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Bisola Aiyeola, Uzor Arukwe Shine at EVI Premiere

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Bisola Aiyeola, Uzor Arukwe and others attend EVI film premiere in Lagos as Judith Audu unveils her new Nollywood production

Nigerian filmmaker Judith Audu on Sunday, 22 March 2026, hosted the premiere of her new feature film EVI at IMAX Cinemas in Lagos, drawing a strong turnout of Nollywood stars, industry executives and entertainment stakeholders for the high-profile EVI film premiere Lagos event.

Also read: Bisola Aiyeola Opens Up on Having Child Out of Wedlock

The premiere attracted notable personalities including Bisola Aiyeola, Uzor Arukwe, Ruth Kadiri, Omowumi Dada and AY Makun, alongside other prominent figures from across the Nigerian entertainment industry.

The event opened with a red carpet session before guests moved into a packed cinema hall for a private screening that stretched into the night, reflecting the growing anticipation around the EVI film premiere Lagos showcase.

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Industry stakeholders present included NFVCB Executive Director Shaibu Husseini, QEDng publisher Olumide Iyanda, Baba Rex, Mercy Aigbe, Kamo State, Michael Ejoor, VJ Adams and Elozonam, further underscoring the wide industry support for the production.

Speaking at the event, filmmaker Judith Audu expressed gratitude to her cast and crew, revealing that the production faced significant financial uncertainty after a major investor withdrew just before filming commenced.

She described the completion of the project as nothing short of a “miracle,” a moment that drew applause from attendees.

The film, produced under Judith Audu Productions in collaboration with Switch Visuals Productions, Signet Rings Productions and NOI Productions, was directed by Uyoyou Adia and features an ensemble cast led by Osas Okonron alongside Uzor Arukwe, Omowumi Dada, Ibrahim Suleiman and Waje Iruobe.

EVI follows the story of Evi-Oghene Donalds, a talented musician whose career collapses after her record label terminates her contract without compensation.

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The narrative explores resilience, redemption and self-discovery as she rebuilds her life in the face of hardship.

The production also features original music that plays a central role in shaping the emotional tone of the story, with its official soundtrack released ahead of its cinema debut scheduled for 27 March 2026.

Also read: How Motherhood Shaped My Career – Actress Bisola Aiyeola

The strong turnout at the EVI film premiere Lagos event highlights the film’s anticipation within Nollywood and the continued momentum of female-led productions in the Nigerian film industry.

 

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Lizzy Anjorin Questions Court Order Over Priscilla Ojo’s Son

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Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has questioned the authenticity of an interim order issued by the Lagos State High Court on 2 September 2026, restraining her from publishing photographs of Priscilla Ojo’s one-year-old son, Rakeem Mkambala, and from posting editorials concerning the family on specified social media platforms.

Anjorin raised the issue during an Instagram Live session on Friday, 4 September, after Priscilla shared a copy of the court order online.

The actress argued that publicising court documents before formally serving the respondent undermines the case.

“Your case na dead on arrival. If you post court letter on any platform before serving person wey you wan go serve, that court case na fake court case,” Anjorin said during the live session.

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Her comments came shortly after the High Court of Lagos State granted an ex parte application brought by Priscilla, her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Mussa Mkambala, and their son, Rakeem.

Justice Yetunde Adesanya issued the interim order in Suit No. LD/ADR/6646/2026.

The order restrains Anjorin, as well as people acting under her authority, from publishing, posting, circulating, uploading or broadcasting photographs of Rakeem on specified social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and TikTok.

The court also directed Anjorin to cease publishing or broadcasting editorials concerning the applicants on the platforms covered by the order.

An ex parte order is made at an interim stage without the respondent being heard. The order is therefore not a final determination of the dispute and remains subject to further proceedings.

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Priscilla shared the certified copy of the order on her Instagram Story on Friday, bringing the legal development into public view.

Anjorin’s reaction centres on the timing and manner in which the court documents were publicised. Her assertion that such publication makes a case “fake” is her own claim and is not a finding contained in the court order.

The development marks another chapter in the prolonged public dispute between Anjorin and Priscilla’s family, particularly Priscilla’s mother, actress Iyabo Ojo.

The disagreement has played out largely on social media and has previously resulted in legal action, including a ₦1 billion defamation suit filed by Iyabo Ojo against Anjorin.

In recent weeks, the dispute has also drawn Priscilla and her young son into the controversy, following public comments by Anjorin concerning the family.

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BBNaija Kess Says Big Brother Makes Life Harder

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Kesiena Tony Adjekpovu, popularly known as Kess, has said that participating in Big Brother Naija can make life harder, offering a candid reflection on the challenges that may come with the reality television experience.

The former Big Brother Naija housemate made the comment in a statement shared on social media, where he suggested that winning or simply taking part in the reality show does not necessarily make life easier after leaving the house.

“Big Brother makes your life harder,” Kess said.

The remark has drawn attention because life after reality television can bring a different set of expectations, particularly as former housemates adjust to increased public attention and the pressure that can accompany visibility.

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Kess was a housemate on the seventh season of Big Brother Naija, which aired in 2022. He entered the show as a businessman and was among the contestants who competed for the season’s grand prize.

His time on the programme also placed him in the public eye, giving viewers an opportunity to follow his personality and relationships inside the house.

Kess’s latest comment offers a more reflective view of the reality TV platform, suggesting that the experience does not end when a contestant leaves the house.

However, he did not provide further details in the available post explaining which specific aspects of life after Big Brother he was referring to.

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Damilola Oni Suffers Backlash at Mama Deola Movie Premiere

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Nigerian actress Damilola Oni has come under heavy fire across social media over her controversial outfit at the star-studded Mama Deola movie premiere (more…)

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