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Samuel Alawode Unites Nigeria, Ghana and Benin in Cinema with “Accroché”

October 26, 2024

Samuel Alawode Unites Nigeria, Ghana and Benin in Cinema with “Accroché”

Nigerian filmmaker Samuel Alawode has United three West-African countries, Nigeria, Ghana and Benin, in cinema with his debut movie “Accroché”. The movie is a collaboration that cuts across the three countries and will debut at the Abuja International Film Festival on October 29. “Accroché” was filmed in Badagry (Lagos, Nigeria), Cotonou (Benin Republic), Ghana, and... Read More

Benin Republic, film, Ghana, nigeria, nollywood, Samuel Alawode

Weekend Watchlist

October 25, 2024

The Weekend Watchlist | Movies/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. Our mantra is... Read More

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Tosin Igho Releases Trailer of New Film “Suspicion” Starring Stan Nze, Coming Out November 28th

October 22, 2024

Tosin Igho Releases Trailer of New Film “Suspicion” Coming to Prime Video on November 28th

Nollywood filmmaker Tosin Igho has released a short trailer of his upcoming film “Suspicion”, an action-packed thriller set for release on November 28 on Prime Video. Tosin, the director, promised the audience that his new movie would be one for history as the film would keep everyone watching at the edge of their seats. “We’re... Read More

film, nollywood, Prime Video, suspicion, Tosin Igho

Weekend Watchlist

October 18, 2024

The Weekend Watchlist | Movies/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. Our mantra is... Read More

Bollywood, Cinema, film, Hollywood, nollywood, Prime Video, series, tv Shows

The Uprising: Wives on Strike

October 16, 2024

Gaze Upon the Nollywood Celebrities at the Premiere of “The Uprising: Wives on Strike”

The premiere of Omoni Oboli’s new sequel to her “Wives on Strike” film can only be described as ethereal and jaw-breaking as the Nollywood actors, filmmakers and influencers all found themselves at the event. Dressed to impress, slay and shake the fashion industry’s core, we have highlighted some of the best outfits worn at the... Read More

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Kunle Afolayan’s New Film “Recall” Set to Premiere at AFRIFF

October 15, 2024

Kunle Afolayan’s New Film “Recall” Set to Premiere at AFRIFF

One of Nollywood’s greatest filmmakers and directors, Kunle Afolayan, has announced that his new movie “Recall” will premiere at this year’s Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) on November 7, 2024. “Recall” is a psychological drama set in the bustling Lagos State. It echoes the tale of a couple, Goke and Anita, who appear to have... Read More

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Seun Richards Releases Official Trailer of New Feature Film “At Ease”

October 14, 2024

Seun Richards Releases Official Trailer of New Feature Film “At Ease”

Nollywood filmmaker Seun Richards has released the official trailer of his upcoming feature film “At Ease,” coming to Prime Video on October 16. The film promises to be an emotional journey of healing and redemption. The movie is set to test the audience’s strength in the face of hardship as the audience witnesses the characters... Read More

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Victor Ugoo Njoku and Neec Nonso Direct Documentary “This is Love” on Nigerian LGBTQ+ Couples

October 12, 2024

Victor Ugoo Njoku and Neec Nonso Direct Documentary “This is Love” on Nigerian LGBTQ+ Couples

Nollywood filmmakers Victor Ugoo Njoku and Neec Nonso have chosen to tell a hushed story by shining light on three queer couples living in Nigeria. The documentary titled “This is Love” is directed by Victor Ugoo Njoku and Neec Nonso and will go into the secret lives of Nigerian same-sex couples despite the country criminalising... Read More

Documentary, film, LGBTQ+, nollywood, This is Love

Ini Edo and Chidi Mokeme Star in “Ekpebiwo M” Coming to Cinemas on November 8

October 8, 2024

Ini Edo and Chidi Mokeme Star in “Ekpebiwo M” Coming to Cinemas on November 8

Nollywood actors Ini Edo and Chidi Mokeme have been cast in the new epic film “Ekpebiwo M” directed by Mathew Ajaylls and produced by Jane John-Nwankwo, Ph.D. The film will explore the themes of faith, family, sacrifice, community, and love as it is set in pre-colonial Eastern Nigeria. “Ekpebiwo M” will tell the story of... Read More

cinemas, Ekpebiwo M, film, movies, nollywood

October 4, 2024

The Weekend Watchlist | Movies/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. Our mantra is... Read More

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Nollywood Movies To Revive Your Patriotism On Independence Day

October 1, 2024

Nollywood Movies To Revive Your Patriotism On Independence Day

Today, Tuesday, 1 October, marks Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day anniversary, reminding Nigerians of the battles they fought before retrieving their freedom from the British colonialists. In honour of Nigeria’s Independence Day, here are some Nollywood movies about how Nigeria struggled to gain her independence, told in great detail with well-casted actors who portrayed their emotions... Read More

civil war, classic, film, Independence Day, nigeria, nollywood

September 27, 2024

The Weekend Watchlist | Movies/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. Our mantra is... Read More

