Category: Entertainment
Ayra Starr Announces 2027 Starrgirl World Tour
Afrobeats star Ayra Starr has announced the Starrgirl World Tour, named after her third studio album. The tour will feature 20 shows across Europe, the UK and North America. The announcement follows Starr’s recent achievement as the first African artist to headline the halftime show at an NFL international game. She performed at Tottenham Hotspur…
FOLA’s Sophomore Album ‘9’ Is Out
Nigerian singer FOLA‘s sophomore album, ‘9‘, is out now. The album includes a mix of familiar tracks and exciting collaborations that fans are eagerly anticipating. It features “Treat U Right” with Ayra Starr, “Attention!”, “Fine Ting (Fine $hit)”, and “It’s Over,” which includes contributions from Bella Shmurda and Zlatan. FOLA also recently released “Miss U…
Forbes Name Nigerian Afrobeat Star Burna Boy Among Africa’s Influential Icons
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, known as Burna Boy, has been recognised by Forbes Africa in a special anniversary edition. This edition celebrates 15 influential African personalities whose achievements and ideas have shaped the continent. Burna Boy, a Grammy-winning singer, is featured in the magazine’s “The Icons” selection. This selection is published in the…
10 Nollywood Movies You Need to See in 2026 So Far
Nollywood’s 2026 movie slate has been met with considerable anticipation. The genre has diversified, encompassing romance, family drama, dance cinema and social stories alongside commercial crowd-pleasers. Filmmakers are experimenting with familiar formulas against fresh settings, sharper questions and more personal approaches. This has proven to be an intriguing development. These films traverse diverse communities, generations…
Great news! The Complete Lineup for Afro Nation Portugal 2027 is Now Official.
The full lineup for Afro Nation Portugal 2027 has been revealed, featuring Nigerian stars Davido, Rema and Omah Lay. The popular Afrobeats festival will take place in Portimão, Portugal, from June 9 to June 11 and it will showcase artists from Afrobeats, Amapiano, dancehall and other African-influenced sounds. Davido, Congolese superstar Fally Ipupa and Rema…
I Made ‘ABEFE’ for my Wife and Daughter -Bluwhale
Nigerian Afro-Fuji artiste Bluwhale is preparing to delve deeper into his personal world with an anticipated music project that explores themes of love, family, past experiences and life stories. The emerging artiste, who describes his sound as a fusion of Fuji and contemporary Afrobeats, stated that his forthcoming body of work will be part of…
James Abinibi’s One Gidi Night is coming to the Cinemas
Nigerian filmmaker James Abinibi is known for his thought-provoking films that entertain while tackling pressing societal issues. His latest project, One Gidi Night, is set for cinema release on September 11, 2026. Distributed by Film One Entertainment, the film boasts a stellar cast including Wunmi Toriola, Uzor Arukwe, Gabriel Afolayan, Idia Aisien, Ibrahim Yekini ‘Itele’,…
18th Headies Awards: Afropop singer, FOLA is the Most Nominated Artiste
Fola is having an incredible year. Leading the nominations for the 18th Headies Awards, he’s the most nominated artiste at this year’s ceremony with a whopping 10 nominations and his first time appearing on the list. His full name is Odunlami Afolarin Temiloluwa and he’s received nominations across several major categories following the release of…
From Content Creator to Filmmaker: Rufai Bukola Celebrates 1m Views in 10 Days for ‘My Sister’ on YouTube
Rufai Bukola, a lifestyle influencer, content creator, filmmaker and model, is celebrating another exciting career milestone. Her latest film, ‘My Sister’, is performing exceptionally well on YouTube. Originating from Osun State, Bukola is renowned for creating authentic and engaging content across various platforms including lifestyle, fashion, beauty and entertainment. This approach has cultivated a dedicated…
Funke Akindele Announces New Film ‘The Four: No One Fights Alone’
Award-winning filmmaker, actress and producer; Funke Akindele has announced her next feature film, The Four: No One Fights Alone and it will be released in cinemas on 11 December. The film features an ensemble cast including Bisola Aiyeola, Chioma Akpotha, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Timini Egbuson, Lateef Adedimeji, Ali Nuhu, Uzor Arukwe, Ronke Oshodi Oke, Antar Laniyan…