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OPINION: Nollywood and decency in the movie industry

Ihesiulo Grace 8 August 2020 0

Gone are the days when Africa’s number one movie giant Nollywood used to be people’s love and desire. Gone are the days when movie audience look up to Nollywood movies as models for moral decency in the country and beyond. The Moral standard in Nollywood has largely fallen due to the

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BBNaija (S4): Jobs get me. I don’t get jobs Mr Ibu tells housemates

Ihesiulo Grace 27 September 2019 0

Abuja – Veteran actress, Patience Ozokwor has advised the Big Brother Naija season four housemates to remain true to themselves after the show. This came as actors John Okafor aka Mr Ibu, told them that “Jobs get me. I don’t get jobs. Whatever you are doing, do it well. All those things will meet you […]

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Mike Ezuruonye’s directorial debut gets a release date

Ihesiulo Grace 24 March 2018 0

Mike Ezuruonye makes his directorial debut with “Divorce not Allowed,” a romantic comedy starring Bolanle Ninalowo, Iyabo Ojo and Salami Rotimi.   Mike Ezuruonye who has been in the industry for over 14 years makes his directorial debut with “Divorce not Allowed”. The movie stars Nollywood actors such as Bolanle Ninalowo, Iyabo Ojo, Angela

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Nollywood Industry influencing African Culture

Ihesiulo Grace 23 March 2018 0

Since its emergence at the turn of the twenty-first century, the Nigerian movie industry “Nollywood” has had a profound influence on African culture. The Nigerian accents, style of dress, and behaviours of the people, all of which are Nigerian cultural practices are now being transmitted as images around the globe.   In Nigeria, the role […]

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Nollywood and the culture of film festivals

Ihesiulo Grace 10 October 2017 0

The Reset themed 7th edition of the Lights Camera Africa!!! film festival came to an end on October 1 with the screening of the closing film, the migrant documentary, An Opera of the World, directed by Malian academic/filmmaker, Manthia Diawara. For three days film lovers, critics, artistes and supporters gathered at the Federal Palace Hotel […]

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Fast rising sexy actress, Ola Samuel turn beautiful bride

Ihesiulo Grace 11 August 2017 0

…….As marketers “fight” over upcoming release Beautiful Nollywood star actress Ola Samuel aka Ola Iberu is fast turning to hottest demand among the marketers as her new film titled “Ebi Tani” which is yet to hit market has turned two marketers against one another in other to market the film of the fast risen actress […]

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I saw people mourning Desmond Elliot – Pastor Celestine Michael

Ihesiulo Grace 28 April 2017 0

A Nigerian pastor, Celestine Micheal, has called for prayers for Nollywood actor and Lagos State House of Assembly member, Desmond Elliot, saying his life is in grave danger. Desmond Elliot (born 4 February 1974) is a Nigerian actor, director, and politician who has starred in over two hundred films and a number of television shows […]

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RwandAir, Rwanda Development Board, Radisson Blu partner AMAA for Nominations

Ihesiulo Grace 24 April 2017 0

… As Sponsors’ Night holds in Lagos RwandAir, Rwanda Development Board and Radisson Blu are partnering with the organisers of the Africa Movie Academy Awards to host a very successful Nomination Night in Kigali. Other partnership for the event which had been scheduled to hold on the weekend of May 13-15, 2017 include the Kigali […]

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Mr and Mrs Chapter 2” movie in cinema finally this weekend

Ihesiulo Grace 20 April 2017 0

The much-awaited movie “Mr and Mrs Chapter 2” is finally set to hit the cinemas this weekend. The movie which is a romantic drama produced by Chinwe Egwuagu and directed by Teco Benson will be shown in all cinemas across the country. Mr and Mrs 2 which previously had an executive premiere in Kenya would […]

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NFC chief: my plan for film corporation

Ihesiulo Grace 20 April 2017 0

The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) was established in 1979 to help in the development of the film industry and offer training for professionals in the area of production and post production. The appointment of Dr. Chidia Maduekwe as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) no doubt came as a big relief to […]

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Kunle Afolayan turns pilot in new movie

Ihesiulo Grace 31 March 2017 0

Having wrapped off the production of three movies; talented filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan is currently on set of another movie where he plays the role of a pilot. Currently in Ilorin, Kwara state, the movie ‘Stella & Oba’ featured top Nollywood super stars the includes Lere Paimo, Iya Awero, Tina Mba, Zack Orji, Jimoh Aliu, Adebayo […]