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Netflix Shares Images From Upcoming Film “Hijack ‘93,” Starring Nancy Isime and Efa Iwara

September 26, 2024

Netflix Shares Images From Upcoming Film “Hijack ‘93,” Starring Nancy Isime and Efa Iwara

Netflix has released stills from its upcoming Nollywood film titled “Hijack ‘93,” the retelling of the October 1993 plane hijack incident in Nigeria. Charles Okpeleke, a Nigerian filmmaker whose dream is to retell Nigerian stories in the modern world, has chosen to partner with Netflix in retelling the incident of the 1993 airplane hijack that... Read More

film, Hijack '93, netflix, nollywood

Editi Effiong Set To Direct New Sports Film “Backline” Inspired By True Events

September 25, 2024

Editi Effiong Set To Direct New Sports Film “Backline” Inspired By True Events

Nollywood actor Editi Effiong, the director of the smash hit films, “The Black Box,” “Up North,” and more, has taken the reins once again for his new sports drama film “Backline,” inspired by current events in the NFL. Titled “Backline,” the film’s production is set to begin in 2025 and will tell the story of... Read More

Backline, Editi Effiong, film, nollywood

Meet The Cast of Jerry Ossai’s New Film “3 Working Days,” Coming Out October 18

September 24, 2024

Meet The Cast of Jerry Ossai’s New Film “3 Working Days,” Coming Out October 18

Nollywood filmmaker Jerry Ossai released the long-awaited cast list for his new film “3 Working Days” on October 18th. Celebrating fathers and the love a father develops for his children, Jerry Ossai dives into this film with a story about a father who makes the ultimate sacrifice for his son. “3 Working Days” is directed... Read More

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MultiChoice’s First Film in Planned Trilogy “My Fairytale Wedding” Set for Release on Africa Magic

September 23, 2024

Ini Edo Sets October 20th as Release Date for New Series “My Fairytale Wedding” Coming to Africa Magic

Nollywood veteran actress Ini Edo has set the release date of her upcoming series “My Fairytale Wedding” coming to Africa Magic on October 20. The limited series will feature multiple A-list actors such as Ini Edo, Ramsey Nouah, Carolyna Hutchings, Tina Mba, Binta Ayo Mogaji, Lilian Esoro, Daniel Etim Effiong, Kanayo O Kanayo, and more.... Read More

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MultiChoice’s First Film in Planned Trilogy “My Fairytale Wedding” Set for Release on Africa Magic

September 18, 2024

MultiChoice’s First Film in Planned Trilogy “My Fairytale Wedding” Set for Release on Africa Magic

A Nollywood trilogy film starting with its first release, “My Fairytale Wedding,” is heading to Africa Magic this 2024. Directed by Dimeji Ajibola and produced by Chichi Nworah, “My Fairytale Wedding” will tell the story of a 29-year-old spinster desperate for love and a family of her own making. She soon turns to kayanmata (a... Read More

africa magic, film, Multichoice, nollywood

September 16, 2024

Basketmouth Announces Debut Feature Film “A Ghetto Love Story” Coming To Cinemas November 2024

Nigerian comedian and actor Bright Okpocha, also known as ‘Basketmouth,’ has announced the release of his new feature film with a TV Host, MizVick, in “A Ghetto Love Story,” coming to cinemas this November 2024. According to Basketmouth, the movie is based on a true-life event that will evoke so many emotions from its audience... Read More

Basketmouth, Feature film, film, movie, nollywood

Ted Abudu Revealed New Film “A Night in 2005” Set for Release in Cinemas on October 11

September 14, 2024

Ted Abudu Reveals New Film “A Night in 2005” Set for Release in Cinemas on October 11

Nigerian filmmaker Ted Abudu has announced that his debut feature film, “A Night in 2005,” will be released in Nigerian cinemas nationwide on October 11. The film will star several A-list Nollywood actors, namely Ini-Dima Okojie, Demi Banwo, Efa Iwara, Uzoamaka Aniunoh, Susan Pwajok, Teniola Aladese, Shamz Garuba, and Bimbo Akintola. The plot of “A... Read More

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September 12, 2024

Funke Akindele Wraps Up Production of New Film “Everybody Loves Jenifa”

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele took to social media to express her joy at wrapping the production of her upcoming film, “Everybody Loves Jenifa”, which is set for release in December 2024. Funke Akindele, a diligent and successful film star, announced earlier this year that she had a new movie in the works that... Read More

Everybody loves Jenifa, film, Funke Akindele

September 10, 2024

Tolu Ajayi’s “Princess on a Hill” is Set for Release on Showmax in November 2024

Nollywood filmmakers Tolu Ajayi and Abiola Sobo have collaborated to create a new drama series, “Princess on a Hill,” which will debut on the streaming platform Showmax in November 2024. “Princess on a Hill” focuses on the life of Zara, a young lady who finds herself in the harsh corporate world, learning and unlearning how... Read More

