Nollywood actress, Dakore Egbuson Akande has taken legal action against Gistlover blog over unfounded accusations of being Godswill Akpabio’s side chic. New Telegraph reports that Dakore was mentioned among some of her colleagues as being a side chic to the…
‘Visa on Arrival’: What happens when we taste power
I didn’t just happen upon the comedy show, Visa on Arrival. My sister introduced it to me one day as I was aimlessly flipping through TV channels, feeling quite bored. She commandeered the remote and declared, “You’ll enjoy this comedy…
Fans mourn as Nollywood actress, Stella Ikwuegbu, dies
Fans are mourning the demise of veteran Nollywood actress, Stella Ikwuegbu, who passed away Sunday night. The tragic news of her death was disclosed by movie producer, Stanley Ontop, on his official Instagram page. According to him, Ikwuegbu died after…
Wedlock is not wait-and-take comedy — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
Wedlock ought to be serious business of very serious people who ought to be serious for a very long time. The pity is that Nigerian marriages have been turned into a very unserious matter like the jokes of slapstick comedians. …
Another tragedy hits Nollywood as Mr Ibu dies of cardiac arrest
Less than 24 hours after the death of actor, Sisi Quadri, Nollywood has been thrown into mourning again following the death of actor John Okafor, fondly known as Mr Ibu. He passed away at the age of 62 after a…
Badagry group lauds Tinubu on appointments in film industry
The Badagry International Film, Cultural, Sports Festival (BIFIF) on Saturday, commended President Bola Tinubu over his recent appointments in the Film Industry. Mr Viyon Awhanse, Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the festival in a statement in Lagos, said…
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…
Funke Akindele’s “A Tribe Called Judah” hits N1b at box office
Funke Akindele has broken the record of being the first Nigerian to hit one billion naira gross in the box office with her blockbuster movie, A Tribe Called Judah. The Nollywood actress and filmmaker’s movie is the fastest movie to…
How I survived depression in my marriage — Emeka Ike
Emeka Ike, the seasoned Nollywood actor, recently bared his soul in an exclusive interview on the Rubbin’ Minds show with host Hero Daniels. The actor, known for his candidness, delved into a challenging period marked by battles with depression, marital…
Frank Nweke II unveils bold vision for Southeast’s creative economy at Eastern Nigeria International Film Festival
In a groundbreaking keynote address at the ongoing Eastern Nigeria International Film Festival (ENIFF) Frank Nweke II outlined a compelling vision for the Southeast’s creative economy, positioning it as a pivotal force for regional and national development. The former minister…
