Film
13 Feb
West Africa will make history with an exclusive early cinema release of ‘The Chosen: Last Supper’ (Season 5) on Friday, April 4, 2025, six
11 Feb
Residents of Sobi Poly Feeder at Oke-Fomo in Ilorin West Local Government Area (LGA), which comprise 44 communities, on Tuesday staged
10 Feb
Before we dive in, please note this review contains spoilers. Bukola Ogunsola delivers a family drama that exposes the struggles of marriage, the burden of family expectations, and the secrets that refuse to stay buried. Director: Bukola Ogunsola Cast: Daniel Etim Effiong, Ariyiike Dimples, Stan Nze, Rita Dominic, Iyabo Ojo, Bukky Wright, Kalu Ikeagwu, Elma…
8 Feb
The director of the film, an actor, playwright, director of stage plays, films and curator of visual arts, Awam Amkpa is a Nigerian-American professor of drama, film, and social and cultural analysis at the New York University in New York and Abu Dhabi.
8 Feb
It was the accomplished filmmaker and member of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Femi Odugbemi, who first broke the cheery news on his social media handles. The news was that The Man Died, the film that takes audiences through Wole Soyinka
6 Feb
The Nollywood film industry is in mourning following the passing of veteran actor and esteemed university lecturer
6 Feb
Disney reported higher quarterly profits Wednesday, posting increased revenues in its streaming business as it eyes a rollout of a key ESPN product later this year. The entertainment giant, which has raised subscription prices on streaming, pointed to the success of "Moana 2" and other box office hits as a revenue driver, while income from…
6 Feb
Former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has returned to Nollywood with a brand-new movie, ‘Hatred’. The film, which she produced, marks her official comeback to the industry after her time in politics. Kennedy-Ohanenye, who was appointed as a minister by President Bola Tinubu on August 21, 2023, was relieved of her duties on October…
6 Feb
Rarely has a film fallen from favour so quickly: after gaining a record number of Oscar nominations for a foreign-language movie, narco-musical "Emilia Perez" has become embroiled in scandal linked to past social media posts by star Karla Sofia Gascon. Gascon, the first transgender woman Oscar nominee for best actress, has seen her path to…
5 Feb
Nollywood’s new family drama, Something About the Briggs, has kicked off at the box office with ₦22.5 million in its first weekend, making it the second highest-earning film within that period. The movie, which tells the story of a wealthy but troubled family, is already drawing cinema lovers in large numbers. The film hit cinemas…
30 Jan
Nollywood stars Toyin Abraham, Iyabo Ojo, and Muyiwa Ademola have announced the release dates for their latest films, ‘Iyalode’, ‘Labake Olododo’, and ‘Ori, respectively. The filmmakers revealed that ‘Iyalode’ will hit cinemas on June 6, 2025, ‘Labake Olododo’ is set for March 28, 2025, while ‘Ori’ will be released on May 1, 2024. The trio…
30 Jan
Nigerian film distribution and production company, FilmOne Entertainment, has unveiled a lineup of Nollywood and Hollywood movies set to hit cinemas in early 2025. The announcement was made at the FilmOne Exhibitors Showcase in Lagos on Wednesday under the theme ‘Lights On, Curtain Up: Unveiling the New’. The event, attended by Nollywood stars including Toyin…
Guardian Life
2 hours ago
Troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, in a major breakthrough in the fight against oil theft have arrested 16 suspected oil thieves and confiscated over 24,000 litres of stolen products in a series of operations conducted from February 24 to March 2, 2025. The operations, which were carried out in collaboration with other agencies, resulted…
3 hours ago
Any attempt to reclassify electricity consumers by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) will be resisted, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said. The National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has also rejected the planned reclassification. Acting General Secretary of NUEE, Dominic Igwebike, stated this in a statement issued on Sunday, saying the migration of…
4 hours ago
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed displeasure with the directives by the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano and Kebbi states mandating the closure of all public and private schools for up to five weeks to observe the Ramadan fast, effective from late February to early April 2025. In a statement on Sunday, CAN…
9 hours ago
Learn to use your Greek yoghurt like a pro with these simple, delicious ideas. Parfait Layer Greek yoghurt with chia seeds, granola, raisins, nuts, and fresh or frozen fruits like berries, apples, or bananas for a delightful, nutritious parfait. Salad Create a flavourful dressing by blending plain Greek yoghurt with fresh herbs, lemon juice, garlic,…
9 hours ago
Learn to make creamy, homemade Greek yoghurt—a versatile base for tangy dips, refreshing smoothies, parfaits, and desserts that add a delicious twist to everyday meals. INGREDIENTS 1 cup powdered milk 1½ cups water 1 fresh lemon 5 cups full cream milk Sweetener (optional) Other tools Cheesecloth Wooden spoon Bowl Sieve INSTRUCTIONS READ ALSO: Long-term yoghurt…
Music
10 hours ago
John Legend’s return to Lagos at Global Citizen’s Move Afrika concert was a dazzling display of musical brilliance and heartfelt connection, uniting fans and dignitaries alike with nostalgia, electrifying performances, and unexpected duets. “Lagos, I am so excited to be back. It’s been too long; I missed you all,” John Legend said as he opened…
3 days ago
Nigerian music stars Rema, Mercy Chinwo, and D’banj made the country proud as they dominated the winners' list at the prestigious 2025 Trace Awards. The award ceremony, which took place at the stunning Mora Resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania, on Wednesday, February 26, celebrated African and global music excellence. READ ALSO: Matt B beats Tems,…
4 days ago
American pop star, Taylor Swift, has made history as the first female artiste to hit 100 billion streams on Spotify. The streaming platform confirmed the milestone after a review of her account, showing that the award-winning singer had surpassed the mark. Music data platform, Chart Masters, also ranked Swift as the second highest earner on…
4 days ago
Nigerian singer Azeez Fashola, aka Naira Marley, has spoken out after a Yaba Magistrate Court cleared him and others of any wrongdoing in the death of Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly called Mohbad. In a heartfelt message shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, Marley expressed deep frustration over how he was accused of involvement in Mohbad’s…
4 days ago
Following the lack of critical infrastructure at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the immediate construction of male and female hostels, a health centre, administrative blocks, among others. The governor acknowledged that immediate intervention at the university was necessary to improve the learning standard. Governor Fubara vowed…
Film
1 day ago
As March rolls in, cinema lovers have plenty to look forward to with a fresh lineup of exciting movies hitting the big screen this month. Whether you love sci-fi, crime thrillers, fairytales, or epic adventures, there’s something special waiting for you at the box office. 1. MICKEY 17 March 7 Sci-fi fans are in for…
4 days ago
A historian and cultural expert, Dr Oludamola Adebowale, has urged Nigerian filmmakers to prioritize qualitative research in historical movies and biopics. He said many productions lack depth and historical accuracy. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Guardian Life, Oludamola noted that while Nigerian filmmakers have made progress in storytelling, many rely on Google and Wikipedia…
25 Feb
Fitofilifilms, in collaboration with the 7eventh studio, is set to release the highly anticipated epic historical thriller, The Masked King, in cinemas nationwide on Friday, March 28, 2025, with an exclusive star-studded premiere coming up on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Distributed by Genesis Pictures, this gripping film is a story of betrayal, sacrifice, mystery, deception,…
24 Feb
Marvel Studios' Captain America: Brave New World continues its record-breaking streak in Nigerian cinemas, amassing ₦226.8 million in two weeks. According to the latest figures from the Nigeria Box Office for the weekend of February 21st to 23rd, the blockbuster remains the biggest film in the country, raking in ₦57.2 million over the weekend. This…