Film
24 Mar
The organisers of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) have announced the full list of nominees for the 2025 edition, bringing excitement to Nollywood fans. Uzor Arukwe, popularly known as ‘Odogwu,’ secured a nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Suspicion”, while Omoni Oboli is in the running for Best Supporting Actress…
24 Mar
Veteran Nollywood actor, Prince Jide Kosoko, has stated that not all cases of sex-for-roles in the film industry are instigated by filmmakers. According to him, some women intentionally enter the industry with the mindset of using sexual relationships as a means to achieve fame. Kosoko, who has spent over five decades in the entertainment industry,…
23 Mar
Veteran Yoruba actress, Dupe Jayesimi, has revealed how her marriage of five years ended in pain and how multiple attempts at conception through IVF failed, leaving her without a child at age 60. Jayesimi made the revelation during a podcast chat with actress Abiola Adebayo on her show Talk-to-B on Saturday. “I got married on…
21 Mar
Actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham has hit a new milestone as her latest film, Alakada: Bad and Boujee, grosses ₦500 million at the Nigerian box office. This figure officially places the film as the fifth highest-grossing Nollywood movie of all time. The announcement was made on Tuesday, March 19, 2025, by FilmOne Entertainment, the distribution…
19 Mar
In a recent discussion with Guardian Nigeria, Ayomide E. Aina, a seasoned theatre practitioner, emphasized the profound emotional impact of theatre and its crucial role in fostering empathy. Aina, whose journey began in church drama, spoke passionately about the art form's ability to transcend mere entertainment. "Theatre, at its core, is a reflection of our…
12 Mar
Nollywood epic film “Labake Olododo: The Warrior Lord” ,is set to hit cinemas nationwide on March 28, its producers have said. Ace Nollywood actress and Chief Executive Officer of Fespris Production, announced the release date of the highly anticipated film on her Instagram page, alongside its official trailer. She wrote, “Excited to finally share this…
12 Mar
Nollywood filmmaker and actress Omoni Oboli’s latest movie, “Love In Every Word”, has returned to YouTube after it was removed over a copyright claim. Oboli, in a post on her Instagram page on Wednesday, confirmed that the issue had been resolved and urged fans to keep watching the movie. “Hey besties, thank you for the…
12 Mar
When Omoni Oboli announced her movie Love In Every Word, her fans and, by extension, Nigerians were happy because of the actress’s pedigree and attention to detail in interpreting whatever role she’s given to play in movies. However, it was a surprise movie since it was announced weeks after Valentine’s, unlike other romantic movies, which…
8 Mar
In honour of Women’s Month, what better way to accelerate action towards gender equality than to showcase five must-watch films made for women, by women, that celebrate resilience, creativity, and progress? These inspiring cinematic journeys invite us all to reimagine what it means to be empowered, urging us to champion gender equity in every sphere…
8 Mar
Following a gripping first season, the highly anticipated season 2 of Grind, a movie that centres on social issues is back with more drama, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of success in Lagos’ entertainment scene.
8 Mar
As the world marks International Women’s Day, Moviedom shines the spotlight on Bolanle Austen-Peters, an unstoppable force in the Nigerian film and theatre sector, who embodies the spirit of creativity, innovation, and resilience.
4 Mar
Marvel’s latest superhero blockbuster, "Captain America: Brave New World", is on the verge of making history in Nigeria, closing in on the N300 million mark after just three weeks in cinemas. According to figures from the Nigerian Box Office on Monday, the film raked in an extra N43.9 million between February 28 and March 2,…
Guardian Life
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When chicken meets chips, magic happens. These potato chip chicken strips are juicy on the inside, outrageously crispy on the outside, and totally addictive from the very first bite. See recipe below: Ingredients: 500g chicken breast, cut into strips 2 cups crushed potato chips (salted, barbecue, or sour cream & onion) 1/2 cup all-purpose flour…
1 day ago
Veteran actor Ramsey Nouah has said he is still very much relevant in romantic movie roles and has not been pushed aside by younger Nollywood actors. The 54-year-old film star made this statement on Sunday, April 6, 2025, during a live conversation with content creator Enioluwa Adeoluwa at the premiere of Radio Voice in Lagos.…
1 day ago
Nollywood actor and action star, Sylvester Madu, has denied claims that he sells okrika (second-hand clothes), two years after he was seen in a viral video displaying clothes on the floor in a market. The 50-year-old actor, also known by fans as Shina Rambo, made this clarification during a recent interview with media personality Patience…
1 day ago
Ismail Temilade Babalola, known professionally as Teddy Temz, is an Afrobeats artist originally from Lagos, Nigeria, now making waves in the United States from his base in Maryland. With a sound deeply rooted in the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats, Teddy Temz brings a fresh perspective to the genre, infusing it with elements of R&B, pop,…
1 day ago
The European Commission is to discuss with the European Union (EU) member states and its international partners the level of the implementation of sanctions against Russia and Belarus on April 8. “Tomorrow, April 8, Commissioner for Financial Services and the Savings and Investments Union, Maria Luis Albuquerque, will chair the seventh meeting of the High-Level…
Music
2 days ago
Singer-songwriter Sute Iwar has long been a pioneer in Nigeria’s alternative scene. With a unique fusion of Hip Hop, Soul, Funk and R&B, his latest compilation release, The Gift, marks a reintroduction of his craft—a musical remedy for the everyday struggles of Nigerian youth. Sute Iwar has cut his teeth in the Nigerian alternative scene…
2 days ago
Nollywood actress and businesswoman, Lizzy Anjorin-Lawal, has said she is "holier and more impactful" than gospel singer Tope Alabi, after the singer refused to perform at a surprise birthday party organised in her honour. The drama started on Friday, April 4, 2025, when Lizzy’s fans, in collaboration with her husband, Lateef Lawal, invited Tope…
3 Apr
Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has revealed that he dissed President Bola Tinubu in one of his songs out of loyalty to Peter Obi. He said he took the step during the 2023 election period because he believed in Obi’s vision and wanted to show full support for the Labour Party candidate.…
3 Apr
Since the 1960s, Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey has remained one of Nigeria’s most respected and influential musicians. His music, a perfect blend of rhythm, wisdom, and culture, has stood the test of time, earning him a place among the greats. As the juju maestro turns 83, today, April 3, here are ten classic songs that…
3 Apr
Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Gbubemi Ojogwu, better known as Odumodublvck, has publicly asked the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to return the support he once gave him during the 2023 general elections. The Abuja-born artiste made the call on Thursday, April 3, via his official X handle. According to him, he supported Obi “with…
Film
1 day ago
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) security apparatus and assets are currently on red alert following planned protests by some aggrieved youth
3 days ago
There were no dry eyes in the room when Joel Kachi Benson’s film, Mothers of Chibok, a story on the mothers of the school girls from Chibok, Borno State, who were abducted by Boko Haram insurgents on April 14, 2014,
4 days ago
Nigerian content creator, Ijoba Lande, has begged for mercy after accusing filmmaker Funke Akindele of underpaying him. In a new video trending on social media, Lande said he never meant to damage Akindele’s image and blamed the backlash on a misleading, edited version of his earlier video. “Please help me. Don’t let me end up…
2 Apr
Imagine walking into a place that seems like a safe haven, only to discover it's a trap. That’s the chilling reality in Baby Farm, a gripping new series that dives deep into the dark world of baby trafficking in Nigeria. This heartbreaking issue has been around for years, with “baby factories” posing as orphanages or…
31 Mar
Actress and reality star, Annie Macaulay, formerly known as Annie Idibia, has made her first public appearance since music legend Innocent Ujah Idibia, aka 2Baba, announced their separation. The outing, which surfaced in a video on Instagram on Monday, March 31, shows Annie in high spirits, chatting and laughing with close friends , including actress…