Entertainment

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), often compared to the Oscars, has evolved beyond a simple awards ceremony into an influential platform boosting African cinema’s global visibility. As the 11th edition approaches, the AMVCA continues to highlight African filmmakers’ work, helping to position Africa’s cinematic output as a significant force...

From the world of broadcasting to movie scripts, Babatunde Aderinoye has walked an intriguing path—one that saw him switch dreams of being Nigeria’s top broadcaster for the bright lights of Nollywood. Known for his calm charisma and articulate delivery, Aderinoye has grown a large fan base and earned a place as the...

Singer Flavour and popular pastor Odumeje have showered praises on Davido’s newly released album 5ive, describing it as a “classic” and “spiritual” masterpiece. In a video shared on Instagram, the duo said the album’s title represents “5-Hpower,” which they interpreted as a symbol of high tension and unbeatable quality. “Davido’s...

In a vibrant celebration of creativity and storytelling, RED TV’s latest series, ‘Decoded,’ premiered at the United Bank for Africa (UBA) headquarters. The event brought together the cast, crew, and industry stakeholders to witness the unveiling of the captivating narrative. Ramon Nasir, Head of Media Relations at UBA, welcomed guests, praising RED...

Actress and producer Bimbo Ademoye has expressed her frustration over the unauthorised use of her movie title and poster by some YouTube channels. On her Instagram page, Ademoye revealed that the channels in question had stolen her content, prompting her to take swift action. She vowed to report the offending...

Actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo has denied she’s the mastermind behind the popular anonymous blog Gistlover.  In a podcast interview with Ayo Makun, she questioned the logic of her being the blogger and yet having herself and her daughter dragged on the same platform. Iyabo Ojo revealed that she discovered people close...

Nigerian singer Joseph Akinfenwa aka Joeboy has announced his decision to be the source of positivity for Nigerian youths and his fans across the world. In a recent interview, he said, “I just want to be that source of positivity and that’s my message, that’s my motto – that’s always been for...

Seasoned actor Segun Arinze has revealed his struggles with typecasting in the film industry. In an interview, Arinze expressed his desire to break free from being stereotyped as a “bad boy” and showcase his range as an actor. Arinze emphasised the importance of evolution and growth in his craft, stating that being...

Dieko Afolayan, son of filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, has faced intense online scrutiny over his s3xuality after attending a movie premiere. Social media users questioned his s3xuality and accused him of being influenced by Western culture. Undeterred, the 19-year-old addressed the backlash on Instagram, declaring himself “unapologetically authentic”. He emphasised his ambition,...