Nigeria’s data protection regulator cautions creators against recording unsuspecting citizens for online content, citing constitutional and legal privacy protections.

Netflix moves to acquire Ben Affleck’s AI film startup InterPositive for up to $600 million to expand AI filmmaking tools.

Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage unveils her music foundation at Lagos event, celebrating 100 young talents and industry support.

ARISE News honoured 100 African women in Lagos on InternationalWomen’s Day, celebrating achievements in governance, business, healthcare, culture, and social impact.

Asake tops Nigeria’s most-streamed albums list since 2020, with three projects dominating rankings released by TurnTable Charts.

Apple Music now requires labels to disclose AI use in music releases through new transparency tags covering tracks, artwork and videos.

Afrobeats star Asake surprises his parents with luxury SUVs while adding a high performance Brabus G800 to his own collection.

Britney Spears is arrested in California for suspected DUI, released pending court appearance, investigation ongoing.

Showmax announces plans to discontinue its streaming service after 11 years, despite major investments and a recent Canal+ takeover.

Veteran actor Francis Odega says today’s Nollywood lacks discipline and quality, claiming the industry has “lost its soul.”

Wizkid leads African artistes on ChartMasters ranking with 13.18 million equivalent album sales worldwide.

Sophie Momodu’s lawyer demands ₦1bn damages, public apology and retraction from Davido over alleged harassment, defamation and threats to life.

The 2026 Actor Awards brought film and television stars together, revealing this year’s winners across major categories.

Legendary American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka dies at 86, leaving behind decades of hits that shaped pop music history.

Wizkid, Rema and Tyla feature on Spotify’s editor-curated list celebrating the most impactful pop songs of the streaming era.

Tiwa Savage launches foundation with Berklee partnership, offering free four-day intensive programme for 100 African creatives in Lagos.

Asake leads Spotify Nigeria’s charts as platform celebrates five years, with 1.4 billion hours streamed and 25 million playlists.

British-Nigerian siblings Akinola Davies Jr. and Wale Davies clinch BAFTA debut award, marking milestone for Nigerian storytelling on global cinematic stage.

Wunmi Mosaku wins BAFTA for Best Supporting Actress in Sinners, dedicating award to daughter and celebrating ancestry.

The Republic of Benin and Nigeria’s Kunle Afolayan have signed an MoU in Lagos to transform Africa’s creative industry.