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4 days after the 5th anniversary of Gringory’s death, Chief Zebrudaya wins AMVCA Industry Merit Award

February 28th marked the fifth anniversary of the death of James Iroha, better known as Gringory from the 80’s television series The New Masquerade. On March 4th his colleague and…

AMVCA 2017: See the full list of winners

The just concluded 2017 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) saw Izu Ojukwu's '76 take home the most awards, while Oloibiri and Jenifa's Diary also emerged winners.

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‘Phone Swap’ gets December DVD release date

According to the award-winning actor, producer and director, the movie’s DVD release is part of his company’s efforts to appreciate their fans, lovers and supporters who have over the years stayed true to him and his projects.

How Patience Ozokwor, Pete Edochie abandoned radio for Nollywood

Unknown to many, top Nollywood figures, Patience Ozokwor and Pete Edochie were formerly employed at different radio stations before quitting their jobs in search of the fame and fortune they felt the Nigerian movie industry could bring.

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Omawumi to attend law school…soon

Nigerian singer Omawumi Megbele says she's going to go to law school in the nearest future.

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Watch Phone Swap this Ramadan holiday

The Ramadan holidays are coming soon and Golden Effects Pictures, producers of the award winning movie Phone Swap in collaborations with National Art Theatre intend to make it quite interesting as they present 'Phone Swap Ramadan Special'..

A sneak preview into FAB Magazine’s noir issue with Ramsey Nouah and Rita Dominic

With Nollywood taking centre stage in this 8th issue, FAB brings you exclusive interviews with Rita Dominic and Ramsey Nouah – two of Nollywood’s brightest stars...

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'Celebrate My Dad' – Gringory's Son Tells Nigerians

Speaking to pressmen shortly after the incident, second son of the actor and producer, Uche James-Iroha, who confirmed the incident, however pleaded with Nigerians not to be disheartened by the loss...

Kunle Afolayan's 'Phone Swap' Premieres in March

The much talk about new movie from Kunle Afolayan ‘Phone Swap’ is set to hit the cinemas this March 2012 and after the successes of his previous like ‘Irapada’ and ‘Figurine’, movie pundits who are already scoring it as a pass mark after watching the trailer...

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New Masquerade Star Giringory Cries for Help

James Iroha, the actor and story teller of Masquerade and The New Masquerade fame, has another story; a story of how's he's suffering and struggling, trying to not be strangled by protracted poverty and pain.

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4 days after the 5th anniversary of Gringory’s death, Chief Zebrudaya wins AMVCA Industry Merit Award

AMVCA 2017: See the full list of winners

‘Phone Swap’ gets December DVD release date

How Patience Ozokwor, Pete Edochie abandoned radio for Nollywood

Omawumi to attend law school…soon

Watch Phone Swap this Ramadan holiday

A sneak preview into FAB Magazine’s noir issue with Ramsey Nouah and Rita Dominic

'Celebrate My Dad' – Gringory's Son Tells Nigerians

Kunle Afolayan's 'Phone Swap' Premieres in March

New Masquerade Star Giringory Cries for Help

Davido lights up the stage at his Coachella debut performance

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”

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

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

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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