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Is Nollywood getting better or worse? These unpopular opinions on Twitter have the answers

Is Nollywood getting better or worse? The answer could lie in the Nollywood era one grew up in. While 90’s Nollywood movies hold a certain lo-fi charm, including the ones leading into the early and mid-aughts, they were driven by ambitious filmmakers who worked within industry limitations. Lack of funding, technical infrastructure and an upscale... Read More

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December 22, 2020

#YNaija2020Review: OC Ukeje, Maryam Booth, Anthonieta Kalunta…the 10 Best Performances of the Year

There is something about actors interpreting roles that makes us feel seen and stirs the deepest passions. These are the performances that had us believing this year. 10. Seun Ajayi- The Lost Okoroshi Seun Ajayi clearly isn’t a native speaker of Igbo and his portrayal of Raymond Obinwa in Abba Makama’s mischievous romp suggests as... Read More

2020 Review, Lists, Rankings

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Nollywood actors want you to know that they get turned on on set

A lot of things happen on the typical movie set, actors fumbling their lines, someone in the crew making jokes, or even from the director, to lighten the mood. Romantic scenes have their own dynamic. From an actor’s perspective, there’s the inevitable curse of biology which simply means male actors won’t stop getting erections. We... Read More

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November 17, 2017

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 held a star studded premiere at the IMAX cinema in Lekki. In attendance were industry icons and a roll call of stars including Olu Jacobs,... Read More

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October 11, 2017

The Film Blog: Hey God! This one that OC Ukeje has released a music video

Calm down, guys! It’s nothing like the type of music the ‘Genevieves’, ‘Omotolas’ and ‘Tontos’ of this world blessed us with years ago. For those who seem confused, OC Ukeje is not a newbie in this music thing so do not be surprised at his professionalism. He features Vector on the track, Potato Potahto which... Read More

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[The Film Blog] Are they ever going to do something with B430 before we all turn 30?

In 2015, the Nigerian media and film space got a tease. Nemsia Studios promised a series that would shed light on and start a conversation around the issues the average single Nigerian woman faces daily in her quest to become a wife – Before 30 (a.k.a B430) And if you have any remote understanding of... Read More

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October 17, 2016

PODCAST: Lekki Wives, PopCentral TV and everything else on Uncensored this week

Ifeoma Areh is creative director of Wildflower PR & Company and Tosin Ajibade is founder of Olorisupergal.com. Together with the host, Chude Jideonwo, they talk about banking institutions producing content, Lekki Wives, PopCentral TV, BattaBox and everything that is important in the Nigerian film and media industry. “We know other brands that actually pushing out Nollywood... Read More

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AY and Funke Akindele in A Trip to Jamaica

October 11, 2016

PODCAST: A Trip to Jamaica, The Wedding Party and everything else on Uncensored this week

Ifeoma Areh is creative director of Wildflower PR & Company; Isime Esene is the managing editor of YNaija.com, and Tosin Ajibade, is founder of Olorisupergal.com. Together with the host, Chude Jideonwo, they talk about the movies, ‘A Trip to Jamaica’, ‘The Wedding Party’; the current ban in Kannywood, the dichotomy between old Nollywood and new Nollywood and... Read More

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September 25, 2016

The Film Blog: Did you miss the 4 beautiful tweets Aunty Mildred Okwo had for Uncle Charles Novia?

We posted the origin of the wahala without comment earlier. Charles Novia (we knew it was only a matter of time before he talked himself into a buzzsaw) and Uzodinma Okpechi (ordinary one of the brightest lights of Nollywood before cinemas) and, uhm, Moses Ewang (don’t bother). Anyway, both of them were busy talking on... Read More

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August 27, 2016

The Arbitration: I was not moved when I kissed OC Ukeje – Adesua Etomi

Adesua Etomi has revealed that as a trained actress there is no big deal in the passionate kiss she had with OC Ukeje in the love scene of the movie, ‘The Arbitration,’. Speaking with The Punch Adesua what matters is keeping the story in mind. She said, “I am a blank canvass and at the end of... Read More

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August 19, 2016

8 Nigerian movies will be showing at Toronto – 5 takeaways from this historic feat

by Tolu Omoyeni The Toronto International Film Festival is big, why it’s one of the biggest in the world. Up until this moment, the TIFF would not make news in this part of this world, like Nigeria hardly has business over there. The narrative has taken a different turn now, Nollywood is making an appearance... Read More

