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Goes To Cannes
AFRIFF to Represent Lagos at “Goes To Cannes” 2026

“Goes to Cannes” is a Marché du Film initiative that brings together selected film festivals…

Nnedi Okorafor
Nnedi Okorafor Wins First NAACP Image Award for “Death of the Author”

The win was announced during the first night of the 57th NAACP Image Awards virtual…

Tiwa Savage
Tiwa Savage Partners with Berklee College of Music to Launch Foundation for African Music Creatives

The inaugural initiative, Berklee in Nigeria: Tiwa Savage Intensive Music Program, will take place April…

Wole Talabi
Wole Talabi’s Second Novel, “The Fist of Memory”, Set for October 2026 Release

Described as a first-contact speculative thriller, The Fist of Memory explores memory, power, and interconnectedness…

Nigeria Prize for Literature
NLNG Announces Call for Entries for Nigeria Prize for Literature and Creative Arts

The Nigeria Prize for Literature rotates across four literary genres: prose fiction, poetry, drama, and…

The Black Book 2: Old Scores
Editi Effiong Returns With “The Black Book 2: Old Scores”, Sequel To Netflix Nigerian Crime Thriller

The Black Book 2: Old Scores brought together at least 300 crew members from around…

My Father's Shadow
“My Father’s Shadow” Wins Outstanding Debut Award At 2026 BAFTA

My Father’s Shadow’s latest BAFTA recognition rides on previous wins and globetrotting. By Adedamola Jones…

Entertainment Week Africa
Entertainment Week Africa Hosts Creative Connect to Drive Collaboration in Africa’s Creative Sector

The event provided a platform for global industry players and African creative leaders to engage…

Kunle Afolayan
Kunle Afolayan Signs Deal with Benin Republic to Boost West Africa’s Film Industry

Kunle Afolayan has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Republic of Benin to…

Eniola Bolaji
Eniola Bolaji Becomes First African World No. 1 in Women’s SL3 Para-Badminton

Eniola Bolaji’s achievement places the BFN ahead of other federations under the National Sports Commission…