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Chimamanda says Lupita's adaptation of her book 'isn't a measure of success'

Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Adichie says although she is happy about Lupita Nyong'o's adaptation of her Americanah novel, it isn't a measure of success for her.

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'Half of a Yellow Sun' now streaming online only in US & UK

US based online television service, PANA TV has acquired the rights to stream controversial movie 'Half of A Yellow Sun' on the internet.

NET SPECIAL: Meet the 25 new faces of Nollywood

NET brings to you 25 Nigerian actors to watch out for as Nollywood journeys into a new phase. Some featured in this list are just springing up, while others you've probably seen in a couple of movies already. They’re giving the older colleagues a run for their money, even beating them during award season.

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Bimbo Akintola reveals why she's been off the movie scene

Actress, Bimbo Akintola has denied rumours that her disappearance from the movie scene was due to her relationship with afro-beat musician, Dede Mabiaku.

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Once more Half of a Yellow Sun fails to rise in Nigeria

The hope of fans anticipating the cinema release of the Half of a Yellow Sun movie has yet again been dashed following another postponement

Red Carpet Look: Genevieve, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Chimamanda Adichie and more at HOAYS premiere

The much talked about Half of a Yellow Sun movie was premiered on Saturday April 12, 2014. Check out some stunning photos from the Red Carpet session

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Chiwetel Ejiofor arrives Nigeria ahead of 'Half of a Yellow Sun' premiere

In preparation for the premiere of the Half of A Yellow Sun movie, UK based actor, Chiwetel Ejiofor has arrived Nigeria.

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‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ comes to Lagos in April

‘Half of a Yellow Sun’, the movie adaptation of Chimamanda Adichie’s sophomore novel, will hit Lagos cinemas in April.

Genevieve Nnaji tells NET she was absent at Half of a Yellow Sun premiere because ‘she had the flu’

Genevieve Nnaji was absent at the BFI London Film Festival premiere of Half of a Yellow Sun because she was 'ill with the flu', her publicist says.

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From music to movies: Tiwa Savage makes acting debut in ‘Shuga’

Fans of Tiwa Savage are just about to see the Pop singer a lot more as she will be featuring in ‘Shuga’, the award-winning TV drama.

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Chimamanda says Lupita's adaptation of her book 'isn't a measure of success'

'Half of a Yellow Sun' now streaming online only in US & UK

NET SPECIAL: Meet the 25 new faces of Nollywood

Bimbo Akintola reveals why she's been off the movie scene

Once more Half of a Yellow Sun fails to rise in Nigeria

Red Carpet Look: Genevieve, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Chimamanda Adichie and more at HOAYS premiere

Chiwetel Ejiofor arrives Nigeria ahead of 'Half of a Yellow Sun' premiere

‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ comes to Lagos in April

Genevieve Nnaji tells NET she was absent at Half of a Yellow Sun premiere because ‘she had the flu’

From music to movies: Tiwa Savage makes acting debut in ‘Shuga’

Afrika Bambaataa, Hip-Hop pioneer and Zulu Nation founder, dies at 67

Wireless Festival cancelled after Kanye West denied entry to UK

DJ Tunez and Burna Boy allegedly clash at Obi’s house

Ghana Music Awards: 4 Nigerian songs nominated for “African Song of the Year”

Celine Dion announces comeback shows amid battle with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS)

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

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

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

Chuck Norris, ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ star and Action icon, dies at 86

10 record-breaking moments at the 2026 Oscars

Full List: Sinners, Michael B. Jordan shine as Autumn Durald Arkapaw makes history at 2026 Oscars

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