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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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January 2, 2026

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/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. A successful real... Read More

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December 26, 2025

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/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. This movie follows... Read More

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December 15, 2025

Weekly Highlights: Here’s What You Missed Over The Weekend

This week has been one with mostly exciting news in the media, from a declaration of day in a foreign country, to movie premieres and awards, property purchase announcements and a crash landing with no casualties. There has been news from all fronts in the entertainment space and even outside of it. U.S City Of... Read More

afrobeat, movie, nollywood, premiere, Singer

December 13, 2025

Weekend Recap: Here’s What You Missed Over The Week

This week has been one filled with big news on the entertainment front, from millions earned in movie screenings, to marriage announcements, apologies and sanctions. We wrote this article, to help you catch up with some of the things that have happened over the week. 2Face Issues Public Apology Over Recent Controversies The veteran singer... Read More

commission, jenifa, movie, nollywood, refinery

November 8, 2025

Weekend Highlight: Here’s What Happened Over The Week

This has been a chaotic week in the media space, from club forfeitures, to unexpected losses, and marital drama, the industry space has been a restless one. In this article, we discuss what has happened over the week Mercy Aigbe Sends Supportive Message To Regina Daniels, Amidst Public Marital Woes Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe has... Read More

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October 17, 2025

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/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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Efe Irele and Mercy Aigbe star in “My Mother is a Witch,” Coming to Cinemas on May 23

Efe Irele and Mercy Aigbe star in “My Mother is a Witch,” Coming to Cinemas on May 23

Directed by Niyi Akinmolayan, this movie tells the story of a young fashion editor who returns to Nigeria, her home, after years of living in London, where things quickly get complicated. It appears as though she was just coming back for a visit, but she soon realises there’s a lot more going on. Childhood memories,... Read More

Cinema, movie, My Mother is a Witch, nollywood

Toke Makinwa Announces Her First Lead Role in an Upcoming Film, “Shadow of Greed,” Directed by Akay Mason

February 19, 2025

Toke Makinwa Announces Her First Lead Role in an Upcoming Film, “Shadow of Greed,” Directed by Akay Mason

Nigerian TV and media personality Toke Makinwa has announced that she will be making her lead role debut on the big screen in the coming months. She has just secured her first lead role in Shadow of Greed. Although very little information is available about the upcoming film, as it is still in production, Toke... Read More

First Lead Role, movie, Nigerian film, toke makinwa

February 4, 2025

See the Casts of “Summer Rain” Show Out in their Pyjama-themed Outfits for the Premiere

The “Summer Rain” cast showed up and showed out with their outfits at the movie premiere. “Summer Rain,” set to be released on February 7, had its premiere, where all its stars came on the red carpet with stunning and innovative outfits. The premiere was pyjama-themed, leaving the stars in attendance the permission to be... Read More

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Shaffy Bello, Adunni Ade, and Sam Dede Star in the New Film “Red Lines” Coming Out March 14

January 29, 2025

Shaffy Bello, Adunni Ade, and Sam Dede Star in the New Film “Red Lines” Coming Out March 14

Eno Udo brings his unique storytelling vision to life with his newest film, “Red Line,” coming out in all cinemas across Nigeria on March 14. A partnership between Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution and Jodessy Films Production has successfully created “Red Line,” a film set within the walls of a Nigerian university. It focuses on the... Read More

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Alakada! Bad & Boujee

January 29, 2025

Toyin Abraham’s “Alakada: Bad and Boujee” Grosses ₦460 million in Box Office

Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has celebrated the outstanding box office success of her movie “Alakada Bad and Boujee,” earning ₦460 million. Toyin shared that she set out to surpass the success of her previous film, and she has accomplished that goal with “Alakada Bad and Boujee,” which has generated ₦460 million. Grateful for the support... Read More

box office, film, movie, nollywood, Toyin Abraham

January 27, 2025

See Your Favourite Film Stars Glow at the Premiere of “Something About The Briggs” This Weekend

On the night of January 26, the who’s who of Nollywood gathered at the IMAX Cinema in Lekki for the highly anticipated premiere of “Something About The Briggs.” The cast and crew owned the show on the red carpet, ensuring an exciting night to remember. Proudly written, produced, and directed by the talented Bukola Araoye-Ogunsola,... Read More

