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NFVCB defends Ini Edo’s Movie, Seeks Change After Backlash
The National Film and Video Censors Board has defended its approval of the Nollywood film A Very Dirty Christmas, stating that the title was cleared after a thorough review, which found it did not insult or trivialize the Christian faith. The Executive Director of the NFVCB, Shaibu Husseini, clarified a series of posts on X, […]
Actress Ini Edo Defends ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’ Title Amid CAN Backlash
Popular Nollywood actress has responded to criticism from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) over the title of her film, A Very Dirty Christmas, which the group described as offensive and a mockery of the Christian faith. In a statement shared on Instagram, the actress defended the creative choice, saying art is meant to provoke […]
ANTP debunks rumoured death of veteran actor, Lere Paimo
The Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners has debunked circulating reports claiming that veteran Yoruba actor and cultural icon, Olalere OsunPaimo is dead. In an official statement signed by the National Public Relations Officer, Adejonwo Oluwafemi, and released on Saturday, ANTP confirmed that the actor, popularly known as Baba Eda Onile Ola, is alive and […]
Veteran Actor Baba Gebu is Dead
The news was announced by fellow actor Kunle Afod on his social media page describing the deceased as a “great legend” and a talented actor who left an indelible mark on the industry. He wrote, “It saddens my heart as I announce the passing away of our great legend, a great actor who passed away […]
Actor Emeka Okoye Speaks on Difficulties in Getting Movie Roles
The actor recounted how producers have consistently sidelined him for being either “too slim” or “too fat”. Despite his talent and a slimmer physique, the actor said he was praised in aditions but never cast, saying that this pattern began early in his career. “I have been told I’m fat, and I have even lost […]
Actress Ngozi Nwosu Warns Women Against Abusive Men
The actress disclosed this while speaking in a video session with actress Ayo Adesanya. She revealed that she called off her wedding after enduring repeated physical abuse from her then-partner. She said it was an experience that pushed her to end the relationship a day before their wedding, adding that despite pressure from family and […]
Habibat Jinad Accuses Lateef Adedimeji of Cutting Off Old Friends
The issue began after actor Itu Iberu said in a video that Adedimeji, whom he once struggled with, no longer takes his calls and has blocked his number. Reacting, Jinad said she had a similar experience, revealing that Adedimeji blocked her on social media for over four years. She explained that they were once close […]
Acting More Demanding Than Engineering – Etinosa Idemudia
The actress reflected on her transition from engineering to acting while speaking on a podcast, emphasizing that the film industry demands far greater emotional and physical resilience than many realize. “Acting is a crazy kind of work. It’s a mad person’s work,” she said, noting the unpredictable hours, intense emotional involvement, and mental endurance required […]
Actor Chinedu Ikedieze Urges Nigerians to Prioritise Mental Health
The actor made the call while speaking in an interview, saying that emotional well-being is just as important as physical health and calling for more advocacy. Ikedieze said the issue of mental health should not be taken for granted, as many people silently struggle with personal and environmental challenges. He said, “We can’t take away […]
Nollywood Actor, Shawn Faqua Holds Traditional Wedding
Celebrating their union in style, both Shawn and Sharon looked stunning in elaborate Igbo traditional attire and exchanged vows in a private ceremony attended by close friends and family members. The occasion comes shortly after Faqua announced his engagement to Sharon, a moment he previously described as a “marvelous” and divine blessing. Faqua rose to fame after […]