Actress Allwell Ademola Dies at 43
Nollywood actress and producer Allwell Ademola has passed away at age 43 in Lagos. Her death was confirmed by colleague Faithia Williams. Discover her legacy.
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Actress Allwell Ademola Dies at 43
Nollywood mourns the sudden death of actress and producer Allwell Ademola at 43. Colleagues express shock as tributes pour in. Read more about her life and legacy.
Nollywood Actress Allwell Ademola Dies at 43
Shock as Nollywood actress and producer Allwell Ademola passes away in Lagos at 43. Read tributes from colleagues and details of her final hours.
Toyin Abraham Alleges Cinema Sabotage of Her Movie
Nollywood star Toyin Abraham claims cinemas are sabotaging her film 'Oversabi Aunty' with bad slots and false 'sold out' claims. She broke down in an emotional Instagram Live session.
Nollywood Producers Accuse Cinemas of Sabotage
Top Nollywood producers Toyin Abraham, Niyi Akinmolayan, and Ini Edo accuse cinema operators of unfair screening practices, hurting their December releases. Read the full story.
All Niger Schoolchildren Accounted For After Kidnapping
The Catholic Diocese confirms all students and staff from St Mary's school in Papiri are safe and reunited with families. Get the full story on the resolution of this harrowing incident.
Nollywood's Itele Splashes Millions on New Car for Birthday
Yoruba actor Itele rewards himself with a luxury car ahead of his January 1 birthday, following a successful 2025 capped by his hit movie 'Koleoso'. He also addresses past health rumours.
Lalude Alleges Exclusion by Nollywood Stars Adebayo, Adekola
Nollywood veteran Lalude makes bold claims of being sidelined by colleagues Femi Adebayo and Odunlade Adekola, revealing deep hurt and questioning the reasons behind his exclusion from their projects.
NFC and PlotWeaver Partner for AI-Powered Storytelling
The Nigerian Film Corporation partners with PlotWeaver to deploy AI storytelling tools nationwide, aiming to revolutionize Nollywood's creative process and global reach. Discover the future of film.
Ini Edo Appeals to NFVCB Over Film Title Controversy
Nollywood star Ini Edo makes emotional appeal to NFVCB and public not to withdraw her film 'A Very Dirty Christmas' from cinemas, citing financial losses and clarifying the title's intent.
Bollywood Profits Squeezed by Star Fees, Entourages
Bollywood producers reveal how stars' multi-million dollar fees and lavish demands for entourages and trailers are crippling film finances. Discover the industry's call for change.
Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.
Nollywood's $1 Billion Deal Marks New Chapter
Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, enters a transformative phase with a $1 billion partnership between The Entertainment Network (TEN) and The Evolution Media Group (TEMG). Discover the plans for global expansion, new studios, and job creation.
Wim Wenders Heads Berlinale 2026 Jury; Film News Roundup
Legendary director Wim Wenders named President of Berlinale 2026 International Jury. Updates on Nigeria's Oscar entry, Tunisia's shortlist success, and call for Coal City Film Festival submissions.
CAN Slams 'A Very Dirty Christmas' Movie, Seeks Apology
The Christian Association of Nigeria condemns the Nollywood film 'A Very Dirty Christmas' as offensive, calls for a title change and public apology from producers.
Son, 4 others arrested for fake kidnapping in Lagos
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging his own kidnapping to extort N1.7 million from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
Boy Fakes Kidnapping, Extorts N1.7m from Mother
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7 million ransom from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
5 Arrested in Lagos for Staged Kidnapping, Extortion Plot
Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
Ini Edo Addresses CAN on Christmas Movie Backlash
Nollywood star Ini Edo officially responds to CAN's criticism of her film 'A Very Dirty Christmas,' stating it's meant to provoke thought. She confirms all regulatory approvals were secured.
NFVCB Orders Title Change for Ini Edo's Christmas Film
Nigeria's film board requests Ini Edo modify her movie title 'A Very Dirty Christmas' following Christian Association protests. The board assures sensitivity while defending its initial approval process.
Studio: New Ogbomoso Film Is Heritage Project, Not Remake
Fewchore Studios clarifies its historical film on Soun Ogunlola is an original work, not a remake of 'Ogbori Elemoso'. The project has the Soun's authorisation to promote Ogbomoso's cultural heritage. Read the full details.
Actor Lalude Links Kidnapping to Destiny, Not Government
Yoruba actor Fatai Oodua (Lalude) sparks debate by claiming kidnapping in Nigeria is a matter of fate. He argues it's not the government's failure and advises citizens to stay vigilant. Read his full controversial take.
Veteran Actor Lere Paimo Fights Unauthorized Film Remake
Nollywood legend Lere Paimo accuses a production company of attempting to remake his classic 'Ogbori Elemoso' without consent. He reveals he returned a suspicious ₦7.5m payment and is seeking intervention. Read the full story.
Lateef Adedimeji Launches Ekiti Film Village, Joins Elite Club
Nollywood star Lateef Adedimeji has unveiled his multi-billion-naira film village in Ekiti State, joining an exclusive club of actors with private production hubs. Governor Oyebanji commissioned the project.
Behind Funke Akindele's Record 200M Naira Opening Weekend
Discover the strategic marketing and grassroots efforts that powered Funke Akindele's latest film to a historic 200 million Naira opening weekend. Learn the secrets behind the numbers.
Kizz Daniel's Bouncer Trends for Vigilance at Film Fest
A video of Kizz Daniel's muscular bouncer, Atobiloye Kelvin, on high alert at a Ghana film festival has sparked massive reactions online. See why netizens say 'he's not playing'.
Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe
Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.
New Platform Aims to Formalise Nollywood Screenwriting
A new digital platform, Write Worth, launches to protect Nigerian screenwriters with legal safeguards, escrow payments, and a secure marketplace. Discover how it changes the game.
Warlord: Olori Ogun Hits N47m Box Office Opening
Odunlade Adekola's new film 'Warlord: Olori Ogun' makes a massive N47 million in its opening weekend. Read about the star-studded premiere and FilmOne's push for indigenous storytelling.
7 Nigerian Books That Deserve Major Film Adaptations
From Chimamanda to Buchi Emecheta, explore seven gripping Nigerian novels with cinematic potential. These stories are ready to captivate global audiences on the big screen.
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