Photo of the Day: The World Cup is missing… or not

by Kolapo Olapoju No, its not! It’s with the German team, possibly en route the capital city, Munich. Nollywood has, however, come up with some of the most absurd, bizarre and weirdest movie titles, and their Ghanaian counterparts in Ghollywood have definitely caught the bug. ‘Funny African pics’ posted on its Instagram page a photo... Read More

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July 13, 2014

Girl on fire: Actress, Mercy Aigbe is a pretty bombshell in white (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju Mercy Aigbe-Gentry seems to have upgraded her sense of style, and consequently updated her wardrobe, especially in the white department. Recently the Nollywood actress has been seen stepping out in some notable ensemble which is gradually raising her profile as a bonafide fashion icon. Aigbe once again proved that the colour ‘white’... Read More

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July 6, 2014

Movie review: Devil in the detail is a brilliant movie

by Wilfred Okiche Shirley Frimpong Manso and production partner, Ken Attoh made Contract last year with Yvonne Okoro and Hlomla Dandala and even though it had its obvious weaknesses and dragged on for too long at some point, it was good enough to be considered the best film in Africa by the organisers of the... Read More

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July 6, 2014

Comedian, Bovi sends Richard Mofe-Damijo an aww-inducing birthday message (READ)

by S’ola Filani To celebrate Richard Mofe-Damijo’s birthday today, comedian Bovi took to his Instagram page narrating a hearty and aww-inducing story of how the Nollywood icon brought him to limelight. Read what he had to say below: “Fresh out of school via NYSC, I had come to Lagos with just a bag. Squatting with... Read More

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July 1, 2014

Ladies, would you dare to thread your eyebrows like Kate Henshaw? (LOOK)

Kate Henshaw has applied a faster method in tidying her brows and removing unwanted hair. The Nollywood actress and expert fitness, threaded her eyebrows today. ‘Threading’ is an ancient method of hair removal commonly practiced in countries like Egypt and India. A cotton thread is pulled along unwanted hair in a twisting motion, and... Read More

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June 28, 2014

You asked for it! Tonto Dikeh feat. D’banj in much anticipated single, Suga Rush [LISTEN]

by Akan Ido Controversial Nollywood actress turned singer, Tonto Dikeh is out with another single, Suga Rush but this time it’s from the stable of D’banj’s DB Records. Dikeh, who dropped two singles, Itz Ova and Hi last year, was visibly excited a few days ago while announcing the impending release of her new effort which... Read More

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June 27, 2014

Forget Cossy Orjiakor, this is the SEXIEST photo you’ll see today (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Singer, Cosssy Orjiakor yesterday shared topless Twitter photos in support of Super Eagles striker, Ahmed Musa who scored a brace against Argentina taking us into the round of 16 at the ongoing World Cup in Brazil and today it Chike Ike’s turn. Ike, a Nollywood actress shared this uber-sexy picture of herself... Read More

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June 24, 2014

So true, so false: Is Nollywood actress, Chika Ike pregnant? (PHOTOS)

by Zara Mustapha So false, the bump is just for a movie. Popular actress, Chika Ike shared some photos of herself on set of her new movie with, veteran actress Liz Benson and actor Joseph Benjamin. From her Instagram which read: Miss Teacher #behindthescenes #making#chikaikeproduction #missteacher #Liz Benson #Chikaike#JosephBenjamin directed by @serahdonald, we can tell she plays the role of a pregnant teacher. It’s... Read More

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June 23, 2014

Cinematographer, Aje covers Mystreetz magazine (LOOK)

by Zara Mustapha How music video directors like Aje Films, Phillip Trimnell, Clarence Peters and others changed the face of the Industry. According to Sesan Adeniji, publisher of Mystreetz magazine ‘Considering the huge exploit and success the Nigerian music industry is enjoying today, one can’t but imagine what this sector would have achieved in... Read More

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June 11, 2014

She’s bright and sweet: Nadia Buari glows in furry green number (LOOK)

by Tutu Akinlabi Ghanaian beauty, Nadia Buari doesn’t seem to be missing her rumoured ex-boyfriend, Jim Iyke too much. The star has been nothing but smiles since the news went round and she looks positively delicious in this glowing green number. She said: The next morning dawned bright and sweet, like ribbon candy and lemon... Read More

