Harry Kane has become the first English winner of the Ballon d’Or in 25 years after being honoured at a ceremony in London. England captain hit 73 goals for club and country last season; ex-Tottenham forward beat Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe and Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal to the prize. “Wow, I’m almost speechless,” an emotional…
Nigerian filmmaker and creative director Adebayo Emmanuel Fakiyesi, professionally known as The Alien, is bringing his creative expertise to THE BRIDGE, a project by American rapper and creative artist Tobe Nwigwe. Through his companies, Mayhemcre8tives and The Alien Visuals, The Alien has contributed as creative director, executive producer, and co-director across much of the project’s…
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…
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…
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’,…
The company disclosed this in a statement sent to users on Wednesday 2 September 2026. The statement reads: “We are writing to share some difficult news. After a thorough review of our business, we have made the tough decision to wind down our operations in Nigeria, effective 2 September 2026.” Since its launch in Lagos…
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…
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…
Nollywood actor, Jimmy Rolland in an episode on the African A-List podcast, the actor said he ignored several warning signs before marrying his ex-wife because he was convinced she was truthful. “I am not a fool. I saw signs but was hypnotised by my mother-in-law,” he said. According to Jimmy Rolland, both his mother and…
Celebrity chef Hilda Baci has added yet another massive feather to her cap. Guinness World Records has officially named her a Guinness World Records Icon, making her the first Nigerian to receive this specific global honour. The milestone follows her historic triple world record legacy, which includes the longest individual cooking marathon and the world’s…
