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Oscar-winning Hollywood star Jared Leto backs Nigerian drone startup in $22M deal

It looks like Nigeria’s tech scene just got a major touch of Hollywood glam. Jared Leto, the Oscar-winning actor known for playing the Joker in Suicide Squad and Morbius, has…

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TAFTA’s Àjọṣe stage play sparks powerful conversations on healing, justice, and women’s health

Terra Academy for the Arts (TAFTA) recently captivated audiences with its compelling theatrical production and radio drama series, ‘Àjọṣe,’ a creative endeavour designed to break the silence surrounding critical issues…

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960 Music Group vs. Aristokrat Records: Case adjourned until April 20 as defendant fails to appear in court

Attempts to resolve the ongoing legal battle between 960 Music Group and Aristokrat Records, centred on the ownership of Burna Boy’s early music catalogue, were delayed again yesterday at the…

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International Finance Corporation partners with Terra Kulture to scale Nigeria’s creative economy

In a move set to redefine the landscape of Nigerian entertainment, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has officially inked a mandate partnership with Terra Kulture, signalling a massive vote of…

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Gideon Okeke accuses Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, and Rema of not promoting Nollywood

Nollywood actor Gideon Okeke has sparked conversation online by challenging Afrobeats megastars to do more for the Nigerian film industry. In a recent Instagram post, the 43-year-old actor accused top…

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Family issues halt burial plans for late gospel singer Bunmi “Omije Ojumi” Akinnaanu

The burial of late gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, has been cancelled following unresolved issues within her family. The update was confirmed by gospel musician Lanre…

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EbonyLife Films to adapt The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives for cinema release in December 2026

Mo Abudu‘s EbonyLife Films is set to bring The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives, the acclaimed novel by Lola Shoneyin, to the big screen, with the film scheduled for…

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Davido denies renewed paternity claims as DNA dispute reemerges

The long-running paternity dispute involving musician David “Davido” Adeleke has resurfaced after a public appeal from a 12-year-old girl who claims to be his daughter and renewed calls from her…

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Gospel icon Bunmi “Omije Ojumi” Akinnaanu confirmed dead

Gospel singer and evangelist Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, has died. She passed away on January 12, 2026, at a hospital in Lagos, Nigeria, after a period of…

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie takes legal action against Euracare Hospital over son’s death

The death of the 21-month-old son of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband Dr. Ivara Esege, has led to legal action against Euracare Multispecialist Hospital in Lagos. On January 10,…

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Oscar-winning Hollywood star Jared Leto backs Nigerian drone startup in $22M deal

TAFTA’s Àjọṣe stage play sparks powerful conversations on healing, justice, and women’s health

960 Music Group vs. Aristokrat Records: Case adjourned until April 20 as defendant fails to appear in court

International Finance Corporation partners with Terra Kulture to scale Nigeria’s creative economy

Gideon Okeke accuses Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, and Rema of not promoting Nollywood

Family issues halt burial plans for late gospel singer Bunmi “Omije Ojumi” Akinnaanu

EbonyLife Films to adapt The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives for cinema release in December 2026

Davido denies renewed paternity claims as DNA dispute reemerges

Gospel icon Bunmi “Omije Ojumi” Akinnaanu confirmed dead

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie takes legal action against Euracare Hospital over son’s death

Ronaldinho features Odumodublvck, Shoday, Skales, and Mavo on his debut album ‘Camisa 10’

Grammy-winning Nigerian-British singer Talay Riley dies at 35 after fatal London stabbing

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

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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