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How Nollywood Star, Linda Ejiofor Made History at 2026 AMVCA

This Day 16 May 2026
The Meeting’ with original story by Tunde Babalola and directed by Mildred Okwo is an amazing movie, which is a worthy representative of the new Nollywood ... The Nollywood star made history by being the ...
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Nollywood Icons Back Desmond Elliot’s Fourth-Term Bid

This Day 14 May 2026
Veteran actors and filmmakers under the banner of Nollywood Icons have appealed to the Chief of Staff to the ... It remains one of the strongest cultural capitals of Nollywood,” the statement added.
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Nigeria: Nollywood in Mourning As Actor Alexx Ekubo Dies At 40

All Africa 13 May 2026
The Nigerian film industry mourns as one of its most charismatic stars, Alexx Ekubo, passed away today, Tuesday. He was 40 years old ....
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Alex Ekubo: Nollywood actor dies aged 40 in Nigeria

BBC News 13 May 2026
The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts. .
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Meta backs Nollywood, South African cinema to expand Facebook influence

Business Day Online 13 May 2026
Meta has launched the sixth edition of its pan-African campaign, ‘Made by Africa, loved by the world’, with a strong. read more Meta backs Nollywood, South African cinema to expand Facebook influence ....
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Nollywood actor Alexx Ebuko passes away at 40 after battling with cancer

The Times of India 13 May 2026
Many prominent members of Nollywood penned down ... Adding that the late actor was a rare soul in Nollywood, he stated, “To think you already prepared your Will — It’s heartbroken, I can’t quite describe.
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Alexx Ekubo Nollywood actor dies at 40

Business Day Online 12 May 2026
Nigerian actor Alexx Ekubo, one of Nollywood’s most charismatic and bankable leading men known for his leading roles in romantic. read more Alexx Ekubo Nollywood actor dies at 40 ....
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Nollywood in Mourning as Actor Alexx Ekubo Dies at 40

This Day 12 May 2026
Life & Style . 18 seconds ago. Yinka Olatunbosun. The Nigerian film industry mourns as one of its most charismatic stars, Alexx Ekubo, passed away today, Tuesday ... The news has triggered an outpouring of grief from his peers across Nollywood ... .
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Johnnie Walker Honours Nollywood Veterans, Sola Sobowale, Kanayo O. Kanayo

This Day 12 May 2026
Nollywood legends Sola Sobowale and Kanayo O ... In the same vein, Kanayo’s remarkable career, defined by versatility, longevity, and dedication to his craft, has firmly established him as one of Nollywood’s most iconic actors.
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Monica 2 surpasses Oboli’s Love in Every Word, with N171M in 14 days

Business Day Online 12 May 2026
Uche Montana’s film, “Monica 2,” has established itself as a massive digital hit, translating its viral success into significant earnings,. read more Monica 2 surpasses Oboli’s Love in Every Word, with N171M in 14 days ....
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‘My Father’s Shadow’ dominates12th AMVCA with five major wins

Business Day Online 10 May 2026
The 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) held in Lagos was a historic night for the cinematic masterpiece “My. read more ‘My Father’s Shadow’ dominates12th AMVCA with five major wins ....
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AMVCA 2026: 12th edition winners- Live updates

Business Day Online 09 May 2026
The biggest night in African cinema is underway. As winners are announced at the 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. read more AMVCA 2026. 12th edition winners- Live updates ....
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AMVCA 2026 opens with focus on young filmmakers, digital storytelling

Business Day Online 07 May 2026
The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2026 opened on Wednesday with Young Filmmakers Day, placing attention. read more AMVCA 2026 opens with focus on young filmmakers, digital storytelling ....
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Paris gets taste of Nigeria's Nollywood

The Mercury - Manhatten Knasas 06 May 2026
Paris gets a taste of Nigeria's film industry on Wednesday with the start of the NollywoodWeek festival, with movies exploring love, family and duty, shorts and documentaries ... .
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