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Chigul to Star in BAM/Nemsia’s First Film

Ihesiulo Grace 31 March 2017 0

According to Biola Alabi Media (BAM), something big is about to hit the big screen in a few months’ time. Chioma Omeruah, popularly known as ‘Chigul’, will be staring in the action packed comedy film ‘Banana Island Ghost (B.I.G)’, a film BAM is producing in conjunction with Nemsia Pictures. B.I.G is said to be a […]

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How I Almost Got Raped By a Female Actress- Actor Uche Maduagwu

Ihesiulo Grace 1 March 2017 0

Nollywood actor Uche Maduagwu has been on the news for some time now. This time he has come out openly to complain about the consistent sexual harassment he gets from female celebrities. Uche who is still single said that his singleness is not a ticket to mess up himself or give in to sexual advances. […]

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Watch the Historical Romance Movie, ’76, on DStvBoxOffice this February

Ihesiulo Grace 10 February 2017 0

The critically acclaimed movie, ’76, starring talented actors; Ramsey Nouah, Rita Dominic, Ibinabo Fiberesima, Chidi Mokeme and Daniel K. Daniel, will be available for rent on DStvBoxOffice from 13 February for only N400. The movie is set against the backdrop of the attempted coup of 1976 and the assassination of Head of State Muritala Mohammed, […]

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Mr. & Mrs. Kogberegbe takes family drama series to stage with Tunmigbe show

Ihesiulo Grace 10 February 2017 0

Popular TV series on Africa magic Yoruba entitled Mr. & Mrs. Kogberegbe is set to take Lagos State by entertainment storm as its adds a new feather with a ‘Screen-2-Stage’ event tagged Tunmigbe meaning ‘Remarry Me!’. Tunmigbe seeks to be an evening of comedy, fun and full Drama for entertainment lovers in Nigeria bringing couples […]

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Being a father is one of the most beautiful experience-Deyemi Okanlanwon

Ihesiulo Grace 10 February 2017 0

From featuring in several movies and cameos in top notch music videos, Deyemi Okanlanwon is sure of one of the leading Nollywood actors whose face will never be forgotten easily in the entertainment industry. Best known for his roles in popular TV series ‘Gidi up’, Deyemi has made his imprint known in several movies with […]

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Toyin Abraham, Desmond Elliot, others star in new epic movie ‘Esohe’

Ihesiulo Grace 10 February 2017 0

Talented Nollywood actors that includes Desmond Elliot, Chris Attoh, Toyin Abraham, Bimbo Manuel, Hollywood actor, Jimmy Jean Louis, Misty Lockheart, Ufuoma McDermott, Jemaima Osunde and Monica Omorodion Swaida are set to put the Nigerian movie industry in the global map as they all featured in a yet to be released epic movie titled ‘ Esohe’. Set in […]

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The Guest hits cinema across Nigeria today!!!

Ihesiulo Grace 3 February 2017 0

A new gripping romance-thriller, The Guest ‘, directed by Christian Olayinka starring a star-studded cast is set to raise the game and bring fresh excitements to movie lovers across Nigeria. Produced by Foluke Olaniyi, The Guest features award-winning cast that include Rita Dominic, Femi Jacobs, Somkele Idahlamah, and Chika Chukwu to mention but few. Shot […]

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Kunle Afolayan’s next film project is a ‘threesome’

Ihesiulo Grace 3 February 2017 0

After a swell outing with his pan Africa film, ‘The CEO’, popular Nigerian filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan is back with a set of three films, sponsored by Multichoice Nigeria. The threesome; ‘Roti’, ‘Umogwo’ and ‘Tribunal’ will enjoy back-to-back filming that will fast-track their releases, beginning from the first quarter of the year. Originally planned as television […]

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My Lagos Dairies: Freedom foundation shares inspiring rehabilitation stories

Ihesiulo Grace 19 January 2017 0

To give hope to destitute and re-assure them of live, the Freedom Foundation, a faith based nonprofit organization on Tuesday hosted its first public screening of its soon to be released documentary series titled ‘ My Lagos Dairies’ with four episodes of the series screened to selected media practitioners. ‘My Lagos Diaries’ ultimate goal is […]