My name is Eventus Okon, a writer who has closely followed the Nigerian creative industry — particularly Nollywood — for years. I have studied the patterns, audience behaviors, marketing failures, streaming shifts, and the promotional strategies that work across cinema releases, YouTube premieres, and digital platforms. This guide is built from research, observation, industry conversations, […]

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The Nigerian film industry has come a long way from the days of straight-to-CD dramas and hurried productions shot in one week. Today, Nollywood isn’t just a cultural movement — it’s a money-making machine. But many people still don’t understand how Nigerian movies actually generate revenue. Is it cinema? Is it Netflix? Is it YouTube? […]

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Everyone wants to join the film industry, but not everyone knows how to begin. Some think you need powerful connections, others assume you must be wealthy or already famous — but that’s not true. In reality, joining a film company in Nigeria has become more open than ever before. What matters now is skill, passion, […]

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Filmmaking is no longer a side hustle or hobby in Nigeria — it has become one of the fastest-rising industries where creativity meets serious money. Every year, new filmmakers emerge from the streets, from YouTube, and from TikTok, turning small stories into big-screen dreams that touch millions. Yet, many still think filmmaking is only for […]

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Nollywood has produced many stars — from veterans who paved the way, to new faces breaking barriers across Africa and beyond. But when it comes to box office power, only a few names truly dominate. Every year, actors headline movies that pull millions of naira in cinema revenue. Yet among them, one person consistently appears […]

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For years, Nollywood has been evolving from small-budget home videos into full-blown cinema spectacles. From The Wedding Party to King of Boys, the Nigerian movie industry has proven that our stories can compete with the world’s best. But in recent times, one movie has changed everything — not just in box office numbers, but in […]

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From small-budget dramas to global-level blockbusters, Nollywood has come a long way. Each year, Nigerian filmmakers push the limits of creativity, technology, and storytelling. But one question always grabs attention — what is the highest budget film ever made in Nigeria? What Is the Highest Budget Film in Nigeria? As of today, “The Black Book” […]

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Streaming has transformed Nollywood, giving Nigerian filmmakers a direct line to global audiences. With Netflix leading the charge, the question most producers and fans keep asking is simple — how much does Netflix really pay for a Nigerian movie? Let’s uncover the truth. How Much Does Netflix Pay for a Nigerian Movie? Netflix typically pays […]

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