Nigeria’s cinemas recorded 60 per cent growth, generated N11.5 billion in 2024

Nigeria’s cinemas recorded 60 per cent growth, generated N11.5 billion in 2024

The Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN) says the Nigerian film industry has experienced a significant surge, with the Box Office recording an impressive 60 per cent increase in 2024. In Lagos, Ope Ajayi, CEAN’s national chairman, revealed this while speaking with the Nigerian News Agency (NAN). According to him, N11.5 billion was earned from … Read more

‘You’re coming out of this stronger’- Ex-Naira mutilator Simi Gold to Bobrisky

‘You’re coming out of this stronger’- Ex-Naira mutilator Simi Gold to Bobrisky

Nollywood actress Simi Gold, convicted of Naira mutilation in February, has shown solidarity with her friend, embattled crossdresser Bobrisky, whose sentence has been deferred to a later date. The Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday found Bobrisky guilty of Naira abuse and fixed 9 April to sentence him. He is being remanded in custody. … Read more

Why we detained Bobrisky – EFCC

Why we detained Bobrisky – EFCC

The EFCC has shared more details of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky’s arrest and detention. The spokesperson of the anti-graft agency, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the crossdresser’s detention to PREMIUM TIMES on Thursday morning. Mr Oyewale said Bobrisky was arrested for naira mutilation. He said: “Yes, he’s with us in our Lagos State Command. … Read more

Àjàkájù Controversy: Filmmaker apologises, awards Best-Dressed Female to two ladies

Àjàkájù Controversy: Filmmaker apologises, awards Best-Dressed Female to two ladies

Eniola Ajao, the producer of ‘Àjàkájù (Beasts of Two Worlds)’, has reversed her decision regarding the ‘Best Dressed Female’ award presented at the movie’s premiere held on Sunday at Circle Mall, Lekki, Lagos State. Bobrisky’s emergence as ‘Best Dressed Female’ with an award of N1 million sparked numerous controversies and ignited endless social media debates. … Read more