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  BY- EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN   H uman trafficking has been a significant issue affecting millions worldwide, causing long term physical and emotional harm to victims. In this interview, Nigerian award-winning filmmaker Asurf Oluseyi Samson reveals how he started as a filmmaker and unveils what prompted him to shed light on the harrowing reality of human trafficking through the movie " 3 Cold Dishes ," which explores themes of trauma , revenge , and survival , showcasing women's strength and resilience in the face of human trafficking. Asurf Oluseyi, founder of Asurf Films Ltd ., directed the movie " A Day with Death ," which received 10 international nominations and won Best Short Film at AMVCA 2016 . He is also the director of the movie " Hakkunde ," which represented Nigeria at the 50th anniversary edition of the Pan-African Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO) in 2019. EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN brings excerpts. 1. How did yo...

  T his interview features a talented Nollywood actress,  UZOAMAKA ONUOHA , who shared about her journey in the entertainment industry, what her nominations and wins meant for her, and the importance/role of Nollywood in promoting African culture globally.  The actress, through her impressive performance, took home the award for Best Female Performance in a Feature at the 2024 Africa International Film Festival ( AFRIFF ) for her captivating role in the movie " Agemo ". Her talent and role in the same movie also earned her a nomination at the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards ( AMVCA ), showcasing her versatility and talent.  EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA  brings excerpts.  Congratulations on your nomination for Best Lead Actress in the 11th edition of AMVCA 2025! How did you feel to be recognized, even though you didn't take home the award? It feels great. I feel good; I feel seen. I feel the pat on my shoulders for my contribution to the art through my work. I...

  M akeup and special effects have, over the years, evolved in the Nollywood industry. Through makeup artistry, stories are brought to life as artists create amazing visuals. In this exclusive  interview , Nigerian talented makeup artist, Hakeem Onilogbo popularly known as ' HAKEEM EFFECTS ' shared his journey, highlighting his passion for art, perfectionism, and efforts to bridge gaps in the industry.  He recently emerged as the best makeup artist at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2025, after bagging three nominations with different movies in the same category.  EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN brings excerpts. Congratulations on winning the Best Makeup Artist category at the 2025 AMVCA with your work in the movie 'Lisabi'. you got three nominations in the same category, can you share with us how you feel about that? What I have to say about the three nominations in one category is that whatever is worth doing is worth doing well. So, it was a lot o...

  I n this exclusive interview with Nigerian TV presenter, content creator, and Red Carpet host, FAKOREDE ADETOLA , popularly known as, ' MC RHELAX ', he shared his journey from growing up in Isale Oko to becoming a popular OAP . He talked about the importance of consistency over talent and also highlighted the need for the Nigerian entertainment industry to focus on benefiting the nation.  MC Rhelax is known for anchoring the popular program " Street " showcased on HIP TV and anchoring Headies Award red carpets, where he brings his infectious energy and charisma to the screen. EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN brings excerpts.  Can you tell us about yourself and education background? I MC Rhelax, grew up on the streets of Isale Oko SAGAMU, OGUN State , went to Remo kindergarten primary school then to Mayflower secondary school then I stopped by in UNILAG as a floater for a year before I fully went to FUTA to study statistics . How did your journey as an entertainer s...

  I n this exclusive interview, Director, Awal Abdulfatai Rahmat, talks about his latest movie ‘Penance’, which delivers a bold and unflinching portrayal of power, trauma, and justice. The movie tackles the complexities of sexual assault and the resilience of its survivors. He further shared the vision, passion that fueled the interesting movie.  Egungwu Chukwuka   brings excerpts. Can you take us through your journey as a filmmaker? I would always like to believe that I am one of the lucky and blessed ones in this industry. Though I am yet to attain the sta­tus I love, the journey has been good. It’s been over two decades now since I started my journey and I began that with the Yoruba industry. I had one “Egbon” back then, who I used to follow around; ‘Adebukola Hassan’ but that wasn’t cutting it for me because I wanted more. In 2010, I started working for a production house; Digital Interactive Media as Proj­ect Manager under the tutelage of Sola Fajobi. We produced so...

I n this exclusive interview Nigerian singer, Sopuru Precious Odunze , popularly known by the stage name, ‘ Boypee ’ talked about what triggered his collaboration with singers, Brown Joel and Hyce on his hit track “ Ogechi ”. His influences and the way he handles the pressure coming from the music industry. The original “ Ogech i ” track gained massive popularity initially, but the remix featuring popular Nigerian singer, Davido catapulted the song to a new height. The remix was released before the megastar’s wedding, it took over social media, with many users incorporating the track into their online content, further solidifying “Ogechi” as one of Nigeria’s biggest hit song in 2024.  EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA   brings excerpts. Tell us a bit about yourself and your family background. I hail from the vibrant state of Imo , but I was born and raised in Anambra . Growing up in a busi­ness-oriented family instilled in me a strong work ethic and a com­petitive spirit. It’s this foundati...

  I n this exclusive interview with Egungwu Chukwuka , award-winning Nigerian video director Adindu Collins , popularly known as ‘ Director Dindu ’ reveals how his passion for filmmaking started with photography, and led him to storytelling. The Benin-City-born and bred founder of Cinema House Productions has directed projects for top artistes like Davido, Joeboy, DJ Neptune, and Praiz. He also directed the video of the song ‘Work Me Out’ by Jamaican singer, Shenseea where she featured Wizkid.   Can share with us what triggered your decision to choose film and music video directing as a career?   Right from when I was young, I have always had a very imaginative mind. I am an imaginative thinker; I think a lot and can make up entire scenarios. After school, I discovered photography, which helped me realise my potential for capturing captivating images. This led me to filmmaking, as I recognised my imaginative mind would thrive in that field. Looking at my work today, you ...

F ashion has aided storytelling in African music videos, using style and beauty to convey emotion, promote our culture, and identity. In this brief exclusive chat with   NONSO CHILAKA,  p opularly known as   ‘WHYTACE’ , a talented fashion stylist who has made a significant impact in the Nigerian entertainment industry by styling top Nigerian artistes for their music videos, he talks about his journey, inspirations, and the importance of fashion in storytelling, particularly in music videos, and highlighted the skills and qualities necessary to succeed as a stylist.   EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA  brings excerpts:    Tell us about yourself and the work you do?  I’m known professionally as ‘Whytace’, a seasoned fashion stylist with a passion for helping people look and feel their best. My work includes trend analysis, wardrobe curation, and creating visually compelling looks that align with my clients’ personal style and image goals.  How did you get start...