Nigeria entertainment news update

Here are some recent updates on the Nigerian entertainment industry:

Music

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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!