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Prominent Nollywood actor dies of malaria
Popular Nollywood actor, Gbenga Akintunde, popularly known as Burger, has passed away after a brief illness.
Bolanle Austen-Peters Theatre Arena records 240,000 visitors in 2018
Terra Kulture Theatre Arena, the first privately owned theatre in Nigeria, recorded 240,000 visitors and tourists in 2018.
Actor RMD frowns against fake life style on social media
Veteran Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo, aka RMD, has advised his followers to desist from living “fake lives” for online buzz.
Genevieve Nnaji marks 20 years in Nollywood
Veteran Nollywood actress and film maker, Genevieve Nnaji, celebrated two decades in the film sector with a reflective New Year post.
Comedians appeal for government’s support to reduce unemployment, stress
Some comedians and those who serve as masters of ceremonies at events have appealed to the government to assist them with grants to grow the industry.
Yuletide: Blockbuster movies most watched by Nigerians at cinema
Two blockbuster movies: Chief Daddy and Aquaman, have topped the list of the most watched movies during the 2018 festive season.
Christmas: Epe agog as ‘One Lagos Fiesta’ begins
Residents were spotted around the popular Marina Waterfront, the venue of the ongoing “One Lagos Fiesta” in Epe, Lagos State in different costumes and attires to celebrate Christmas.
Lion Heart : Genevieve Nnaji accuses film distributors of manipulation, monopoly
Veteran actress and filmmaker, Genevieve Nnaji, has called out film distributors for allegedly monopolising the market.
Fayemi approves date for reopening of state’s radio, television
The Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has given approval for the state’s broadcasting service to commence operation on January 1, 2019.
Arts, entertainment industry remains veritable platform to grow GDP – Ambode
The Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, on Sunday evening reiterated the commitment of his administration to continue to play up the arts and entertainment industry to grow the economy and positively engage the youth, saying the sector…
Jerry Seinfeld, world’s highest paid Comedian – Forbes
The 64-year-old stand-up comedian and actor who topped the list of the 10 highest paid comedians last year, maintains the feat in the 2018 list released by Forbes Magazine.
Mo Abudu joins Emmy Awards’ academy directors
Media mogul, Mo Abudu, has been elected as a director of the International Academy of Television, Arts and Sciences.
Genevieve’s ‘Lion Heart’ premieres at private screening
Genevieve Nnaji’s directorial debut: “Lion Heart,” was premiered for cinema viewings at a private screening in Lagos.
Genevieve’s ‘Lion Heart’ runs into controversy, rejected by cinema exhibitors
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that although the movie was purchased by Netflix in July, Nnaji’s team announced last Friday that its cinema screening would commence on December 21.
Kylie Jenner ties Jay-Z for 5th position Forbes wealthiest celebrity
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the list, released on Wednesday, ranks the wealthiest American celebrities based on fortune they have amassed off their fame.
Wasiu Alabi, Small doctor, Salawa Abeni to thrill fans at African Nite
The appearance of the trio was confirmed in a statement by the Assistant General Manager of the company, Nneka Elege.
Busta Rhymes, Prayah hint collaboration on Davido’s ‘Fall’ remix
Busta Rhymes, also a music producer and actor, is best known for his high speed rapping and heavy use of internal and half rhyme in his songs.
K1 causes stir at Ikeja Mall, watches Kemi Adetiba’s ‘King of Boys’
The Fuji king, who came with many of his friends, made sure he paid for several people who were already on the queue to see the movie with him.
Buhari to entertainers: I have directed banks to provide working capital for you
President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the immediate provision of working capital to members of the nation’s entertainment industry by the Bank of Industry and the Nigeria Export-Import Bank.
BON Awards: See those who won big + Full list of winners
Ibadan, Oyo State on December 8 witnessed what could be described as an assembly of stars for the 10th edition of Best Of Nollywood Awards.