News “My Father’s Shadow” to Premiere at Cannes as Nigeria Joins Official Selection for the First Time Akinola Davies Jr.’s semi-autobiographical film makes history for Nigerian cinema at the world’s most prestigious film festival. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film “Labake Olododo” Struggles With Its Own Identity Iyabo Ojo’s “Labake Olododo” sparks box office success but struggles to deliver a complete and coherent story, feeling more like a franchise setup. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film Femi Adebayo’s ‘‘Family Brouhaha’’ Hits Cinemas April 11 Femi Adebayo’s “Family Brouhaha” premieres April 11, 2025, exploring family secrets and tensions in a riveting Nollywood drama. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film ‘’Aso Ebi Diaries’’ Explores the Chaos Behind Nigerian Celebrations “Aso Ebi Diaries,” Biodun Stephen’s latest dramedy, humorously explores family dynamics and cultural chaos in Nigerian celebrations. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film “Makemation” Tells a Story of Resilience, Innovation, and Growth “Makemation,” directed by Ama Psalmist Akinrogunde, is a tale of resilience and innovation, premiering in Nigerian cinemas April 18, 2025. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film “Owambe Thieves” Brings Comedy and Crime to the Big Screen This April “Owambe Thieves,” a film by Adeoluwa Owu, delivers comedy and crime as a desperate couple faces chaos. Premieres nationwide on April 18, 2025. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film “Finding Me” is Another Familiar Nollywood Marital Drama That Misses Its Own Message Funke Akindele’s Finding Me explores self-discovery but falters with clichéd marital drama and inconsistent messaging in its storytelling. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film iREP 2025 and Documentaries Telling Africa’s Truths As African filmmakers continue to push the boundaries of storytelling, the iREP International Documentary Film Festival returns with a lineup that digs deep into history, identity, activism, and social change. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film Prosper Light’s Road to “SIN” from Instagram to Amazon Original Prosper Light leverages Instagram fame to secure a role in Jim Iyke’s “SIN,” marking a breakthrough from social media to an Amazon Original film. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film Iyabo Ojo’s ‘’Labake Olododo’’ Brings Warrior Drama to Cinemas This March Iyabo Ojo’s epic film “Labake Olododo: The Warrior Lord” premieres in cinemas this March, delivering drama and leadership challenges. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
