Nollywood actress, Adejumoke Aderounmu, popularly known for her role as “Esther” in Funke Akindele’s popular TV series Jenifa’s Diary, is dead. Aderounmu’s death was confirmed by her brother, Adeola Aderounmu, in a cryptic post on Instagram captioned, “You are in…
Reps member, Makinde lays foundation for movie village in Ondo
In a bid to support the entertainment industry and boost the economy of Ondo State, a lawmaker representing Ondo East/West federal constituency, Mr Abiola Makinde, has laid the foundation for the establishment of Ekiwood Movie Village in Ondo. Speaking during…
Sanwo-Olu celebrates Jide Kosoko at 70
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, extends warm congratulations to Nollywood’s venerable actor, Prince Jide Kosoko, as he turns 70. In a statement released by Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu hails Kosoko as a living legend within…
The Oscars make a number of firsts in its 2019 nominations (WPost)
In recent years, the Oscars have been accused of taking an overly narrow view of what constitutes a best picture, prioritising a certain kind of art-house film above all others. Not anymore. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences,…
