From the experimental theatre of the 1960s and 1970s to the VHS-driven home-video boom of the 1990s and the streaming-era global expansion, women have been at the centre of Nollywood's evolution.

One of the major strongpoints of Nollywood is how its movies reflect the reality and daily struggles of Nigerians. Topics and titles that may not be openly discussed or discussed in muffled voices are ...

It's another year of celebrating the remarkable impact of women in the Nigerian Entertainment Industry as the world gears up to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD).

Son of the Soil wants to be Nigeria’s John Wick. It delivers the violence, vengeance, and a brooding protagonist.

Joke Silva, revealed that she wasn't immediately attracted to her husband, Olu Jacobs, when she first met him on a film set.

By hosting screenings, discussions and other social events, the group is building community while amplifying art by ...

Lagos, in March 1st 2026, hosted the premiere of Mother’s Love, marking Omotola Jalade‑Ekeinde’s debut as a director. The event was a significant ...

In recent years, a growing number of Nollywood actors have extended their storytelling beyond film sets and cinema screens to ...

Nigerian screen icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde aka Omosexy has screened her debut feature film, ‘Mother’s Love’ at the 34th ...

From grand Lagos weddings to quiet village desires, Nigerian filmmakers have given us romance in every angle possible. Some stories are tender and poetic. Others are dramatic and chaotic. In the ...

Matchmaking websites are booming in Kano, blending traditional methods with artificial intelligence as more Nigerians turn to professional intermediaries to find a spouse. Indian, Pakistani roommates ...

Pietra Brettkelly and The Critics chronicle a rise from iPhone DIY storytelling on the streets of Kaduna to the German art scene in this Berlin premiere. By Daniel Fienberg Chief Television Critic ...