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Nollywood actor Solomon Akiyesi dies in his sleep

Veteran Nollywood actor and producer Solomon Akiyesi has died in his sleep in Abuja. His death has thrown the Nigerian film industry into mourning, with colleagues and fans paying tribute to his decades of work on screen. According to the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Abubakar Yakubu, Akiyesi went to bed on Sunday and did not wake up. He said the actor’s body has been deposited in a morgue in Abuja while the guild awaits further details from the family. Reports say Akiyesi’s wife first shared the sad news with relatives and close friends before it became public. Since then, tributes have poured in on social media from actors, producers and fans who remembered him as a talented and versatile performer. Akiyesi hailed from Ososo in Akoko Edo Local Government Area of Edo State and began his acting […]

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How I learned special effects in my dreams – Hakeem Effect

Popular Nollywood special effects artist Onilogbo Hakeem, widely known as Hakeem Effect, has revealed that he first learned his craft through a series of vivid dreams.​ Hakeem, regarded as one of the industry’s leading prosthetics and special effects creators, said the journey began when a mysterious tall, white figure appeared to him in a dream, placed a hand on his shoulder and asked him to follow. He recalled that the figure asked what talent he had, and when he replied that he could draw, the stranger promised to “announce” him to the world if he was willing to follow.​ According to Hakeem, the same dream kept recurring as he joined a church choir and later a drama group, where he was unexpectedly assigned to provide special effects despite not knowing what the term meant at the time. While he worried […]

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Wumi Toriola highlights financial strain in filmmaking, praises audience support

Actress and producer Wumi Toriola says many Nigerian filmmakers are working under harsh economic conditions where tight budgets and scarce resources often fall short of their creative vision. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, she thanked viewers of her YouTube platforms, Wumitoriolatv and Wumitoriolaprime, for their continued support. She said every project her team puts out is driven by sacrifice, passion, consistency and a strong belief in the stories they tell. According to her, filmmakers operate in an economy that “constantly tests our limits,” where budgets try to silence vision and resources are never enough, yet they remain committed to delivering quality productions. “Every frame we create is fueled by sacrifice, passion, consistency, and unshakable belief that our stories deserve to be told and told powerfully. We don’t have it easy, but we make it count. Thank you,” she wrote. […]

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How Tinubu, wife saved my life after accident – Saidi Balogun

Veteran Nollywood actor Saidi Balogun has narrated how President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, intervened and helped save his life after he was involved in a ghastly car accident years ago. The Yoruba movie star said the crash left him in critical condition and bedridden for months, with many people doubting he would survive. Speaking in a recent interview, Balogun revealed that Tinubu and his wife stepped in at his lowest point and insisted that he be flown abroad for further medical treatment after he had first been stabilised in a Nigerian hospital. He stressed that he was “well treated in Nigeria” but that the presidential couple felt he needed additional specialist care to fully recover from the life threatening injuries. The actor recalled asking Oluremi Tinubu why she showed him such uncommon concern, and […]

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Omotola hails women’s dominance and entrepreneurial drive in Nollywood

Nollywood star Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has praised women as the backbone of Nigeria’s movie industry, highlighting their dominance in production and their strong entrepreneurial spirit. She said from the early days of Nollywood, women have been central to financing, producing and sustaining films, often taking on multiple roles behind the scenes. Speaking in an interview on Naija FM 102.7, Omotola noted that many of the industry’s most active producers are women. According to her, female actors are not just faces on screen but major decision makers who “hold Nollywood” through their creativity, organisation and business choices. She also stressed that most Nollywood actresses run several businesses alongside acting. Omotola observed that it is now common for even younger female actors to juggle three or four ventures, including fashion boutiques, beauty brands, influencing, modelling and retail shops, in addition to demanding […]

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Mo Abudu denies cinema sabotage claims amid industry debate

EbonyLife Group founder Mo Abudu has dismissed allegations that Nigerian cinemas deliberately sabotage certain Nollywood films, insisting that screening decisions are driven by audience turnout and business realities, not favouritism. Speaking on Arise Television alongside actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Abudu addressed rising complaints from producers like Toyin Abraham, Niyi Akinmolayan and Ini Edo, who accuse some cinemas of sidelining their movies with poor time slots, reduced screens and attempts to divert viewers to rival titles. Omotola acknowledged that she has repeatedly heard such complaints from actors and fans who say they were pressured to watch different films from the ones they intended to see. Abudu stressed that she could not defend all operators but maintained that EbonyLife Cinemas does not engage in such practices and operates strictly as a professional, profit driven venture. She explained that with five screens and […]

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Colleagues celebrate Nollywood scriptwriter Kazeem Opeyemi’s rise

Colleagues in Nigeria’s film industry have praised rising Nollywood scriptwriter Kazeem Opeyemi Balikis for her dedication and growing influence behind the scenes. They describe her as focused, creative and committed to telling stories that reflect Nigerian culture and real life experiences.​ Balikis, from Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State, has steadily built her career through work on several Nollywood productions. Her scriptwriting credits include Fate, Perfect, Hidden Wound, My Cake, Aiku and Aso Mi, among other projects.​ She works full time with Integrity Icon Productions, where she is involved in story development and screenplays for film projects. Her most recent completed film was produced by ALE, and she is currently working on a new project titled The Unwritten Law, which industry insiders say tackles contemporary social issues.​ Beyond her professional achievements, Balikis is happily married and has managed […]

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Mo Abudu hails Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham, Ini Edo for box office run

Media mogul Mo Abudu has celebrated the box office success of Nollywood stars Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham and Ini Edo, whose new films are currently dominating Nigerian cinemas. She praised their talent, creativity and leadership in the film industry.​ In an Instagram post, Abudu highlighted Akindele’s Behind The Scenes, Abraham’s Oversabi Aunty and Ini Edo’s A Very Dirty Christmas as the key titles lighting up December. She described the actresses as phenomenal queens of the box office who are creating magic and breaking barriers.​ Abudu said the three stars are showing the strength of women in film and inspiring audiences across the country. She added that their stories are captivating viewers nationwide and noted that the movies are showing in cinemas across Nigeria, including EbonyLife Cinemas.​

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Biola Bayo mourns sudden death of Allwell Ademola

Nollywood actress Biola Bayo has expressed deep grief over the sudden death of her close friend and colleague, Allwell Ademola, who died on December 27, 2025, at the age of 49. She said the loss has left her heartbroken and in disbelief.​ In an emotional Instagram post, Biola recalled that they had planned to go out together just a day before Allwell’s passing. She remembered how Allwell was at her house on her birthday, playing as usual, and how she took her to the premiere of Ageshinkole and drove her back home.​ Biola described Allwell as the happiest soul she ever met and likened the news of her death to a terrible nightmare. She pleaded for someone to wake her up from what she called an unbearable reality.​ Actor Rotimi Salami, described as Allwell’s best friend, also shared his pain […]

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Nkechi Blessing considers quitting film production after heavy losses

Actress Nkechi Blessing has said she plans to step back from film production after suffering major financial losses on recent projects. She revealed that since September she has spent over 80 million naira on movies but has not earned even one million naira in return.​ In an emotional post, she lamented that audiences often ignore films that are not heavily hyped. She added that even colleagues who were part of her projects had not been able to help boost visibility, leading her to consider returning to a lifestyle of frequent travel instead.​ Her comments drew strong reactions and support from fellow entertainers. Actress Tonto Dikeh urged her not to give up, calling quitting a “sin” and promising to help promote her work by sharing it widely.​ Dikeh encouraged Nkechi to believe again in what God can do with her talent […]

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