As of March 18, 2025, here are the latest updates in Nigerian entertainment:

Nollywood's Global Influence Continues to Rise

Nollywood, Nigeria's vibrant film industry, has solidified its position as a prolific competitor to Hollywood and Bollywood in terms of film production volume. Originating in the late 1980s and gaining momentum with Kenneth Nnebue's "Living in Bondage" (1992), Nollywood has evolved from low-budget, moralistic films to more sophisticated productions. Despite financial and distribution challenges, it maintains a significant cultural impact, especially among Nigerian and diasporic audiences. Modern entries, like "The Wedding Party" and "Eyimofe," reflect both improved technical quality and the continuing evolution of Nigerian society and filmmaking, expanding to global streaming platforms like Netflix.

Resurgence of the Lijadu Sisters' Music Among Younger Audiences

A renewed interest in the Lijadu Sisters, pioneers of Nigerian music in the 1970s and 1980s, has emerged among a younger generation. The identical twins, Taiwo and Kehinde Lijadu, broke barriers in a male-dominated industry and produced five albums addressing social issues, women's rights, and more, in both English and Yoruba. Despite facing harassment under military rule, their music has been reissued by the Numero Group, attracting new fans globally. Taiwo, now 75, continues to honor their legacy after Kehinde's death in 2019. Screenings of the documentary "Konkombe: The Nigerian Pop Music Scene" have sparked wide appreciation for the sisters’ contributions to music and their lasting impact on contemporary artists.

Victor Osimhen Poised for Premier League Move

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is anticipated to join a Premier League club next season. Currently playing for Galatasaray on loan from Napoli, Osimhen has scored 20 goals in 22 games in the Turkish Super Lig, attracting interest from top Premier League teams including Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Tottenham. A release clause of around £63 million and wage demands of approximately £200,000-a-week are expected. Osimhen has previously expressed a desire to play in the Premier League, indicating that it aligns with his future career plans.

Recent Celebrity Highlights

Hip-hop star Tobechukwu Melvin Ejiofor, popularly known as Illbliss, shared insights from an elder about praying for Nigeria.

Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, issued a stern warning against any celebrity engaging with his wife, actress Ashabi Simple.

Nollywood actor Ganiyu Kehinde Morufu, known as Ijoba Lande, claimed to possess videos implicating his wife in infidelity.

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