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If you think their on-screen relationship ends the moment a director shouts “cut”, then perhaps you haven’t been paying enough attention to the undeniable chemistry between Bimbo Ademoye and Timini Egbuson. For years, the two Nollywood stars have captivated audiences with their performances, serving up memorable moments that leave fans wanting more. But lately, conversations…
Thai-Nigerian singer and performer, Anastensia Okoye, popularly known as Anastensia, is gaining attention on Thailand’s singing show, Tower of Love, where she continues to showcase her voice, confidence and stage presence. The young artiste, who is of Thai and Nigerian heritage, has become one of the interesting faces on the show, bringing a different kind…
South Africa has processed more than 15,000 Malawian nationals to exit the country ahead of next week’s anti-immigration marches that many fear could turn violent, the justice minister said Friday, with thousands more awaiting clearance in makeshift encampments. Citizen-led groups have issued an unofficial June 30 deadline for undocumented foreign nationals to leave the…
The Lagos State Government has called on all Nigerians, not just stakeholders, to protect and promote the country’s cultural heritage, arts and tourism assets. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Bopo Oyekan-Ismaila, made the call at a news conference organised by the Nigeria Association of Tour Operators in Lagos ahead of its…
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has invited three professionals of Nigerian descent to join its membership, further strengthening Nigerian representation in global cinema. British-Nigerian filmmaker Akinola Davies Jr., actor Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, and costume designer PC Williams are among the 529 artists and executives selected for the Academy’s 2026 class. Membership…
There are actors. And then, there are legends whose faces become permanently woven into the cultural memory of a people. Dr. Kola Oyẹwọ belonged to the latter category. This was one actor you have no choice but to stand still for while watching him. The charisma, the zeal, the interpretation of his role. For decades,…
Somtochukwu Okafor, the third son of the late actor John “Mr Ibu” Okafor, has pushed back against his father’s widow, Stellamaris, after she publicly appealed for financial help to cover the rent for their home and his children’s school fees. PREMIUM TIMES gathered that Ms Stellamaris and her children appealed during an interview with content…
The digital media landscape has officially reached a billion-dollar tipping point, but the true story lies in the structural mechanics of how that money is made. When Forbes dropped its 2026 Top Creators list, the headline figure crossed a historic milestone: the top 50 creators collectively generated $1.02 billion between March 2025 and March…
Nigeria’s creative influence continues to gain ground on the global stage, with music stars Wizkid and Asake making high-profile appearances at the Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2027 presentation during Paris Men’s Fashion Week. The Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2027 presentation by Men’s Creative Director Pharrell Williams drew celebrities and industry figures from across fashion,…
Ayoade ‘KJ Sheggs’ Olusegun is a serial entrepreneur, brand strategist, and technology innovator with over a decade of experience operating from Ibadan, Nigeria. He is the founder of Nairoke Entertainment, a company that revolutionised the Nigerian karaoke industry and GuessWhot Solutions, a strategy, execution, and digital products company that leverages AI to build scalable solutions.…
