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Naija Heat: The Top 4 Entertainment Stories Making Waves Right Now
Nigeria’s entertainment scene never sleeps. From historic global wins to shocking career pivots, this week has been a whirlwind of headlines. Here is a breakdown of the four biggest stories currently trending across the country.
1. Nigerian Excellence at the 2026 BAFTAs
Nigerian talent continues to dominate the international stage. At the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA), Nollywood and its diaspora creators took center stage.
Wunmi Mosaku bagged the Best Supporting Actress award for her powerful role in Sinners.
The film "My Father’s Shadow", directed by Akinola Davies Jr. and co-produced by his brother Wale Davies, won the Outstanding Debut award.
"This is a defining moment for Nigerian cinema," critics say, as these wins reinforce our growing influence in global filmmaking.
2. Asake & Wizkid Shatter Streaming Records
The music charts are on fire as 2026 kicks into high gear. Asake has officially emerged as the most-streamed artist on Spotify Nigeria, proving his "lonely at the top" status is far from over. Additionally, the collaboration "Jogodo" by Wizkid and Asake has become the first Nigerian song of 2026 to hit the 30 million streams milestone, showing that the Afrobeats chemistry between these two is pure gold.
3. Ray Emodi Quits Nollywood for Music
In a move that shocked fans, popular actor Ray Emodi has announced his departure from the film industry. Citing "traumatic experiences" on movie sets and a lack of support from his family regarding his career path, Emodi revealed he is pivoting entirely to music. While many are sad to see him leave the screen, his transition into the recording studio is already one of the most talked-about career shifts of the year.
4. Tiwa Savage Launches Music Foundation
The "Queen of Afrobeats," Tiwa Savage, is giving back in a big way. She recently unveiled the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, a project aimed at empowering the next generation of African creatives. Partnering with the prestigious Berklee College of Music, the foundation will provide world-class training and mentorship to emerging artists, ensuring the future of African music stays in capable hands.
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