Monday, September 29, 2014

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: BIMBO THOMAS


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 29) is the birthday of Nollywood actress, Bimbo Thomas. She grew up on Lagos Island. She attended the University of Lagos, where she majored in Creative Arts. Some of her movies are Omo Ghetto, Afun Aye, and Opolo. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday.

WHAT FUNKE AKINDELE WORE TO THE PREMIERE OF 'OCTOBER 1'


Nollywood star, Funke Akindele, was at the premiere of Kunle Afolayan's psychological thriller, October 1, which took place yesterday in Lagos. For the event, the actress went retro, wearing flared trousers, and a colourful long-sleeve top. 

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: JOKE SILVA


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 29) is the birthday of veteran actress, Joke Silva. She is from Lagos State, Nigeria. She studied English at the University of Lagos, and later Drama at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Arts (London, England). She is married to veteran actor, Olu Jacobs. Some of the movies she has appeared in are Violated, Silent Night, Women’s Cot, 30 Days, The Amazing Grace, and Tango With Me. In 2006, she won the AMAA award for Best Actress in a Leading Role (AMAA 2006) for her role in Women’s Cot. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday.

Sunday, September 28, 2014

GENEVIEVE SET TO LAUNCH ONLINE SALES OF FASHION LINE


Nollywood star, Genevieve Nnaji, is set to begin online sales of clothes from her fashion label, St. Genevieve. The clothes will be exclusively available from online retailer, Jumia. She has been doing a photoshoot for her fashion line. Check out a behind-the-scenes video from the photoshoot after the cut ... 

Saturday, September 27, 2014

CHECK OUT FUNKE AKINDELE'S STUNNING LOOK AT THE OPENING OF MVP CLUB


Nollywood star, Funke Akindele, attended the opening of MVP Club, which took place yesterday (September 26) in Lagos. The club is owned by Nigerian comedian, Ayo 'AY' Makun. Check out some pictures of the actress at the event after the cut ...

BEAUTIFUL! GENEVIEVE NNAJI SHARES MAKEUP-FREE PHOTO


Nollywood star, Genevieve Nnaji, posted this makeup free photo on Instagram last Thursday. The picture shows the actress at a photoshoot with makeup artist, Lola Maja-Okojevoh, and acclaimed photograper, Kelechi Amadi Obi.

Friday, September 26, 2014

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: JOYCE KALU


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 26) is the birthday of Nollywood actress, Joyce Kalu. She is from Abia State, Nigeria. She attended the University of Port Harcourt. Some of her movies are Agony of a Prince, Throne of GloryBattle of Kings, Brother's War, and Little Calabash. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday.

Thursday, September 25, 2014

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: JIM IYJKE


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 25) is the birthday of Nollywood star, Jim Iyke. He is from Enugu Agidi in Anambra State, Nigeria. He attended the University of Jos, where he studied Psychology. Some of his movies are Fatal Seduction, Kings Battle, Love My Way, Beyonce and Rihanna, Crime Kingdom, and Last Flight to Abuja. Join us in wishing him a happy birthday.

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: SEGUN ARINZE


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 24) is the birthday of Nollywood star, Segun Arinze. He is from Badagry, Lagos. He attended Obafemi Awolowo University, where he studied Dramatic Arts. Some of his movies are Battle of Love, Silent Night, Church Business, and 30 Days. Join us in wishing him a happy birthday.

IKE NNAEBUE'S 'FALSE' TOPS NMA 2014 NOMINATION LIST


Ike Nnaebue’s movie, False, topped the recently released nomination list for Nollywood Movies Awards (NMA) 2014, with eleven nominations. The movie, which was written and directed by Ike Nnaebue, features great acting by Uche Jombo, Kate Henshaw, Kalu Ikeagwu and Oma Iyasara. In 2013, False received three nominations at Houston-based Golden Icons Academy Awards (GIAMA), and Kate Henshaw won Best Supporting Actress at GIAMA 2013 for her performance in False. Meanwhile, Ike Nnaebue's new movie, The Other Side, will be premiered in Houston, Texas, on October 26, 2014. The Other Side was filmed entirely in Houston, and it features Uche Jombo, Chet Anekwe, and Dtymi Ngozi Ibe. Following are the nominations which False received at NMA 2014:

