Dear fellow creators & storytellers, You are sincerely invited to submit your masterpiece(s) to the Inaugural edition of the Lens of Africa International Media & Film Festival (LOAIMFF). The core vision and mission of Lens of Africa focuses on unearthing, co-shaping, and co-creating the Africa brand. We achieve this by celebrating authentic storytelling of Africa, Africans, and the global African Diaspora through Afro-centric content and media production. We actively promote an Afro-centric perspective and encourage all aspects of creative industry developments on the African continent ..read more

As the scorching heat of May sets in, Nollywood is bringing even more heat with a sizzling lineup of must-watch movies. From heartwarming family dramas to gritty crime thrillers, this month’s releases showcase the depth and diversity of Nigerian storytelling at its finest. Aburo Leading the charge is “Aburo,” a tale of redemption and hope that follows a street-smart boy’s journey from petty thievery to athletic stardom. Directed by the visionary Yemi Filmboy Morafa, this film promises to tug at your heartstrings while keeping you on the edge of your seat. Prepare to be thrilled by the delivery ..read more

The 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) unfolded at the prestigious Eko Hotel on May 12, 2024, in a dazzling night filled with glitz, glamour, and star-studded elegance. This year’s AMVCA saw an array of remarkable contenders vying for top honours across various categories. With a total of 62 nominations shared among the “Top 7” productions, the competition was fierce, reflecting the growing excellence within the industry. Leading the charge was “Over the Bridge,” which boasted of 12 nominations across categories like Best Movie, Best Director, and Best Lead Actress ..read more

Africa Magic launched a slate of new shows at the start of April, among them is the drama filled series, Dust. The series premiered on April 1st and airs exclusively on Africa Magic Showcase (Channel 151), every weekday at 8 pm. Dust takes viewers into the world of the Doherty family, and the founders of the renowned Dust Company. Far from your typical villain-driven narrative, this series also intricately weaves themes of love in its many forms. The love story explored in the series is seen in a complicated love triangle between Marcus (David Adoga), Zainab (Racheal Emem), Rhodes (Asa’ah Samu ..read more

RECENTLY, Nollywood has become better and improved. With stronger and better written stories, along with the influx of high quality production equipments as well as better paid actors and marketed movies, the overall quality of Nollywood has become improved. However, collaboration seems an area Nollywood stakeholders are severely lacking in. Over the years, we have seen Nigerian music industry maximize strategic collaborations to grow artiste, labels and brands. This has been so popular, Nigerian skit makers a have now begun to employ the technique. While other sectors of the Nigerian entertai ..read more

Earlier today, Dr. Shaibu Husseini, @igalaman, the Executive Director/CEO of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), addressed participants at the @YouTube Africa Month event today, May 9th, 2024. He revealed plans to fully digitalize the board’s operations, citing the global shift towards digitalization. Dr. Husseini emphasized the importance of media literacy advocacy engagement, especially in Nigeria, where many viewers lack adequate understanding of content ratings. He announced a comprehensive media literacy program scheduled for May 27th, aimed at educating young people nation ..read more

In a landmark victory against the scourge of piracy plaguing Nigeria’s burgeoning film industry, Femi Adebayo, a prominent filmmaker, has successfully secured a N25 million judgment against a major media house. The ruling represents a significant milestone in the ongoing battle against intellectual property theft, which has long hindered the industry’s growth. Reflecting on his ordeal, Adebayo lamented the audacity of pirates who brazenly exploit filmmakers’ hard work for illicit gains. Recounting his personal experience, he revealed how his movie, “Survival of Jelili,” fell victim to unauthor ..read more

Award-winning producer Uche Ikejimba has secured her sixth consecutive Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award nod. The organizers made the nomination announcements on Sunday, March 24, 2024, across all Africa Magic channels. It saw Ikejimba clinch a nomination in the ‘Best Unscripted M-Net Original’ category for What Will People Say. In 2022, Ikejimba received two nominations for ‘Best Africa Magic Original Drama Series’ for Unmarried and Dilemma. She secured two other nominations in 2023 in ‘Best Unscripted Original’ for Come Play Naija and ‘Best Original Drama Series’ category for Unmarried. Spea ..read more

Following a week filled with gripping drama and thrilling adventure in the world of Iwájú, which captivated audiences on DStv and GOtv, those who missed out now have the opportunity to indulge in a binge-watch marathon on DStv, Disney Channel (Channel 303), and GOtv Channel 92 on Sunday, 5 May, starting from 12:35 pm. Iwájú is a six-episode miniseries that is proudly African, with a particular focus on the vibrant city of Lagos. Through its vivid animation, viewers are taken on a trip into a futuristic version of Lagos that is familiar yet advanced. At the center of Iwájú is the innocent and a ..read more

Showmax premiered its new epic drama series Cheta M on February 12. 2024, alongside the new app launch. The series delves into the themes of love, war, and supernatural interference, focusing on the compelling story of Adanna and Nnanna. Set in a world where tensions between the kingdoms of Mgberi and Ajaani have reached a boiling point, the show follows their journey through various adversities. Directed by James Omokwe, the 130-episode series boasts of a mix of young, known and talented cast members, including Oluchi Amajuoyi, Kingsley Nwachukwu, Ruby Okezie, Kalu Ikeagwu, Jsmile Uhuru, Nnam ..read more