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June 10, 2014

‘Lost students’: Nollywood drops 2 movies on the abducted Chibok schoolgirls (LOOK)

by Zara Mustapha Nollywood will never cease to amaze us with the silliest of story lines in movies churned out weekly. After the Aluu 4 killing in 2012, a movie of the horrible incident was made few weeks later and now the Chibok girls kidnapping has inspired some smart movie producers to come out with... Read More

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June 7, 2014

#CasualSaturday: Actress, Halima Abubakar rocks (daring) denim shorts (LOOK)

by S’ola Filani Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar looks good in almost every outfit she steps out in but her casual denim shorts this weekend takes the cake. The actress posted the photos with the insightful caption: “I sée every thing, i just Act like i dont. It is called maturity.” Casual Saturdays are just the best.... Read More

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June 5, 2014

Abimbola Adelakun: How Nollywood kills people in Nigeria

by Abimbola Adelakun There is insistence on materialising evil through a physical body, and in many cases, aged females are the culprits. Anyone who has ever seen a Yoruba film on a fairly regular basis in Nigeria would be familiar with this mundane storyline: A man is unsuccessful in his business ventures (or, if a... Read More

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June 1, 2014

Movie review: Render to Caesar makes a credible, spirited effort

by Wilfred Okiche Render to Caesar wants to be many things at once. A crime thriller, a police procedural, a love story, a twisty film noir and a game changer for the country’s struggling film industry. Produced by Desmond Ovbiagele and directed by Onyekachi Lucky Ejim with a reported outsize budget, the film has its... Read More

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May 31, 2014

Morning delight: Actress, Tonto Dikeh shines bright in yellow outfit (LOOK)

by Tutu Akinlabi Tonto Dikeh is one celebrity who always brings life to the party, either with her personality or her fashion sense. The Nollywood diva stepped out for the “Magical Whispers” movie premiere yesterday in this sunny yellow dress designed with blue flowers. She looks amazing, doesn’t she?

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May 23, 2014

Aww, how cute: Nollywood actress, Uche Ogbodo shows off her growing baby bump (See Photos)

by Akan Ido Nollywood actress, Uche Ogbodo’s baby bump is growing by the day and she can’t help but flaunt it. The talented actress who joined the Nigerian movie industry at an early age after getting introduced to the profession by her father shared some pictures of herself wearing a black little black dress looking... Read More

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May 23, 2014

Final goodbye: Veteran filmmaker, Amaka Igwe to be laid to rest in June

by ‘Jola Sotubo The burial arrangements of iconic filmmaker and Nollywood stalwart, Amaka Igwe have been announced. The late Mrs. Igwe, who passed away on April 28 after a bout with Asthma, will be laid to rest on Friday, June 13th 2014 at Ndiuche Arondizuogu in Imo State. Other arrangements include a tribute evening and... Read More

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May 12, 2014

Are we missing something? You’ll never guess who Halima Abubakar’s crush is (LOOK)

by Tutu Akinlabi Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar decided to follow the popular Instagram hashtag, Man Crush Monday (MCM) today by posting a photo of her own crush. You’ll never guess who it is though, it’s Halima herself! The screen diva shared a photo of herself in a mini white dress with the letters MCM above... Read More

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March 30, 2014

Review: Nollywood gets a new lease with Nolly Silver Screen

by Wilfred Okiche The Nigerian film industry has since become one of the most heartwarming stories to come out of the country. Built almost exclusively by the hard work, sweat and passion of a gathering of individuals, it now commands the world’s attention, seducing with it’s tales of quality that only Hollywood and India’s Bollywood... Read More

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March 28, 2014

Leading man: OC Ukeje looks dapper on the cover of Bubbles magazine (LOOK)

by Akintomiwa Agbaje Bubbles Magazine is pleased to feature the very dapper actor award winning and critically respected OC Ukeje on the cover of its new edition. OC is undoubtedly one of the entertainers whose ascension to fame and stardom makes even the casual fan proud: he’s a regular young Nigerian who in spite of... Read More