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

JIMMY JEAN-LOUIS, YVONNE NELSON, YVONNE OKORO, VAN VICKER, AND OTHERS AT LYDIA FORSON'S PREMIERE


AMAA winner, Lydia Forson, premiered her first poduction, A Letter from Adam, at Silverbird Cinemas, Accra, last Friday (September 19). The premiere was attended by many celebrities, some of whom were Jimmy Jean-Louis, Yvonne Nelson, Yvonne Okoro, Reggie Rockstone, Van Vicker, Elikem Kumordzie, Sandra Ankobiah, and Pascal Amanfo. A Letter From Adam is a romantic drama directed by Atlanta-based Ghanaian director, Sam Kessie. It is a contemporary story about love, loss and hope. It stars Lydia Forson, Wale Ojo, Naa Ashorkor Mensah-Doku, Akorfa Edjeani, Albert Jackson, and Fred Kanebi. Check out some pictures from the premiere after the cut ...

Monday, September 22, 2014

WHO WORE IT BETTER? FUNKE AKINDELE OR RITA DOMINIC?


Nollywood stars, Funke Akindele and Rita Dominic, both attended the wedding of Senator Florence Ita-Giwa's daughter, which took place last Saturday. However, they took different approaches to the aso-ebi outfit, which they wore for the event. So, who wore it better? Funke Akindele or Rita Dominic?

MONALISA CHINDA, SEGUN ARINZE, IBINABO FIBERESIMA WALK FOR CHARITY


On September 13, 2014, Monalisa Chinda, participated in Slum2School Africa's charity fundraising walk, which took place in Lagos. The objective was to raise funds to support the education of 1000 children living in slums and remote communities in Nigeria. Others who participated in the walk are AY, Alibaba, Julius Agwu, Ufuoma Ejenobor, Timi Dakolo, Ibinabo Fiberesima, Tonye Cole, and Segun Arinze. Monalisa Chinda, was also appointed a Slum2School Africa ambassador. Check out some pictures from the charity walk after the cut ...

PHOTOS: MONALISA CHINDA'S BIRTHDAY DINNER


Nollywood star, Monalisa Chinda, marked her 40th birthday with friends and colleagues at a private birthday dinner on Saturday, 13 September 2014. The dinner was held at Villa Medici in Victoria Island, Lagos. The actress was also appointed as brand ambassador for the Slum2School project at the event. Some of those who were at the dinner are Joke Silva, Tonye Cole, Hon. Kingsley Kuku, Hon. Joy Okunu, Liz Benson Ameye, Segun Arinze, Charles Okafor, Zik Zulu Okafor, Lola Maja-Okojevoh, and Ireti Doyle. Check out some pictures from the event after the cut ...

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: MAJID MICHEL


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 22) is the birthday of star actor, Majid Michel. He was born in Accra to a Lebanese father and a Ghanaian mother. The first movie in which he appeared was Divine Love. Some of his other movies are Agony of the Christ, Chelsea, Bursting Out, and Somewhere In Africa. He won Best Actor in A Leading Role at the 2012 African Movie Academy Awards. Join us in wishing him a happy birthday.

Sunday, September 21, 2014

CHECK OUT WHAT RITA DOMINIC WORE TO THE WEDDING OF ITA-GIWA'S DAUGHTER


Nollywood star, Rita Dominic, attended the wedding of Senator Ita-Giwa's daughter, which took place in Lagos on Saturday. For the wedding the actress wore a stylish off-the shoulder slit dress.

YUL EDOCHIE, DANIEL K DANIEL, NICHOLE BANNA, STAR IN 'ROASTED ALIVE'


Yul Edochie, Daniel K Daniel, Chacha Eke, and Nichole Banna, star in a new movie titled Roasted Alive, which was recently shot in Asaba. The movie was produced by Solo Amaco Apete, and directed by Amaechi Ukeje. Also in the movie are veteran actors Diewait Ikpechukwu, and Patience Ozokwo. Enjoy the teaser and check out some location pictures from the production below ...

