Tag: #Nollywood
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WAJE CELEBREATES NEW AGE, UNVEILS FIRST LOOK AT UPCOMING FILM ‘THE FOUR’
Veteran Nigerian singer and songwriter, Waje, has marked her birthday with the release of the first look at her upcoming movie, The Four: No One Fights Alone. The singer shared glimpses of the film on her verified Instagram page, describing the unveiling as a beautiful way to celebrate her new year. She expressed gratitude for…
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‘PROPERTIES OF THE GODS’ SETS SEPT. 4 RELEASE TO HONOUR ONYEKA ONWENU
Nollywood film Properties of the Gods will hit cinemas on Sept. 4, with producers dedicating the theatrical release to late Nigerian music icon and actress Onyeka Onwenu, who featured in the movie before her death. Producer Joseph Okechukwu said the release date would be observed as “Onyeka Onwenu Day”, with a night of tributes scheduled…
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FIVE FILMMAKERS SHORTLISTED FOR INAUGURAL NIGERIA PRIZE FOR CREATIVE ARTS
Five young Nigerian documentary filmmakers have been shortlisted for the inaugural Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts (NPCA) after a judging process that reduced 98 submissions to five finalists. The shortlisted works are Beyond Tarkwa Bay by Peter Oghenetega-Oke, Mara Mania by Feranmi Abiola, No Food for Lazy Man by Ummi Bukar, Okrika by Abraham Aiwuyuse,…
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CELINE DION, BEYONCÉ, TAYLOR SWIFT PAY TRIBUTE TO DOLLY PARTON
Global music stars Celine Dion, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift have joined millions of fans in mourning legendary country music singer, songwriter and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80. Parton’s family announced her death on Tuesday, prompting tributes from leading figures in music and entertainment. Dion described the late singer as a…
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TINUBU MOURNS VETERAN ACTOR OGOGO, HAILS HIS CULTURAL LEGACY
President Bola Tinubu has condoled with the family, colleagues and admirers of veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, describing his death as a major loss to Nigeria’s creative industry. In a condolence message issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu said Ogogo’s decades-long career made significant contributions to Yoruba-language theatre…
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FANS CELEBRATE FUNKE AKINDELE AS NOLLYWOOD STAR TURNS 49
Fans, colleagues and well-wishers have celebrated veteran Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele as she marks her 49th birthday. Akindele, popularly known as Jenifa, shared a birthday message on her verified Instagram page, expressing gratitude to God for His blessings, guidance and protection throughout her career. She also prayed for good health, long life and…
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AKAY MASON’S ‘FIVE FIGURINES’ SET FOR NOVEMBER 13 CINEMA PREMIERE
Nigerian filmmaker Akay Mason’s latest movie, Five Figurines, will premiere in cinemas nationwide on November 13, 2026. The mystery film, directed and co-produced by Mason and produced by Becca Ashang, is being distributed by Cinemax. The distributor announced the release date on its social media platform. Five Figurines features a star-studded cast including Ini Edo,…
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VETERAN NOLLYWOOD ACTOR TAIWO ‘OGOGO’ HASSAN DIES AT 66
Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66. His family announced his death on Sunday, August 23, 2026, in a statement shared on social media, saying the actor passed away while submitting to the will of Almighty Allah. The family disclosed that Hassan had been…
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FANS CELEBRATE VETERAN COMEDIAN AY MAKUN AT 55
Fans, colleagues and well-wishers have taken to social media to celebrate veteran Nigerian comedian and actor Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, as he marks his 55th birthday on Wednesday. The entertainer announced the milestone on his verified Instagram account, expressing gratitude for his journey, resilience and the experiences that have shaped his career. His…
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FILM INSTITUTE MATRICULATES 233 STUDENTS IN JOS
The Nigerian Film Institute (NFI), Jos, Plateau State, has matriculated 233 students into its Film Production academic programme as part of efforts to develop skilled professionals for Nigeria’s growing creative industry. The NFI, established by the Nigerian Film Corporation in 1995 and affiliated with the University of Jos, provides specialised training for young Nigerians seeking…