Cinema, entertainment, film, movie, nollywood, Something about the Briggs

January 25, 2025

Bukola Ogunsola Releases Trailer of New Film, “Something About the Briggs”

Nollywood filmmaker Bukola Ogunsola has released the trailer of her upcoming film “Something About the Briggs”, which is set for a cinema release on January 31, 2025. “Something About the Briggs” is a romance film exploring love at its purest while focusing on themes like forgiveness and marriage. Bukola took to social media to praise... Read More

Bukola Ogunsola, film, movie, nollywood, Something about the Briggs

Everybody Loves Jenifa

January 7, 2025

Funke Akindele’s ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Becomes the Highest-Grossing Nigerian Movie, Surpassing ‘A Tribe Called Judah’

Funke Akindele has once again made history in the Nigerian film industry with her 2024 film, ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa (ELJ). This latest release has surpassed her previous record set by ‘A Tribe Called Judah.’ Released on December 13, 2024, ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ has grossed ₦1,466,852,338, surpassing the ₦1,404,187,806 earned by ‘A Tribe Called Judah’. Akindele’s... Read More

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Segun Arinze and Ireti Doyle Star in “Katangari Goes to Town” on Prime Video

January 4, 2025

Segun Arinze and Ireti Doyle Star in “Katangari Goes to Town” on Prime Video

Nollywood stars Segun Arinze and Ireti Doyle have made a huge impact in the film Katangari Goes to Town, which was released today, January 4, on streaming platform Prime Video. The movie tells the story of a retired police inspector turned vigilante who is forced to solve the mystery surrounding his cousin’s murder in Abuja.... Read More

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The Waiter premiere

December 19, 2024

Ay Makun and the Cast of “The Waiter” Dazzle at Movie Premiere

The cast of Ay Makun’s film, “The Waiter,” looked stunning at the movie premiere, showcasing luxurious couture outfits that captivated both the audience and paparazzi. Ay Makun himself wore a custom-made suit, perfectly suiting his role in “The Waiter.” The other stars also made a striking impression on the red carpet. Among the celebrities in... Read More

Film premiere, movie, nollywood, The Waiter

Alakada! Bad & Boujee

December 16, 2024

Toyin Abraham Releases the Long-awaited Trailer of “Alakada! Bad & Boujee”

Toyin Abraham has released the official trailer of her upcoming sequel, “Alakada! Bad & Boujee”, giving the fans a glimpse of what to expect in the movie. “Alakada! Bad & Boujee” is the fifth film in the “Alakada” franchise, and it tells the story of a young woman with an inferiority complex who creates an... Read More

Alakada Had and Boujee, film, movie, nollywood, Toyin Abraham

"The Waiter"

December 11, 2024

Ay Makun Releases Trailer of “The Waiter” Coming to Cinemas December 20

Nigerian actor, comedian and producer has released the trailer of “The Waiter”, his upcoming film which will be out in cinemas across Nigeria on December 20. “The Waiter” is an action-themed movie which will see a waiter unexpectedly find himself in the middle of a hotel invasion whereby chaos ensues after. “The Waiter” will join... Read More

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December 6, 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

Cinema, film, movie, movies, netflix, TV series

Everybody Loves Jenifa

December 2, 2024

Funke Akindele Releases Official Trailer of New Film “Everybody Loves Jenifa”

Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has released the much anticipated trailer of her upcoming movie “Everybody Loves Jenifa”. Set to hit the cinemas nationwide on December 13, the film will star a plethora of Nollywood’s finest and best actors namely Falz, Bisola Aiyeola, Chimezie Imo, Juliana Olayode, Nancy Isime, Stan Nze, Funke Akindele, Isaac... Read More

Cinema, Everybody loves Jenifa, Funke Akindele, movie, official trailer

First Bank Launches a YouTube Channel “BluuTV” with Web Series “A Heart on the Line”

November 30, 2024

Watch the Trailer of BluuTV’s “A Heart on the Line”, Starring Ayoola Ayolola and Tomike Adeoye

