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Africa Film Society launches Library, Theatre and Exhibition Space in Ghana

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Africa Film Society launches Library, Theatre and Exhibition Space in Ghana, An official statement was released on September 24, 2024, announcing the launch of the film library, theatre, and exhibition space.

“Africa Film Society is excited to announce the launch of our Library, Theater, and Exhibition Space in East Legon, Ghana. Thanks to all who came out to celebrate this milestone with us. Amongst our guests were industry legends like Kwaw Ansah, King Ampaw, David Dontoh, Fred Amugi, Akofa Edjeani, and more,” the post said.

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The post also said the library contains books, films, and soundtracks for filmmakers and cinema lovers.

“The Africa Film Society library is a curated collection of books, films, and vinyl soundtracks for both filmmakers and cinephiles alike. Our 50-seat Arthouse Theater will be an extension of our long-running program ‘Classics In the Park’, where we screen classic and contemporary films to our members and diverse audiences,” the post continued.

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Founded by Ghanaian filmmaker Blitz Bazawule, Africa Film Society marks its 8th year of preserving, and promoting Africa’s rich cinematic legacy while cultivating new filmmakers and nurturing an audience for their work.

The initiative continues to empower, educate, and encourage the art of filmmaking to tell African stories. Through the ‘Classics In The Park’ initiative, they offer free outdoor cinema to communities focusing on early African films (1950 – 1980). They seek to acquire, restore, and redistribute these films from their original reels to introduce them to the new generation.


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Teniola Aladese leads cast in psychological drama, 'Gone'

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Directed by Omotola Oke and Anjola Aluko, and written by Winner Achimugu, the film features a compelling ensemble cast, including Teniola Aladese, Paul Nnadiekwe, Kelechi Udegbe, and Tolu Odewumi. 

The narrative centres on Damola Akinola, who has received anonymous gifts and letters from his absent father every birthday. 

On his 25th birthday, a skeleton is found in the family’s septic tank, prompting a police investigation led by Detective Christie Obi, portrayed by Teniola Aladese. 

As the investigation unfolds, deeply buried family secrets and emotional wounds surface, threatening to dismantle the family’s unity.​

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Producer Izzy Besta commented on Aladese’s performance.

“We knew we needed someone with incredible range to play Christie Obi, someone who could carry both the weight of justice and the empathy of a woman witnessing a family’s unravelling. Teniola didn’t just play the role; she transformed it.”​

Gone has been nominated in the Best MultiChoice Talent Factory Film category at the 10th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), which will be held in May 2024 at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. 

The AMVCA, established in 2013, is an annual event presented by MultiChoice that celebrates outstanding achievements in television and film across Africa. 

The awards aim to recognise the contributions of African filmmakers and actors, with categories spanning various aspects of production and performance.​

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Wasiu Ayinde calls Kollington out over failure to reciprocate his kindness

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Nigerian Fuji singer Wasiu Ayinde, fondly known as Kwam 1 has called out his colleague Ayinla Kollington over what he deemed as failure to reciprocate his kind gestures.

Speaking during his recent interview on the Agbaletu Radio, hosted by on-air personality Bamidele Adeyanju, Ayinde expressed his frustration with Kollington whom he claimed did not reach out to him when his mother died on January 18, 2025.

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He recalled when he assisted with the burial arrangements for Kollington’s mother when she died and handled the finances for dignitaries at the funeral. Ayinde stated that his colleague failed to send him even condolences in January.

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If I were gay, I’d be the hottest around – Uzor Arukwe

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Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has recently shared his candid reaction to a surprising rumour about his sexuality,​

In an interview, Arukwe recounted his initial reaction to hearing the rumour: that he was gay​

“They said that I was gay, and that shocked me to my balls. I was excited too. Cos I heard that when they start saying those kinds of things, you will blow (famous), so I thought to myself, ‘this must be it.’”​

His response highlights the unexpected nature of the rumour and his ability to find humour in the situation.​

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While addressing the rumour, Arukwe expressed his support for the LGBTQ+ community:​

“So, I have a lot of gay friends, they are my people, and I know their sexuality. And I love them to death. I have nothing against them whatsoever, but I’m not going to agree to what I’m not just because to some people they are a certain type of people. For me, let God judge.”​

His comments emphasise respect and acceptance, while also asserting his own identity.​

Arukwe made it clear that if the rumour were true, he would openly embrace it:​

“If it were my sexuality, I would own it. I’ll be one of the hottest around. I would own it with my chest.”​

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This statement underscores his commitment to authenticity and self-acceptance.​

He concluded by sharing the most unexpected aspect of the rumor:​

“The most shocking part was the person who they said was my boyfriend.”​

While he didn’t elaborate further, this remark adds a layer of intrigue to the story.​

Arukwe’s candidness and humour in addressing personal rumours reflect his confidence and integrity.

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