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: MIKE EZURUONYE


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 21) is the birthday of Nollywood actor, Mike Ezuruonye. He is from Abia State, Nigeria. He attended Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka where he studied Accounting. The first movie in which he appeared was Broken Marriage. He had his breakthrough with the 2005 movie, Critical Decision. Some of his other movies are Native Son, Prince of the Niger, Father’s Blood, Strength to Strength, and Crisis in Paradise. Join us in wishing him a happy birthday.

Saturday, September 20, 2014

CHECK OUT FUNKE AKINDELE'S WEEKEND LOOK


Nollywood star, Funke Akindele, got all dolled up for the wedding of Senator Florence Ita-Giwa's daughter today. Check out her look after the cut ...

CHECK OUT RITA DOMINIC'S WEEKEND SELFIE


Nollywood star, Rita Dominic, posted this selfie on Instagram today. The pictures shows her and her P.A at the wedding of Senator Florence Ita-Giwa's daughter. The actress is wearing a pink headtie and matching shade of lipstick in the picture. Radiant!

CHECK OUT JULIET IBRAHIM'S MAKEUP-FREE SELFIE


Ghanaian star, Juliet Ibrahim, posted this makeup-free selfie on Instagram today. Not bad eh?

Friday, September 19, 2014

OMOTOLA JALADE EKEINDE AT THE HOUSTON PREMIERE OF 'BLOOD IN THE LAGOON'


On the 13th of September, Blood In The Lagoon starring Omotola directed by Teco Benson was premiered in Houston, Texas. Omotola wearing a Tan Ejiro Amos Tafiri wrap dress, Red statement Dapri for OmoT neck piece and Gold Ivanna Trump sandals. Blood in the Lagoon follows a story of two divides and the class system between the rich and the poor sharing the lagoon. The movie will be hitting Nigerian cinemas soon. Check out pictures from the premiere after the cut ...

FUNKE AKINDELE ROCKS DENIM - SEE PICS


In the past few days, Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has taken to wearing denim. Check out some of her denim looks after the cut ...   

OOH LA LA! CHECK OUT GENEVIEVE'S NEW SELFIE


Nollywood star, Genevieve Nnaji posted this lovely selfie on Instagram on Thursday.  What do you think people?

Monday, September 15, 2014

RITA DOMINIC'S STUNNING LOOK AT MO ABUDU'S 50TH BIRTHDAY BASH


Nollywood star, Rita Dominic, attended the 50th birthday party of media mogul, Mo Abudu, which took place on Saturday at Lagos Oriental. The actress attended the event dressed in a stunning floor-length blue dress with a scalloped front.

CHECK OUT JACKIE APPIAH'S LOVELY NEW PICTURE


Ghanaian star, Jackie Appiah, posted this lovely new studio picture on Instagram today. It shows her wearing an olive-colored jacket and top.

Sunday, September 14, 2014

PICTURES FROM MERCY JOHNSON'S BABY SHOWER


Pregnant Nollywood star, Mercy Johnson, had her baby shower in the US last week. Present at the baby shower were Nollywood director, Tchidi Chikere, and his partner, Nuella Njubigbo (who is also pregnant). Check out some pictures from the event after the cut ...

NUELLA NJUBIGBO IS PREGNANT - SEE PICS


Nollywood actress, Nuella Njubigbo, is pregnant. Her partner, Tchidi Chikere, posted some pictures of himself and the pregnant actress on his Instagram account Saturday. Check them out after the cut ...

Saturday, September 13, 2014

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: CHIGOZIE ATUANYA


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 13) is the birthday of Nollywood actor, Chigozie Atuanya. He is from Agu-Ukwu Nri, Anambra State, Nigeria. He attended Enugu State University of Technology, where he studied Public Administration. The first movie in which he appeared was King Jaja of Opobo (1998). The second movie he appeared in was Rattle Snake 3 (1999). Some of his other movies are Ladies Men, Blackberry Babes, Battle for Pride, Love Apart, and War Game. In 2011, he won the City People Award for Best Actor. He got married in August 2013 to his wife, Obianuju. They were blessed with their first child (a girl) one week ago.  Join us in wishing him a happy birthday.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: MONALISA CHINDA


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 13) is the birthday of Nollywood actress, Monalisa Chinda. She is from Ikwerre, Rivers State. She attended the University of Port Harcourt, where she studied Theatre Arts. Some of her movies are Spirit of Love, Golden Moon, Broken Pieces, Okon Lagos, Timeless Passion, and Kiss & Tell. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday.

