Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’: The Life, Career and Lessons from a Nollywood Icon

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 August 2026

Veteran Nigerian actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo Veteran Nigerian actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, died on August 23, 2026, at the age of 66. His death marked the end of a career spanning more than four decades in Nigeria’s theatre and film industry.  Born on

Ogogo Battles Stage-Four Cancer as Nollywood Colleagues and Fans Rally for Medical Help

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 August 2026

Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, is battling stage-four cancer, prompting an urgent wave of support from his family, colleagues, fans and well-wishers.  The 66-year-old actor’s health condition became public after his daughters, Lima and Kira Taiwo, appealed for help in finding qualified medical specialists and facilities capable of

How Nigerian Creatives Can Access NEXIM Bank Entertainment Funding 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 August 2026

Nigeria’s creative industry is one of the country’s major sources of talent, but access to finance remains a challenge for many filmmakers, musicians, fashion entrepreneurs and media businesses. One opportunity worth knowing about is the Nigerian Creative and Entertainment Industry Loan Scheme (NCEILS) administered by NEXIM Bank.  Who Can Benefit?  According to

5 Ways to Make Money in Nigeria’s Entertainment Industry in 2026

Adetutu A, The Insights 1 August 2026

The Nigerian entertainment industry is one of Africa’s fastest-growing creative sectors, generating billions of naira annually through music, film, comedy, digital content, and live events. Thanks to the rise of streaming platforms, social media, and international collaborations, talented Nigerians now have more opportunities than ever to turn their

Lagos Entertainment Association Games and Awards 2026: How Creatives and Young Nigerians Can Benefit from LEAGA

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 May 2026

Lagos State is preparing to host the maiden edition of the Lagos Entertainment Association Games and Awards (LEAGA) in September 2026, an event designed to combine sports, entertainment, culture, networking, and youth engagement on one major platform.  Supported by the Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Sports Commission, LEAGA aims to create opportunities

Nollywood Power Couple Lateef Adedimeji and Adebimpe Oyebade Welcome Triplets, Silence Critics. 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 May 2026

 Lateef And Mo Bimpe Adedimeji A Joyful Moment in Nollywood  The Nigerian entertainment industry is buzzing with excitement as Nollywood stars Lateef Adedimeji and Adebimpe Oyebade celebrate the arrival of their triplets. The announcement has sparked widespread reactions online, marking a powerful and emotional milestone for the beloved

Mo Abudu Urges Nigerians to Build Local Streaming Platforms Amid Foreign Pullbacks

Adetutu A, The Insights 6 March 2026

Media entrepreneur and EbonyLife Group CEO, Mo Abudu, has called on Nigerian and African creatives to focus on developing local streaming platforms, emphasizing the need for self-reliance following reports of reduced investment by foreign streaming services on the continent.  The Call for Self-Reliance  In a post shared on her Instagram page on

Toyin Abraham’s Oversabi Aunty Breaks ₦1 Billion at the Box Office

Adetutu A, The Insights 30 January 2026

Photo Credit : Film One Toyin Abraham’s new movie, Oversabi Aunty, has crossed the ₦1 billion mark at the Nigerian box office. This is a major milestone for Nollywood and a strong signal that Nigerian films can compete financially and attract large audiences across the country.  Beyond the excitement, this success shows that the local film industry […]

AFROVISION X 2026: How Nigerians Can Take Fashion, Film and Creative Talent to the Global Stage 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 January 2026

Preparations are underway for AFROVISION X 2026, a month-long global festival celebrating African and Caribbean creativity. The event will run from June 1 to June 30, 2026, across Toronto, Brampton and Mississauga in Canada. Produced by Grandieu Inc., the festival will bring together creatives, investors, brands, governments and diaspora

Funke Akindele’s Behind the Scenes Breaks ₦2 Billion Box Office Record

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 January 2026

Photo Credit : Film One Nollywood has recorded another major milestone as Funke Akindele’s movie, Behind the Scenes, crossed ₦2 billion in box office sales, placing it among the highest-grossing films in Nigerian cinema history. This achievement further cements Akindele’s position as one of the most successful filmmakers in Africa.  The movie’s strong