Film James Omokwe on Heritage, Vision, and the Making of “Osamede” James Omokwe shares the inspiration, heritage, and vision behind his acclaimed film ‘Osamede,’ offering a behind-the-scenes look at its creation and impact on Nigerian cinema. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film Ivie Okujaye on Her Role and Transformation in the Film “Osamede” Actress Ivie Okujaye shares how she prepared for her superhero role in ‘Osamede,’ learned the Edo language in two months, and how portraying a mythological character inspired her real-world activism BY Fareedat Taofeeq
News “Osamede” Trailer Released Ahead of October Premiere The fantasy feature, rooted in Benin Kingdom history, debuts in Nigeria on October 17. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
News Rachel Emem Isaac’s “Bloody Mary” Series Spotlights Dysmenorrhea Deck: The five-part YouTube series, which premiered September 5, examines women’s experiences with painful menstrual cramps and confronts stigma around menstrual health. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film “My Father’s Shadow” Opens in Nigerian Cinemas on September 19 The internationally recognized feature by Akinola Davies Jr. follows two brothers navigating a single day with their estranged father in Lagos. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film “Ibobo: The Blind Seer”Arrives in Cinemas This September Nigerian audiences will soon see a new historical drama unfold on the big screen as Ibobo: The Blind Seer arrives in cinemas nationwide on September 19, 2025. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Film “Finding Nina” Seeks Closure but Loses Its Way Famous Odion Iraoya’s latest feature captures glimpses of Northern Nigeria’s vibrancy, but fades into a muddled romance and underdeveloped storytelling. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
News AY’s “The Waiter” Gets Netflix Date After Theatrical Release The comedy film, which joined Nollywood’s December 2024 heavyweights, will begin streaming on September 12. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
News Nollywood Meets Qatar as Nile Media, Oryx Group Open New Market Nile Media Entertainment Group partners with Qatar’s Oryx Group to launch Nigerian films in Doha, expanding Nollywood’s global reach. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
News Nigerian Producer Sherif Adekunle Joins Historic MIPCOM Delegation The 32-year-old will represent Nigeria at the first Creative Africa Content Pavilion at the global entertainment market in Cannes this October. BY Fareedat Taofeeq
