Manuel appeared as a guest on TVC’s Your View, speaking on his career as a Nollywood actor and while there, he revealed that he prefers living a humble life as opposed to an extravagant one. He stressed that living his lowkey lifestyle feels like wealth to him, as he’s able to go out and run errands. He said, “I like …
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Kizz Daniel and Adekunle Gold combine for new hit single ‘Pano Tona’
Hot off the success of his recent hit single ‘Marhaba’, Kizz Daniel isn’t running out of steam as he returns with an exciting new collaboration titled ‘Pano tona’ which sees the internationally renowned sensation team up with fellow Afrobeats superstar Adekunle Gold.
Read More »Rema makes Afrobeats history as ‘Calm Down’ reaches YouTube milestone
This feat was recorded on November 9, 2024, a little over two years after the video premiered on YouTube on September 7, 2022. The song now leads other Nigerian music videos on YouTube including the original version which has accumulated 619 million views. The song has enjoyed major success in the United States where it became the first Nigerian song …
Read More »Michael ‘Ama Psalmist’ Akinrogude wins the 18th edition TFAA Prize for Film of the Year
The 18th edition of The Future Awards Africa tagged ‘Celebrating the Great and Daring’ honoured achievements of young Africans who are breaking boundaries and reshaping the continent’s future through technology, media and other ways. The nominees for the Prize for Film included Akinkunle Michael Akinrogunde (AMA Psalmist), Praise Onyeagwalam (Director Pink), Tola Okodugha, Fadamana Okwong, Feyifunmi Oginni of which Akinkunle …
Read More »Genoveva Umeh bags The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) Prize for Acting
As the African film industry continues its rise on the global stage, platforms like The Future Awards Africa play a vital role in recognising and nurturing emerging talents. Known as one of Africa’s most prestigious awards, TFAA shines a spotlight on young change-makers, innovators, and visionaries across various fields. In the film and acting category, the awards celebrate young actors …
Read More »Charles Okocha opens up about his reasons for getting married
Speaking during an exclusive interview with Punch Newspaper, the actor disclosed that he and his now-fiancée have been together for seven solid years, and now the time is right. He explained, “I am getting married because it’s only right for me to be married. We have been dating since 2017, quietly, with no social media show of affection. She lives …
Read More »Skepta’s film, ‘Tribal Mark’ wins Audience Choice Award at AFRIFF 2024
In a groundbreaking moment at this year’s African Film Festival, British-Nigerian rapper Skepta took home the prestigious Audience Choice Award for his debut film Tribal Mark. The award, voted on by festival attendees, is a testament to the rapper’s creative talents and the impact his film had on viewers. For the British rapper, music was just the beginning of his …
Read More »DNA test more important than naming ceremony- Don Jazzy
According to him, “conducting a DNA test is more important than a naming ceremony.” Social media has since been divided over whether DNA tests are necessary, especially in light of recent cases of paternity fraud. This advice follows a viral scandal involving Equatorial Guinea politician Baltasar Engonga, who was reportedly found with over 400 explicit videos involving various women, many …
Read More »‘Phoenix Fury’ bags Best Film award at the 13th edition of AFRIFF
This year’s African Film Festival witnessed the recognition of stellar performances and outstanding films. Directed by Ifeoma Nkiruka Chukwuogo, Phoenix Fury showcases a filmmaker’s ability to seamlessly blend past and present elements together serving us a fine collage of storytelling. The film follows Ifeatu from her birth through a series of largely unfortunate events that lead her to seek revenge …
Read More »Uzoamaka Onuoha wins Best Female Performance in a feature at AFRIFF, 2024
With over three nominations, Uzoamaka Onuoha stood out for her role in Agemo. Directed by Moshood Abiola Obatula, the film follows Agatha as she navigates a dangerous and mysterious world and highlights the challenges faced by women. The supernatural feature explores themes of manipulation, power dynamics, and the consequences of exploiting the vulnerable. Onuoha who plays the lead character is …
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