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![Veteran Actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo Fumes As FG Bans ‘Money Rituals’ In Nollywood]()
Veteran Actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo Fumes As FG Bans ‘Money Rituals’ In Nollywood
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo has kicked against FG's ban of money rituals in films. He joined other prominent figures in Nigeria’s movie industry to strongly oppose the government’s new restrictions. FG had put a restriction on rituals and other portrayals in films, music vide... -
![Funke Akindele vs. Toyin Abraham: Uncovering The Hidden Feuds And Politics In Nollywood"]()
Funke Akindele vs. Toyin Abraham: Uncovering The Hidden Feuds And Politics In Nollywood"
The Nigerian entertainment industry, like many others, is rife with internal politics and personal rivalries that can sometimes affect professional decisions and opportunities.Checkout the highlights shared of several key incidents involving prominent figures in Nollywood: Kunle Afod's Alleged... -
![VIDEO: Veteran Nollywood Actor, Zack Orji Reveals His Real Identity, Says He Is From Gabon]()
VIDEO: Veteran Nollywood Actor, Zack Orji Reveals His Real Identity, Says He Is From Gabon
Veteran Nollywood actor Zack Orji has revealed that he is not a full Nigerian as he opens up about his identity and heritage.According to the seasoned actor, he is a citizen of Gabon as he was born there.In a recent podcast interview, the actor, well-known for his fierce performances in the Nigeria... -
![Nollywood Actress, Bimbo Afolayan Pens Lovely Note To Mum On Her Birthday]()
Nollywood Actress, Bimbo Afolayan Pens Lovely Note To Mum On Her Birthday
Nollywood actress and business woman, Abimbola Ogunnowo Afolayan has penned a sweet note to her mum on her birthdayAppreciating her for her sacrifices and attention from her tender age up till this moment, she wrote; ”Happy birthday to the love of my lifeMy mother @alhaja_ojasope20Every year I co... -
![Photos and Videos From Burial Of Famous Nollywood Actor, Junior Pope]()
Photos and Videos From Burial Of Famous Nollywood Actor, Junior Pope
UKEHE, ENUGU STATE - The remains of the late JohnPaul Odonwodo, better known as Junior Pope, have arrived in his hometown of Ukehe in the Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area of Enugu State.Gistmania reports that the burial is currently underway, attended by numerous Nollywood personalities who have co... -
![Nollywood Actor, Stan Eze Looks Dapper As He Shows Off New For His Birthday]()
Nollywood Actor, Stan Eze Looks Dapper As He Shows Off New For His Birthday
Actor Stan Nze has shared new photos of himself on his Instagram page to the delight of his fans as he turned a year older yesterday.We definitely love this look. More photos below… ... -
![VIDEO: Nollywood Stars Hold Candlelight Service For Late Actor, Junior Pope]()
VIDEO: Nollywood Stars Hold Candlelight Service For Late Actor, Junior Pope
Nollywood stars held a candlelight vigil to mourn the demise of their colleague, Junior Pope who perished in a boat mishap alongside other crew members.The widow of the deceased, Jennifer Awele Okpuno, was also seen at the sad event.While many of the victims have already been laid to rest and honou... -
![How I Nearly Harmed Myself Over Fake News -Nollywood Actress, Eniola Ajao Reveals]()
How I Nearly Harmed Myself Over Fake News -Nollywood Actress, Eniola Ajao Reveals
Nollywood actress, Eniola Ajao has said she once tried to harm herself because of a fake news written about her. She opened up during an interview with The Tribune Newspaper. The actress revealed she almost poisoned herself after fake news was published about her. According to her, she starved hers... -
![How I Nearly Harmed Myself Over Fake News -Nollywood Actress, Eniola Ajao Reveals]()
How I Nearly Harmed Myself Over Fake News -Nollywood Actress, Eniola Ajao Reveals
Nollywood actress, Eniola Ajao has said she once tried to harm herself because of a fake news written about her. She opened up during an interview with The Tribune Newspaper. The actress revealed she almost poisoned herself after fake news was published about her. According to her, she starved hers... -
![Nollywood Actor Somadina Adimna Celebrates Birthday With New Photos]()
Nollywood Actor Somadina Adimna Celebrates Birthday With New Photos
Nollywood actor, Somadina Adimna is a year older today.To celebrate his special day, he shared cute photos of himself to the delight of his fans on Instagram.More photos below… ... -
![Singer, Skales Makes Nollywood Debut, Features In #SeekingJustice, Directed By JJC]()
Singer, Skales Makes Nollywood Debut, Features In #SeekingJustice, Directed By JJC
Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, a Nigerian singer and rapper turned film actor known by his stage name Skales, has made his Nollywood debut.The actor took to Instagram, a photo and video sharing platform, to share a shot of himself working on a film set with a bleeding face.Following speculations that he h... -
![Nollywood Actor Bolanle Ninalowo Celebrates 44th Birthday]()
Nollywood Actor Bolanle Ninalowo Celebrates 44th Birthday
Popular Nollywood actor, Bolanle Ninalowo has celebrated his 44th birthday in grand style. He shared a photo of himself, expressing gratitude to his creator for gracefully turning a new age. He captioned the photo: “44 years of Grace! Thank you lord Maka” Colleagues, friends, and fans flooded... -
![VIDEO: Veteran Actor Kanayo O. Kanayo Officially Welcomes Son To Nollywood Industry]()
VIDEO: Veteran Actor Kanayo O. Kanayo Officially Welcomes Son To Nollywood Industry
Veteran actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo officially presents his first son, Clinton Onyeze, as he makes his debut in the Nollywood industry.Before the commencement of a movie shoot, the prominent actor addressed the crew and formally introduced his son to everyone, announcing his roles as Assistant Producti... -
![Actors In Nollywood Films Used To Be Cast Based On Social Media Followers – Uzor Arukwe]()
Actors In Nollywood Films Used To Be Cast Based On Social Media Followers – Uzor Arukwe
Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe claimed that in the past, obtaining a social media follower was a requirement for actors hoping to land movie roles from some Nigerian film producers.According to him, social media followers are more important to casting directors than skill.During his time as a struggli... -
![VIDEO: Nollywood Actress & Ex-Beauty Queen, Ronke Tiamiyu Welcomes First Child]()
VIDEO: Nollywood Actress & Ex-Beauty Queen, Ronke Tiamiyu Welcomes First Child
Nollywood actress and ex-beauty queen, Ronke Tiamiyu has welcomed her first childThe new mum shared the good news on her Instagram page writing; ”A very short story…. #newmum #mummy” This is coming after she announced her pregnancy in January.We say big congrats to her![html]... -
![Former Nollywood Star, Lola Alao Recounts Shocking Incident Of Assault While Working In Canada (Video)]()
Former Nollywood Star, Lola Alao Recounts Shocking Incident Of Assault While Working In Canada (Video)
Former Nollywood actress, Lola Alao has recalled how she was slapped during a job in Canada. The former actress narrated her humiliating experience saying it happened after she relocated to the countryHow I was slapped at a job in Canada – Lola AlaoOn actor Kunle Afod’s show, she recalled how a... -
![Nollywood Legend, Genevieve Nnaji Celebrates 45th Birthday Today]()
Nollywood Legend, Genevieve Nnaji Celebrates 45th Birthday Today
Genevieve Nnaji is celebrating four decades plus five more on Earth and she looks beyond incredible!The ageless beauty, although very private and barely a social media person, has fans who are celebrating her all over social media while handing her some flowers for a stellar career.Some accolades G... -
![FRESH: Nollywood Lovers, IK Ogbonna & Ini Edo Reportedly Engaged]()
FRESH: Nollywood Lovers, IK Ogbonna & Ini Edo Reportedly Engaged
Nollywood actors and lovers, IK Ogbonna and Ini Edo reportedly secretly engaged as their wedding is happening soon.Both actors have been hiding their relationship but sometimes shows off their public display on birthdays.Although Both Ini Edo and IK Ogbonna are divorced. Ini Edo was previously marr... -
![Family Speaks On Burial Of Nollywood Actor Junior Pope]()
Family Speaks On Burial Of Nollywood Actor Junior Pope
The family of late Nollywood actor, John Paul Odonwodo, a.k.a Junior Pope, has said every information about his funeral will be disclosed by Central Planning Committee (CPC) set up for his burial.Junior Pope died alongside three of his colleagues on Wednesday when their boat capsized on Anam River,... -
![Lady Accuses Veteran Nollywood Actor, Yemi Solade of Sending Her N00d Pictures on Facebook]()
Lady Accuses Veteran Nollywood Actor, Yemi Solade of Sending Her N00d Pictures on Facebook
Nollywood actor Yemi Solade has been accused by a lady of sending his nude pictures to her on Facebook.Taking to social media, the lady, identified as Amaka AFC, claimed that the veteran actor used to send her his dick pictures on Facebook. She questioned why anyone would think she was making up su... -
![Nollywood Has Produced 274 Films in First Quarter of 2024 — Censors Board]()
Nollywood Has Produced 274 Films in First Quarter of 2024 — Censors Board
