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President Tinubu Renames National Theatre in Honor of Wole Soyinka

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New lease of life for Nigeria’s National Theatre after Bankers Committee intervention

Once the beating heart of Nigeria’s entertainment scene—where movies were watched, plays were staged, and dreams took flight—the National Theatre in Lagos had long succumbed to neglect and mismanagement. But…

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7 most captivating female characters on Africa Magic

In celebration of Women’s Month, we shine a light on the fierce, fearless, and extraordinary women who illuminate our screens on Africa Magic. Far from being mere figments of fiction,…

AMVCA 10 press conference with Busola Tejumola, Femi Odugbemi and Ik Osakioduwa

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AMVCA announces new category to honour ‘best music score’

For the first time since its inception, the AMVCA will present an award for the Best Music Score in 2025. At a press event in Lagos, Femi Odugbemi, the head…

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AMVCA announces 11th edition to celebrate African entertainment

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) today announced the return of its 11th edition, marking over a decade of recognising and celebrating outstanding achievements in African film and television.…

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Gangs of Lagos: Court rules in favour of Isale Eko union over indigenous cultural rights controversy

The Lagos State High Court has endorsed a settlement recognizing the grievances of the Isale-Eko Descendants Union against Amazon Web Services and the producers of the controversial film Gangs of…

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“Snake, tongue-twister” Carolyne, Dabota in heated clash at Sophia Momodu’s luxurious Ghana trip

The tension in The Real Housewives of Lagos Season 3 reached new heights in episode 9, as the housewives took a glamorous trip to Ghana, hosted by Sophia Momodu, Nigerian…

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Mabel Segun, the matriarch of Nigerian literature, dies at 95

Mabel Segun, the beloved Nigerian poet, writer, and champion for children’s literature, passed away at 95. Her family announced the news on Thursday, expressing deep gratitude for her remarkable life…

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RHOLagos split into Team Dabota and Team Sophia: Who would win the battle of wits, words, and luxury?

The cast is split, with a clear imbalance between the sides. For the first six episodes, we witnessed the housewives form bonds with each other with hopes of officially tagging…

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FULL LIST: Anora wins Best Picture, 4 other awards at the Oscars

In a night of glitz, glamour, and record-breaking moments, “Anora” emerged as the standout winner at the 97th Academy Awards, held at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The…

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New lease of life for Nigeria’s National Theatre after Bankers Committee intervention

7 most captivating female characters on Africa Magic

AMVCA announces new category to honour ‘best music score’

AMVCA announces 11th edition to celebrate African entertainment

Gangs of Lagos: Court rules in favour of Isale Eko union over indigenous cultural rights controversy

“Snake, tongue-twister” Carolyne, Dabota in heated clash at Sophia Momodu’s luxurious Ghana trip

Mabel Segun, the matriarch of Nigerian literature, dies at 95

RHOLagos split into Team Dabota and Team Sophia: Who would win the battle of wits, words, and luxury?

FULL LIST: Anora wins Best Picture, 4 other awards at the Oscars

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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