Author Archives: Fadekemi Jegede

Africa is set to introduce a groundbreaking cultural milestone with The ÁLKÈ Ball, a new continental institution designed to reshape global understanding of African fashion, strengthen creative economies, and secure long-term cultural sovereignty. Rooted in art, legacy, knowledge, and enterprise, ÁLKÈ represents a shift from sporadic visibility to deliberate African authorship that is structured, unified, […]

PinPoint Productions has officially confirmed the production of ‘Aloma,’ the debut feature film from acclaimed Nigerian filmmaker, writer, and director Chris Ihidero. This powerful thriller, which is fully financed by a consortium of investors led by MBO Capital, is currently in post-production and is scheduled for a major international premiere in 2026. Aloma is an […]

The conversation around the future of Africa’s creative economy took centre stage at NECLive 2025, where industry leaders explored what it means to create work that endures in an age dominated by speed, trends, and instant gratification. The Panel Session brought by The Macallan, titled “Timeless vs Trending: Building Work That Endures,” served as a […]

The Macallan, world-renowned Scottish whisky brand, deepened its commitment to Africa’s fast-rising creative economy through its partnership with NECLive 2025, West Africa’s premier annual gathering for creative and entertainment industry professionals. The annual gathering, which brings together stakeholders across film, music, fashion, digital media, and the wider cultural ecosystem, was held on Friday, November 28, […]

Executive Head, Content and Channels West Africa, MultiChoice Nigeria, Atinuke Babatunde, on Friday raised concern over the growing rate of digital piracy in the country, disclosing that the last season of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) recorded over five million illegal streams and cloned accounts.  Babatunde revealed this at the 2025 Nigerian Entertainment Conference (NECLive), which […]

  We’re sending our prayers and deepest condolences to the family of the great Nigerian musician and live-band legend, Akinloye “Akiin Shuga” Tofowomo, who passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Akiin Shuga was a long-time friend and supporter of BHM. He was a visionary leader who loved his craft, his clients, and colleagues. He […]

On Sunday night, Imisi was announced as the winner of the Big Brother Naija 10/10 season, sealing her place in the show’s history as its fourth female winner since the show’s inception. The announcement, made live to millions across the continent, ended weeks of speculation and fan campaigns that turned the 10-week reality series into […]

BHM, is celebrating Alex Okosi, Managing Director, Google, on receiving the Special Recognition Awards at the 17th Headies, held on Sunday, April 27, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos. The Special Recognition award honours Okosi’s long-standing contribution to Africa’s creative and digital ecosystem, recognising his transformative leadership across media, tech and innovation.  Okosi has […]