By Ayo Onikoyi The British Council has launched the second cohort of Film Lab Africa, a film accelerator programme aimed at supporting emerging filmmakers, screenwriters and episodic storytellers across Nigeria. The initiative, launched in Lagos on May 5, 2026, is being delivered in partnership with EbonyLife Creative Academy⁠ and Iconic Steps⁠. Film Lab Africa, first […]

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, AMVCA, went down last night at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos in a blaze of glory, with Nollywood stars stealing the spotlight.

By Ayo Onikoyi Makeup artiste and beauty entrepreneur Dagana Blessing has said her desire to support young creatives in the beauty industry inspired the training of over 200 young women in bridal makeup skills at the recently held DB Experience. Speaking on the initiative, Dagana said the idea was born from her desire to create […]

By Ayo Onikoyi Veteran Nollywood actress and filmmaker Uche Jombo has advised aspiring actors to take advantage of social media to showcase their talent, warning that many young performers are failing to maximize opportunities available to them. Jombo spoke on Wednesday during the AMVCA 12 Young Filmmaker’s Day, themed “Audacious Storytelling and Attracting the Right […]

By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian filmmaker, actress and entrepreneur, Idunnunmi Esan, has said that true success for women goes beyond physical appearance, stressing that character, confidence and purpose are more important than beauty. Speaking with Potpourri on her journey in the entertainment and beauty industries, the Chief Executive Officer of IDBERRY Beauty Product and Services, popularly […]