The Ogun State team competing at the ongoing 8th Nigeria Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, has been praised for its dedication, talent, and resilience. Led by a group of dynamic young athletes, the team has gained widespread recognition for upholding the standard of excellence Ogun State is known for. In a statement issued by the Ogun State Commissioner for ... Read More »
When Ben Bruce launched Silverbird Cinemas, the entire entertainment industry celebrated, believing it would create the much-needed market for the burgeoning sector. Silverbird teamed up with Stephanie Okereke (now Linus) to make history with Through The Glass. The arrival of New Nollywood was confirmed with groundbreaking films like Chineze Anyaene’s Ije, Kunle Afolayan’s Figurine, and Funke Akindele’s TROJ, which collectively ... Read More »
In the last few days, I’ve watched the world dot on the picturesque Ojude OBA festival, held on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, three days after the Sallah celebration, being a tradition started over 200 years ago by Oba Adesimbo Atunwase. Today, that the festival has continued to grow in leaps and, the Ijebu people, no matter how highly placed, permanently ... Read More »
‘Shanty Town’, ‘Herdsmen’, ‘Underbelly’ dominate BON nomination list Best of Nollywood Awards has officially released nominations lists and categories for the 2023 Nollywood award ceremony. Stylised as BON Awards, the annual film event honors outstanding achievements in the Nigerian movie industry. In the just-released nominee list, Shanty Town, Herdsmen, and Underbelly dominate the line-up of various categories. Shanty Town, a ... Read More »
On Sunday, September 3, 2023, the 16th Headies Award took place in Atlanta Georgia for the second consecutive year. Since its inception in 2006, the Headies has played a prominent role in the documentation of the strides recorded in the Nigerian music industry through its award which has now become the biggest prize in Nigerian music. Here is the full ... Read More »
Today, French Montana releases his single “Wish U Well” alongside Swae Lee, marking a reunion for the dynamic duo following their massive chart-topping hit “Unforgettable” from 2017. Building upon the success of their previous collaboration, the production of “Wish U Well” is a masterful blend of nostalgia and innovation. Echoing the afrobeat influences that contributed to the global success of ... Read More »
Emmanuel Chidiebere Nwosu, Renowned Nollywood Director, Nominated for Prestigious Awards at 2023 *Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival* July 27, 2023 – Emmanuel Chidiebere Nwosu, also known as “Director Mo,” has garnered significant recognition for his outstanding contributions to the film industry. With one of his recent work “OBSESSION,” he has been honored with a Best Director nomination at the 2023 ... Read More »
The premium Fearless energy drink of Rite Foods Limited ignited the ‘Embrace the Thrill’ passion of consumers through various board games, football, and video games of different types, with a climax dubbed ‘The Fearless Challenge,’ an ice bucket contest where three winners emerged on Saturday, 15th of July 2023. During the competition, the contestants endured the icy test by having ... Read More »
Nigerian-born US-based music artiste, Larry Azukaego popular as Larry Zuka is in the news again. This time it is with his latest hit single, ‘Straight From The Jungle’, currently streaming across music-sharing platforms like Spotify and Boomplay. The single, inspired by the continent of Africa also hails the different countries in Africa, alongside successful African acts like Naira Marley, and ... Read More »
Stephanie Karikari, renowned for her grace, elegance, and infectious charisma as a former beauty queen, now embraces a new role as the captivating host of "SK Guide." With a passion for television and a deep curiosity about the diverse backgrounds of people, Stephanie ventures into the world of hosting to bring to light the hidden treasures, untold stories, and uncharted ... Read More »
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