Nigeria entertainment news update
Here are some recent updates on the Nigerian entertainment industry:
Music
- Wizkid's "Made in Lagos" album debuts at number 1 on Billboard World Albums chart: Wizkid's fourth studio album, "Made in Lagos", has debuted at number 1 on the Billboard World Albums chart, making him the first Nigerian artist to achieve this feat.
- Tiwa Savage releases new single "Koroba" featuring Teni: Tiwa Savage has released a new single titled "Koroba", featuring Teni, which is expected to be a hit.
- Burna Boy's "African Giant" album certified gold in the US: Burna Boy's critically acclaimed album "African Giant" has been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in the United States.
Movies
- Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, celebrates 20 years in the industry: Funke Akindele, popularly known as Jenifa, has celebrated 20 years in the Nigerian film industry, with a special movie premiere and a thanksgiving service.
- New movie "Merry Men 2" set to premiere: The sequel to the popular movie "Merry Men" is set to premiere soon, with a star-studded cast including Ayo Makun, Richard Mofe-Damijo, and Ramsey Nouah.
- Genevieve Nnaji's "Lionheart" becomes first Nigerian film to be submitted for Oscars: Genevieve Nnaji's directorial debut "Lionheart" has become the first Nigerian film to be submitted for the Academy Awards (Oscars).
TV
- Big Brother Naija season 5 winner, Laycon, signs endorsement deal with Pepsi: Laycon, the winner of Big Brother Naija season 5, has signed an endorsement deal with Pepsi, becoming the latest celebrity to join the brand's roster.
- New TV series "Rattlesnake" premieres on Netflix: A new TV series titled "Rattlesnake" has premiered on Netflix, starring Nollywood stars like Gideon Okeke and Osas Ighodaro.
- MTV Base announces new VJ, Ziki Gbormittah: MTV Base has announced Ziki Gbormittah as its new VJ (video jockey), replacing Ehizojie "Ehis" Okoeguale.
Other News
- Nigerian music industry loses legendary producer, OJB Jezreel: The Nigerian music industry has lost a legendary producer, OJB Jezreel, who passed away on June 14, 2021, at the age of 51.
- Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels, celebrates 20th birthday: Regina Daniels, a popular Nollywood actress, celebrated her 20th birthday with a lavish party and a special message from her husband, Ned Nwoko.
- Nigerian comedian, Basketmouth, launches new comedy show: Basketmouth has launched a new comedy show, "Basketmouth: The Show", which premiered on Showmax and features a mix of comedy, music, and dance.
These are just a few of the latest updates on the Nigerian entertainment industry. Stay tuned for more news and updates!