Thursday, September 11, 2014

RUKKY SANDA LOOKS FABULOUS!


Nollywood actress, Rukky Sanda, is looking fabulous in this selfie, which she shared on Instagram on Tuesday. It shows the actress striking a sassy pose as she hangs from the back of a golf cart. The actress is currently on summer vacation.

SELFIE ALERT: DESMOND ELLIOTT SHARES A BANK SELFIE


Nollywood star, Desmond Elliot, today shared this selfie, which was taken in a bamk, while waiting for a transaction to go through. In the caption, he wrote: "Ok @d bank, time running maybe dis selfie will calm me down."

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

JIM IYKE AND NADIA BUARI ALL LOVED UP IN NEW PICTURE - SEE PIC


Jim Iyke and Nadia Buari, have both shared an intimate picture which they recently took on their Instagram accounts. It seems the picture was taken on Tuesday in New York. Nadia Buari also shared a video clip, which shows Jim Iyke giving her a scare while she was playing the guitar. Check out the funny video after the cut ...

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

STILL ON VACATION: RUKKY SANDA POSTS A LOVELY VACATION PHOTO


Nollywood actress, Rukky Sanda, who is currently on vacation shared the picture above, which shows her enjoying the sunshine at her holiday getaway. The actress went on vacation shortly after celebrating her birthday on August 23.

EBUBE NWAGBO SHOWS OFF SOME LOVELY LOOKS


Nollywood actress, Ebube Nwagbo, posted some new pictures on Instagram today, showing off some looks, which she rocked in the past few days. Check them out after the cut ... 

OGE OKOYE, NKECHI NNAJI, AND CHITA AGWU STAR IN 'NWA ABAKALIKI RELOADED'


Oge Okoye, Nkechi Nnaji and Chita Agwu, star in a new movie titled Nwa Abakaliki Reloaded, which was recently completed. The movie was directed Mac Collins Chidebe. Also in the movie are Peggy Onah Precious, Prince Nwafor, and Diamond Okechi. Check out some location pictures from the production below:

Monday, September 8, 2014

FUNKE AKINDELE, DENRELE EDUN, PARTY WITH ENIOLA BADMUS IN NEW YORK


Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus, was a year older on Sunday (September 7), and she had a birthday party in New York, which was attended by several of her friends and colleagues. Some of those who were at the party were Funke Akindele, Denrele Edun, Beverly Osu, and Tunde Ednut. Check out some picturs from the party after the cut ...

Sunday, September 7, 2014

GENEVIEVE NNAJI'S STUNNING LOOK AT ELITE MODEL LOOK NIGERIA 2014


Nollywood star, Genevieve Nnaji, attended the final of Elite Model Look Nigeria 2014, which took place at Eko Hotels and Suites yesterday (September 6). The actress look stunning and stylish in her all-black ensemble.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: ENIOLA BADMUS


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 7) is the birthday of Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus. She is from Ogun State, Nigeria. She attended the University of Ibadan, where she studied Theatre Arts. Some of her movies are Blackberry Babes, Jenifa, Voice of a Mother, and Airline Babes.

HIP HIP HOORAY! CHIGOZIE ATUANYA AND WIFE WELCOME BABY GIRL


Hip Hip Hooray! Nollywood star, Chigozie Atuanya, and his wife, Jennifer, have just been blessed with a baby girl. The little angel was born in Chicago, on Saturday, September 6, 2014. The couple got married August 3, 2013, and this will be their first child. We say congratulations to them.

Saturday, September 6, 2014

OH NO! CHIKA IKE LOSES DAD


News has just emerged that Nollywood actress, Chika Ike, has lost her dad, who had been suffering from a prolonged illness. The actress flew her dad to India for medical treatment two years, but unfortunately it was all to no avail. May God grant her the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.