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OC Ukeje and wife, Ibukun at Ayanda premiere

OC and Ibukun Ukeje, Kemi Lala, others step out at Ayanda premiere (PHOTOS)

OC Ukeje and his beautiful wife, Ibukun were the cynosure of all eyes on Saturday, July 21 2016 as the couple attended the premiere of the South African award-winning movie – Ayanda starring the Nigerian actor at the Silverbird Cinema in Victoria Island, Lagos. While OC looked suave as usual, Ibukun appeared ever-elegant in a dress at... Read More

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Grammy award winner, Indie Arie headlines Sax Appeal 5 (PHOTOS)

The fifth edition of the highly anticipated Sax Appeal concert organised by celebrated saxophonist, Mike Aremu held yesterday at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Union Bank of Nigeria sponsored event was headlined by four-time Grammy Award winning singer, India Arie with comedy provided by Mc Abbey. Jazz lovers were also treated to... Read More

: India Arie, Abimbola Fashola; Ibidun Ighodalo, Emeka Okonkwo, Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi, gideon okeke, Isaac Geralds, Kemi Lala Akindoju, Lola Cardoso, MC Abbey, Mike Aremu, Nikky Laoye, OC Ukeje, Olu Maintain, Praiz, Queen Ahneva Adegeye, Seye Sodimu, Tosin Martins, Union Bank of Nigeria Plc, Yemi Blaq

Adekunle Gold, Ramsey Nouah, others watch Kunle Afolayan’s The CEO ‘in the air’ (PHOTOS)

On Wednesday night, Kunle Afolayan raised the bar a notch higher for the Nollywood industry as he showcased his latest movie project – The CEO on a flight from Lagos to Paris. The private viewing event was graced by Nollywood heavyweights alongside Nigerian entertainment big-wigs. The array of stars on board the Air France flight where the film... Read More

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Founder of RED, Adebola Williams unveiled as Globacom brand ambassador

Media personality and co-founder of RED (owner of Red Media Africa, YNaija.com, The Future Awards Africa, StateCraft Inc amongst others), Adebola Williams has joined the list of brand ambassadors of the national telecommunications operator, Globacom. He is the first non-entertainment brand ambassador for a telecoms brand in the country. A statement released in Lagos by Globacom on... Read More

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RMD, OC Ukeje, Rita Dominic, Toke Makinwa others attend Hush premiere (PHOTOS)

It was a showcase of the best of Nollywood on Friday, April 1 as major players in the industry gathered at the launch of the highly anticipated Africa Magic production –Hush. The event which was hosted by TV personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu , took place at the Four Points by Sheraton in Victoria Island, Lagos. The... Read More

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December 20, 2015

Toke Makinwa, OC Ukeje, Michelle Dede, Isoken Ogiemwonyi others step out for Zazaii official opening (PHOTOS)

ZAZAII, the flagship store for contemporary and high end ready-to-wear womenswear, menswear and accessories from foremost African fashion, lifestyle and beauty brands, celebrated its official opening on Friday December 18, 2015 at its flagship store in Victoria Island, Lagos. The evening which was a mix of music, cocktails and shopping had Toke Makinwa, Michelle Dede,... Read More

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December 7, 2015

7 major highlights from The Future Awards Africa 2015

It was an amazing night as Africa’s brightest youth, who have excelled in their respective fields in the last calendar year, converged for The Future Awards Africa 2015. From D’banj‘s stunning entrance to Harry Songz getting the ladies to dance, it was a remarkable ceremony to mark the tenth year of the awards. YNaija has... Read More

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September 18, 2015

OC Ukeje reveals why he’s in a long distance marriage

OC Ukeje, wedded Ibukunoluwa Togonu-Bickersteth, almost a year ago but both of them have hardly lived together, since then. The actor, in an interview with Hip TV, talked about what it’s like to have his wife live thousands of miles away in the United States, while he maintains a career back home. Watch below;

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September 7, 2015

Kate Henshaw, Funke Akindele, OC Ukeje, Kemi Lala Akindoju and others set to take the stage for Bobo Omotayo’s London Life, Lagos Living this October!

