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Nollywood movies and series coming out in June 2025

Nollywood Movies and Series Coming Out in June 2025

Nollywood has lined up action-packed movies to be released in June. These movies’ themes range from betrayal to adventure to romance, cultural values, filled with thrilling scenes, suspense, comedy, and…

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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…

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Top 5 Old Nollywood vs New Nollywood Movies

Despite the technical limitations of the old Nollywood movies, they never failed to deliver. They served us premium entertainment with films that revolved around traditional beliefs, melodrama, moral lessons, and…

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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…

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The Weekend Watchlist | Movies/Series To Watch This Weekend

If you would rather be glued to your screen or a screen during the weekend, then you should have something exciting on your watch list. Here are some movies you…

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10 Classic Nollywood Movies to Rewatch This Week

10 Classic Nollywood Movies to Rewatch This Week

10 Classic Nollywood Movies to Rewatch This Week Nollywood has produced some of the most thrilling movies with themes such as power and corruption, comedy, revenge, and so much more.…

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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…

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Get An Inside Look At The Upcoming Film, “My Mother is a Witch” Coming Out May 2025

Get An Inside Look At The Upcoming Film, “My Mother is a Witch,” Coming Out May 2025

Nigerian filmmaker, Niyi Akinmolayan, has announced that he will be releasing his latest film, “My Mother is a Witch” in cinemas across Nigeria on May 23rd. The film tells a…

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Watchout for “Adunni: Ogidan Binrin” Release This Week

A powerful female-led film, “Adunni: Ogidan Binrin,” is set to hit cinemas this week across Nigeria from April 25. The epic drama follows the story of Adunni, a courageous woman…

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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…

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Before Jenifa: Funke Akindele Takes Fans on Nostalgic Trip Through Her Nollywood Rise

Before Jenifa: Funke Akindele Takes Fans on Nostalgic Trip Through Her Nollywood Rise

Nollywood film star and the highest box office record actress in  Nigeria, Funke Akindele, shared a video on Instagram highlighting her years in the film industry and detailing her rise…

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See How Celebrities Slayed at the “Labake Olododo” Movie Premiere

The who’s who of the Nigerian entertainment industry attended the premiere of Iyabo Ojo and Biodun Stephen’s new film, Labake Olododo. The night was exquisite, filled with different styles and…

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Why Nigerian Web Series Like ‘Skinny Girl in Transit’ Speak to Gen Z

Why Nigerian Web Series Like ‘Skinny Girl in Transit’ Speak to Gen Z

Over the past few years, Nigerian web series have gained massive popularity, especially among Gen Z audiences. Shows like “Skinny Girl in Transit,” “The Men’s Club,” and “The Smart Money…

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Richard Mofe-Damijo, Timini Egbuson, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Nancy Isime Star in Drama “Radio Voice,” Coming Out on April 11

Richard Mofe-Damijo, Timini Egbuson, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Nancy Isime Star in Drama “Radio Voice,” Coming Out on April 11

Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) has released the trailer for his forthcoming film, Radio Voice, set to be released on April 11. The film's theme centres on building bridges, second chances, and…

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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…

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Eniola Ajao Returns to the Big Screens this Year with “Owambe Thieves,” Coming Out April 18

Eniola Ajao Returns to the Big Screens this Year with “Owambe Thieves,” Coming Out

Nollywood filmmaker Eniola Ajao has announced that she will be returning to the big screens this year with her new film, “Owambe Thieves,” which will be released in cinemas across…

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The Evolution of Nollywood Blockbusters in Cinemas: From Home Videos to Box Office Giants

Nollywood has come a long way from its direct-to-video era. What started as a home video industry has evolved into a multi-billion-naira box office powerhouse, with films consistently competing with…

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Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It |Peter Okoye, DJ Cuppy, Ayo Adesanya, Vee

DJ Cuppy reveals she did not know she was privileged Ayo Adesanya opens up about how her decade-long abusive relationship made her an alcoholic Peter Okoye claims he is not…

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Timini Egbuson’s “Reel Love” Grosses ₦99.3 Million in the Opening Weekend Box Office 

Timini Egbuson’s Valentine’s Day film, “Reel Love,” made an impressive ₦99.3 million at the box office during its opening weekend (14 to 16 February), securing its position as the number-one…

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10 Nollywood Romance Movies To Watch With Your Lover on Valentine's Day

10 Nollywood Romance Movies To Watch With Your Lover on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to cuddle up with your significant other and enjoy a romantic movie. Nollywood has produced incredible love stories, from heartwarming dramas to passionate rom-coms.…

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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…

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

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…

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Alakada! Bad & Boujee

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…

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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…

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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…

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Richmond Amechi Tells A Dark and Psychological Story With Upcoming Film “Moji”

Nigerian filmmaker Richmond Amechi directs this dark thriller, "Moji,” which will be available on a streaming platform in the coming weeks. The movie, “Moji”, is praised as a psychological feature…

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Sampson Afolabi-Johnson Announces his Upcoming Film, “The Presidency” Coming to Cinemas February 21

Sampson Afolabi-Johnson Announces his Upcoming Film, “The Presidency” Coming to Cinemas February 21

Nigerian filmmaker Sampson Afolabi-Johnson has announced that he would be releasing his upcoming political drama film “The Presidency” on February 21, 2025 across all Nigerian cinemas. Filled with themes like…

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Richard Mofe-Damijo and son, Oghenetega Dominate the Utah International Film Festival with “Revelations”

Richard Mofe-Damijo and son, Oghenetega Dominate the Utah International Film Festival with “Revelations”

Nigerian film icon Richard Mofe-Damijo is making waves with his latest project, “Revelations,” which recently premiered at the Utah International Film Festival. The film has already secured prestigious accolades, winning…

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Weekend Watchlist

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…

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Timini Egbuson Starts the Year as Co-Executive Producer of the New Film “Reel Love”

Timini Egbuson Starts the Year as Co-Executive Producer of the New Film “Reel Love”

Nigerian actor Timini Egbuson has kicked off the new year with a new role as the Co-Executive Producer of “Reel Love,” a romance film scheduled for a Valentine's Day release…

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