AMVCA 12 Calls for Entries, Awards Ceremony in May
The 12th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards opens submissions for films and TV shows from 2025. Deadline is February 15. The ceremony will be held in Lagos this May.
The 12th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards opens submissions for films and TV shows from 2025. Deadline is February 15. The ceremony will be held in Lagos this May.
BBNaija Season 7 winner Phyna reveals she is yet to receive her ₦100 million prize from 2022, sparking mixed reactions and calls for accountability from Multichoice Nigeria.
MultiChoice Nigeria announces Kemi Omotosho as its new CEO, succeeding John Ugbe who retires after nearly 15 years. Omotosho brings over 20 years of media and telecom leadership. Read more.
Kemi Omotosho succeeds John Ugbe as MultiChoice Nigeria CEO. With over 20 years of media and telecoms experience, she aims to deepen consumer relationships and champion local storytelling. Read more.
MultiChoice Nigeria has named Kemi Omotosho as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2026. She succeeds John Ugbe, who retires after nearly 15 years. Read about the leadership change and its impact on Nigeria's media landscape.
Africa Magic has opened entries for the 12th AMVCA. Submissions run until Feb 15, 2026. Discover new categories and how to enter for Africa's premier film & TV awards.
Aptech Nigeria launches a new AI Career Program offering tech skills, paid internships, and pathways to international degrees. Learn how to apply for this job-ready training.
DStv subscribers in Nigeria and across Africa will keep 12 popular channels, including CNN and Cartoon Network, after a new multi-year agreement was reached. Find out the details and the new DStv upgrade offer.
Nigerian DStv users breathe a sigh of relief as Canal+ and Warner Bros Discovery sign a new multi-year deal, saving 12 popular channels from being removed. Read the full details of the agreement here.
Nigerian DStv users can breathe easy. A new Canal+ and Warner Bros Discovery agreement secures 12 popular channels, avoiding a blackout. Read the full details of the multi-territory deal.
Don Julio tequila announced as lead sponsor for the 12th AMVCA in 2026. MultiChoice and Diageo partnership aims to celebrate African film talent. Read more.
MultiChoice invites Nigerian filmmakers to apply for its fully funded 2026 Talent Factory programme. Applications close February 27, 2026. Apply now!
Nigeria's aviation sector braces for a sharp drop in passenger traffic as U.S. visa restrictions take effect January 2026. Experts warn of economic fallout for airlines and travel agencies. Read more.
US President Donald Trump announced deadly military strikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
MultiChoice announces 'Heartbeat', a new dating reality show premiering Jan 11, 2026 on Africa Magic Showcase. Follow 10 singles' 12-week journey for love.
Netflix agrees to a historic $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The deal, set for 2026, will see 11 channels exit DStv and GOtv in Africa. Read the full story.
MultiChoice confirms 11 channels, including CNN and Cartoon Network, could be removed from DStv by Dec 31, 2025, if a new deal with Warner Bros. isn't reached. Learn the full list and alternatives.
MultiChoice warns DStv subscribers could lose CNN and 11 other Warner Bros. Discovery channels from January 2026 if negotiations fail. Get the full list of channels at risk.
MultiChoice Nigeria exposes massive piracy of BBNaija Season 10, with over 5 million illegal streams. The company warns of economic sabotage and calls for updated copyright laws. Read more.
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
Peter Obi questions if Nigeria is cursed or its leaders are the curse following devastating attacks, kidnappings, and security failures across multiple states in 10 days.
US President Donald Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria over ongoing Christian killings and mass abductions. Latest attacks in Kebbi, Kwara, Niger states spark international concern.
US President Donald Trump reiterates anger over alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria, threatens to cut aid and launch military action. Nigerian government rejects claims.
Discover 7 luxurious perfume gifts under ₦100,000 perfect for Christmas in Nigeria. From Beguile to Zara, find scents that impress without breaking your budget.
The United States considers sanctions against Nigeria alleging inadequate protection of Christian communities. Read about the diplomatic tensions and potential consequences.
MultiChoice announces special holiday packages for GOtv customers including AFCON 2025 coverage, Premier League access, and discounted decoders starting at N6,500 until December 31, 2025.
Médecins Sans Frontières escalates diphtheria intervention across Borno, Kano, and Bauchi states amid rising cases. Learn how the health crisis is unfolding and what's needed to contain it.
US Congressman declares severe Christian persecution in Nigeria, cites 17,000 deaths since 2019, questions US aid, and links crisis to Nnamdi Kanu's detention despite court orders.