Toyin Abraham’s ‘Oversabi Aunty’ Shatters Records With ₦99.8 Million Opening Weekend

Toyin Abraham’s latest comedy-drama, Oversabi Aunty, has made an impressive entrance into Nigerian cinemas. Released nationwide on December 19, 2025, the film pulled in ₦99.8 million during its opening weekend, according to FilmOne Entertainment. This performance places it as the second-biggest Nollywood debut of the year, highlighting the growing appetite for locally produced comedies. A […]

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Behind The Scenes

Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes Smashes ₦200 Million in Opening Weekend

Nollywood powerhouse Funke Akindele has done it again. Her latest film, Behind The Scenes, stormed the Nigerian box office, crossing an incredible ₦200 million in its opening weekend. This achievement marks the biggest opening of 2025. It also breaks multiple records and strengthens Akindele’s reputation as the undisputed “Queen of the Box Office.” A Record-Breaking […]

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17th Best of Nollywood Awards: ‘Seven Doors’ Shines as ‘Farmers Bride’ Takes Top Honors

The 17th edition of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards lit up the National Theatre in Lagos with glamour, excitement, and well‑deserved recognition for the industry’s brightest talents. This year’s ceremony showcased the strength of Nigerian storytelling, the evolution of film production, and the creative energy driving Nollywood forward. At the center of the spotlight […]

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How Nollywood Is Confronting Nigeria’s Harsh Realities With Bold New Storytelling

There’s something different happening in Nollywood right now. Walk into any cinema in Lagos, Abuja, or Port Harcourt, and you’ll notice a shift. The days of predictable romantic comedies and formulaic dramas haven’t disappeared, but they now share screen space with something grittier, more urgent, and undeniably real. Nigerian filmmakers are no longer shying away […]

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Nollybabes: A Bold Tribute to Nollywood’s Golden Era

The official trailer for Nollybabes has arrived, and it is already sparking conversations. Directed and written by Anu Bamidele, this Y2K-inspired short film dives into the gritty glamour of early-2000s Nollywood, but with a fresh feminist twist that challenges the industry’s old rules.   Plot and Themes The story follows Tiwa, played by rising star […]

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Colour Me True: A Story of Identity and Redemption

First-look images for Colour Me True have been released, building excitement for one of Nollywood’s most anticipated films. Co-written and directed by Toluwani Obayan Osibe, this drama premieres on Prime Video on 4 December 2025. Produced by Natives Filmworks and MichelAngelo Productions, the film is part of the First Features Project. It explores truth, fame, […]

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Leaving Ikorodu in 1999: A Poetic Portrait of Departure

In her latest short film, Leaving Ikorodu in 1999, Nigerian filmmaker Rashida Seriki crafts a quiet yet powerful meditation on leaving home. The film follows two characters walking a dusty path through rural Ikorodu, surrounded by palm trees, power lines, and the echoes of a fading era. It’s a story about transition, both personal and […]

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The Boy Who Gave (2025): A Powerful Nigerian Debut Rooted in Family and Sacrifice

The Boy Who Gave is the debut feature film from Allison Precious Emmanuel, a 23-year-old Nigerian filmmaker whose storytelling reflects deeply human African experiences. Shot in Bonny Island, Rivers State, and backed by Grafton Entertainment, the film premiered at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) in November 2025. It earned a spot in the main […]

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