Tomiwo Ojo, Author at Nigerian Entertainment Today

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Nigeria shines at Cannes with debut as minister unveils ambitious $300M plan for the creative economy

In a watershed moment for African cinema, Nigeria marked two historic firsts at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, signalling the country’s emerging prominence on the global film stage. Akinola Davies…

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Nollywood

Nigerian historical film ‘Festac ’77’ selected to preview at 2025 Cannes Film Festival

The historical fiction film ‘Festac 77’ has been selected for an exclusive preview at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, marking another major moment for Nigerian and African cinema on the…

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Efa Iwara talks ‘Princess on a Hill,’ AMVCA nomination, and why 2025 might be his biggest year yet

If you’re a fan of handsome men wearing well-stitched kaftans, displaying intensity, and actors who bring characters to life with and without speaking, then Efa Iwara needs no introduction. From…

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The 17th Headies: A portrait of pandemonium or just Nigeria happening?

After two years abroad, the Headies, Nigeria’s longest-surviving music awards show, was finally “Back to Base,” and the anticipation was palpable, at least among music heads. It’s been a couple…

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“We all have a role to play” — DJ Caise follows family legacy in bid for Lagos leadership

When Derin Phillips, better known as DJ Caise, spun records at The Beat 99.9 FM, signed to Chocolate City, and released an album, very few people would have predicted that…

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Music

The Headies Still Matter—But Our Biggest Stars Need to Show Up

The much-anticipated 17th Headies Awards have come and gone, celebrating Nigerian music’s finest with winners like Davido, the late Mohbad, Odumodublvck, Qing Madi, London, Director Pink, and more. Yet, amidst…

Davido and Odumodublvck's mother at the 17th Headies (Photo: Netng)

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Music

The 17th Headies Awards: Netng Predictions vs The Actual Winners

As anticipation peaked ahead of the 17th edition of the Headies Awards, NETNG critics released a comprehensive list of predictions, splitting their picks into “Who Should Win” and “Who Would…

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General

RHOLagos Season 3 Reunion: Edges Laid, Friendships Fractured & Boss Moves Reaffirmed

They say reunions are where the real show begins, and The Real Housewives of Lagos Season 3 Reunion — streaming on Showmax — did not disappoint. Split into two explosive…

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Music

Headies 2025 Predictions: Who should win and who would win?

Every year, the Headies Awards ignites passionate debates among fans, critics, and artistes themselves. As Africa’s biggest celebration of musical excellence, the Headies is more than just plaques—it’s a reflection…

Cobhams Reveals Inspiration Behind Latest Single Featuring Sauti Sol

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Feature

4 powerful Nigerian TV commercials involving Cobhams Asuquo

If you’ve ever watched a Nigerian TV commercial that gave you chills, there’s a good chance Cobhams Asuquo had something to do with it. From bank ads to telecom campaigns,…

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Nigeria shines at Cannes with debut as minister unveils ambitious $300M plan for the creative economy

Nigerian historical film ‘Festac ’77’ selected to preview at 2025 Cannes Film Festival

Efa Iwara talks ‘Princess on a Hill,’ AMVCA nomination, and why 2025 might be his biggest year yet

The 17th Headies: A portrait of pandemonium or just Nigeria happening?

“We all have a role to play” — DJ Caise follows family legacy in bid for Lagos leadership

The Headies Still Matter—But Our Biggest Stars Need to Show Up

The 17th Headies Awards: Netng Predictions vs The Actual Winners

RHOLagos Season 3 Reunion: Edges Laid, Friendships Fractured & Boss Moves Reaffirmed

Headies 2025 Predictions: Who should win and who would win?

4 powerful Nigerian TV commercials involving Cobhams Asuquo

Niniola Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Husband Michael Ndika: “He Was the Engine Behind My Success”

Davido & Ayra Starr featured on the official FIFA 2026 World Cup album

Sonny Rollins, Titan of Modern Jazz, dies at 95

Who was Michael Ndika? Niniola’s husband, manager, and NaijaReview founder, who left a Lasting Legacy in Nigerian music

The most desperate politician in the world is Oyetola – Davido blasts former Osun governor

Nollywood actor Okiki Adesina dies after a tragic car accident

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

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

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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