BluuTV, an entertainment subsidiary of Nigeria’s financial institution, First Bank, has released the official trailer of its upcoming WebTV series, “A Heart on the Line.” The TV series promises to bring all the drama to the audience’s screens as the casts are forced to choose between love, loyalty and duty. Produced and Directed by Abimbola... Read More

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AY Makun Announces New Movie “The Waiter” Coming Out This December

November 28, 2024

Ay Makun Reveals a Glimpse of his Upcoming Film “The Waiter” Starring Shaffy Bello, Toke Makinwa

Ay Makun has revealed a glimpse of his upcoming movie “The Waiter” which will hit the cinemas on December 20, 2024. Ay Makun is returning to the big screens this December 20, 2024 with “The Waiter” since his last film, “Bad Comments,” was released in 2021. “The Waiter” is an action-themed movie which will see... Read More

Cinema, entertainment, film, movie, nollywood, The Waiter

Omowunmi Dada and Stan Nze Star in the Trailer of Tosin Igho’s New Thriller “Suspicion”

November 13, 2024

Omowunmi Dada and Stan Nze Star in the Trailer of Tosin Igho’s New Thriller “Suspicion”

The official trailer of Tosin Igho’s new film “Suspicion” has been released ahead of the movie’s release on Prime Video on November 28, 2024. Nigerian filmmaker Tosin Igho directs the movie and will explore African traditions, intertwining them with modern-age moral values and creating thresholds and boundaries that have never been crossed. The film, “Suspicion”... Read More

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Jade Osiberu Breaks the Internet with Behind-The-Scenes Images of Her New Project “Half of Me”

November 6, 2024

Jade Osiberu Breaks the Internet with Behind-The-Scenes Images of Her New Project “Half of Me”

Nigerian filmmaker Jade Osiberu has shaken the internet by releasing behind-the-scenes images of her upcoming project “Half of Me”. Though there is no information regarding the plot of the new film, some of the actors confirmed in the new project are Nancy Isime, Uzor Arukwe, and Martha Ehinome. The director of photography of “Half of... Read More

"Half of Me", film, Jade Osiberu, movie, New project, nollywood

October 30, 2024

Funke Akindele and the Cast of Upcoming “Everybody Loves Jenifa” Shine in Photoshoot

These three actors (Chimezie Imo, Stan Nze and Layi Wasabi) have all it takes to take over the film industry, and kudos to Funke Akindele, who recognised their skills and cast them in her upcoming film “Everybody Loves Jenifa.” After the success of her last Blockbuster movie, “A Tribe Called Judah,” the film producer and... Read More

Everybody loves Jenifa, film, movie, nollywood

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

October 29, 2024

Kunle Afolayan Releases Official Trailer of “Recall” Set to Premiere at AFRIFF

Nollywood filmmaker and entrepreneur Kunle Afolayan has released the long-awaited trailer of his upcoming film “Recall” ahead of its premiere at the 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... Read More

Africa International Film Festival, afriff, Kunle Afolayan, movie, nollywood, recall

Farouk Abisoye’s New Film “Ogbedun’ Coming Out This November 29

October 19, 2024

Farouk Abisoye’s New Film “Ogbedun’ Coming Out This November 29

Nigerian filmmaker Farouk Abisoye (TAMPAN) has announced the release date of his upcoming film “Ogbedun”, which will be coming out on November 29, 2024. Directed by Farouk Abisoye (TAMPAN) and distributed by Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution, the movie is set to feature several Nollywood veteran actors like Antar Laniyan, Jide Kosoko, Miriam Peters, Seyi Akinshola,... 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

At Ease, film, movie, nollywood, Prime Video, Streaming platform

September 30, 2024

Wunmi Toriola’s ‘Queen Lateefah’ Grosses ₦57 Million Three Days After Release

Nollywood Actress Wunmi Toriola’s new movie “Queen Lateefah,” released on September 27, has grossed over ₦57 million in just three days. “Queen Lateefah” is Toriola’s directorial debut film, surpassing several other films released in the cinema this year. With ₦57 million opening weekend at the box office, speculations claim that “Queen Lateefah” might be gearing... Read More

Cinema, movie, nollywood, Queen Lateefah

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