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Obi Emelonye’s “Blackmail” Heads to Prime video on September 12

September 7, 2024

Obi Emelonye’s “Blackmail” Heads to Prime video on September 12

“Blackmail,” written and produced by Obi Emelonye, follows the story of a struggling actor whose career and family are threatened when cybercriminals attempt to blackmail him using his internet history. The film features a talented cast, including O.C. Ukeje, Alessandro Babalola, Julia Holden, Natalia N, Ivan Papovec, Frances Walker, Jelena Borovskaja, Judy Akuta, Raquel Appiah,... Read More

film, movie, nollywood, Obi Emelonye, Prime Video

Lateef Adedimeji Releases Official Trailer of New Movie “Lisabi: The Uprising”

September 4, 2024

Lateef Adedimeji Releases Official Trailer of New Movie “Lisabi: The Uprising”

Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has released the official trailer of his upcoming movie, “Lisabi: The Uprising”, ahead of its global release on streaming platform Netflix on September 27. The film is directed by Niyi Akinmolayan and produced by Adebimpe Omooba, with Lateef Adedimeji as the executive producer. “Lisabi: The Uprising” will star Ibrahim Itele Yekini,... Read More

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August 28, 2024

Wunmi Toriola’s “Queen Lateefah” Official Trailer Out Ahead of Cinema Release on September 27

Nollywood actress Wunmi Toriola has released the official trailer of “Queen Lateefah,” a comedy film, to whet Nigerians’ appetite ahead of the film’s release on September 27. Wunmi Toriola has risen to greater heights as she wraps up the production of her upcoming film “Queen Lateefah,” which happens to be her first cinematic production. “Queen... Read More

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August 27, 2024

Daniel Oriahi Releases Official Trailer of New Movie “The Weekend”

Nollywood filmmaker, Daniel Oriahi has released the official trailer for his upcoming film “The Weekend,” which is set for release in Nigerian cinemas on August 30. The Nigerian director has taken centre stage in directing his new movie titled “The Weekend,” a bloody thriller about a woman who uncovers a shocking secret about her soon-to-be-in-laws.... Read More

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Omoni Oboli Makes A Comeback to the Big Screen in Trailer for New Film “The Uprising: Wives on Strike”

August 27, 2024

Omoni Oboli Reveals Date for Release of “Wives on Strike: The Uprising,” Coming Out October 18

Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli has announced that the release date for her upcoming film “Wives on Strike: The Uprising” will be on October 18, 2024. The film is a sequel to the first two parts, “Wives on Strike” and “Wives on Strike: The Revolution”, released in 2016 and 2017. “Wives on Strike: The Uprising” will... Read More

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Odunlade Adekola and Toyin Abraham Star in New Film, “American Japa”, Set for Release on September 6

August 22, 2024

Odunlade Adekola and Toyin Abraham Star in New Film, “American Japa”, Set for Release on September 6

American-Nigerian filmmaker and director Tony Abulu has announced the coming of the new blockbuster movie, “American Japa”, which will be released in cinemas across Nigeria on September 6. “American Japa” tells the story of transactional sex workers and their big dreams of making it out there in the world by migrating to the United States... Read More

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Lateef Adedimeji Announces Date for Netflix Movie, “Lisabi: The Uprising”

August 21, 2024

Lateef Adedimeji Announces Date for Netflix Movie, “Lisabi: The Uprising”

Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has announced his new movie “Lisabi: The Uprising” will be released on Netflix on September 27. The actor took to social media to announce the movie’s date, sharing his excitement for the biopic and highlighting the escapades of the “ultimate Egba warrior farmer.” The film is directed by Niyi Akinmolayan and... Read More

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Watch the Official Trailer of Tokunbo, Set for Release on Netflix on August 23

August 20, 2024

Watch the Official Trailer of “Tòkunbọ̀”, Set for Release on Netflix on August 23

The official trailer of the upcoming Nollywood movie “Tòkunbọ̀” has been released and judging from the trailer, the crime-thriller film will keep its audience at the edge of their seats. Directed by Ramsey Nouah and set for global release on Netflix on August 23, “Tòkunbọ̀” sheds light on the world of crime as desperation takes... Read More

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Omoni Oboli Makes A Comeback to the Big Screen in Trailer for New Film “The Uprising: Wives on Strike”

August 15, 2024

Omoni Oboli Makes A Comeback to the Big Screen in Trailer of “The Uprising: Wives on Strike”

Omoni Oboli is making a big comeback to the movie screens this year with the return of her women-centred movie “The Uprising: Wives on Strike”. Though the movie is set for a release in the fourth quarter of 2024, the filmmaker is building anticipation for the upcoming box office movie. “The Uprising: Wives on Strike”... Read More

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