Olaitan Ganiu

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In a significant milestone for Nollywood, a film entitled, ‘My father’s Shadow’ has been selected for Cannes’ Official Selection for the first time. Directed by Akinola Davies Jr. and co-written with his brother, Wale Davies, the film is set in Lagos during the aftermath of the 1993 presidential elections. The dialogue follows two brothers and their father as they try to escape the election’s riot in the city.

2 weeks ago | thenationonlineng.net | Olaitan Ganiu

Omoni Oboli, 46, is a renowned Nigerian actress, scriptwriter, director, and producer. She began her acting career nearly three decades ago when she featured in a film titled, ‘Bitter Encounter.’ Over the years, Oboli has consistently broken boundaries, acting in and producing numerous movie projects. OLAITAN GANIU writes. For years, film piracy, limited access to distribution channels and lack of fund are some of the challenges that have been facing the country’s creative sector.

2 weeks ago | thenationonlineng.net | Olaitan Ganiu

For many, the Alayo Melody singer is just a breakout star who has not paid his dues. Even his keen fans and colleagues in the gospel music circle are unfamiliar with his humble beginning. Many don’t know that the singer was not born with a silver spoon in his mouth. He worked his way up from the street to the church podium, writes OLAITAN GANIU. Born into a poor family in the bustling street of Iyana Ipaja, Lagos, Akinola Ayoola Michael Atanda, alias Alayo, had a tough childhood experience.

2 weeks ago | thenationonlineng.net | Olaitan Ganiu

Afrobeats sensation Skales has teamed up with fast-rising DJ and producer DJ Tough to deliver ‘Shima’, a track built on smooth Afrobeats grooves and dancefloor-ready energy. With a career built on crowd-pleasing mixes and an innate ability to read the energy of any room, DJ Tough has steadily carved out a name for himself. As Wande Coal’s official DJ and the mastermind behind the Moclist mixtape series, he has demonstrated a knack for curating and delivering top-tier sound experiences.

2 weeks ago | thenationonlineng.net | Olaitan Ganiu

Moriam Musa is head publicist at  Osi Morsi Concepts and founder of Tribe and Elan. She tells Olaitan Ganiu her favourite things. Favourite wrist watch: CartierFavorite designer: Ituen BasiFavourite perfume: Fleur de OudFavourite travel destination: MonacoFavourite song: Table for two by Joe Favourite book: Round the world in 80 daysFavourite accessories: ShoesFavourite hairdo: Straight hair Favorite food: Pounded yam and bitter leaf soupFavourite car: Sport cars (any brand)