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    In “My Mother Is A Witch,” Nigerian Actress Efe Irele Bares It All
    Film + TV
    24 June 2025

    In “My Mother Is A Witch,” Nigerian Actress Efe Irele Bares It All

    Set in Edo State, Nigeria, this film examines a tense mother-daughter relationship and what happens when love looks like control.

    With 'My Father's Shadow,' a Pair of Nigerian Brothers Is Making Cannes History
    Film + TV
    15 May 2025

    With 'My Father's Shadow,' a Pair of Nigerian Brothers Is Making Cannes History

    Filmmakers Akinola Davies Jr. and Wale Davies will premiere their feature at the prestigious film festival this weekend, hoping to drive conversations around fatherhood and nationalism.

    ​Signage at the opening night of the new play "Nollywood Dreams" at The Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater, New York.
    Film + TV
    14 March 2025

    Op-Ed: More Nigerian Filmmakers Should Make YouTube Their Main Distribution Channel

    Top industry names like Kunle Afolayan and Omoni Oboli show how YouTube can give Nigerian films new life and unprecedented viewership.

    A man in a pink sweatshirt and cross necklace stars directly into the camera.
    Film + TV
    17 February 2025

    Iremide Adeoye Embodies the Restlessness of Being Young and Nigerian in New Showmax Series

    'Under The Influence' brilliantly explores the dynamics of social media fame and the toll it takes on our collective personhood.

    The poster for Showmax’s new romantic comedy, ‘Not My Type.’
    Film + TV
    14 February 2025

    10 Romantic African Films To Watch This Valentine's Weekend

    Our selection includes three newly-released films, a classic Romeo-and-Juliet retelling, as well as several popular and well-received films in recent years.

    Animation of a little girl looking out of a window.
    News
    16 December 2024

    Nigerian Animated Series 'Iwájú' Scores Three Emmy Nominations

    The highly lauded animated series, ‘Iwájú,’ is a landmark collaboration between Disney and Pan-African animation company Kugali Media.

    A woman in a red dress stands with her hand on an old drawer, staring intensely at the camera.
    Profiles & Interviews
    09 December 2024

    Nigerian Filmmaker Funke Akindele Knows She Can Break Her Own Record

    By breathing new life into a well-loved franchise, the Nigerian filmmaker has made a sure blockbuster with her upcoming film 'Everybody Loves Jenifa.'

    Tomi Adeyemi speaks at Spotlight on Tomi Adeyemi during New York Comic Con 2024 at The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on October 19, 2024 in New York City.
    Film + TV
    13 November 2024

    The Search is on for Nigerian Actors for the Film Adaption of Tomi Adeyemi’s ‘Children of Blood and Bone’

    The highly-anticipated adaptation of ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ is being led by Gina Prince-Bythewood and could feature a handful of breakout local talent.

    An older man sitting on a wheelchair is flanked by two women, one wearing a burnt orange suit and the other wearing a brown gown.
    West Africa
    07 November 2024

    ‘Princess On A Hill’ Perfectly Captures Nigeria’s Ruthless Corporate Culture

    The series, co-directed by Tolu Ajayi and Sobo Abiola, trains a sharp, critical eye on Nigeria's unforgiving corporate culture and how it transforms those caught in its claws.

    A woman wraps her arms around a man from behind, both of them looking pensive.
    Profiles & Interviews
    05 November 2024

    In ‘Yam and Egg,’ Nigerian Filmmaker Emily Nkanga Focuses on the Aftermath of a Tragedy

    Emily Nkanga’s film, showing at AFRIFF this year, explores the aftermath of #EndSARS and the extent to which moral complications can drive human interactions.

    Poster for 'My Sunshine' featuring a diverse cast of students in school uniforms.
    Film + TV
    21 October 2024

    Nigerian Content Creator Kemz Mama on Making K-Drama-Inspired Film, 'My Sunshine'

    Kemz Mama reflects on merging K-drama elements with Nigerian storytelling in ‘My Sunshine,’ and discusses what it takes to bring such a project to life.

    A still from “A Tribe Called Judah” showing Funke Akindele posing beside a tricycle.
    Film + TV
    27 September 2024

    Top 10 Performances by Funke Akindele

    From comedic brilliance to heart-wrenching drama, Funke Akindele’s top performances showcase her extraordinary range and why she remains a Nollywood powerhouse.

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