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An image of Chioma Ikokwu in a brown leather outfit with her head turned to the side, wearing sunglasses.
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Chioma Ikokwu on Being Reality TV’s Head-Turning Star

The Nigerian businesswoman has become known for her fashion sense just as much as for speaking her mind on ‘The Real Housewives of Lagos.’

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Are Nigerian Cinemas Sabotaging the Theatrical Release of Sundance Winner ‘Mami Wata’?

What should have been a triumphant homecoming moment for the filmmakers and film enthusiasts alike turned into a series of disappointments as Mami Wata’s Nigerian debut has been marred by a lack of marketing efforts and technical difficulties impacting screenings.

An image of the actress Genoveva Umeh sitting on the top of a couch with her arms and legs open wide and a piece of art in between her legs.
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Nine Nigerian Actors Blazing a Trail

Whether you have or haven’t heard of them yet, here are nine top Nigerian actors you should be closely following.

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How Genoveva Umeh Became Nollywood's Rising Movie Star

Ever since bursting onto the scene with her stand-out role in 'Blood Sisters,' the Nigerian actress has been fast on the ascent.

Ife Idowu Takes Us Inside Netflix's Nollywood Deals
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Ife Idowu Takes Us Inside Netflix's Nollywood Deals

The Licensing Manager of FilmOne Entertainment, tells us about the process of getting Nollywood's biggest films on Netflix and increasing the value of Nigerian productions.

Abba Makama’s Quarantine Watchlist
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Abba Makama’s Quarantine Watchlist

From classic Nollywood horrors to Hulu's 'Ramy' here's what the Nigerian director Abba Makama is watching while at home in Lagos.

Naz Onuzo’s Quarantine Watchlist
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Naz Onuzo’s Quarantine Watchlist

From Nigerian dramas like 'Castle & Castle' to Netflix's 'Sex Education,' here's what Nigerian film exec, Naz Onuzo, is watching while at home.

Kayode Kasum’s Quarantine Watchlist
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Kayode Kasum’s Quarantine Watchlist

From 'Wives on Strike' to 'Goodwill Hunting' here's what the Nigerian filmmaker is watching while stuck at home in Lagos.

Actor Nkem Owoh and filmmaker Genevieve Nnaji from the film 'Lionheart' pose for a portrait during the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival at Intercontinental Hotel on September 11, 2018 in Toronto, Canada.
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The Best Nollywood Films Streaming on Netflix Right Now

From movies by Genevieve Nnaji to Kunle Afolayan—these are the best Nigerian films to watch online while stuck inside avoiding the coronavirus.

The 7 Best Genevieve Nnaji Movies
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The 7 Best Genevieve Nnaji Movies

To celebrate Lionheart's Oscar nomination, we take a look back at the celebrated Nigerian actress' most iconic roles and where to watch them.

6 Films Showing How Sci-Fi Stories Can Be Relevant in Nollywood
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6 Films Showing How Sci-Fi Stories Can Be Relevant in Nollywood

An introduction to a subgenre in Nigeria's film industry that's only getting started.

The 10 Best Nollywood Romantic Comedies To Watch on Valentine's Day
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The 10 Best Nollywood Romantic Comedies To Watch on Valentine's Day

Love is in the air, abi?

These Are the Women Pushing Nollywood to Greater Heights in 2019
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These Are the Women Pushing Nollywood to Greater Heights in 2019

From Mo Abudu to Ema Edosio, these women are transforming Nollywood for the better.

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