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Bringing the house down! Laughs all around as ‘Potato Potahto’ holds star studded premiere in Nigeria
After several months of sold out, award winning screenings in some of the biggest film festivals across the globe, West African romantic comedy ‘Potato Potahto’ on the 16th of November…
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Lights Camera Africa!!! Film Festival 2017 ends with a call for citizen engagement
he 7th edition of the Lights Camera Africa!!! Film Festival, a 3-day cultural fiesta which held from 29 September – 1 October, 2017 at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island,…
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Olu Jacobs, Joke Silva, Ego Boyo, others step out for the opening show of Lights Camera Africa!!! Film Festival 2017
Olu Jacobs, Joke Silva, Ego Boyo, and Akin Omotoso were among the personalities spotted at the opening show of the Lights Camera Africa!!! Film Festival 2017. The 3-day cultural fiesta…
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Theatre review: Hear Word is as brilliant as you remembered, and just as necessary
by Wilfred Okiche This weekend, the buzzy play Hear Word made a triumphant return to the stage at the Muson Centre, Lagos in what can now be considered an annual…
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Review: Joke Silva’s ‘Heartbeat: The Musical’ got me sold on theatre
by John Ogah Sitting in the theatre of the Muson Centre with the lights off and the powerful voice of Olu Jacobs welcoming everyone to the drama musical that was…
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Don Omope charges young filmmakers at AFRIFF mentorship session
One of the producers of the highly anticipated movie, The Wedding Party, Don Omope, on Wednesday at the AFRIFF Alumni Engagement held at Genesis Deluxe Cinemas doled out a session…
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VP ‘Yemi Osinbajo expresses confidence in Nigeria’s greatness at Freedom Rally (PHOTOS)
The Vice President, Professor Oluyemi Osinbajo expressed his unwavering faith and confidence that Nigeria will rise and be great again. While speaking at the Freedom Rally, an Independence Day Carnival…
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Tony Elumelu Foundation, Ministry of Information & Culture partner to develop creative industries
At the National Theatre in Iganmu, Surulere, The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) on Wednesday signed an MOU with the Federal Ministry of Information and Culture for the development of Nigeria’s…
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PODCAST: Why Steve Gukas is very afraid for the future of Nollywood, and why you should probably be scared too
As our conversation begins, Gukas reveals that he directed the movie, Keeping Faith in 2002, and suddenly everything made absolute sense to me. If you truly know Nollywood, then you…
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Ageless actress, Joke Silva, makes smart choice as AIICO Pension brand ambassador (PHOTOS)
AIICO Pension Managers Limited (APML), a licensed Pension Fund Administrator (PFA) operating in Nigeria and a subsidiary of AIICO Insurance Plc, recently marked its 10th anniversary with the unveiling of veteran…
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PROFILE: The day Joke Silva charmed me
by Mazi Emeka Joke Silva is a familiar face, and name, for at least three generations – and she is the gift that keeps on giving... It is 10:57 when…
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Entertainment Roundup: Tiwa Savage shares more in new interview | Wizkid ends tour with Chris Brown in style | More Stories
Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept - and are now buzzing this morning. TeeBillz was very arrogant, yet emotional’ | 10…
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#AMAA2016: RMD, Olu Jacobs, Joke Silva honoured with Life Time awards + other winners (Full List)
The 2016 Africa Movie Academy Awards ceremony was held in the city of Port Harcourt Saturday night. Despite its shortcomings, the event was attended by some of the movers and shakers of the African movie industry -…
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Darey’s ‘Pray For Me’ video may leave you in tears (WATCH)
Darey has released the video for Pray For Me, featuring the Soweto Gospel Choir- one of the hit songs off his 2015 Naked album. The video features one of Nollywood's favourite couples, Olu…
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SNAPSHOT: Veteran actress, Joke Silva is giving us ‘ageing goals’
Joke Silva is that epitome of ageless beauty one can only hope to emulate. She's that natural, brown African woman you can't help but admire. No botox, no face-lift -…
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Joke Silva, Bimbo Akintola, Taiwo Ajai-Lycett to perform Hear Word at Harvard University
