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Tems Imitate Seyi Sodimu In New Single "Love Me Jeje"

4 hours ago

Nigerian singer Tems has announced the release of her latest single ”Love me Jeje” an imitation of Seyi Sodimu in 1997. Seyi Sodimu known as Mr. Jeje is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, best known for his hit single "Love Me Jeje". The song made him popular in Nigeria in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The…

Toyin Abraham Speaks On Rivalry In Nollywood, Competition With Funke Akindele

8 hours ago

Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, has reflected on the competitiveness and rivalry among colleagues in the movie industry. She opened up about how she and Funke Akindele were at odds with each other but also acknowledged that they were only in competition because they all wanted success. In a long Instagram post, the award-winning actress urged…

Netflix Report Reveals Record Growth In Q1 Of 2024

8 hours ago

Streaming platform, Netflix has reported a record growth in Q1 of 2024, continuing from where it stopped last Year. In its latest Q1 2024 report, Netflix unveiled impressive figures indicating a significant uptick in revenue growth. This makes it the first time since 2021 that the company has seen double-digit growth. Both gross and operating…

Film Lab Africa pitch: 20 participants receive British Council Film Grants

1 day ago

After a successful 10-week training programme, the British Council Film Lab Africa programme has announced the selection of 20 grant recipients in the short film and microfilms categories for opportunities to get funding for their various film projects. Brenda Fashugba, British Council's Creative Economy Lead, Sub Saharan Africa and Head of Arts Nigeria made the…

Surrogacy Is A Crime In Nigeria - Lawyer Warns

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A Nigerian lawyer, Sunny Ekwuwusi has warned that surrogacy is a crime under Nigerian law. Speaking on Arise TV morning show, the lawyer disclosed that putting the sperm and the egg of a woman into another woman's womb is called “Womb Renting”. The human rights lawyer emphasized that according to the law, it is a…

Music

Sasi Entertainment unveils exciting talent 'Finess'

1 day ago

Sasi Entertainment has taken a significant step forward by signing the talented artist known as Finess, whose real name is Iseoluwa Friday Aruwayo. This move marks a pivotal moment for both the label and the artist, signaling the beginning of a promising outcome for the Nigerian music space. For years, Sasi Entertainment has been quietly…

FESTAC ‘77… Somi And Her Fabric of Courage

3 days ago

The music at the opening day of The Fabric of Courage, Somi’s week-long exhibition of the remarkable archives of the World Black Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC), which held for the second time it occurred, back in 1977, was a marvel to listen to.

Nigerian Idol S9: Change Of Guard As Simi, D’banj, Obi Asika Exit Jury

3 days ago

As the 2024 edition of the music reality competition, Nigerian Idol, premieres tomorrow, ardent followers of the show are already buzzing with excitement and ready to root for their favourite contestants.

Dandizzy And The UGLY Gems From Port Harcourt

13 Apr

For decades, Port Harcourt city has nestled some of Afrobeats’ biggest stars. From Ajebo Hustlers to Omah Lay, Timaya, Burna Boy, Mercy Chinwo and many others, the garden city has become a birthplace of music stars renowned mostly for their unique artistries.

Bullion Records Welcomes GyC with Spectacular Unveiling Event in Lagos

12 Apr

The highly anticipated unveiling ceremony of Fortune Kingsley, a.k.a. GyC , to the Bullion Records took place on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the South East Asia Restaurant, Ikeja, Lagos. The event unfolded with grandeur and excitement, marking a significant milestone in the Nigerian music industry. Esteemed guests, including international music promoter Alhaji Ademola A.J…

Film

Eniola Ajao's 'Ajakaju' Surpasses N200million Mark at Box Office

4 days ago

Eniola Ajao's new movie "Ajakaju" has continued to smash box office records, crossing the N2OOmillion mark less than a month after its release. The indigenous epic film, co-produced by Anthills Studio and distributed by FilmoneNg, has captured the hearts of audiences across Nigeria, crossing the impressive N200 million mark in ticket sales, according to data…

Lights, Camera, Action: Roy Madu's Marinba Productions Redefining Filmmaking

16 Apr

Roy Madu, also known as the Towncrier is a man who loves his crafts so dearly. That is why, he never stops showing his creative side and telling African Stories through the art of filmmaking and making creative sounds. Madu's audacity to challenge norms and present authentic black African narrative in a most relatable manner…

Aneke Twins: Still lighting up Nolly skies

6 Apr

They have been consistent as the ‘eastern stars’. Since they took the decision to venture into acting in 1999, the ever charming and delectable Chidinma and Chidebere Aneke, aka Aneke Twins, have not looked back.