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Funke Akindele Makes Box Office History Again

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Funke Akindele’s latest film, Behind The Scenes, has earned ₦1.77 billion in box office revenue within its first four weeks, making it the highest-grossing Nigerian film of 2025. The film premiered in December 2025 and quickly broke multiple records, including surpassing ₦200 million in ticket sales during its opening weekend. Within 17 days, it became the fastest movie in West Africa to cross the ₦1 billion mark. On Boxing Day alone, ticket sales reached ₦129.5 million, the highest single-day total for a Nigerian film during the holiday period.‏

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Akindele has previously produced three films that each earned over ₦1 billion, including A Tribe Called Judah and Everybody Loves Jenifa. These figures make her the only filmmaker in Nollywood history with multiple billion-naira films in a single calendar year. Everybody Loves Jenifa also ranks among Nollywood’s all-time highest-grossing films, reflecting strong audience engagement.

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The film features a cast including Scarlet Gomez, Iyabo Ojo, Tobi Bakre, Destiny Etiko, and Uche Montana, which contributed to its broad appeal across audiences. Analysts suggest that its success was supported by strategic release planning, including advanced screenings and well-timed premieres before the nationwide rollout.

The performance of Behind The Scenes arrives amid ongoing challenges in Nollywood, such as limited funding, restricted cinema access, and piracy. Its commercial success demonstrates the growing potential of Nigerian cinema and underscores Akindele’s influence in the industry. While figures confirm her market impact, experts note that her continued success may also reflect an understanding of audience preferences and effective franchise building.

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Funke Akindele’s recent achievements highlight her consistent ability to produce films that resonate with viewers. The results show that Nollywood productions can achieve significant commercial success while appealing to wide audiences, providing a benchmark for the industry’s evolving market potential.

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Uganda’s Ghetto Kids The Story Behind Their World Cup Breakthrough.

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From the streets of Kampala to one of the biggest stages in global sports. The Ugandan Ghetto Kids have become one of Africa’s most inspiring success stories.

The Ghetto Kids formerly known as Triplets Ghetto Kids, are a Ugandan children’s dance group founded by Dauda Kavuma, with an initiative aimed at supporting underprivileged children through music, dance, drama, education and shelter.

Their rise to international recognition began in 2014, when a homemade video of young dancers performing to Ugandan singer Eddy Kenzo’s hit song Sitya Loss went viral online. The video attracted millions of views and international attention which introduced their talent to audiences around the world. They also performed at major events and collaborated with global artists helping showcase Uganda’s creativity on a global stage.

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The young performers also competed on the Britain’s Got Talent in 2023, where their performance earned them a Golden Buzzer from Bruno Tonioli, advancing them to the final stage of the competition. These appearances introduced the Ghetto Kids to a wider range of international audience.

By the time the opportunity linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup arrived, the group had already spent several years building a global identity. Their latest chapter connects to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Ugandan dance group gained widespread attention for their energetic performances to Dai Dai, the tournament’s official song.

Their videos attracted viewers from around the world and eventually caught the attention of Colombian superstar Shakira. Impressed by their talent and enthusiasm, she announced that she invited the Ghetto Kids to join her during the FIFA World Cup final halftime show, marking one of the biggest opportunities in the group’s history.

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The invitation stands out as an opportunity because the FIFA World Cup final attracts audiences from different countries making the tournament one of the most watched sporting events on the planet, which gives the Ghetto Kids a chance to showcase Uganda’s talent on a global stage.

For a group that began by performing in the streets of Kampala, being linked to the FIFA World Cup represents a remarkable milestone.

The Ugandan Ghetto Kids have become one of Africa’s most inspiring success stories. They represent more than a dance group because their journey demonstrates how talent, mentorship, and opportunity can create a life-changing outcome for young people.

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British-Nigerian Rapper Dave Announces First Lagos Headline Show.

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British-Nigerian rapper David Orobosa Omoregie popularly known as Dave, has officially announced his first headline concert in Lagos, scheduled for 16 and 17 October, 2026, at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Cultural and Creative Arts formerly known as the National Theatre. The announcement was made through Dave’s official social media platforms. He revealed that the shows to be performed are part of his ongoing “The boy who played the harp” world tour.

Dave is widely recognised as one of the most successful rap artist in United Kingdom with several awards.

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Despite his Nigerian root, he has never headlined a concert in Nigeria before. This makes the announcement a homecoming moment as one of the most successful British-Nigerian artist prepares to perform in Nigeria for the first time.

The Lagos shows are being viewed as a significant milestone in his career indicating his global success and a special return to his ancestral roots. Which strengthens the growing connection between global music stars and African audiences. The performances are expected to bring together fans from across Nigeria and beyond, as it celebrates the growing influence of African culture on the global music scene. The Lagos shows further strengthens the growing connection between international music stars and African audiences.

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As the concert date continues to draw nearer, anticipation continues to build among fans eager to witness Dave’s headline concert in Nigeria. With his strong reputation for live shows, lyrical storytelling, and chart-topping records the concert is expected to be the most remarkable music event in Lagos this year.

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Asake Announces Fourth Album “M$NEY” Ahead of May 1 Release

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Afrobeats artist, Asake is gearing up to release his fourth album, following his 2024 album “Lungu Boy” which achieved good success. The “lonely at the top” singer is set to drop this new album on May 1st, 2026.

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“M$NEY” marks his fourth studio album since his debut in 2022. He first ventured into the mainstream with a single “Lady” in 2020 and has since become one of Afrobeats’ most-streamed artists. 

He released his debut album, “Mr Money With The Vibe” in 2022, which became a commercial success and strengthened his sound of Fuji-inspired vocals, street-hop, and Amapiano. 

This fourth album is his first project under his label. He announced on Instagram the date, dropping a video of a stone carver, Dutch sculptor Athar Jabar, working on what seems to be his cover art. 

Jabar said the project required a careful approach, given Asake’s public profile 

“Working on the likeness of someone whose presence is so widely recognised brings a particular responsibility,” Jabar said. “That’s why, for this sculpture of Asake, I chose the prestigious Statuario marble from Carrara, Italy, and carved the entire piece by hand, following traditional methods without the use of power tools, in a slow and deliberate process.

It was a real pleasure to carve a portrait bust of Asake, and an honour to contribute to this moment in his career, as well as to a lasting record of his image in marble.”

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Among the 13 tracks are previously released singles such as “Worship,” a collaboration with DJ Snake, “Why Love” “Badman Gangsta.”  

M$NEY continues his blend of Fuji-inspired vocals, Amapiano rhythms, and Afrobeats.

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