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“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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‘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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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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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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“It democratised access to Premier League and gave us Orignal content:” 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…

Inside the movement that could change everything for young Nigerians

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Inside the movement that could change everything for young Nigerians

There’s something electric happening on Nigerian social media right now. Interestingly, it’s not another trend or a movie or a concert! It appears to be a youth movement – loud,…

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FULL LIST: Sade Adu earns 2nd Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination amidst diverse 2026 nominee class

Helen Folasade Adu, the iconic Nigerian-born British singer known globally as Sade Adu, has once again been nominated for induction into the prestigious Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This…

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Simi, Adekunle Gold face social media backlash as controversial old tweets resurface

Popular Nigerian music couple Simi and Adekunle Gold are currently at the centre of a social media storm as several of their old, controversial tweets have resurfaced online, sparking widespread…

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“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

“It democratised access to Premier League and gave us Orignal content:” 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

Inside the movement that could change everything for young Nigerians

FULL LIST: Sade Adu earns 2nd Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination amidst diverse 2026 nominee class

Simi, Adekunle Gold face social media backlash as controversial old tweets resurface

Asake’s M$NEY: An album on wealth, faith, maturity, and evolution

Kodak Black arrested in Florida over drug trafficking charge

Chris Brown unveils 27-Track “Brown” album featuring Vybz Kartel, Sexyy Red, Leon Thomas & more

18 Nigerian music talents win $2m Berklee scholarships through Tiwa Savage Foundation programme

Wizkid’s incredible run of collaborations shows no signs of slowing down

10 roles that secured Alexx Ekubo’s legacy in Nollywood

Filmmaker Lancelot Imasuen recalls giving Alexx Ekubo his first movie role, calls his death “Devastating and Unbelievable”

Uzor Arukwe’s ‘Best Lead Actor’ win was one of the night’s biggest surprises

REVIEW: You Know Someone Like Ronke. Behind the Scenes Is Her Story

Wura is back and more ruthless than ever — Here’s What You’ve Missed

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle legal dispute over ‘It Ends With Us’ production ahead of trial

‘Dances With Wolves’ actor Nathan Chasing Horse sentenced to life in prison for sexual assault convictions

Paramount Pictures, Nile Entertainment seal West African deal for ‘Children of Blood and Bone’

Court orders Bill Cosby to pay $19M to former waitress in 1972 sexual assault case

Valerie Perrine, Oscar-nominated actress and ‘Superman’ star, dies at 82 after battle with Parkinson’s disease

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