Benin City witnessed a powerful cinematic moment as Osamede, a historical superhero film rooted in the 1897 British invasion of the Benin Kingdom, premiered to a packed audience on Friday night. The screening, which extended into the early hours of Saturday, ended with a standing ovation, as viewers celebrated the […]
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Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has condemned the directive issued by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to radio and television stations across the country not to broadcast the song “Tell Your Papa” by Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem. It described the action as a blatant abuse of regulatory power, a violation of […]
A Nigerian documentary exploring the ancient practice of healing tattoos among the Esan people of Edo State has secured a nomination at the inaugural Authentic Global Film Awards. “Ema/Udeh,” written and directed by cultural activist and filmmaker Samuel Osaze, delves into the traditional art form known as “Ema/Udeh,” where tattoos […]
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Divine Ikubor, known globally as Rema, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone, becoming the first African artist to grace the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. The iconic American monthly, renowned for its coverage of music, politics, and popular culture, features Rema as its April cover star, further solidifying […]
Award-winning Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has released his latest single, “Be There Still,” igniting further excitement amongst fans awaiting the arrival of his fifth studio album, “5IVE.” The track, a vibrant fusion of Afrobeat rhythms and contemporary sounds, dropped on Friday and is already making waves across the music scene. […]
The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), the continent’s premier celebration of film and television artistry, is gearing up for its highly anticipated 11th edition, boasting a competitive field across 28 distinct categories. This year’s event promises to be a dazzling showcase of African storytelling and technical prowess, as announced […]
The United Kingdom and Nigeria have officially launched the Creative Industries Technical Working Group, a key initiative under the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP). The launch, coupled with a matchmaking event for leaders in both nations’ creative sectors, took place in London on Tuesday. The partnership aims to […]
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has added another prestigious accolade to his growing list of achievements, earning a Platinum SNEP certification in France for his feature on French-Congolese singer Dadju Nsungula’s popular track, “Donne-moi l’accord.” The collaboration, originally released in 2019, continues to enjoy significant airplay and streaming success within […]
By Alfreds Ayeni Don Mayor A new wave of cinematic talent has hit the entertainment industry, and at its helm is Gloryland Ikamanihiemi Omobayo, a visionary producer and Okpameri cultural ambassador to the multiverse. His debut film, “Through His Walls,” has taken the digital world by storm, captivating viewers with […]
In a remarkable achievement for the Nigerian film industry, actor, rapper, and songwriter Folarin Falana, widely known as Falz, has been recognized as the highest-grossing lead actor in Nollywood for the year 2024. This accolade was announced by FilmOne Entertainment, a leading film distribution company, through a post on their […]