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) says it received and classified 274 movies produced by the Nigerian film industry in the first quarter of the year.Dr Shaibu Husseini, Executive Director/CEO of the board made this known in a statement on Monday in Abuja.The NFVCB boss said the figu... -
![Nollywood Thrown Into Mourning Again as Veteran Yoruba Actor, Baba Ogunjimi Passes On]()
Nollywood Thrown Into Mourning Again as Veteran Yoruba Actor, Baba Ogunjimi Passes On
Nollywood has been thrown into mourning again as they lose one of their veterans, Baba Ogunjimi.The sad news was made known by his junior colleague, Kunle Afod via his Instagram page. He stated that they tried their best but God loves the actor more.Praying for his soul to rest in peace, he bid him... -
![Another Nollywood Legend, Mr Zulu Adigwe Passes On]()
Another Nollywood Legend, Mr Zulu Adigwe Passes On
Barely a few days after the death of popular actor Pope Obumneme Odonwodo, aka Junior Pope, Nollywood loses another legend. Veteran movie star Pa Zulu Adigwe has been reportedly announced dead. It was learnt on Tuesday evening, April 23, 2024. Instagram Movie producer Stanley Nwoke, best known as S... -
![Baba Ijesha: Court Of Appeal To Review Rape Conviction Of Nollywood Star, Olanrewaju James]()
Baba Ijesha: Court Of Appeal To Review Rape Conviction Of Nollywood Star, Olanrewaju James
Nollywood actor Olanrewaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has filed an appeal with the Court of Appeal, Lagos Division, seeking to overturn his conviction by a Lagos State High Court for the sexual assault of a minor.The case, which has drawn significant attention, involves allegations agai... -
![Nollywood Actress, Faithia Williams Mourns Death Of Her Father]()
Nollywood Actress, Faithia Williams Mourns Death Of Her Father
Nollywood actress Faithia Williams has lost her father to death.With a heavy heart, the actress announced the death of her father to her fans and followers in social media.The beautiful actress expressed sadness to tell her father good night at such a time and prayed his soul reata in peace. “Wi... -
![Competition In The Nollywood Industry; Toyin Abraham Shower Praises On Mercy Aigbe]()
Competition In The Nollywood Industry; Toyin Abraham Shower Praises On Mercy Aigbe
Toyin Abraham has reached out to fellow actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe, offering an olive branch for peace and healthyMercy Aigbe who launched her maiden edition in December 2023 with ‘Ada Omo Daddy’ has carved a niche for herself with the hope to surpass her current feat in her next cinemat... -
![After Years Of Bitter Rivalry, Nollywood Actress, Toyin Abraham Extends Olive Branch To Funke Akindele, Calls For Industry Unity]()
After Years Of Bitter Rivalry, Nollywood Actress, Toyin Abraham Extends Olive Branch To Funke Akindele, Calls For Industry Unity
In a move aimed at fostering unity and mutual respect within the Nigerian movie industry, popular actress Abraham took to Instagram to extend an olive branch to her colleague, Akindele.Reflecting on their past rivalry and the competitive atmosphere that once prevailed in the Yoruba movie industry, ... -
![Veteran Actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo Raises Concerns Over Shift To YouTube In Nollywood]()
Veteran Actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo Raises Concerns Over Shift To YouTube In Nollywood
Renowned Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has voiced his concerns about the growing trend of filmmakers turning to YouTube as an alternative platform for monetizing their content, expressing worries about its long-term impact on the industry.In an Instagram post shared on Friday, Kanayo highlight... -
![Check Out These Nollywood Actors Who Ventured Into Music]()
Check Out These Nollywood Actors Who Ventured Into Music
1. Nkem Owoh, aka Osuofia Seasoned thespian and comedian Nkem Owoh enjoyed nationwide success when he dabbled into music. His hit single, I Go Chop Your Dollar, is cut from the same cloth as Olu Maintain’s Yahooze and it enjoyed equal nationwide success. 2. Omotola Jalade Ekehinde Omotola Jalade... -
![Who Be Your Papa? – Nollywood Actor, Emeka Ike Blasts Alleged Son Who Left School For Music]()
Who Be Your Papa? – Nollywood Actor, Emeka Ike Blasts Alleged Son Who Left School For Music
Veteran actor, Emeka Ike has taken a swipe at an upcoming artist, Flobill, who claimed to be his son.Flobill released a music video claiming to be Ike’s son who left school to embrace music.Reacting to the claims via the comment section of an Instagram blog post, Emeka Ike urged the singer to go ... -
![Photos From The Ongoing Funeral of Nollywood Makeup Artiste, Abigail Frederick in Akwa Ibom]()
Photos From The Ongoing Funeral of Nollywood Makeup Artiste, Abigail Frederick in Akwa Ibom