The cast of socially-conscious stage play, Hear Word, are billed to perform at Harvard University, Massachusetts. The critically acclaimed Nigerian production, which examines cultural and societal norms that limit the…
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Joke Silva’s mom, Nigeria’s first female doctor, dies at 89
Joke Silva's mother, Dr. Marienne Abimbola Silva died on Sunday morning in Lagos at age 89. Silva, who was the first female medical doctor in Nigeria, is survived by her screen…
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Joke Silva, Kate Henshaw, Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, others perform in the stage play, ‘Hear Word’ (See Photos)
by Anike Jacobs A dramatic production, ‘Hear Word’ which portrays true life stories of 20 different Nigerian women from various walks of life, opened this Friday, May 1, 2015 at…
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#Neclive2015: Joke Silva places a curse on the pirates in Nollywood
by Anike Jacobs Veteran actress Joke Silva has placed a curse on the faces behind the problem of piracy that the Nigerian movie industry is facing today. In an exclusive…
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#NECLive3: Is Davido a music legend? Comedian, Tee A has just the perfect answer…
by Anike Jacobs Comedian, Tee A has thrown shade at people who refer to music superstar, Davido as a legend. Tee A who is the program anchor at the Nigerian Entertainment…
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Yemi Osinbajo clocked 58 on Sunday and he marked it this way (See Photos)
by Anike Jacobs Yemi Osinbajo, the All Progressive Congress (APC) Vice presidential candidate of Muhammadu Buhari, had his birthday celebration on Sunday, March 8, with people living with disability in…
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Now we know how not to compliment Aunty Joke Silva (READ)
by Kemisola Filani When next you want to pass a compliment at veteran actress, Joke Silva, be careful how you put it. A few days ago, we shared…
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Toyin Aimakhu, Omoni Oboli, OC Ukeje, others attend AMVCAs nominees brunch (First photos)
by Anike Jacobs As we count to the 2015 Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards (AMVCA) slated for March 7, the nominees brunch is currently taking place at the Intercontinental Hotel,…
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Actors, Olu Jacobs & Joke Silva cover Hello magazine’s latest edition (LOOK)
by Chinwe Okafor Olu Jacobs and wife, Joke Silva are the new feature cover for the new issue of Hello Magazine. The Nollywood veterans, who looked stylish in a navy suit and black sequin, shared…
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The Selma cast was in Lagos for the movie premiere & it was a blast (PHOTOS)
by Anike Jacobs Last night, House on the Rock Church premiered the award winning Hollywood movie, Selma in Lagos. The Selma movie cast including American actor David Oyelowo, and other…
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Dazzling Mirage premiere: Kemi Lala’s dazzling gown (kinda) stole the show (Red Carpet photos)
by Anike Jacobs Photos taken by Hycinth Iyereosa The very much awaited movie - Dazzling Mirage - by Tunde Kelani, premiered last night at the Muson Centre in Victoria Island,…
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Theatre review: Four women and a funeral – ‘The Wives’ starring Joke Silva, Kate Henshaw, Jide Kosoko, Iretiola Doyle & Lala Akindoju
by Wilfred Okiche Lala Akindoju and her blossoming company, Make it Happen production do not know how not to put up a show. She is the powerhouse behind Open Mic,…
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Omobola Johnson, Bola Adesola, Rita Dominic, Tunde Kelani, Olu Jacobs, Osas Ighodaro, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, others step out for #TheWives
by Jewel Stephen The best of Nigerian society came out to watch what some are calling the theatre production of the year, 'The Wives'. The command performance which held on…
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The Wives’ stage play is here! Joke Silva, Jide Kosoko, Kate Henshaw, Ireti Doyle, others to feature
by Jewel Stephen It's the theatre production everyone has been waiting for this month. The Wives, a play written by Prof. Ahmed Yerima will be showing this weekend - from…
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“@Realomosexy has depth” | “@GenevieveNnaji1 has artistic shortcomings” – @charlesnovia fans the flame of old rivalry
by Kolapo Olapoju Nollywood icons, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and Genevieve Nnaji are unarguably the leading ladies of the Nigerian film industry, and many believe the pair are involved in a professional…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy