JAPA: Nollywood Actors Who Relocated Abroad for Greener Pastures
The “Japa” wave — Nigeria’s migration trend in search of better opportunities — has swept through every sector, and Nollywood is no exception. Once the[more...]
Category: Entertainment
Nollywood Defies Global Box Office Crisis, Records ₦11.5 Billion
While Hollywood and Bollywood battle falling revenues in a post-pandemic, streaming-driven world, Nollywood is breaking records and building a new model for African cinema. In[more...]
Amazon to Refund $1.5 Billion To Customers in Prime Scam Case Settlement
Amazon.com Inc. has agreed to refund $1.5 billion to customers as part of a $2.5 billion settlement with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over[more...]
7 Reasons Why Nollywood is Flocking to YouTube
Nollywood, Africa’s largest film industry, has always thrived on hustle — fast production cycles, resourceful storytelling, and a direct connection to audiences. Today, that spirit[more...]
Regal Film Festival & Awards 2025: Call for Entries Now Open
The Regal Film Festival and Awards (REFFA) has officially opened its Call for Entries for the 2025 edition of its annual film festival, scheduled to[more...]
Top 10 Nollywood Movie Producers Dominating YouTube in Nigeria
Nigeria’s prolific film industry, Nollywood, has long struggled with structural limitations—limited cinemas, high ticket prices, piracy, and inconsistent internet access. But amid these challenges, a[more...]
6 Key Takeaways From AGN Super App Launch & Nollywood Centre Unveiling in Abuja
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) made a historic leap into the digital age with the official unveiling of its AGN Super App and newly[more...]
A New Era for African Cinema Begins As Desmond Elliot & Queen Blessing Ebigieson Shine at Regal Film Festival Unveiling in Accra
The vibrant city of Accra came alive with glitz and cultural prestige as the Regal Film Festival and Awards (REFFA) was officially unveiled at the[more...]
MultiChoice Nigeria Loses 1.4 Million Subscribers Amidst Repeated DStv Price Hikes
MultiChoice Nigeria, the leading Pay-TV operator in the country, has lost a staggering 1.4 million subscribers over the past two years, largely due to recurring[more...]
CANAL+ and Netflix Expand Strategic Partnership to 24 Francophone African Countries
French media giant CANAL+ and global streaming leader Netflix have expanded their strategic partnership to cover 24 Francophone African countries, marking a major milestone in[more...]
DJs Playing Music Without License Risk 5-Year Jail Term – NCC Warns
The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has issued a stern warning to disc jockeys (DJs) across the country, cautioning that playing music publicly without a valid[more...]
Actors Guild of Nigeria Unveils Mobile App to Digitally Empower Members
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) is set to achieve a major milestone in its digital transformation journey with the official unveiling of its first-ever[more...]
Netflix Hikes Prices Again in Nigeria Amid Soaring Inflation And Weakening Naira
Netflix has once again increased its subscription prices in Nigeria, marking the third price hike in just over a year. As of June 2025, the[more...]
Hollywood Movie Sinners Dominates Nigerian Box Office, Rakes in ₦736M in 6 Weeks
In a stunning box office run, Sinners—a supernatural horror epic directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan—has grossed a whopping ₦736 million from[more...]
7 Things Nigeria’s Entertainment Industry Must Know About AI
The Nigerian entertainment industry—valued at over $7 billion and expanding rapidly—is on the brink of its next big disruption: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Whether in film,[more...]
Step-by-Step Guide On How to Apply And Access Over $100K From Nigeria’s Creative Development Fund
Nigeria’s Federal Government has officially launched Phase 1 of the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF)—a landmark initiative aimed at fueling innovation, generating jobs, and accelerating[more...]
New National Arts Theatre to Generate $25 Billion For Nigeria
The revamped national threatre is estimated to generate $25 billion revenue according to the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Yemi Cardoso Mr.[more...]
Hannatu Musawa Wins Outstanding Innovation in Public Service Award
The Honourable Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has been conferred with the Outstanding Innovation in Public Service Award at the[more...]
#NEO2025: Dr. Shaibu Husseini to Deliver Keynote on ‘Glocalisation’
The 2025 Nollywood Economic Outlook (NEO6.0) is set to be a transformative gathering for Nigeria’s creative industry, with Dr. Shaibu Husseini, Director General and CEO[more...]
KongaFM 103.7 Goes LIVE in Lagos Amid Pump And Pageantry
Lagos has a new powerhouse on the airwaves, and it goes by the name KongaFM 103.7. This disruptive hit music and commerce radio station is[more...]
