Entertainment

Temi Otedola has, in a new lengthy post on her Instagram page, taken time to chronicle her experience since she launched her fashion blog in 2014. The model, who has since starred in a number of Nollywood films and signed juicy ambassadorial deals with iconic global brands, said it all started from her fashion blog which she launched in 2014, …

Nollywood filmmaker, Funke Akindele’s Everybody Loves Jenifa has hit and surpassed the ₦1 billion record becoming the highest-grossing Nollywood movie of all time. Surpassing Toyin Abraham’s Alakada: Bad and Boujee, the film’s distributor, FilmOne took to their Instagram page to announce the newest achievement.  “Everybody Loves Jenifa has officially hit a historic 1.466 Billion Naira and counting at the box …

In a new ruling on Monday, January 6, 2025, Justice M.S. Liman of the Federal High Court, Abuja ordered Speed Darlington’s release from detention. The Justice mandated the Inspector General of Police and the Nigerian Police Force to charge Akpi to court within 48 hours or release him unconditionally. This new ruling comes two weeks after the controversial singer was …

In 2015, the Nigerian music industry saw the release of several hit songs that enjoyed both national and cross-continental success. These songs offer an insight into the sound that dominated that era of Afrobeats, the stars that shaped the soundscape, and their enduring impact. 10 years later, these songs continue to be relevant for their quality and impact on both …

Nigerian singer Candy Bleakz has shared her candid thoughts on the increasing trend of relocation, popularly referred to as “japa,” urging Nigerians to think carefully before leaving the country for greener pastures abroad. In a recent video, the singer highlighted the harsh realities of life in countries like the United Kingdom, where many Nigerians migrate in search of better opportunities. …

A video of a peeved Wizkid lashing at an unknown person has made its rounds across social media, leaving his fans and Nigerians to wonder, “Who made Wizkid angry?” In the video, Wizkid was seen seemingly walking away from an altercation and then walking back towards the person, visibly angry. The singer, flanked by a few members of his associates, …

2025 is set to be another busy year for Nigerian music. After 2024 where international superstars including Wizkid, Asake, Rema, Ayra Starr, Tems, and Victony all released news-making albums, 2025 is set to see the release of even more projects. For several stars who took a break in 2024 after releasing projects in the preceding year, many of them are …

To further celebrate Nollywood’s achievements of the past year, let’s meet these stars behind some of the box-office hits of 2024. Nollywood achieved a groundbreaking milestone in 2024, with its top 10 highest-grossing films collectively earning an impressive ₦3.6 billion—a staggering 85.5% increase from ₦1.94 billion in 2023.  Even without the ₦156.6 million contribution of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, the total could …

The family of Former P-square member Paul Okoye and his wife Ifeoma, are in the spirit of celebration and have dedicated their newborn daughter Imani in their church. On the first Sunday in 2025, the new parents and their loved ones flocked to their church to celebrate the birth of their newest addition. The singer took to Instagram to share …

Nollywood has long been a mirror reflecting the complexities of Nigerian society. Its stories, while entertaining, have also carried the weight of shaping public perception, especially when it comes to the portrayal of women. For decades, Nollywood films have been used as a tool of cultural reinforcement, perpetuating stereotypes and often serving as a form of subtle propaganda. From the …