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Nollywood actor Okiki Adesina dies after a tragic car accident

Nollywood actor Okiki Adesina, widely known to fans as Janmole, who died after a tragic car accident. The heartbreaking news was confirmed by Bolaji ‘Mr Latin’ Amusan, president of the…

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10 roles that secured Alexx Ekubo’s legacy in Nollywood

The film community continues to mourn the passing of Alexx Ekubo, the beloved Nollywood actor who died on May 12, 2026, at the age of 40 after battling kidney cancer.…

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

Veteran filmmaker Lancelot Imasuen has shared an emotional reflection on his early connection with late actor Alexx Ekubo, revealing that he played a key role in giving the young star…

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

Personally, I think Uzor Arukwe’s AMVCA win for Best Lead Actor was one of the biggest surprises of the night at the 12th edition of the AMVCA, which happened at…

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

There is a particular kind of person every Nigerian family has. the one who pays school fees, settles hospital bills, bails out failing businesses, and still shows up to Christmas…

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

When the final episode of Season 3 aired, many fans of the Africa Magic telenovela Wura breathed a collective sigh of relief; one of Nollywood’s most villainous women had finally…

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5 Nigerian creatives dominating Nollywood behind the scenes

Nollywood creatives are making a strong impact, and it’s not just because of the actors. A big part of the success comes from skilled people working behind the scenes. These…

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10 Nollywood actresses who have been name-dropped on Afrobeats songs

Nollywood actresses are often mentioned in Afrobeats songs. Artistes use their names to describe beauty, confidence, and star power. Popular stars like Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Genevieve Nnaji, and Funke Akindele are…

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Oscars set 2027 and 2028 dates ahead of 100th edition in 2028

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled dates for both the 99th Academy Awards and its landmark 100th ceremony. The back-to-back events, set for 2027 and 2028,…

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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

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

5 Nigerian creatives dominating Nollywood behind the scenes

10 Nollywood actresses who have been name-dropped on Afrobeats songs

Oscars set 2027 and 2028 dates ahead of 100th edition in 2028

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

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

New Tumi, Raw Emotions: Sharon Rotimi steps in as Wura’s past Leaves fans shaken

Wura S4, Dividends, and other shows to stream this long holiday

AMVCA 2026: Nominees with back-to-back nominations in 2025 and 2026

From Lagos to Cairo to Kinshasa — AMVCA expands continental reach with inclusion of 2 new categories

“Congratulations, the awards are in very safe hands” — Femi Odugbemi reacts to Joke Silva’s appointment as AMVCA Head Judge

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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