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Peggy Ovire, Teniola Aladese, Jide Kosoko, Patrick Doyle and Ayo Adesanya star in Madam President as Episode One premieres on YouTube

The highly anticipated political drama Madam President officially premieres its first episode on ChudeFilms on YouTube, following widespread excitement generated by its official trailer. Inspired by true-life events, the three-part series marks the first scripted project executive produced by media entrepreneur and host of the viral talk show #WithChude, Chude Jideonwo. Announcing the premiere, Jideonwo wrote, “The story begins... Read More

film, madam president, series, youtube

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | World Bank Says 79% of Nigerians Remain Poor or Vulnerable

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | World Bank Says 79% of Nigerians Remain Poor or Vulnerable

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. World Bank says 79% of Nigerians remain poor or vulnerable Nearly three years after major economic reforms, about 79% of Nigerians remain poor or at risk of falling into poverty, according to new World Bank... Read More

entertainment, falz, film, information, Media, News, Nigerian News, Politics, World Bank

8 Times Nigerian Artists Have Featured In Nollywood Films

8 Times Nigerian Artists Have Featured In Nollywood Films

Nigerian artists have built a reputation for crossing over into the Nollywood film industry, and although these roles are sometimes minor and often used as a shock factor, in other cases, these artists are the main or secondary characters who go on to wow us with their acting skills. In this article, we list 8... Read More

culture, entertainment, film, music meets film, Nigerian artists, nollywood

Top 5 Stories of the Day | Ibrahim Chatta Says Insecurity Is Hurting Epic Film Production as Actors Refuse To Come To Oyo

Top 5 Stories of the Day | Ibrahim Chatta Says Insecurity Is Hurting Epic Film Production as Actors Refuse To Come To Oyo

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Ibrahim Chatta says insecurity is hurting epic film production as actors refuse to come to Oyo Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta has said that rising insecurity in Nigeria is discouraging filmmakers and actors from participating in... Read More

celebrities, entertainment, film, France, information, Media, Morocco, world cup

Remembering The Nollywood Actors Who Died In 2026

Remembering The Nollywood Actors Who Died In 2026

2026 has been a sad year in Nollywood, as the industry has had to say goodbye to talented actors who have been lost to death. From Alexx Ekubo and Oby Kechere, amongst others, Nollywood has lost veteran actors who have been in the industry for years. In this article, we highlight the losses that have... Read More

deceased actors, film, Media, nollywood, nostalgia, remembrance

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Deyemi Okanlawon Reveals Why He Quit Acting in 2019

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Deyemi Okanlawon Reveals Why He Quit Acting in 2019

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Deyemi Okanlawon Reveals Why He Quit Acting in 2019 Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has revealed that he briefly quit acting in 2019 because he was unhappy with the quality of roles and the low pay.... Read More

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Akinola Davies Jr. has been invited to join the Academy. What does this mean for Nollywood?

Akinola Davies Jr. has been invited to join the Academy. What does this mean for Nollywood?

British-Nigerian filmmaker and one of the brains behind the 2026 most awarded AMVCA film “My Father’s Shadow” has been invited to join the Academy, joining a list of talented Nigerian filmmakers and actors on the list. Talented actors Sopé Dìrísù and Akinola Davis Jr. were the only two Nigerians invited to the academy this year,... Read More

Academy awards, entertainment, film, nollywood

10 Nollywood TV Series You Can Binge-Watch Before The Month Is Over

10 Nollywood TV Series You Can Binge-Watch Before The Month Is Over

Before the month ends, there are exciting Nollywood TV series to binge-watch, from romance to thrillers, dramas, and more; there is something for whatever genre you enjoy. This series revolves around the political power struggles of a businesswoman whose lust for power causes unbridled chaos. The series stars Sola Sobowale, Toni Tones, Nse Ikpe Etim,... Read More

bingewatch, film, nollywood, series, TV series, tv Shows

The Polygamist: Why Can’t Nigerians Boycott the South African TV Series?

The Polygamist: Why Can’t Nigerians Boycott the South African TV Series?

The newly released South African series “The Polygamist” is now number 1 on Netflix Nigeria, even amid growing tensions between the two countries, fueled by xenophobia displayed by South Africans. While many, including Afrobeat superstar Davido, can’t seem to get enough of the show, many Nigerians are using the series to highlight Nigerians’ refusal to... Read More

Africans, entertainment, film, netflix, series, Solidarity, south africa, Xenophobia

Nollywood Films With LGBTQ+ Characters

7 Nollywood Films With LGBTQ+ Characters

Nollywood’s infusion of queer characters into Nigerian films has gradually grown over the years, from supporting or antagonist roles to main roles. The stories have slowly become more nuanced, with realistic portrayals of queer roles. In this article, we list 7 Nollywood films with LGBTQ+ characters. A couple going through marital troubles rife with domestic... Read More

film, nollywood, pride month

Blood Sisters 2: Is Nigeria Ready to Accept Sex Scenes in Nollywood, or Are They Only Acceptable in Hollywood?

