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Columbus Irisoanga, Nollywood Veteran and ‘Issakaba’ Star is Dead

Columbus Irisoanga, the renowned Nigerian actor best known for his unforgettable role as Chief Priest Igbudu in the 2001 Nollywood hit Issakaba, has tragically passed away. The news of his…

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Nigerian international film company PinPoint Media makes casting call for new feature film

Pinpoint Media, a media and film company founded by the acclaimed writer and director Chris Ihidero appears to be working on what could be a significant film project. Netng has…

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‘A broke man won’t know what to do with me’ – Sophia Momodu debuts on the RHOLagos with a banger

Lagos’ elite circle is never short of drama, luxury, and fiery conversations, and Episode 4 of The Real Housewives of Lagos was no exception. The latest episode saw Sophia Momodu…

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“I never want to cross path with her again,” Dabota Lawson speaks on her beef with Laura Ikeji

In episode 2 of The Real Housewives of Lagos, Dabota Lawson revealed her reasons for not wanting a close relationship with the Ikeji’s following an incident where the paternity of…

Wande Thomas explores a tale of social media culture in Under the Influence

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Fame, Family, and more: Wande Thomas explores a tale of social media culture in Under the Influence

The allure of social media fame, sibling rivalry, and the quest for authenticity collide in Under the Influence, the new series by acclaimed director and showrunner Wande Thomas, now streaming…

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Africa Magic Unveils Shows to Look Out for This January

Africa Magic has announced an exciting lineup of shows for the first half of the year. The broadcast company will premiere five new shows from this first quarter of 2025,…

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Lagos Kingdom names Nigerian filmmaker Bolanle Austen-Peters “Matron of Tradition”

Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Bolanle Austen-Peters has been shortlisted to receive the prestigious title of Erelu Asa of Iru Kingdom, recognizing her exceptional contributions to the arts and society. The official…

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‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Smashes Records, Becomes West Africa’s Top-Grossing Film with N1.6bn

Funke Akindele’s latest blockbuster, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has shattered records to become the highest-grossing movie of all time in West Africa, raking in an impressive N1.6 billion just one month…

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Stephen Oluboyo named Nollywood’s highest-grossing writer of 2024

Stephen Oluboyo has emerged as the highest-grossing writer in Nollywood for 2024, according to a report by entertainment company, FilmOne. Oluboyo earned the status thanks to his contributions to films…

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Nigerian Box Office Sees 60% Growth, Rakes in N11.5bn in 2024

The Nigerian film industry has experienced a major leap in growth, with the box office revenue soaring by an impressive 60% in 2024. According to the Cinema Exhibitors Association of…

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Columbus Irisoanga, Nollywood Veteran and ‘Issakaba’ Star is Dead

Nigerian international film company PinPoint Media makes casting call for new feature film

‘A broke man won’t know what to do with me’ – Sophia Momodu debuts on the RHOLagos with a banger

“I never want to cross path with her again,” Dabota Lawson speaks on her beef with Laura Ikeji

Fame, Family, and more: Wande Thomas explores a tale of social media culture in Under the Influence

Africa Magic Unveils Shows to Look Out for This January

Lagos Kingdom names Nigerian filmmaker Bolanle Austen-Peters “Matron of Tradition”

‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Smashes Records, Becomes West Africa’s Top-Grossing Film with N1.6bn

Stephen Oluboyo named Nollywood’s highest-grossing writer of 2024

Nigerian Box Office Sees 60% Growth, Rakes in N11.5bn in 2024

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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