Enugu governor appoints two Nollywood stars as special assistants
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has appointed popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Eucharia Anunobi, as his senior special assistant on women mobilisation for the Enugu North District.Apart from Ms Anunobi, the governor also appointed another Nollywood actress, Rachael Okonkwo,…
Bollywood Actor Tiger Shroff Survives Shooting Attack In Mumbai
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has survived a shooting attack in Mumbai, India, after gunmen opened fire at his vehicle, injuring his driver and another person. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, October 18, 2026, as the 36-year-old actor was leaving…
Nollywood Eyes $10B Asian Market In Landmark Nigeria-China Film Pact
Nollywood Eyes $10B Asian Market In Landmark Nigeria-China Film Pact A groundbreaking strategic alliance poised to redefine the global footprint of African cinema has been unveiled in Abuja as Nollywood leaders and top Chinese film executives announced a direct commercial…
Nollywood Actor Steven Echendu Is Dead
Nollywood actor Steven Echendu has died, according to a tribute shared by his colleague, Wisdom Nwankwo. Nwankwo disclosed that he learnt of Echendu’s passing on Thursday, expressing sadness over the loss of the actor. Echendu was known for his work…
Nollywood veteran actor Francis Duru dies at 57
Veteran Nigerian actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57, according to an announcement by his family on his official Instagram account. The actor’s family made the announcement in the early hours of Friday, October 23, stating that…
US actor Tom Skerritt, who starred in Top Gun, Steel Magnolias and Alien, dies aged 93
US actor Tom Skerritt, who starred in the TV series Picket Fences and the films Alien and Top Gun, has died aged 93, his family says. Skerritt died on Wednesday of natural causes, his family said: “While the world knew…
Burna Boy unveils $180 sneakers through partnership with Federer-Backed On
Burna Boy’s first sneaker collection with On, the Swiss brand backed by Roger Federer, goes on sale this week with three shoes up to $180. Nigerian music star Burna Boy is releasing his first sneaker collection with On, the Swiss…
John Anderson, Country Music Hall of Fame Inductee, Dies at 71
The country music legend was known for his distinctive voice and a songbook that included “Swingin’,” “Straight Tequila Night,” and “Seminole Wind.” John Anderson, the Country Music Hall of Fame inductee with a distinctive voice and a weighty songbook that…
Nollywood Actress Adunni Ade Mourns Mother’s Death, Seeks Allah’s Mercy
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Adunni Ade is mourning the loss of her mother, who died on Sunday, October 18, following a prolonged illness. The actress announced the sad development in an emotional Instagram post on Monday, expressing her pain over…
Nollywood Actress Tenia Abraham Dies At 32, Laid To Rest In Abuja
Nollywood actress and beauty queen, Tenia Abraham has died after after battling kidney infection and was buried in Abuja on Saturday.Abraham was laid to rest at Gudu Cemetery, Abuja, on October 17, according to an obituary shared on her Instagram…