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AFRIMA week kicks off with welcome soirée in Lagos

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The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) is positioning itself as more than an awards ceremony; it is a strategic platform for cultural diplomacy and economic empowerment within the global creative economy. By fostering unity and collaboration among industry leaders and governments, AFRIMA aims to shift global perceptions and create sustainable opportunities for African talent. Its core mission is to leverage music as a powerful tool for authentic storytelling, thereby ensuring African creativity commands greater respect and value worldwide. Ultimately, AFRIMA seeks to build a competitive, united

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‘Colours of Fire’ earns N102.7m in cinemas

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The Nigerian film “Colours of Fire” has achieved a significant commercial milestone, crossing the N100 million mark at the domestic box office. This success underscores a growing and lucrative audience appetite for diverse local storytelling in Nigerian cinemas. The film’s strong performance and sustained momentum indicate a robust market for both established and emerging titles. Ultimately, this demonstrates the financial viability and cultural resonance of high-quality Nollywood productions.

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‘Oversabi Aunty’ hits N382.9m in its 2nd week

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The Nigerian film “Oversabi Aunty” has demonstrated exceptional commercial strength, grossing N382.9 million in just 11 days to become a top-tier Nollywood release. This performance underscores a powerful and sustained audience demand for high-quality local content, driving significant cinema traffic nationwide. The film’s success is not an isolated event but a clear indicator of the robust health and growing economic potential of Nigeria’s domestic film market. Its momentum is expected to continue, solidifying its status as

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Detty December boosts Nigerian music streaming — Spotify

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Spotify data reveals that Nigeria’s Detty December is a powerful cultural and economic engine, driving a 55% surge in local music streaming and a 15% global increase as the diaspora returns home. This seasonal phenomenon transforms from a party calendar into a self-reinforcing digital ecosystem, where physical reunions and events amplify online consumption, and streaming acts as a cultural bridge. The streaming uplift begins weeks in advance, demonstrating “anticipation-led listening” as fans curate soundtracks, proving

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Wande Coal, Chike, others deliver memorable performances at Fuze Festival

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The Fuze Festival, sponsored by Stanbic IBTC, successfully leveraged Nigeria’s top musical talent to create a powerful cultural and commercial event, demonstrating the high value of live entertainment. The event’s core achievement was delivering an immersive, mood-elevating experience that attendees described as an essential escape and a superior alternative to digital music consumption, highlighting the irreplaceable “vibe” of live connection. This underscores a strategic insight: well-executed festivals are potent platforms for brand sponsorship, directly fostering

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Nigerian content creator Carter Efe emerges Africa’s most-followed Twitch streamer

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Nigerian creator Carter Efe has become Africa’s top Twitch streamer, shattering viewership and subscriber records following a strategic livestream with superstar Davido. The event’s success was amplified by high-profile guest appearances and viral moments, demonstrating the immense power of celebrity collaboration in rapidly scaling digital influence. This case highlights a blueprint for explosive audience growth, where cross-industry networking—spanning music, sports, and business—can create a cultural moment that transcends the platform itself. Ultimately

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Oscars to stream exclusively on YouTube 2029

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The Oscars are making a historic shift from traditional broadcast to exclusive global streaming, ending its long-standing partnership with ABC. Beginning in 2029, the ceremony will be available only on YouTube, dramatically expanding its live, worldwide accessibility. This landmark move signals the film industry’s strategic embrace of digital platforms, directly confronting the evolving relationship between cinema and streamers. The partnership represents a fundamental redefinition of how premier cultural events are distributed and consumed.

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NFVCB wants modification of  film title ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’

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Nigeria’s film regulatory board, the NFVCB, is navigating a significant clash between creative freedom and religious sensitivity following public backlash over the film title “A Very Dirty Christmas.” While the board initially approved the title as a protected fictional expression, pressure from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), which deemed it offensive, has forced a regulatory pivot. In a key concession, the NFVCB has now formally requested the producers modify the title, demonstrating that public perception can override initial regulatory judgments. This

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‘Tears for Enebi’ wins big at Los Angeles’ independent short film awards

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The Nigerian short film *Tears for Enebi* has achieved significant international acclaim, winning two major awards at the Independent Short Awards in Los Angeles, including Best Actress for Rahama Zakareeyah. This recognition culminates a 12-year development journey, highlighting the film’s powerful mission to confront sexual violence and amplify survivors’ voices with courage and hope. Its global resonance is further evidenced by a total of five international awards and selection for ten major 2026 film festivals. The project stands

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