The 2026 Berlin Film Festival's Berlinale Special section showcases 19 works from 15 countries, featuring genre films, series, and documentaries. Plus, Golden Globe winners and Nigeria's Arewa Film Festival details.
Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has announced a major leadership change following a board takeover. Engr. Dr Olubunmi Peters is the new Chairman, while Wola Joseph-Condotti takes over as interim CEO. Read the full details.
Enugu Electricity Distribution Company launches a debt relief scheme, offering up to 25% discount on arrears incurred before Dec 2022. Learn how to qualify and settle your bills.
Residents of Ikpai Ohom and Big Qua Town in Calabar face six months of darkness after a faulty 1968 transformer was removed. They accuse PHED of inaction and appeal to Governor Bassey Otu for urgent intervention.
PAC Foundation's end-of-year outreach in Ajegunle, Lagos, provided free medical screenings and food to 300 residents, tackling food insecurity and healthcare access. See how the NGO is making an impact.
Residents in Calabar report paying up to N45,000 for prepaid meters, which PHEDC insists are free. Company blames wiring costs, warns against extortion. Full report.
Nigerian electricity distributors faced a N92.93bn revenue shortfall in October 2025 due to billing and collection inefficiencies. NERC data reveals stark performance gaps among DisCos. Read the full analysis.
Nigerian, Kenyan, and South African films selected for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival spotlight new voices and stories, marking a significant moment for African cinema on the global stage. Discover the standout features.
Actress and entrepreneur Ruth Kadiri argues that for Nollywood to grow, it must invest in business infrastructure, rights management, and long-term planning, moving beyond a reliance on celebrity fame.
Senator Idiat Adebule has brought festive cheer to Lagos West by distributing 1,000 bags of rice to constituents. Read about this compassionate gesture aimed at easing economic pressures.
Nnamani Music Group is shifting focus from viral hits to rights administration and royalty collection, creating a sustainable infrastructure for African artists. Discover their strategy for global viability.
SERHA distributes food in Enugu, calling Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda people-centred. Group says it aims to improve living conditions and deepen democracy. Read more.
Nigeria's national grid collapsed on Monday, December 29, 2025, causing widespread blackouts. Power generation crashed from over 2,000MW to just 140MW. Read the full details and impact.
Comrade Chinedu Ogah distributes ₦200 million and 12 trailers of rice to Ezza South/Ikwo constituents. The event marked the 26th anniversary of his foundation's humanitarian outreach. Read more.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum disbursed N80 million and food items to 4,000 resettled IDP households in Malam-Fatori. The support aims to rebuild lives and restore hope for returnees from Niger Republic.
The South East Renewed Hope Agenda distributed food to Enugu residents for Christmas, promoting unity and hope while addressing food security challenges. Read more.
President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda delivered bags of rice, garri, and noodles to Ebonyi State, a gesture officials called a practical demonstration of compassion and solidarity during the festive season.
Inspire World International Foundation's final 2025 outreach fed over 850 people in Mararaba, providing meals, raw food, and business tools to women. See how they're creating lasting change.
A pro-Tinubu support group has distributed festive food items to vulnerable households in Ebonyi state to cushion economic hardship. Read about the initiative and its political significance.
Top Nollywood producers Toyin Abraham, Niyi Akinmolayan, and Ini Edo accuse cinema operators of unfair screening practices, hurting their December releases. Read the full story.
Hon. Leke Abejide launches annual Christmas food distribution worth ₦1 billion to widows and constituents across Yagba Federal Constituency, a gesture sustained for nine years. Read more.
Hon. Leke Abejide flags off N1 billion food distribution to widows and constituents in Yagba, Kogi State. The annual gesture includes rice, garri, and wrappers for festive support.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun spreads Christmas cheer by distributing food items to churches across the state. Beneficiaries praise the timely gesture amid economic challenges. Read more.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum provides rice, spaghetti, and oil to over 6,000 Christian widows and IDPs for Christmas. Free transport also approved for non-indigenes. Read more on this act of inclusion.
PDP gubernatorial aspirant Olufemi Ajadi launches grassroots rice distribution in Oyo State to alleviate economic hardship. Read about his people-centred agenda.
Northern CAN has distributed rice, beans, and other food items to 1,000 vulnerable households in Kaduna's Chikun and Kajuru communities. The Christmas intervention aims to ease hardship for victims of banditry, widows, and orphans.
Legendary director Wim Wenders named President of Berlinale 2026 International Jury. Updates on Nigeria's Oscar entry, Tunisia's shortlist success, and call for Coal City Film Festival submissions.
Nigeria's film board requests Ini Edo modify her movie title 'A Very Dirty Christmas' following Christian Association protests. The board assures sensitivity while defending its initial approval process.
Fewchore Studios clarifies its historical film on Soun Ogunlola is an original work, not a remake of 'Ogbori Elemoso'. The project has the Soun's authorisation to promote Ogbomoso's cultural heritage. Read the full details.
Nollywood legend Lere Paimo accuses a production company of attempting to remake his classic 'Ogbori Elemoso' without consent. He reveals he returned a suspicious ₦7.5m payment and is seeking intervention. Read the full story.