The Make it Happen Productions, one of the leading production companies in Nigeria is set to keep her audience on the edge of their seats with yet another extravaganza as it presents the stage adaptation of Bobo Omotayo’s “London Life, Lagos Living.” A much anticipated production, the play features a cast of A-list actors which... Read More

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The Make it Happen Productions presents Bobo Omotayo’s London Life, Lagos Living

Make it Happen Productions, one of the leading production companies in Nigeria is set to thrill its numerous fans to yet another spectacle as it presents the stage play, “London Life, Lagos Living.” A stage production of Bobo Omotayo’s book, the play brings together a potpourri of A-list actors who will give members of the... Read More

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Movie Review: 3 Is Company

An ambitious career woman is horrified when her husband’s best friend starts showing a romantic interest in her arch enemy at work.

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OC Ukeje promised us a month… but his wedding ring is still ‘missing’

by Chinwe Okafor OC Ukeje was spotted at the AMVCA without his ring once again and we are wondering why. This sparked controversy recently when he appeared at some public events without wearing his wedding band barely weeks after his marriage. The actor initially came out after that to clear the air saying the ring: “My ring will... Read More

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Men in suits, traditional outfits & more… what the guys wore to the #AMVCA2015 (PHOTOS)

by Anike Jacobs From the traditional native wears to the guys in suit, we bring you the dapper looks at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) on Saturday night.

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February 26, 2015

Africa Magic hosts AMVCA nominees to brunch in style with Mania Magazine (PHOTOS)

by Temitope Onitiju It was an afternoon of celebration, glitz and glamour as Africa Magic, the continent’s leading provider of world class entertainment, treated nominees for the 2015 edition of the prestigious Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) to a celebratory brunch. The brunch, which held at the Ball Room of the Intercontinental Hotel, Lagos,... Read More

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February 25, 2015

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, Lagos. Omoni Oboli, OC Ukeje, Joke Silva, Ireti Doyle, Kunle Afolayan, Lala Akindoju, Ozzy Agu, Linda Ejiofor, IK Osakioduwa, Vimbai Mutinhiri, Kelechi Amadi-Obi, Blossom Chukwujekwu,... Read More

Blossom Chukwujekwu, Busola Tejumola, IK Osakioduwa, ireti doyle, Ivie Okujaye, Jennifer Alegieuni, John Ugbe, Joke Silva, kelechi amadi-obi, Kunle Afolayan, Lala Akindoju, Linda Ejiofor, Martin Mabutho, OC Ukeje, Omoni Oboli, Ozzy Agu, Toyin Aimakhu, Vimbai Mutinhiri, Wangi Mba-Uzuokwu

February 14, 2015

I got many hate messages when I got married – OC Ukeje

by Anike Jacobs Actor, OC Ukeje recently broke the hearts of many when he married his girlfriend, Ibukun Togonu in a private ceremony in Lagos. Well, in an interview with Saturday Beats, he said that act got so many women riled up as he received hate messages because of it. “I got so many hate... Read More

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December 15, 2014

We bring you the full list of winners at #TheHeadies2014

by Kolapo Olapoju The Headies 2014 measured up to all expectations with the glitz and glamour the foremost entertainment awards is known to throw up. The awards which dragged on till the wee hours of Monday morning had the usual suspects, Davido, Olamide, Patoranking, Sean Tizzle, Don Jazzy, Timi Dakolo, Oritsefemi and more, having a... Read More

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December 15, 2014

First photos: Celebrities on the red carpet at the Headies Awards

by Damilola Jagun The Headies 2014 awards is presently ongoing at the Eko hotel, convention centre, in Victoria Island. Many celebrities are looking dapper while some are clad in hip gears. Instagram has been flooded with photos of their outfits. Check out below, photos of Toolz, Dakore Egbuson Akande, OC Ukeje, Dr Sid and Simi Osomo,... Read More

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December 11, 2014

Mercy Johnson, IK Ogbonna, Frank Donga, others make the AMVCA nominees list

by Peyton Sawywer The organizers of the 2015 Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards made an announcement last night and the list has revealed. A good number of Nollywood stars and 2014 movies were unveiled at the event that took place at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, Lekki, Lagos. Amongst the nominees slated for an... Read More

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