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Simi Emerges First African Female Artist To Hit 100 Million Plays On Audiomack
April 19, 2022
Simi was celebrated by Audiomack at an event that formed part of celebrations for Women’s History Month Nigerian singer, Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, popular with the stage name, Simi, has made history by emerging as the first African woman to hit 100 million plays on the global music streaming platform, Audiomack. Read more about Entertainment … Continue reading Simi Emerges First African Female Artist To Hit 100 Million Plays On Audiomack
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Ike Nnaebue On Learning To Listen While Making His Personal Documentary, ‘No U-Turn’
April 19, 2022
The documentary, No U-Turn, made its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival. The film picked up a Documentary Special Mention at the Berlin Film Festival where it recently premiered. ‘I have always known that I was going to tell this story someday,” Nollywood filmmaker Ike Nnaebue tells OkayAfrica, via Zoom, about his debut … Continue reading Ike Nnaebue On Learning To Listen While Making His Personal Documentary, ‘No U-Turn’
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Nigerian Filmmaker Victor Okhai Named AMVCAs Head Judge
April 19, 2022
Okhai boasts over a decade experience in the entertainment industry. High profile Nigerian filmmaker Victor Okhai has been named the Head Judge of the eighth edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) slated to hold in Lagos State at a yet to be disclosed venue and date. Read more about Entertainment Speaking … Continue reading Nigerian Filmmaker Victor Okhai Named AMVCAs Head Judge
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Models (Established/Rookies)
April 19, 2022
Nigerian model legend, Davidson on the runway From an Instagram model who captured the attention of fans and a modelling agency, Beth Model Africa, to being the first man of color in 33 years to win Elite Model Look World Final in campo pequeno Lisbon, portugal, the legend, Davidson Obennebo. Read more about Entertainment … Continue reading Models (Established/Rookies)
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Celebrities That Recreated Mercy Aigbe’s Iyawo Alhaji Look
April 19, 2022
Mercy Aigbe is an A-list Nigerian celebrity. She has graced our screens several times and have written her name in gold in the Nigeria entertainment industry. After her announcement of getting married to her husband, Kazim Adeoti, a popular Nollywood producer, it sparked a lot of controversy and she was labeled a husband snatcher. Read … Continue reading Celebrities That Recreated Mercy Aigbe’s Iyawo Alhaji Look
What I Ordered Vs What I got
April 19, 2022
The catchphrase ‘what I ordered vs what I got’ is used by people often times to show their displeasure about certain fashion items and brands. Judging by sight, many find pictures of people wearing particular fashion items attractive and they begin to crave for it. Read more about Fashion They then send it to … Continue reading What I Ordered Vs What I got
The Jabi Boat Club
April 19, 2022
From a getaway site to a desire for having a wonderful time, to an amazing feel of hospitality and mouth-watering dishes and needless to add, a room so comfortable that one may feel at home. The Jabi Boat Club is the place for a vacation or sightseeing gig. Read more about Discover Nigeria About … Continue reading The Jabi Boat Club
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Social Media Influencer: More About Lasisi Elenu
April 19, 2022
As a Nigerian, I am pretty sure that you know the popular Instagram comedian called Lasisi Elenu who is exceptionally gifted in many ways. Oftentimes he begins his videos with: “Hello everyone, Lasisi is here again and something just happened right now”, a hilarious intro that has become his trademark. Read more about Social … Continue reading Social Media Influencer: More About Lasisi Elenu
Social Media Influencer Of The Week: Maryam Apaokagi (Taaooma)
April 19, 2022
Nigeria-born Maryam Apaokagi (known professionally as Taaooma) is a comedienne, content creator, cinematographer, and social media influencer. Taaooma, her stage name, is an abbreviation of all her real names—Apaokagi Adedoyin Maryam. Born to Mr and Mrs Apaokagi on February 28 1999, she is the last born of 5 children. Read more about Social media … Continue reading Social Media Influencer Of The Week: Maryam Apaokagi (Taaooma)
Nollywood Movie ‘5th Avenue’ Becomes First Nigerian Production In 40 Languages
April 19, 2022
5th Avenue recorded impressive pre-ticket sales in 79 countries. Nollywood film, ‘5th Avenue’, has made history as the first Nigerian production to be available in 40 languages. The action-packed film features top Nollywood actors such as the late Rachel Oniga, Kenneth Okoli, Nini Mbonu, Baaj Adebule, Obodo Emelie, Adelegan, J’dess, and more. Read more about Entertainment 5th … Continue reading Nollywood Movie ‘5th Avenue’ Becomes First Nigerian Production In 40 Languages
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Muyiwa Olarewaju Bags Officer Of The Order Of The British Empire (OBE) Award
April 19, 2022
The British-based Nigerian singer has been honoured by the British Queen for his services to the global music industry. British-born Nigerian gospel singer Muyiwa Olarewaju has been awarded the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). Olarewaju was bestowed the prestigious honour by Prince William in an investiture ceremony held at Windsor … Continue reading Muyiwa Olarewaju Bags Officer Of The Order Of The British Empire (OBE) Award
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Amazon Prime Video Signs Licensing Deal With Nigeria’s Anthill Studios
April 19, 2022
The global streaming giants have announced a serious commitment to Nigerian creators. Global streaming service giants, Amazon Prime Video, have inked a multi-year licensing deal with the Nigerian production company, Anthill Studios. The agreement which was made public on January 7, 2022, allows Prime-exclusive global distribution rights to Anthill’s movie catalogue after theatrical runs. … Continue reading Amazon Prime Video Signs Licensing Deal With Nigeria’s Anthill Studios
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AY’s ‘Christmas In Miami’ Grossed N205.08 Million In 14 Days
April 19, 2022
The film is the comedian’s fourth Nollywood production. Christmas in Miami, a Nollywood film produced by Nigerian comedian, actor and filmmaker, Ayo Makun, popular as AY, grossed N205.8 million in 14 days. Read more about Entertainment Figures published by the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN) revealed that the hit movie which was released … Continue reading AY’s ‘Christmas In Miami’ Grossed N205.08 Million In 14 Days
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Ckay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ Attains Gold Status In The US
April 19, 2022
Ckay is one of the most sought-after Afrobeat acts around the globe. Fast-rising Nigerian music act Chukwuka Ekweani popularly known as Ckay hit a new height in the global entertainment scene after his ‘Love Nwantiti’ song was certified Gold in the United States of America. Read more about Entertainment Love Nwantiti attained Gold status … Continue reading Ckay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ Attains Gold Status In The US
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Top 10 Nigerian Entertainers Of 2021
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s dominance in the African entertainment scene came to the fore in 2021 with five Nigerian artists on the 64th Grammys nominations list alongside global hit tracks that thrilled the globe. Read more about Entertainment The Nigerian film industry remained consistent with its dominance in Africa and on social media, Nigerian trends made their … Continue reading Top 10 Nigerian Entertainers Of 2021
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