It presents itself as moral correction, but maybe it really is social punishment, banishment, as it is closer to medieval public shaming or town-square punishment.
African / Nollywood
German Film Platform, Rushlake Media Enters Distribution Deal With FilmOne, InkBlot
The collaboration focuses on bringing a curated selection of Nigerian films to global audiences, with a strong emphasis on digital exploitation, particularly in the fast-growing AVOD markets.
Featured
Highlights of Late Buhari’s Granddaughter’s Wedding Attended by Political Figures
Friends and families have poured out their prayers and wishes for the new bride, Halima Junaid and her husband.
Featured / Movies
What it Will Take for Nollywood to Win the Oscars 2026
Nollywood absolutely has what it takes to win an Oscar. However, it must make deliberate changes to its strategy, structure, and storytelling.
Business / Nollywood
Joke Silva Discusses Insufficient Skills and Lack of Education With Nollywood Professionals
The topic of insufficient skills, education in Nollywood was examined through the lens of training and various areas.
Nollywood
Joke Silva Laments Lack of Performing Arts Institutes, “Vocational” Training
The discussion captures the full discussion on Nollywood’s training and development ecosystem, emphasizing practical solutions, technical gaps, and the growing role of indie filmmakers in shaping the industry.
Featured / Nollywood
Drama in Nollywood in 2025 is Huge Business and Still Leading Genres
The sustained popularity of drama in Nollywood is expected to continue, with filmmakers focusing on socially relevant themes and high-quality storytelling to meet audience expectations.
Featured / Nollywood
EbonyLife, KAP on Hold as Quality Begins to Slip From Nollywood Movies
Nollywood is currently experiencing a major setback as streaming services are withdrawing financial support. The industry could resort to low-budget movies again, and quality would be history in no time.
Nollywood
Badamasi, ’76, Award Winning Military Movies, Best Way to Experience Nollywood
Common thematic threads include Nigerian military and political history, its impacts on individuals and families, ethnic and political tensions, and the exploration of identity, loyalty, and resilience amid conflict. These films use personal narratives to reflect larger national traumas and dialogues about power, justice, and healing in Nigeria.
People
Kemi Badenoch Identity Crisis Kicks as She Renounces Nigerian Origin
Without much connection to her roots, Badenoch claims that she hardly perceives her Nigerian ancestry as her true identity.