For a literary, musical or artistic work to enjoy copyright protection in Nigeria, it must have an original character. In other words, some effort in the sense of independent skill, industry, experience or judgement must have been expended in producing the work. The question may then be asked; since the Abami Eda, Fela Anikulapo Kuti,…
The National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, Emeka Rollas, has confirmed the death of Nollywood actor, John Paul Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope. The late actor and three of his colleagues were coming back from a movie location in a boat when they fell into Anam River in Anambra on Wednesday….
Evangelist Mike Bamiloye, the President of Mount Zion Film Productions International, recently stood up in defense of those who ridiculed and mocked the messages of one of his esteemed pastors, Pastor Enoch Adeboye. In recent years, Pastor Adeboye shared a remarkable story about having tea with God during breakfast a long time ago. He also…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has debunked allegations that late actress Jumoke Aderounmu reached out to her during her battle with sickness that eventually killed her, but she ignored her messages. It will be recalled that Aderounmu passed away on Saturday at the age of 40 after battling an undisclosed ailment. Akindele, who worked…
The Real Housewives of Lagos reality TV star, Faith Morey has narrated how challenging and miserable her relationship with Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo was during their time filming the reality show. Speaking in a recent interview, Faith revealed the tactic used by Iyabo Ojo aimed to isolate her and tarnish her reputation on the show….
The Nigerian entertainment industry is reeling from the heartbreaking news of the passing of Nollywood actress Adejumoke Aderounmu. Best known for her captivating portrayal of Esther in the popular series “Jenifa’s Diary,” Adejumoke’s untimely departure has left her fans and colleagues in shock and mourning. Adejumoke Aderounmu, aged 37, reportedly breathed her last in the…
Nigerian singer, Wasiu Ayinde popularly known as K1 de Ultimate’s principal talking drummer, Ayankunle Ayanlowo, has outlined specific terms for resolving the conflict between himself and the fuji music icon, King Wasiu Ayinde, the Mayegun of Yorubaland. The rift between the two musicians gained nationwide attention when Ayanlowo accused K1 of neglecting the welfare of…
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has said that men are crazy but she still wants one in her bed. The mother of one said this in an Instagram post on Sunday in which she also announced a music collaboration with her colleague Simi. The song titled ‘Men Are Crazy’ will be released on Friday. She wrote:…
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has announced the release date for her highly anticipated debut movie, ‘Water And Garri.’ Savage, who had previously teased fans about her entry into the film industry, announced the highly anticipated release date on social media on Thursday, April 4, 2024. She disclosed that the movie will be released on May…
‘The Man Died’, a memoir written by Wole Soyinka, the Nobel laureate, is set to be released as a feature film in July. In a post via his Instagram page, Awam Amkpa, the film’s director, said ‘The Man Died’ was inspired by Soyinka’s prison memoir. During Nigeria’s Civil War in the late 1960s, Soyinka’s outspoken criticisms of the…
