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Netflix keeps acquiring content, but 75% of subscribers want Nollywood legacy films
The Issue The ongoing partnership between Nollywood and Netflix has shifted habits in movie consumption towards streaming. Available since 2016 but launched in Nigeria February, 2020, the global streaming platform…
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[The Film Blog] How to make a Nollywood Film in 2018
Nollywood has come a long way since low-budget, era-defining films like Living in Bondage and Nneka the Pretty Serpent. But today's filmmaking is all about the box office and sequels,…
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The Good, the bad, and the left out: Lessons from the VICE on HBO Nollywood documentary
Nollywood, the second biggest film industry in the world, has since put Nigeria on the global map. The 2016 record-breaking, romantic comedy The Wedding Party is indicative of the evolutionary…
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[The Film Blog] We need to talk about Nollywood’s obsession with marriage
Hello Nollywood, can you hear me? I'm fairly convinced that I speak for everyone when I say I'm tired of wedding films, and the ones that insidiously pressure Nigerian women…
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[The Film Blog] Kemi Adetiba has an upcoming film and it’s called “King of Boys”
As one of the few female directors in Nigeria who have successfully helmed the country's best selling film, everyone has been wondering what next filmmaker Kemi Adetiba would try her…
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“I thought I was in a Bollywood scene with Sunita and Punjab everywhere” | Nigerians react to celebrities’ #TWP2premiere outfits
It’s been nearly 24 hours since the Arabian-themed premiere for The Wedding Party 2 held and from all that we̵…
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How did these celebs get the Arabian theme wrong at The Wedding Party 2 premiere?
When we found that the world premiere of The Wedding Party sequel was themed Arabian Nights, we could not quite box our …
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Entertainment Roundup: The Wedding Party 2 premieres in an Arabian-themed party; Kiss Daniel’s former manager accuses him of avoiding court papers | More stories
Here's a recap of the biggest stories that made the rounds in entertainment over the weekend and others that unraveled while you slept through Sunday night. The Wedding Party 2…
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Beverly Naya, Ebuka, Ini Dima-Okojie | How The Wedding Party 2 premiere’s Arabian theme translates in fashion
We totally dig themed parties and so far tonight, this one has given us a lot of looks to be excited about. The grand pr…
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#BAAD2017: How Banky and Adesua’s love story started – A Timeline
Today, Nigeria’s favourite sweethearts, Banky W and Adesua Etomi will be sealing their union in a white wedding ce…
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#BAAD2017: Let’s talk about everything we (do not) know about Banky W and Adesua’s wedding
Say hello to 2017’s best kept secret. When Nigerian R&B star and all-round amazing guy, Banky W announced his …
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The Film Blog: Can The Wedding Party 2 outshine its first part?
We're certain you've seen the teaser for the sequel to 2016's Nollywood blockbuster movie, The Wedding Party. But if you haven't, then here: That you already love it and…
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Film Review: My Wife and I asks for too much, offers little rewards
by Wilfred Okiche It is probably a good thing that Nollywood is reaching for more interesting ways to tell pretty conventional stories of love, family and loss. It would be…
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Film review: Banana Island Ghost – Between style and substance
by Wilfred Okiche As far as Nollywood is concerned, comedy is in right now. No other genre is even close to being as lucrative. 2017 has brought Isoken, 10 Days…
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Eunice Omole, Micheal Willia,s, Temidayo Abudu share the secret behind The Wedding Party at C3 – Nigeria’s first Content Market
Nigeria’s first content market held on August 4th, 2017 at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island Lagos and had over 200 people in attendance, consisting of over 100 registered content developers,…
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The Media Blog: So, basically, this stupid ThisDay story blames ‘feminism’ for Ireti Doyle’s marital issues
You have to read the stupidity to believe it. They even blame Mo Abudu for giving Ireti Doyle new roles. According to this Thisday story, "Then came media mogul, Mo…
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Isoken debuts at Number 1 in our Top 10 Film countdown
Jade Osiberu's Isoken has waltzed its way into the number one position of the YNaija Ranking for film this month. The movie which hit the cinemas on June 16th has garnered a…
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The Film Blog: Comparisons between The Wedding Party and Isoken are misguided – and unnecessary
We know the coming of Isoken has given all the guys who low-key hated The Wedding Party (TWP) frenzy, an excuse to finally speak out. We understand. It must…
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The Film Blog: We remember Niyi Akinmolayan’s tweet storm on AMAA last year
This morning, we asked a question by the way, as to why industry players are essentially ignoring the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA). New Nollywood really doesn't care to be…
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Alakada Reloaded, Slow Country make an entry into our top 10 film countdown
Recently released movie, Alakada Reloaded has found its way to our top ten film countdown. The movie produced by Toyin Abraham which is the third instalment of the Alakada series hit the…
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Nollywood veteran, Chiwetalu Agu to feature in ‘The Wedding Party 2’
by Azeez Adeniyi As pictures from the making of 'The Wedding Party 2' begin to roll in, it has been confirmed that Nollywood veteran, Chiwetalu Agu has been added to…
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Peter Okoye to feature in Genevieve Nnaji’s movie
Nigerian singer, Peter okoye, just like so many other celebrities has decided to try out his hands on other things. Genevieve Nnaji's movie might be something you want to watch,…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Banky W & Adesuwa Etomi are a couple; Beverly Naya defends herself and Don Jazzy sets his sights on Linda Ikeji [The Lovestruck edition]
Every day, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are…
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The Film Blog: Banky W and Adesua Etomi are a marketing dream
So yes, they get married in one movie. The sequel gets announced, and shortly after, they announce they are getting married for real. We said it before that The Wedding…
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“The biggest secret I’ve had to keep in my life” | Celebrities react to Banky W and Adesua Etomi’s engagement news
No lies or pretence! This is the best news Nigerians have received since Anthony Joshua knocked out Wladimir Klitschko to win the heavyweight title almost a week ago. There was…
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‘We were hiding in plain sight’ | Banky W finally gets engaged to Adesua Etomi
by Dolapo Adelana Musician Banky W on Wednesday confirmed that he and actress Adesua Etomi are engaged. In a post on his Instagram page, The Wedding Party star said he proposed to…
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Film review: Patience Ozokwor makes a spectacular return to form in Kunle Afolayan’s Omugwo
by Wilfred Okiche When the most influential filmmaker of a generation decides to join forces with the continent’s most important platform for small screen content to make a major feature…
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Brave Women: “The heart of a lion” | Mo Abudu profiles Kemi Adetiba
by Mo Abudu The shock appears to have come and gone. The headlines remain, but by now, the figures are not news anymore. Not unknown, but likely less prominent in…
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The Film Blog: The Wedding Party proves no one is safe from piracy
You'e not safe. Not even if you're literally the biggest and most successful movie in Nigerian history. Sure, it makes sense to expect that pirates would set their sights on…
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The YNaija Ranking: The Wedding Party retains the Number 1 position on our top 10 film countdown
The Wedding Party maintains its number one position on this month’s top 10 film ranking. A little over a month ago we said it had smashed every single film record…
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The September Standard
- 2024: A Transformative Year for Fashion in Nigeria and Beyond + Top 50 Nigerians in Fashion in 2024
- Boadicea The Victorious’ “Defender” Fragrance Makes a Bold Entrance in Lagos
- Art Unmasked: Lagos Art Salon Brings Nigerian Art into the Spotlight
- Skin is In Foundation by RLG x Anita Brows: A New Player in Nigeria’s Beauty Market
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
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