WHAT YVONNE NELSON WORE TO THE ACCRA PREMIERE OF 'SINGLE, MARRIED, AND COMPLICATED'


Ghanaian star, Yvonne Nelson, held the premiere of her movie, Single, Married, and Complicated, last night, in Accra. For the premiere, the actress wore a sleeveless floor-length dress. Check out more pictures of the actress in the outfit after the cut ...

BEAUTIFUL! JOKE SILVA, KATE HENSHAW, AND IRETIOLA DOYLE


Joke Silva, Kate Henshaw, and Iretiola Doyle, did a photoshoot this week for the play, The Wives, which will be staged in October. Check out some lovely behind-the-scenes photos from the shoot after the cut ...

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: YINKA QUADRI


Hip Hip Hooray! Today (September 6) is the birthday of veteran actor, Yinka Quadri. He is from Oro, Kwara State. He was born 1959, in Lagos, and he attended Saint Patrick Catholic Primary School, Lagos Island. He also attended Christ Secondary High School, Ebute-Elefun, Lagos Island. He dropped out of school to go into business with his father. He ventured into acting in 1978, and today he is an accomplished actor and producer. Some of his movies are Kadara Mi, Edunjobi, Aje Meta, and 150 Million.

CHRIS ATTOH AND DAMILOLA ADEGBITE WELCOME BABY BOY


Ghanaian actor, Chris Attoh, and Nollywood actress, Damilola Adegbite, have been blessed with a baby boy. Chris Attoh broke the news on Friday night, via his Instagram page, when he posted a picture showing his hand, Damilola Adegbite's hand, and the tiny hand of their newborn baby. Check out the picture and what he wrote in the caption after the cut ...

ANGELA OKORIE'S SON TURNS 3


Angela Okorie's son, Chamberlain, was 3 years old yesterday (September 5). The actress and her husband threw a big birthday party for their son, which was attended by friends and colleagues, including, Mike Ezuruonye, and Bobby Michaels. Check out some pictures from the birthday party after the cut ...

Friday, September 5, 2014

YUL EDOCHIE, EBUBE NWAGBO, AND AMANDA EBEYE, STAR IN 'SORROWFUL HEART'


Yul Edochie, Ebube Nwagbo, and Amanda Ebeye, are starring in a new movie with the working title, Sorrowful Heart, which is currently being shot in Asaba. Also starring in the movie are Jerry Amilo and Belinda Effah. The movie is being directed by Ekenna Igwe, and it is a Coruma Movies job.

TOYIN AIMAKHU SHARES STUNNING NEW PICTURES ON HER BIRTHDAY


Nollywood actress, Toyin Aimakhu, shared some lovely new pictures of herself today (September 5), which happens to be her birthday. Check out them out below ...

RITA DOMINIC NAMED NEW BRAND AMBASSADOR FOR ZARON COSMETICS


Multiple award winning Nollywood actress and style icon, Rita Dominic is the new brand ambassador for Zaron Cosmetics. Zaron which is one of the leading cosmetic brands in Africa specializes in the design, manufacture and distribution of high quality beauty products. Zaron is one of the few makeup brands that have makeup products targeted solely for the woman of colour putting into consideration African skin tone, type and Africa’s peculiar climatic conditions.

STARS STORM THE DVD LAUNCH OF THE FILM 'JUMP & PASS'


Popular writer/producer Uduak Oguamanam launched her new movie Jump & Pass recently at her newly opened African hub/lounge ‘Afriville’ which is situated at 4 Eric Moore Road, Surulere, Lagos. The event was well attended by members of Nollywood’s glitteratti namely Desmond Elliot, Emem Isong, Bobby Michaels, Susan Peters, Omoni Oboli, Belinda Effah and many more. 

RITA DOMINIC COVERS BLANCK MAGAZINE


Nollywood star, Rita Dominic, covers the latest issue of online publication, Blanck Magazine. The issue contains an exclusive interview with the actress, in which she speaks extensively about her work, her current projects, and some of the challenges she has faced. In the interview, the actress admitted that she is currently in a relationship with someone who is not in the entertainment industry. Check out some more pictures of the actress from the magazine, after the cut ...