“Indigenous For Global” A bold theme announcing the 11th edition of AFRIFF in Lagos, Nigeria

“INDIGENOUS FOR GLOBAL” A BOLD THEME ANNOUNCING THE 11TH EDITION OF AFRIFF IN LAGOS, NIGERIA

PRESS RELEASE Opens with Prime Video’s award-winning psychological horror film Nanny The AFRIFF (Africa International Film Festival), announced its 11th edition holding between the 6th and 12th of November 2022.  Speaking with journalists recently, at this year’s festival program launch and media parley at Alliance Française de Lagos, Ikoyi, Lagos, the Founder & Festival Director, […]

All you need to know about Olalekan Afolabi’s feature film debut “FREEDOM WAY’

Freedom Way

PRESS RELEASEThe PlotThree young co-founders struggle to keep their startup alive despite sabotage by a powerful competitor. A bike man finds himself making hard choices when his means of livelihood is lost and he still needs to provide for his family, A doctor struggles with his conscience on the job while trying to connect with […]

“Brotherhood” Premiere: Here Are The Best Celebrity Looks

Tobi Bakre at the Brotherhood Premiere © Nollywire 2022

Top Nollywood and entertainment celebrities turned out in numbers to attend the “Brotherhood” premiere. The “Ojuju Ball” had the star attendees in their craziest avant-garde outfits and we have selected some of the best looks from the premiere event. You can see more photos from the Ojuju Ball through the link at the end of […]

Netflix Unveils “Anikulapo” Full Cast Ahead September 30 Premiere

Anikulapo Full Cast - Kunle Afolayan, Moji Afolayan, and Eyiyemi Afolayan on the set of Anikulapo 2022 Netflix Movie Nollywire

Ahead of the day and date premiere of its upcoming Yoruba fantasy drama, Netflix has revealed “Anikulapo” full cast. The Kunle Afolayan directed title, set to show in cinemas across Nigeria, will begin showing globally on Netflix from September 30, 2022. Watch the trailer and see the synopsis here.

Jade Osiberu Strikes Exclusive Overall Deal With Prime Video

Jade Osiberu Strikes Exclusive Overall Deal With Prime Video

The Nigerian director, writer, producer, and showrunner—and her production company, Greoh Studios—will create and develop TV shows and movies exclusively for Prime Video in a three-year overall deal The news comes as Osiberu’s highly anticipated movie Gangs of Lagos screens at the Toronto International Film Festival, ahead of its world premiere as the first Nigerian Original on […]

League of Orishas: First look at Anthill studio’s new animated series.

League of Orishas: First look at Anthill's new animated series.

Anthill Studios, the video post Production and 3D animation studio behind the 2018 animation, ‘Malika’ is back with another animated series, ‘Leagues of Orishas’. League of Orishas is inspired by various West-African mythologies and set in a time when gods, supernatural beings, humans and strange beasts all co-existed on the face of the earth. The […]

‘Inside Life’: From home to prison, inspired by a true life story.

'Inside Life': From home to prison, a true life inspired story.

On the 31st of August, Sillo Studios held a media screening of their upcoming title ‘Inside Life’. Directed by Tope Adebayo, one of the directors behind the 2022 box office hit King of Thieves, produced and co-written by Lanre Olorunshola and Chuks Enete after Chuks Enete read a book which was gifted to him by […]

“Brotherhood” confirmed to premiere in 14 Countries ahead of September 23 release

"Brotherhood" confirmed to premiere in 14 Countries ahead of September 23 release

Ahead of the “Brotherhood” release on September 23, 2022, GreoH Studios has confirmed that the film will premiere in 14 countries. The countries include: 1. Nigeria 2. Ghana 3. Cameroun, Yaoundé and Douala 4. Bénin Republic, Cotonou 5. Burkina Faso, Ouagadougou 6. Togo, Lomé 7. Niger, Niamey 8. Dakar, Sénégal 9. Brazzaville, Pointe Noire,Oyo, Congo […]

Geshin Salvador’s ‘Ticket To Life’ set for September theatrical debut

Geshin Salvador's 'Ticket To Life' set for September theatrical debut

Meroestream and Nubian productions have confirmed the theatrical debut of its latest collaboration, ‘Ticket to Life’. Produced by Eugene Enogwe and directed by ace filmmaker Geshin Salvador, and scripted by Miskeen Anav from a story by Tomisin Ayoade, the film which hits cinemas on September 23, tells a multifaceted tale that’ll leave film lovers on […]

