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August 7, 2026
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Kaelo Iyizoba’s The Spectacular Death of Prisca Is Heading to TIFF 2026

Kaelo Iyizoba’s The Spectacular Death of Prisca will have its world premiere in the Short Cuts programme at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival. The 23-minute short stars Rita Dominic, Genoveva Umeh, Kenzy Udosen, Fae Olumide and Shamz Garuba. It follows a mother thrown into a fever-dream quest to rescue her daughter on her wedding... Read More
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August 4, 2026
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Daniel Oriahi’s The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives Set for World Premiere at TIFF26

The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives has been selected for the Centrepiece Programme at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF26). Directed by Daniel Oriahi, the film will have its World Premiere at the festival ahead of its December 4, 2026 theatrical release. The adaptation of Lola Shoneyin’s novel stars Omowunmi Dada, Iyabo Ojo,... Read More
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March 18, 2026
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Kojah Kaze Set to Host Landmark Comedy Special “Nights Before The Madison Square” at Terra Kulture

Following the breakout success of his debut special, Don’t Judge Me, one of Nigeria’s most compelling new voices in stand-up comedy, Kojah Kaze, has announced his next headline performance, “Nights Before The Madison Square,” set to hold on March 22nd, 2026, at the iconic Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos. Nights Before The Madison Square is... Read More
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March 10, 2026
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Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort to Host Second Edition of Executive Women’s Seminar

Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort, powered by Glocient Hospitality, will host the second edition of the Executive Women’s Seminar (EWS 2.0) from March 20–22, 2026, bringing together accomplished female leaders across business, hospitality, technology, finance, and the creative industries for a weekend of strategic conversations, leadership development, and networking. The flagship seminar, themed “The Power of... Read More
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February 24, 2026
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OYA SPOTLIGHT: Uche Chika Celebrates 10 Years of Craft

It’s a season of celebration for Uche Chika Elumelu as she marks a decade in the entertainment industry, representing 10 years of grace, grit, and growth as a performer, creator, and voice for authentic African storytelling. She’s been there from theatre stages to movie screens, from Lagos creative hubs to international audiences. She has paid... Read More
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February 22, 2026
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Editi Effiong Confirms The Black Book Sequel

Nollywood filmmaker Editi Effiong has confirmed that a sequel to his global Netflix hit The Black Book is officially in development. The director shared details about the project on his X (formerly Twitter) account this weekend, revealing that the follow-up will be titled The Black Book: Old Scores.  Effiong disclosed that he and co-writer Bunmi Ajakaiye have spent over two... Read More
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February 20, 2026
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The Black Book 2: Old Scores Attracts International Backing, Signaling Shift in Nollywood Financing 

The sequel to The Black Book is officially in development, with international backing marking a significant moment for Nigeria’s film industry. This is as a producer behind the Apple TV+ series Severance, has joined the upcoming sequel to the 2023 Nigerian thriller directed by Editi Effiong. The development follows the commercial and streaming success of the original film, which... Read More
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February 20, 2026
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Son of the Soil Sparks a New Era for African Cinema with Netflix Africa Premiere on March 1 

The UK-Nigerian action thriller Son of the Soil is set for release on Netflix across Africa on March 1, 2026, following a standout international festival and cinema run. What began as a bold cinematic vision has evolved into a highly anticipated film, with its debut on video-on-demand promising to reach millions of viewers across the... Read More
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February 16, 2026
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Movie Review: Should You Watch Everything Is New Again?

Everything Is New Again offers a compelling exploration of love, age, and personal growth. For those who appreciate a mix of escapism and emotional depth, it delivers a story that resonates. Depending on where you are in your life, it may even push you to reconsider the relationships you are holding onto. Written by Nicole... Read More
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January 25, 2026
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Red Circle Heads to Kava TV

Exactly six months after its cinema run, Nora Awolowo’s crime thriller, Red Circle, is coming to Kava TV on Thursday, January 29, 2026.  The announcement was made via Kava’s official Instagram page. Directed by Akay Mason, the film is Awolowo’s feature-producing debut under Rixel Studios. The cast features a star-studded lineup, including Tobi Bakre, Omowunmi... Read More
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January 25, 2026
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Fusion Intelligence and Filmjoint Partner to Scale Nigerian Film Distribution

Fusion Intelligence Technologies has partnered with Filmjoint as its official ticketing and content protection partner. Confirmed in January 2026, the collaboration focuses on four core objectives: ticketing infrastructure, data integrity, content protection, and expanded distribution. The partnership creates a pipeline for independent filmmakers. Using the Convoy platform, creators can upload films for screening at Filmjoint... Read More
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January 22, 2026
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‘Àjose: The Stories That Bind Us’ Puts Women’s Health in the Spotlight

On January 19, filmmakers, healthcare professionals, and creatives gathered for ÀJOSE: The Stories That Bind Us, a collaborative event aimed at addressing women’s reproductive health and bodily autonomy in Nigeria through storytelling. Presented by Ajose Nigeria, the initiative used film screenings and moderated panels to examine how cultural silence and social stigma continue to impact... Read More
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January 16, 2026
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‘The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives’ Hits Cinemas in December 2026

Lola Shoneyin’s 2010 bestselling novel, ‘The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives’, will be released in cinemas globally this December. Produced by EbonyLife Films, the novel’s debut screen adaptation is a collaboration between EbonyLife Group, Genesis Group, Nile Media Entertainment Group, and Silverbird Group. The film follows Baba Segi, his four wives, and seven children... Read More
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January 15, 2026
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AFRIFF Winner To Adaego With Love Set for February 6 Cinema Release

AFRIFF 2025 Best Feature Film and Best Screenplay winner To Adaego With Love is scheduled for a nationwide cinema release on February 6, 2026. Directed by Nwamaka Priscilla Chikezie and written by Brenda Ogbukaa-Garuba, the 129-minute historical drama is set in Enugu in 1975, five years after the Nigerian Civil War. The film follows Adaego... Read More
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January 14, 2026
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Former Botswana President Visits Ikogosi Warm Springs

Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort and Conference Centre recently welcomed H.E. Dr. Mokgweetsi Eric Masisi, former President of the Republic of Botswana, in a high-profile visit that reinforces the resort’s growing international relevance and strategic importance within Africa’s tourism landscape. During the visit, Dr. Masisi toured the resort’s facilities and experienced the rare natural phenomenon of... Read More
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August 7, 2026
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February 22, 2026
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Editi Effiong Confirms The Black Book Sequel
February 20, 2026
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Son of the Soil Sparks a New Era for African Cinema with Netflix Africa Premiere on March 1 
February 16, 2026
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Movie Review: Should You Watch Everything Is New Again?
January 25, 2026
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Fusion Intelligence and Filmjoint Partner to Scale Nigerian Film Distribution
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