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March 16, 2014

Nollywood actor arrested for raping daughter’s friend (PICTURED)

by Akan Ido Nollywood actor, Ganiyu Oyeyemi, popularly known as Ogunjimi was last week arrested for allegedly raping his daughter’s friend in Osogbo, Osun State. The actor was arrested and detained on Tuesday by the Osun State Police Command after a 22-year-old lady (names withheld) laid a rape complaint at the police station. The case... Read More

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March 9, 2014

And the award for the Best Dressed celeb on the AMVCA red carpet goes to… Agbani Darego! (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Agbani Darego showed how to own the red carpet at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards yesterday. The former Miss World wore a green flowing dress with a pose that’s fit only for a queen. The awards took place at the new Expo Centre of the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island,... Read More

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March 2, 2014

Kickin’ butts! This is why you should NOT mess with Rita Dominic (LOOK)

by Zara Mustapha Is Nollywood sweetheart, Rita Dominic into martial arts lately? The photo above suggests something of that nature or maybe just a dance routine. The actress reacted to the photo posted on Instagram saying “Kai Afriff was an experience and a half!” The Africa International Film Festival (Afriff) is a showcase of happenings... Read More

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March 2, 2014

Men and women are NOT equal – Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde

by Akan Ido Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has revealed the secrets of her lasting marriage to her husband, Captain Matthew Ekeinde. The award-winning screen diva and one of TIME 100 most influential persons talked about her 18-year-old marriage with Captain Ekeinde, the controversy over the ‘inappropriate’ use of their daughter’s Instagram pictures by blogs... Read More

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March 1, 2014

#RepostOfTheDay: Rapper, Kanye West steps out in spectacular red DRESS (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar must have an uncanny sense of humour as evidenced in the picture above which she reposted on her Instagram page. It features a photoshopped picture of a heavily pregnant Kanye West wearing a red dress walking right before his reality TV sweetheart, Kim Kardashian. Abubakar captioned the picture... Read More

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February 25, 2014

Errm, what’s happening here between Chike Ike and Bob Manuel Udokwu? (LOOK)

by Akan Ido No, it’s not what you think. Both actors are just on-set doing what they know best – acting. Popular Nollywood actress, Chika Ike posted the dramatic picture on Instagram with Bob-Manuel maintaining a vice-like gripon her neck – how dramatic. She posted the photo with the caption: “#filming with Bob Manuel . It’s... Read More

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February 25, 2014

What went wrong with my marriage – Actress, Doris Simeon finally opens up on Stella Damasus + more

by Akan Ido Nollywood actress, Doris Simeon whose marriage with movie director, Daniel Ademinokan collapsed irretrievably a few years back has finally garnered some courage to speak publicly about their relationship and more. The beautiful actress also spoke about rumours of bad blood between her and fellow Nollywood actress, Stella Damasus, who is now married... Read More

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February 23, 2014

Living dangerously: SEE what Tonto Dikeh did before church this morning (SNAPSHOT)

by Akan Ido ‘Itz Ova’ singer, Tonto Dikeh posted this daring photo of herself straddling the railing in what looked like her pyjama earlier today. The controversial Nollywood actress posted the photo on her Instagram page with the caption: “Sunday tinz b4 church (I almost fall down :))#EasyLionEasyTiger #poko.” Not to worry guys, the #Poko queen... Read More

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February 22, 2014

Très chic! Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar dazzles in short white dress (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar stepped out yesterday looking all cute and fly. The who recently returned from a trip to the US wore a white number and silvery-toned shoes with a lovely handbag to go along. Halima captioned the picture thus: “Blessed done for today,I miss home,my bed” Yes, Halima, you’ll be home... Read More

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January 29, 2014

Opinion: Nollywood and the rise of Afrocandy

by Okey Ikechukwu “I, Afrocandy, solemnly want to clear the air here and now that I do not act porn movies, never acted in any porn movie and I am not a porn star. I act in regular movies, not afraid to go naked but that doesn’t make one a porn star. I am a... Read More

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