Rita Dominic, Ali Baba Among Honorees at NFVCB Conference: Key Lessons for Nollywood’s Growth 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 November 2025

Photo Credit : Rita Dominic The National Films and Videos Censors Board (NFVCB) has concluded its 5th Peace Anyiam-Osigwe Nigeria Digital Content Regulation Conference in Lagos, focusing on how Nollywood can shift “From Volume to Value” in the digital age. The two-day event

Baba Ijesha Released After Appeal Court Overturns Conviction 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 November 2025

Nollywood actor Olanrewaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha. Nollywood actor Olanrewaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has reportedly been released from prison following a Court of Appeal judgment that overturned his earlier conviction for the sexual assault of a minor.  The actor was arrested in 2021, and in July 2022, the

Seven Doors, Abanisete Shine Bright in 2025 BON Awards Nominations 

Adetutu A, The Insights 7 November 2025

Femi Adebayo and Chioma Akpotha in Seven Doors The Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards has unveiled its 2025 nominee list, spotlighting excellence and creativity in the Nigerian film industry. This year’s edition introduces a new “Best Series” category, a nod to Nollywood’s increasing embrace of serialised storytelling and digital content.  The grand unveiling ceremony

Empowering Women Creatives: TAFTA and Mastercard Foundation Lead the Way 

Adetutu A, The Insights 1 November 2025

The Terra Academy for the Arts (TAFTA), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has successfully wrapped up a three-day Women Entrepreneurs Development Programme (WEDP) bootcamp aimed at helping female creatives build scalable and sustainable businesses in Nigeria’s creative economy.  Held from October 27 to 29, 2025, the hybrid event combined online learning

Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector Gains Government Recognition: A New Dawn for Creatives 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 October 2025

Popular showbiz promoter and entertainment entrepreneur, Mallam Yankee of Yankee Entertainment Federal Support Brings Hope to the Creative Industry The founder of Yankee Entertainment, Mallam Yankee, has revealed that the Nigerian government is finally giving the entertainment sector the attention it deserves. According to him, this new wave of recognition signals a

Mama Rainbow at 83: A Living Legend Celebrating 60 Years of Grace, Talent, and Purpose 

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 October 2025

Nollywood veteran and Yoruba film icon, Idowu Phillips, fondly known as Mama Rainbow. Nollywood veteran and Yoruba film icon, Idowu Phillips, fondly known as Mama Rainbow, has once again inspired millions as she marks her 83rd birthday and 60 remarkable years on stage. Her story is one of resilience, faith, and lifelong dedication to her […]

Odumodublvck’s ‘Industry Machine’ Tops Apple Music Nigeria: A New Era for Nigerian Rap 

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 October 2025

Nigerian rapper and songwriter Odumodublvck has once again proven his influence in the music scene with the release of his fifth studio album, Industry Machine, on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Within just a few hours of its release, the album climbed to the No. 1 spot on Apple Music Nigeria’s Top Albums chart, surpassing Adekunle […]

Oyo Partners Kunle Afolayan’s KAP Academy to Train Youths in Filmmaking 

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 October 2025

Kunle Afolayan The Oyo State Government, in collaboration with Kunle Afolayan’s KAP Film & Television Academy, has unveiled a 10-day intensive filmmaking residency programme for youths. Themed “Emerging Stories”, the residency will take place from October 6 to 15 at the KAP Film Village & Resort in Igbojaye, Oyo State—the same location where Netflix’s hit […]

Órüpézá Festival 2025: A Celebration of Culture, Creativity, and Youth 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 September 2025

Festival Director, Edi Lawani  Lagos is preparing for another unforgettable experience as the Órüpézá Festival 2025 takes over Freedom Park, Lagos Island, from September 28 to October 2. The five-day event, which aligns with Nigeria’s Independence Day on October 1, promises an exciting mix of music, film, fashion, dance, gaming, visual arts, and food, blending […]

Consistency and Creativity: Lessons from AY Zed’s Musical Journey 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 September 2025

Music producer Azuka Akaeze, better known as AY Zed For many young creatives, the journey to success is rarely smooth. Music producer Azuka Akaeze, better known as AY Zed, is a perfect example of how persistence pays off. Speaking about his rise in the industry, he admitted that there were moments when nothing seemed to […]