Mourns Mr Ibu, Says Death One Too Many
The Minister of Arts, Culture and Creative, Hannatu Musa Musawa has described the passage, on Saturday, of Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, as one death too… Read more »
February 20
Nigeria: Filmmakers Ask Youths to Embrace Opportunities in Nollywood
Nigeria filmmakers have advised teeming unemployed youths to embrace opportunities abound in the Nigerian film industry to become self-employed. Read more »
February 15
Nigeria: 2 Books On Tinubu for Public Presentation March 29
Two new books written on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be unveiled on March 29, 2024, coinciding with the Nigerian leader's birthday anniversary. Read more »
February 05
Nigeria: Burna Boy Makes History With Dazzling Grammy Performance
Burna Boy performed at the Grammy Awards for the first time, with his representatives noting he is the first Afro-fusion artiste to do so in a press release distributed prior to… Read more »
February 02
Nigeria: Decade of Excellence - Iniffaa to Honour Musawa, Uzoka-Anite, Film Industry Players
Inside Nollywood International Film Festival & Awards (INIFFAA) 2024 is gearing up to honour prominent figures, including the Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative… Read more »
January 28
Nigeria: Beauty Queen Wanted in Nigeria Over Alleged Drug Trafficking
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared an ex-beauty queen, Ms. Aderinoye Queen Christmas, also known as Ms. Queen Oluwadamilola Aderinoye, wanted after she… Read more »
January 26
Nigeria: Asake, Burna Boy, Rema Bag Nominations for 2024 Brit Awards
Nigerian singers Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema have been nominated for the 2024 Brit Awards. Read more »
January 23
Nigeria: Yul Edochie Quits Nollywood, Announces New Calling As Preacher
Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has announced that he has answered the call of God by becoming a full-time preacher. Read more »
January 07
Nigeria: Davido, Tiwa Savage Unfollow Each Other On Instagram
Nigerian music stars Davido Adeleke, popularly known as Davido and Tiwa Savage, have unfolllowed each other on Instagram,sparking a flurry of gossip about the reasons behind this… Read more »
Nigeria: BBC Documentary Reveals Alleged Atrocities, Cover-Ups By Late TB Joshua, SCOAN
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is poised to release a three-part investigative documentary outlining the alleged atrocities and sexual crimes committed by the late… Read more »
January 04
Nigeria: How Nollywood Practitioners, Others Have Made Impact On Nigeria's Economy
The entertainment industry in the last decade has grown in leaps and bounds and has accounted for more than 2% to the country's GDP. According to a research firm,… Read more »
December 20, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerian TikToker Reveals Struggle With Scleroderma Disease
Popular TikToker, Violet Emor Nicholas has opened up about her battle with Scleroderma. Read more »
December 17, 2023
Africa: Sports Minister Receives Africa Sustainability Man of the Year 2023 Award
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has been honored with the distinguished Africa Sustainability Man of the Year 2023 Award. Read more »
December 13, 2023
Nigeria: Nollywood Star Iyabo Ojo Settles Tax Dispute With Lagos Govt
Renowned Nollywood actress and reality TV star, Iyabo Ojo, recently took to her Instagram to express her gratitude towards individuals and organizations instrumental in resolving… Read more »
November 22, 2023
Nigeria: Atlanta Mayor Declares November 18 'Davido Day'
The Mayor of Atlanta in the United States, Andre Dickens, has recognised the contribution of Nigerian-American singer, David Adeleke, a.k.a Davido, to entertainment in the city of… Read more »
November 20, 2023
Nigeria: Burna Boy, Rema Win Inaugural Afrobeats Awards
The duo of Burna Boy and Rema have won the inaugural Afrobeat categories at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards held on Sunday, November 19, 2023. Read more »
November 19, 2023
Nigeria: Be Careful Who You Fall in Love With - DJ Cuppy Warns Singles
Nigerian disc jockey, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has advised single youths to be careful who they fall in love with to avoid losing their peace of mind. Read more »
November 16, 2023
Nigeria: First 'Miss Nigeria' Celebrates 93rd Birthday Anniversary
The winner of the first-ever 'Miss Nigeria' beauty pageant held in 1957, Grace Oyelude, has been celebrated on her 93rd birthday anniversary. Read more »
November 12, 2023
Nigeria: Presidency Congratulates Burna Boy, Davido, Others for Grammy Nominations
The Presidency has congratulated Nigerian singers Davido, Burna Boy, Asake, Olamide, and Ayra Starr for their Grammy nominations. Read more »
November 08, 2023
Nigeria: My Life Is Under Threat, Mohbad's Wife Tells Coroner
Cynthia Omowumi Aloba, wife of late Afrobeat singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, on Tuesday, told the Lagos Coroner, Magistrate Adedayo Shotobi, investigating the… Read more »