Entertainment

If Nollywood had a Hall of Fame, Funke Akindele’s name would be in neon lights. This multi-talented actress, producer, and director is a force to be reckoned with in the Nigerian entertainment industry. From her humble beginnings to dominating screens with her hit films and series, Funke has proven that she’s not just a star; she’s a galaxy.  Akindele came …

Nollywood star Osas Ighodaro has revealed an upcoming movie collaboration with Grammy-award-winning artist, Burna Boy.  In an official announcement on a podcast, the actress revealed her new project is an adventure film with three major languages.   “It’s an adventure film where we speak English, Yoruba and French. We are going through, French-speaking countries from Nigeria to Cotedviore to Benin. I …

Nigerian singer-songwriter and record producer 1da Banton has released his latest single, Baby Oku, featuring renowned guitarist, Fiokee. Baby Oku is 1da Banton’s invitation to a journey at the heart of Afrobeats, celebrating the vibrant genre and culture born and popularized in Nigeria in the 2000s, that has revolutionised African and global music landscapes over the last two decades. The song …

Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has taken to social media to share her latest milestone, announcing that she bagged her degree in psychology. On December 9, 2024, the actress shared the good news with her fans and followers on Instagram, posting a video capturing the heartwarming moment she was conferred with her degree. Expressing her excitement and pride, she wrote, “Another …

For a nostalgic experience, we have curated a list of some of the top Nollywood veteran actresses.  These actresses were the blueprint! From their unmatched ability to cry a river on cue to how they carried dramatic showdowns, these women didn’t just star in movies—they owned them.  They made us laugh, cry, and sometimes shout at the screen. But most …

Afrobeat has a new face in Ernest Abitih, popularly known as X-Shai, a Ghanaian-Nigerian-American musician whose sound is redefining the genre. X-Shai has been singing since his tender years, and his passion for music is evident in every note he delivers. Although not yet a household name, X-Shai’s artistry is poised to dominate the African music scene and beyond, with …

December has always been a blockbuster month for Nollywood, with films like The Wedding Party and Omo Ghetto: The Saga setting ambitious standards. Roses and Ivy, produced by prolific filmmaker Biodun Stephen, is poised to be the streaming version of these cinematic hits, offering a compelling narrative that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Roses and Ivy, …

Nigerian Afrobeat artist and activist Seun Kuti has criticised the recent arrest of human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi, warning against the empowerment of the police as tools of oppression. In a recent video, the singer emphasised the danger of the use of police to silence critics and stressed that such actions could have serious consequences for freedom of speech in …

Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has sparked conversations online after praising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he claims are notable improvements in Nigeria’s security and power supply. On December 8, 2024, the controversial actor took to Instagram to stress his usual support of the president despite the current economic turmoil, stating that terrorist attacks across the nation had ‘reduced drastically.’ …

More record labels are walking away from Boomplay. Issues over non remitance of royalties have led Sony Music, Orchard, and Awal to pull their catalogues off music streaming platform Boomplay. Boomplay is one of the most popular music streaming platforms in Nigeria who made in roads in digital music consumption when it expanded its business to Africa in 2015. Since …