Meet the Bosses: Tom Rowland-Rees and Kenneth Gyang, Cinema Kpatakpata

  Connect Nigeria had the opportunity to chat with these two bosses about their company, Cinema Kpatakpata and about the Nigerian movie industry. Their determination to chart new paths and set standards in Nollywood when it comes to storytelling and

‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ Gets April 25th Premiere Date in Lagos

The movie adaptation of the critically acclaimed book by author, Chimamanda Adichie, ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’, will premiere in Lagos April 25, 2014. ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ stars British actor and Academy Award nominee, Chiwetel Ejiofor; British actress,

EXCLUSIVE: Tope Tedela Squashes Rumour of Not Being Paid for Award-winning Role

It was a surprise to many movie lovers when new actor, Tope Tedela, was announced winner of ‘Best Actor in a Drama’ for his role in low-budget drama, A Mile From Home; It was, however, more surprising when reports emanated

Nigerian Author, Chimamanda Adichie, Wins Fiction Prize

Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s ‘Americanah’, a fictional novel about race and identity, has won the prestigious National Book Critics Circle prize for fiction. Adichie’s novel was selected over ‘The Goldfinch’ by author Donna Tartt and three other finalists. Other

Unveiling Nigeria’s Top Media Personalities

By Sam Anokam Today, we could see these top Nigerian Media Personalities trying their hands in the showbiz industry. They have, through one way or the other, ventured into the various sectors of the entertainment industry –acting, singing, standup comedy

Omoni Oboli Is The Best Actress In Nigeria – Desmond Ovbiagele and Steve Shodiya

Movie director, Desmond Ovbiagele, and movie editor, Steve Shodiya have asserted that Nollywood actress, Omoni Oboli, is Nollywood’s best actress. Both men, Desmond Ovbiagele, and Steve Shodiya, producer and director of movie ‘Render to Caesar’, made this assertion during

2Face, Omawumi and Denrele to Act in Ivie Okujaye’s Move

The movie ‘Make a Move’, a dance-themed musical movie produced by AMVCA winner, Ivie Okujaye and directed by Niyi Akinmolayan is set to be released in the cinemas in June, starring Nigerian Superstar singers 2Face Idibia, Omawumi, and Denrele Edun.

Basketmouth, Goodluck Jonathan, Obasanjo, Patience Ozokwor feature as Puppets in ‘Ogas at the Top’

‘Ogas at the Top’, a satirical puppet show which will involve top personalities in the political, religious and entertainment sector is set to premiere in Nigeria. It will feature puppet doubles of Olusegun Obasanjo, Patience Ozokwor, Sani Abacha, Basketmouth, Ibrahim

Discover Nigeria: A Tribute to My Ancestors

‘A man, who doesn’t know where he is coming from cannot tell where he is going,’ goes a common Nigerian cliché, which in a sense, behoves us about taking into account things like our identities, our mistakes, our successes et

New Act, Tope Tedela Emerges Best Actor at Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

Surprise winner of the night at the second edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) held Saturday, March 8, 2014, at the Eko Convention Centre of Eko Hotel and Suites was newcomer, Tope Tedela, who won the Best

Enter for NiPHEC Photo Contest: Nigeria People and Places

The Nigeria Photography Expo & Conference (NiPHEC) is set to reward photographers and promote Nigeria’s rich heritage with this year’s photo contest. This year’s theme is centered on Nigerian People & Places and it is geared towards celebrating Nigeria at

VC Perez, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Search for ‘Next Gospel Voice’

Ace music producer, VC Perez in collaboration with Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and Spirit and Life Bible Church are in search for the ‘Next Gospel Voice’ in the capital city of Abuja. The music reality competition aims at finding

Mikel Obi and Genevieve Nnaji Star in Inspirational Short Movie – ‘The Journey’

Chelsea football star, Mikel Obi, has made his Nollywood debut. He stars alongside Nollywood queen, Genevieve Nnaji, in an inspirational short movie titled ‘The Journey’. Shot in South Africa, The Journey is sponsored by Amstel Malta with focus on the

Don Jazzy Signs New Artiste, Korede Bello

Ace music producer and Mavin Records CEO, Don Jazzy, has signed little known afro R&B singer, Korede Bello, to his Mavin Records label. Don Jazzy announced this on Twitter via his handle, @Donjazzy, after he signed Di’ja and Reekado Banks

Frank Edwards, Rock Gospel Star, Releases New Single ‘Away’

Rock-Gospel singer and RockTown Records president, Frank Edwards has released a new single, titled ‘Away’. The new single is coming following the release of the video to his ‘Okaka’ song. According to sources, Frank is currently working on the remix

Tunde Kelani Raises Awareness on Sickle Cell Anemia with ‘Dazzling Mirage’

Cinematographer, Tunde Kelani, has raised an awareness campaign of sickle cell anemia affecting several families because of certain decisions made by couples with his new movie, ‘Dazzling Mirage’. According to the celebrated movie producer, ‘Dazzling Mirage’ is a socially relevant

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