Dele Abiola, Author at Nigerian Entertainment Today

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Nigeria Shines at the Emmys as Ayo Edebiri, Joy Sunday Score 2026 Nominations

Nigerian representation at the Emmys just got another glow-up. Ayo Edebiri and Joy Sunday, both actresses of Nigerian descent, have landed nominations at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards — putting…

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Nollywood

Iwe Ala: Ojude Oba-inspired film begins nationwide cinema run after star-studded premiere

New Nollywood film Iwe Ala (The Book of Dreams) has begun its nationwide cinema run, following a premiere that brought together filmmakers, traditional rulers, industry stakeholders, and cultural enthusiasts around…

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News

Balloranking extends Dapper Music deal

Dapper Music & Entertainment has announced that Nigerian artist Balloranking has officially re-signed with the company, renewing a partnership that has developed steadily over the last four years and reaffirming both parties’ commitment…

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News

“Rest in Peace, Ikuku” — Nollywood Stars break down over Alexx Ekubo’s death

The Nigerian entertainment industry has been in mourning since news broke of the death of actor Alexx Ekubo on Tuesday. Colleagues and fans have flooded social media platforms like Instagram…

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Nollywood

‘If the world understood our budgets, they’d salute us a million times over’ — Joke Silva on the state of Nollywood

Veteran actress Joke Silva, Head Judge for the 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), says the quality of entries reviewed this year left her both proud and heartbroken: proud…

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News

The Macallan unveils Adekunle Gold as Brand Ambassador in Nigeria

The Macallan, a world-renowned single malt Scotch whisky, has officially unveiled Adekunle Gold as its Brand Ambassador in Nigeria, marking the start of a partnership built on shared values of…

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News

From Adekunle Gold in Lagos to Praiz in Port Harcourt: How The Macallan scored a hat trick across Nigeria

There is a particular kind of brand confidence that does not need to announce itself loudly. It simply shows up, consistently, in the right rooms, with the right people and…

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Feature

End of an Era: Nigerians React to Showmax’s Shutdown

About eleven years after it launched as Africa’s bold answer to international streaming platforms, Showmax officially switched off on April 30, 2026. For Nigerian subscribers who spoke to Nigerian Entertainment…

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Rave. Pitch. Repeat. The Gathering on 100 Is Rewriting Lagos Nightlife

The National Stadium, Surulere, has transformed into a sprawling epicentre of neon lights and high-decibel sound as ‘The Gathering on 100’ hits its peak, drawing thousands of youths to its…

Nigeria's Bovi and South Africa's Nomzamo Mbatha to host AMVCA 12

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Nigeria’s Bovi and South Africa’s Nomzamo Mbatha to host AMVCA 12

Nigeria’s premier stand-up comedian and actor, Bovi Ugboma, and South African award-winning actress and humanitarian, Nomzamo Mbatha, have been officially unveiled as co-hosts of the 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice…

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Nigeria Shines at the Emmys as Ayo Edebiri, Joy Sunday Score 2026 Nominations

Iwe Ala: Ojude Oba-inspired film begins nationwide cinema run after star-studded premiere

Balloranking extends Dapper Music deal

“Rest in Peace, Ikuku” — Nollywood Stars break down over Alexx Ekubo’s death

‘If the world understood our budgets, they’d salute us a million times over’ — Joke Silva on the state of Nollywood

The Macallan unveils Adekunle Gold as Brand Ambassador in Nigeria

From Adekunle Gold in Lagos to Praiz in Port Harcourt: How The Macallan scored a hat trick across Nigeria

End of an Era: Nigerians React to Showmax’s Shutdown

Rave. Pitch. Repeat. The Gathering on 100 Is Rewriting Lagos Nightlife

Nigeria’s Bovi and South Africa’s Nomzamo Mbatha to host AMVCA 12

Olamide Shows Why Baddo Na Baba on ‘Burukutu’

Burna Boy Lights Up NFL Halftime Show, Proving Why He Is the African Giant

Before You Release Your Next Song, Answer These Six Questions

Fireboy’s ZUKO! Proves He Still Has Fire in His Belly

From Catharsis to 9: FOLA Builds on His Success with a Beautiful Sophomore Album

Court Dismisses Emeka Ike’s N10bn Privacy Suit Against Wike’s Aide, INEC

Nollywood Mourns as Veteran Actor Francis Duru Dies at 57

London Mayor, Sadiq Khan Opens Mo Abudu’s EbonyLife Place in London, Hails Hub as Home for African Creativity

Better Half, The Ten, other indigenous titles headline Africa Magic’s October Content Slate

Nollywood Movies That Have Made Nigeria’s Oscars Submission List

Eric Bauza, Voice of Iconic Looney Tunes Characters Dies at 46

Harvey Weinstein Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for 2006 Sexual Assault

Matthew Rhys Makes Emmy History with Two Lead Acting Wins as ‘Widow’s Bay’ Claims 14 Awards

British Actor Noel Clarke Charged with Multiple Sexual Offences

“Snoop Dogg” Biopic Casts D’Angelo & Angie Stone’s Son SwayvoTwain as The Notorious B.I.G.

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