“Adire”: FilmOne Productions ventures into the world of Originals

"Adire": FilmOne Productions ventures into the world of Originals

FilmOne Entertainment, has wrapped shoot and is now in the post-production stage of its debut original feature film, Adire.  Shot in Ibadan, Oyo state and set in modern times with a feel of ‘vintage’ Nigeria, Adire is a drama that captures the escapades of a young fashion entrepreneur (now retired prostitute), who suffers the effect of a collision […]

“Gangs of Lagos”: Prime Video unveils first Nigerian original title

Gangs of Lagos: Prime Video unveils first Nigerian original title

Prime Video has unveiled its first Amazon Original title from Nigeria, Gangs of Lagos  and for the first time it’s allowing its customers to sign up for membership in Naira. Gangs of Lagos is a high-stakes action thriller that centres on a group of friends who each have to navigate destiny, growing up on the […]

Netflix presents a slate of exciting African titles to come in 2022-2023

Netflix presents a slate of exciting African titles to come in 2022-2023

Netflix hosted See What’s Next Africa on August 2, 2022. There, Netflix presented a slate of exciting African titles to come in 2022-2023 Netflix showcased its increased investment in Africa’s rich heritage of storytelling through exciting new projects that span a diverse range of genres and formats that will be available in 190 countries.  During […]

“Brotherhood” Premiere Will Be in 14 Countries as Jade Osiberu Eyes ₦1 Billion GBO Record

Brotherhood Trailer - Jade Osiberu Sets ₦1 Billion Gross Box Office Goal

Watch the first official “Brotherhood” trailer below. As “Brotherhood” premiere date of September 23 approaches, Jade Osiberu and GreoH Studios organised a media preview for the new “Brotherhood” trailer this morning, Monday, August 1, 2022. At the trailer preview organised for media houses at Filmhouse Cinemas IMAX, Lekki, Lagos State, the host, Lala Akindoju announced […]

“The King’s Horseman” Will Be The First Yoruba Film to Premiere at TIFF 2022

The Kings Horseman Cover 1 Nollywire

“Elesin Oba, The King’s Horseman,” Netflix’s adaptation of Professor Wole Soyinka’s stage play, will be the first Yoruba-language film ever to have its world premiere at the upcoming Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September, 2022. The historical drama, written and directed by Biyi Bandele and produced by EbonyLife Films, is based on “Death and […]

“Money Miss Road” Will Stream Soon, Says Obi Emelonye

Money Miss Road Will Stream Soon Obi Emenloye

Obi Emelonye’s new action comedy, “Money Miss Road,” has been in cinemas nationwide for just six (6) days and the director says the title will soon be available for streaming. Although Emelonye did not disclose the exact streaming premiere date nor the platform, here are other news from this exciting interview with the veteran filmmaker, […]

First Look at “Troublous Weekend,” New Thriller Starring Stan Nze, Anthony Monjaro

Troublous Weekend Stan Nze - Nollywire

Filmmaker, Olatunbosun Amao has unveiled a dark first look at “Troublous Weekend,” his feature film directorial debut. The creepy first images tease the film’s plot with leads AMVCA-winning actor, Stan Nze, and Anthony Monjaro in what looks like they have finally come face to face with the dangers lurking around. Set on the gripping tale […]

Wait is Over as TNC Africa Releases New Little Black Book 2 Trailer

Little Black Book 2 Trailer Cover TNC Africa YouTube Serier - Nollywire

See the trailer below. A year after the first season of TNC Africa’s fan favourite Little Black Book, the AMVCA-nominated corporate and romance drama is back on August 4. From the new Little Black Book 2 trailer, it seems Leo (Ikechukwu Onunaku) is still trying to pull his company from bankruptcy and is pursuing a […]

“Little Black Book 2”: See Release Date And Full Cast Announcement From TNC Africa

Little Black Book 2 2022 Series Poster 1 TNC Africa - Nollywire

Following a successful season one of “Little Black Book,” TNC Africa released the teaser for “Little Black Book 2” on their YouTube channel three weeks ago; teasing the addition of new casts. With the twelve episodes of the first season gaining 1.97 million views, as fans await the official trailer for “Little Black Book 2”, […]

New Climate Action Film, “A Place Called Forward,” Shines At Film Festivals

A Place Called Forward Cover Image

“A Place Called Forward” has been one of the official selections at a number of film festivals and has enjoyed the praises of other filmmakers from around the world. Film festivals are a vital link in the chain of global film culture. They allow filmmakers share their work and discuss topics shown in the film […]