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Lagos International Theatre Festival 2025 — What to Expect
Come November, Lagos will once again transform into a living stage as the Lagos International Theatre Festival (LITF) returns for its 2025 edition. From November 10 to 16, theatre, star power, and unforgettable moments will collide at Muson Centre. Founded by Bolanle...
Kunle Afolayan — Building Nollywood: From The Figurine to Aníkúlápó
Nollywood’s Master BuilderIf Nollywood were a construction site, Kunle Afolayan would be the foreman, architect, and interior designer rolled into one. As CEO of Golden Effects Pictures, he’s spent nearly two decades turning Nigerian cinema from “quick and quirky” to...
From AI Advocate to Nollywood Producer: Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji’s Makemation Journey
In bringing Africa’s first AI film to life, Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji blends technology with Nollywood storytelling, showing young Africans that the future belongs to dreamers.A Shirt, A StatementThe moment the camera focused on Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji during her...
Makemation Film — Africa’s First AI-themed Feature Redefines Nollywood
It was an unusual weekend in Nigerian cinemas as movie lovers and tech enthusiasts witnessed a groundbreaking moment: the release of Makemation, Africa’s first AI-themed feature film. Produced by Artificial Intelligence for Development expert Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji...
TALP-X 5.0 Recap — Two Original Plays, One Unforgettable Experience
One night, two original playsThe moment the lights dimmed inside Terra Kulture Arena on September 20th, 2025, a hush swept through the hall. In that instant, the audience ceased to be mere spectators; they became part of an experience that came alive as two original...
Darasimi Nadi — A Fast-Rising Nollywood Star
A Star in the MakingDarasimi Nadi’s story is proof that while Nollywood continues to be shaped by its veterans, a new generation of young Nollywood actresses is also emerging, fresh talents preparing to showcase Nigerian cinema to the world. At just 14, Darasimi has...
Joke Silva Legacy— The Enduring Screen Icon
She is one to receive a standing ovation when she walks into a room. Her presence commands respect—not out of fear, but because she embodies success itself. To many aspiring women in the creative space, she is more than an actress; she is a role model and a beacon of...
Our Female Writers Are Changing Nigerian Theatre!
What is Nigerian theatre best known for? Stories that connect with the soul! Nigerian theatre has always carried the weight of history, storytelling, and social change. For decades, the stage was dominated by men, their plays more widely recognized and celebrated. But...
Women at the Center: How Modern Festivals Are Redefining Empowerment
Across Africa, festivals have always been more than entertainment. They are spaces where people gather to celebrate, share, and connect. In recent years, a new wave of women-centered festivals has emerged in Nigeria, giving women not just stages to shine, but also...
Kemi Adetiba: Nollywood’s Story ‘Engineer’
-Kemi Adetiba has a way of making people stop and pay attention. When she drops a project, the noise around it isn’t just about the star-studded cast or glossy visuals; it’s about the kind of story she’s telling. Her latest work, To Kill A Monkey, now streaming on...