Oluwatomiwa Ogunniyi

Submissions for BUFF 2.0 opened on 3 July and will run through 31 July 2026, ahead of a celebration of bold stories, brilliant filmmakers and unforgettable screenplays

In this exclusive interview with The Nollywood Reporter, the award winning MUA discusses her passion for make-up, the work that earned her recognition on the history-making film My Father’s Shadow, practical tips for everyday make-up, and the legacy she’s building in Nollywood

The writer and director will attempt to break Guinness World Record gathering 50,000 people at Tafawa Balewa Square on September 26 for the premiere of her film, “Black Market”

The romantic drama which premiered on Lavender Productions Films in June, also stars Eronini Osinachi, Michael Udeoji, Kanyinsola Oluwole and Chima Owuama

The two faith-based films are nominated for several categories including Best Director, Actor, Actress, Child Actor, African Thriller/ Drama, Best Nollywood Narrative and Faith-based film

Running from 17–22 November 2026 in Lagos, the event marks half a decade of growth into a pan-African creative-economy platform under the theme “Five Years of Closing the Gap”

Produced by Abazee Productions in association with Campfire Studios, the captivating thriller features Kelechi Udegbe, Abayomi Olukanmi, Tomi Ojo, Chimezie Imo, Rotimi Salami, and Goodness Emmanuel, and will be distributed by Cinemax with a July 24 release date

The series comes from showrunner and creator Ben Watkins, alongside Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society, Authentic Studios, Roc Nation with Oscar- winner Jordan serving as an executive producer

Speaking exclusively with The Nollywood Reporter, the producer discusses the journey towards making the film as well as the impact of the recognition on the team

The film premiered in the Directors’ Fortnight section of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, becoming just the second Nigerian feature ever selected in the festival’s history