Blood Sisters 2: Is Nigeria Ready to Accept Sex Scenes in Nollywood, or Are They Only Acceptable in Hollywood?

Beloved Netflix miniseries “Blood Sisters” released season 2 of the series on the 5th of June. Since its release, there have been conversations on controversial and exciting scenes in the series, but the one that has piqued the most interest has been the conversation on the sex scenes in the series, and the reactions have... Read More

Blood Sisters, blood sisters sex scene, film, nollywood, season 2, series, sex scenes, trending, TV series

Who Are The OG’s Of YouTube Nollywood?

Who Are The OG’s Of YouTube Nollywood?

Nollywood YouTube has started gaining prominence now and has become one of the most popular streaming platforms in the country, but before its prominence, there were YouTube filmmakers who set the pace. Names like Uche Mbubano and Ruth Kadiri, among others, set the stage for how YouTube is seen today. In this article, we list... Read More

entertainment, film, nollywood, OG youtube nollywood, youtube

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (June 5th - June 7th)

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (June 5th – June 7th)

This weekend in Lagos is filled with fun events, from raves and movie raves to game nights and playgrounds for adults. There is something for everyone this weekend. Party the night away at the Element House, one of the biggest events to hold in Lagos. It will be happening on June 5th at Queens Park... Read More

entertainment, film, Lagos lifestyle, lifestyle, nightlife, parties, Stage plays, Weekend events

Here Is How These 5 Nigerian Content Creators Crossed Into Film, Music or Fashion Without Losing Their Audience

Here Is How These 5 Nigerian Content Creators Crossed Into Film, Music or Fashion Without Losing Their Audience

The content creation industry has slowly become a pipeline for creatives to enter the industries of their choice, be it fashion, music, or film. These creators start out their careers as social media influencers, which helps them build an audience and eventually catapults them into a bigger scene. However, while it is incredible that they... Read More

content creation, entertainment, fashion, film, nollywood

Nollywood Movies and Series Coming Out This June 2026

Nollywood Movies and Series Coming Out This June 2026

Nollywood has a great selection of movies and series coming out this June to keep viewers glued to their TV screens. Exploring all genres from comedy to action to romance and even thrillers. These are some of the movies and series you should look out for this June. The award-winning film is making its way... Read More

entertainment, film, film industry, films in june, Nigerian films, nollywood

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | “Call of My Life” Nears ₦500m, Becoming Nollywood’s Biggest Film of 2026

What Do The Streets Think About “Call Of My Life”?

Over a week ago, a Nollywood rom-com directed by Dammy Twitch was released in cinemas, and the reactions to it have been both exciting and shocking to witness. Although the reactions have been largely positive, a few questions have been raised by people who watched the film. The largest commentary, however, has been, “Nollywood needs... Read More

Call of my life, Dammy Twitch, entertainment, film, nollywood

7 Nollywood Directors Whose Next Film You Should Already Be Anticipating

7 Nollywood Directors Whose Next Film You Should Already Be Anticipating

The Nollywood industry has several big names who, year in and year out, put out films that keep us entertained and glued to our screens. From romance to thrillers, epic films, and even comedy, these Nollywood directors have made some of the biggest films out of Nigeria, and you should be anticipating their next films.... Read More

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Film Lab Africa 2: The UK Funds Nigerian TV While NTA Sleeps

The British Council launched Film Lab Africa 2 in May 2026. The accelerator program targets Nigerian writers, producers, and directors between the ages of 18 and 35. It offers episodic writing training, a physical residency, pilot production funding, and direct industry showcase events. Mo Abudu’s EbonyLife provides mentorship and co-production pathways. A UK government organisation... Read More

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Afrobeats Meets the World in the 2026 World Cup as ‘Dai Dai’ May Be This Decade’s ‘Waka Waka’

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 2026 World Cup Visa Rules Raise Questions for Nigerian Fans

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. 2026 World Cup visa rules raise questions for Nigerian fans The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the biggest in the tournament’s history, with 48 countries set to compete across the United States, Canada, and... Read More

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AMVCA Fashion: Are the Outfits Only Presentable in Photoshoots, Not on the Red Carpet?

YNaija’s Best Dressed Celebrities At The 2026 AMVCA

The 2026 AMVCA happened over the weekend, and we saw several looks that had us at the edge of our seats for more. From big-name designers to designers who have only started coming up in recent years, there was an abundance of artistic expression on the red carpet. In this article, we list our top... Read More

AMVCA, AMVCA fashion, events, fashion, film, nollywood

The AMVCA Red Carpet Is Where Nollywood Tells the World What It Thinks of Itself. This Year's Said Something Worth Examining.

