…under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The country’s film industry, Nollywood, remains one of the world’s largest by production volume and contributes significantly to employment and cultural diplomacy. The Federal Government has in recent years intensified efforts to strengthen the creative economy throug…

…but now I feel lighter and happier" - Hanks Anuku speaks after deliverance Veteran Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku has expressed gratitude to God after undergoing what he described as a life-changing deliverance. In a video, the actor thanked God for saving him, saying he arrived feeling burdened and unlike himself, but no…

Nollywood actress Biola Bayo responded after a colleague's post sparked reunion rumours with her ex-husbandActress Folake Flakkyfaj shared a photo of Biola and her husband on Facebook, hinting that the pair had reconciledBiola Bayo's sharp-tongued response in the comments had fans in stitches on social media, as many r…

Tunmise, Ivana's lover, has reacted to the allegations made against him by the TikToker, sharing his side of the storyThe female TikToker had alleged that he verbally and physically abused her, sharing videos and voice notes to support her claimsIn a video making the rounds online, Tunmise was seen calling Ivana's fath…

Popular TikToker Ivana publicly called out her lover, Tunmise, over alleged domestic violence in a series of posts on Saturday, July 18Ivana shared evidence of physical wounds and claimed Tunmise pushed her down a staircase and choked her, causing a seizureShe also admitted to cheating on Tunmise, saying the trauma of …

Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar has announced her return to public life after years away from the movie industry, saying her recovery from a prolonged illness was made possible through divine intervention. The actress spoke on Saturday in Lagos during a thanksgiving programme, where she shared her testimony and journ…

…followers.Annie Macaulay is a Nigerian actress and model, widely known for her roles in Nollywood productions and as the wife of Afrobeats legend 2Baba. The couple's marriage has been the subject of intense public scrutiny over the past few years, with Annie previously speaking out about emotional struggles within the…

Nollywood actress, film producer and content creator Oluwapelumi Arameedey Kayode, popularly known as OAK, speaks on her career in Nollywood, her transition into film production, and the work of her production outfit, OAK Productions. In this interview by ADERONKE ADESANYA, she discusses the inspiration behind films in…

…Franklin and Lilian Esoro throw their son, Jayden, a party as he turns 10 (photos/video) Nollywood actress Lilian Esoro and music executive Ubi Franklin put co-parenting on proud display as they teamed up to celebrate their son, Jayden, who clocked the milestone age of 10. The estranged couple hosted an energetic, doub…

Award-winning filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has responded to a viral report claiming he is facing legal action over an alleged N5 billion loanThe report linked the alleged debt to the production of his acclaimed movie ‘Anikulapo’ and claimed that First Bank had summoned him to courtAfolayan has now given a brief response to…

…- Actress Rita Edochie slams Nigerians who celebrate women who break homes Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has strongly condemned the public celebration of women who break marriages, describing the trend as a reflection of societal decay. In a recent statement via her official Instagram account, the veteran movi…

…BobbyMaris, says amidst their marital crisis Bobby Maris, the estranged husband of Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo, has broken his silence regarding their troubled marriage. In a video shared today, Maris acknowledged the overwhelming wave of direct messages flooding his social media platforms since public reports of the…

…commentsFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! A video showing veteran Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku receiving deliverance from Apostle Leo of Salvation at the Mountain of God International Ministry has gone viral on social media, sparking fresh conversations about the actor's well-being.The movie star has…

…position on Ijaya's tragic death. >Legit.ng earlier reported that MC Oluomo celebrated Nollywood actress Kemi Korede on her birthday, sharing a warm tribute via his social media pages on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, that quickly caught the attention of fans and followers.In his post, MC Oluomo, whose full name is Musiliu…

Nollywood actor Femi Adebayo celebrated his first daughter Niniola's 21st birthday with a heartfelt tributeThe actor called Niniola his 'first cry, first joy, and forever baby,' describing her growth as one of the greatest privileges of his lifeFans and colleagues in the entertainment industry also joined the movie sta…

Nollywood actor IK Ogbonna has paid an emotional tribute to his late friend and colleague, Alex Ekubo, more than two months after the actor’s death, saying he still instinctively reaches for his phone to call him. Ogbonna broke his silence in an Instagram post on Tuesday, describing Ekubo’s death as a loss that had cha…

…Ogbodo claims men are flooding her DM to woo her following the crash of her marriage Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo has revealed that her direct messages (DMs) on social media are being flooded by male suitors, following the official breakdown of her marriage to Bobby Maris. The movie star shared this update on her Inst…

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele opened up about the personal sacrifices she made to deliver her record-breaking film Behind The ScenesThe filmmaker revealed she abandoned self-care, skipped parties, and endured sleepless nights to give the project her allBehind The Scenes has grossed N2.7 billion at the box office, so…

GistReel Nollywood actress and the African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Abia State election, Doris Ogala, has declared that she will become the state’s next governor, insisting that her ambition is backed by divine instruction. Ogala made the remarks in a video that has since gone viral acr…

…his late mother's friendsFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Veteran Nollywood actress Iya Rainbow has set the record straight on the rumours surrounding Fuji music icon Wasiu Alabi Ajibola, popularly known as Pasuma.For years, many fans have believed that the late Yoruba actor Baba Agbako was Pasuma'…

GistReel Veteran Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has shared his thoughts on relationships and marriage, advising people not to choose partners based solely on virginity or physical qualities. In a message shared on X (formerly Twitter), the actor noted that while virginity may represent purity, it does not automatically…

Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus, has opened up about the emotional challenges surrounding her weight loss journey, revealing that she has continued to face criticism despite transforming her health and lifestyle. The post I was body-shamed for being plus-size and still get dragged for losing weight — Eniola Badmus app…

Nollywood actor, Oluwole Cole, professionally known as Baraka, has stated that actress Mosunmola Filani is rude and pompous. He made the claim in his latest interview with the African A-List podcast. When asked about his encounter with the actress, Baraka said “Mosun Filani was very rude, and pompous.” Narrating his or…

GistReel Veteran Nollywood actor Femi Branch has made an emotional appeal to Nigerians, urging politicians to stop dragging innocent children into political conflicts. Reacting to the release of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State after 56 days in captivity, the actor lamented that many Nigerian children…

GistReel Popular Nollywood actor IK Ogbonna has rejected online rumors that he is being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for an alleged $75,000 romance scam. Rumours circulated that a 49-year-old American citizen had filed a…