The remains of Abigail Frederick, the Nollywood makeup artist that died in the ill fated boat mishap that claimed the lives of actor Junior Pope and three others in Anambra state on April 10, has been laid to rest in her family compound at Ikot Udoma, Eket local government area, today April 15. The... -
![Nollywood Actor, Zubby Michael Faces Backlash For Silence On Junior Pope's Tragic Death]()
Nollywood Actor, Zubby Michael Faces Backlash For Silence On Junior Pope's Tragic Death
In the wake of the tragic passing of Nollywood actor Junior Pope and four other crew members in a boat mishap on April 10, 2024, social media has erupted with criticism directed at fellow actor Zubby Michael for his apparent silence on the matter.While many celebrities took to their social media pl... -
![Late Nollywood Icon, Mr. Ibu To be Laid To Rest In Hometown As Family Releases Burial Details]()
Late Nollywood Icon, Mr. Ibu To be Laid To Rest In Hometown As Family Releases Burial Details
The family of the late veteran Nollywood actor, John Ikechukwu Okafor, famously known as Mr. Ibu, has announced plans for his final rites, with the burial scheduled to take place on June 28 in his hometown of Amuri, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State.According to a statement released b... -
!["What I Like Most About Nollywood" - Kenyan Actress, Ruth Nulu Maingi Reveals As She Marks Her Growing Presence in Nollywood]()
"What I Like Most About Nollywood" - Kenyan Actress, Ruth Nulu Maingi Reveals As She Marks Her Growing Presence in Nollywood
Kenyan actress Ruth Nulu Maingi continues to make significant strides in the Nigerian movie industry with her recent role in the Nollywood film "PlayBack," directed by renowned filmmaker Lancelot Imasuen. This marks Maingi's second collaboration with Imasuen, following her Nollywood ... -
![Daddy Freeze Blasts Nollywood Producers Over Burial Of Make-up Artist At Riverside]()
Daddy Freeze Blasts Nollywood Producers Over Burial Of Make-up Artist At Riverside
Nigerian media personality, Daddy Freeze has queried Nollywood producers for choosing to bury make-up artist, Abigail Fredrick, at the riversideDaddy Freeze blasts Nollywood Producers over burial of Make-up Artist at Riverside Abigail was involved in the boat mishap that led to the death of N... -
![Veteran Nollywood Actor, Jerry Amilo Tenders Apology For Posting Junior Pope’s Corpse]()
Veteran Nollywood Actor, Jerry Amilo Tenders Apology For Posting Junior Pope’s Corpse
Veteran Nollywood actor, Jerry Amilo, has tendered an apology to Nigerians who were disappointed by his recent post where he shared the corpse of his colleague, Junior Pope.New Telegraph reports that Jerry Amilo, had taken to social media to post the corpse of the late Junior Pope. The lifeless bod... -
![Nollywood Star, Anita Joseph, Lands Multimillion Naira Endorsement Deal]()
Nollywood Star, Anita Joseph, Lands Multimillion Naira Endorsement Deal
Curvy Nollywood, Anita Joseph Olagunju, has landed a multimillion-naira endorsement deal with the leading Real Estate Development firm, Harmony Gardens and Estate Development Ltd. The dynamic actress and her husband/manager were recently spotted at the Harmony Gardens and Estate Development Limited... -
![VID: Actor TC Okafor Officially Quits Nollywood After Surviving Boat Accident, Shares Experience]()
VID: Actor TC Okafor Officially Quits Nollywood After Surviving Boat Accident, Shares Experience
Nollywood actor TC Okafor has quit acting after suriving a Boat accident that killed four of his colleagues including popular actor Junion Pope...In a video detailing how their boat collided with another boat, TC revealed that the role he was playing,the movie owner Adamma Luke begged to pay him 10... -
![Nollywood Producer Calls For Arrest Of Adanma Luke & Boat Driver Over Jnr. Pope's Death]()
Nollywood Producer Calls For Arrest Of Adanma Luke & Boat Driver Over Jnr. Pope's Death
In a heart-wrenching turn of events that has cast a shadow over Nigeria's film industry, a tragic accident has led to the untimely demise of beloved actor Junior Pope alongside several colleagues. In the aftermath, Stanley, a Nigerian movie producer who was present during the incident, has ign... -
![Junior Pope: Video Of Prophetess Prophesizing About Accident On Nollywood Movie Set Resurfaces]()
Junior Pope: Video Of Prophetess Prophesizing About Accident On Nollywood Movie Set Resurfaces
A video of a prophetess has resurfaced online a few hours after Junior Pope was reported dead after drowning in River Niger.Social media users and loved ones of the Nollywood actor, Junior Pope have been thrown into mourning after the news of his sudden demise.Amidst the brouhaha concerning his dea...
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