The AMVCA Red Carpet Is Where Nollywood Tells the World What It Thinks of Itself. This Year’s Said Something Worth Examining.

Queen Mercy Atang walked into the Eko Hotel convention centre on May 9 wearing a gold gown shaped like a bread pyramid. She carried a literal pot of beans as an accessory. Eniola Ajao arrived in a yellow dress constructed entirely from inflated balloons. A few feet away, actors like Osas Ighodaro and Mercy Eke... Read More

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Kemi-Adetiba

Kemi Adetiba Directed the Most Nominated Series at the AMVCA. She Was Not Nominated for Best Director. That Evokes Curiosity.

To Kill A Monkey secured eight nominations ahead of the May 9 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. The series dominated the technical and acting categories, earning the third-highest nomination total of the 12th edition. The recognition raises an interesting question about the voting mechanics. Kemi Adetiba received no nomination for Best Director. Stella Damasus received... Read More

AMVCA 2026: Who Will Go Home With the Best Movie Award?

AMVCA 2026: Who Will Go Home With the Best Movie Award?

The 2026 AMVCA is two days away, and with heavy hitters nominated in each category, we are excited to find out who will take home the win for the “Best Movie Award.” The nominees list for the Best Movie Award for this year’s AMVCA is filled with some of our favorite films in recent years,... Read More

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Africa Film Fund

A Billion Dollars Just Entered the African Film Ecosystem. You Probably Can’t Access It.

Over $1 billion is entering the African film ecosystem. Afreximbank launched the Africa Film Fund, capitalised at $1 billion and managed through its private equity arm, FEDA. Next Narrative Africa and HEVA Fund jointly deployed a $40 million financing vehicle. Industry press releases project massive opportunities for local creators. But a close reading of the... Read More

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Are You a Cinephile If You Haven’t Watched These 10 Nigerian Films?

Are You a Cinephile If You Haven’t Watched These 10 Nigerian Films?

Many of us say we are cinephiles, but are you really one if you haven’t seen some of the films that Nigerian directors have put out over the past 3 decades? Nollywood releases great films with an exceptional cast almost every year, and if you haven’t seen the 10 on this list, have you really... Read More

Cinema, cinephile, film, films, netflix, Nigerian films, Prime Video, series, Showmax, youtube

10 Nollywood Films From The 1990s That We Can’t Stop Thinking About

10 Nollywood Films From The 1990s That We Can’t Stop Thinking About

Nollywood has seen significant growth over the last two decades, but before that, the industry churned out some of the greatest Nigerian films in the 1990s. Some of these films we have not been able to stop thinking about. Which of these films have you seen? Which would you add to your list? ‘Living In... Read More

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The Michael Jackson Biopic Made $217 Million in a Weekend. African Music Has the Stories. It Doesn't Have the Studios.

The Michael Jackson Biopic Made $217 Million in a Weekend. African Music Has the Stories. It Doesn’t Have the Studios.

The box office receipts for Lionsgate’s Michael arrived in late April, and the numbers looked like a world tour. The Antoine Fuqua-directed film pulled $217 million globally in its debut weekend. Jaafar Jackson played his uncle while Universal Pictures and Lionsgate handled the distribution. Fans dressed up and treated the cinema like a concert venue.... Read More

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Mildred Okwo and Canal+ Just Showed Us Who Really Decides Nollywood’s Biggest Night

Mildred Okwo and Canal+ Just Showed Us Who Really Decides Nollywood’s Biggest Night

Filmmaker Mildred Okwo wrote on X on Monday that she expects this year’s AMVCA to be the last one. In a follow-up post, she said owners chasing quick returns wouldn’t keep bankrolling expensive shows that took years to pay back. The new owners are Canal+, the French conglomerate that took control of MultiChoice in September... Read More

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10 Nollywood Actors and Actresses We Want to See in a Drama Film

10 Nollywood Actors and Actresses We Want to See in a Drama Film

Nollywood has never had a talent problem; what it sometimes has is a casting problem: the wrong actors in the wrong roles, or the right actors in films that do not ask nearly enough of them. Some of the best performers in Nigerian cinema are sitting in comedies and action films when what they really... Read More

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Nollywood Just Found a Third Way to Fund a Film

Nigerian cinemas opened Friday to The Other Side of the Bridge, a boxing drama directed by Fiyin Gambo and produced by Demi Banwo and Tolu “Lord Tanner” Awobiyi. Four years in development, with Banwo and Tobi Bakre as fighters from opposite sides of Lagos, it lands in a loaded April slate as the first major Nollywood sports... Read More

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