Entertainment
Why Nigerian Women Prefer ZeeWorld To Nollywood Movies
Popular Indian Television drama series Zeeworld, sweeps Nigerian women with their mind blowing series, making it the most watched programme by Nigerian women.
The movie channel which came to Nigeria some years ago has become the highly viewed channel as Nigerians mostly women, young girls and families now prefer Zee World; thereby spending most of their time watching their various drama series.
Zee World is a programme which most Nigerian women consider to be the apt programme for every home-hence, it has no age limit and it does not contain erotic scenes.
It is a common feature in public places such as restaurants, hotels, shops, even hospitals as people are seen watching the programme. The programme basically highlights issues in the family such as preferred life-time partners, unity in the family making most Nigerian women to salute them for being unique and appreciate the Indian culture.
Each passing day, Zee World keeps giving its fans more reasons why they should never take their eyes off their screen. The timing and programme is something one would not want to miss. Each fan has a particular series that drew him/her closer to the channel. Some of the favorite series are ‘married again’, this was the most watched of them all. The story is about a widower and a divorcee who get remarried for the sake of their kids. It also teaches people that they should not deny themselves the right to live life again because of the situation they found themselves in. There is also salon’: It is about a young girl who tried to live her life like every other Indian regardless of her skin colour. It tells us that a black Indian has an equal right with the white Indian, the complexion does not make a difference. And there is Gangaa Even old women can relate to the story. The story is about a young widow who never joked with her honour. She fought the society and showed everyone that a woman be it widow or not has the right to decide what happen in her life. She tried to make every women realize their self worth and always cherish their pride.
According to a primary school teacher, Mrs. Demid, Zee World is educative, it keeps me going. I have learnt a lot from it, especially how to organize a family and be focused.
Miss Boma Miracle, a student of Rivers State University finds Zee World interesting but do not like the way they end some of their series most times, but that has not changed her love for Zee World a bit.
On her part, a business woman, Lady B Sees it as a time consuming channel. She expressed her concern for women who are so addicted to it because it makes them forget their domestic activities as they are so engrossed in the programme.
Agnes Onwuegbu
The Tide Entertainment reports that International stars Busta Rhymes and Gunna topped the bill, while the festival showcased a powerhouse roster of African talent including Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Shenseea, Phyno, Fave, Juma Jux, Qing Madi, and Diamond Platnumz, among others.
The festival launched December 7 with an eye-catching opening ceremony featuring aerial ballet performers, establishing an elevated artistic vision for the weeks ahead. That first night brought Nigerian heavyweights Wande Coal, Young Jonn, Ice Prince, Darey, Fola, Shoday, and Jerry Shaffer to the stage.
The Federal Ministry of Art and Culture partnered with the festival, with Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa acknowledging Detty December Fest as a vital force in Nigeria’s cultural landscape. She emphasized its impact on amplifying the country’s creative presence internationally and driving holiday tourism.
The 2025 edition raised the bar for live entertainment in Lagos, building on Detty December’s established reputation as a catalyst for tourism, entertainment, and economic growth during the year-end season.
The milestone was confirmed on Monday by FilmOne, the movie’s distributor, who announced that the film is now the fastest title in West Africa to cross ?1 billion. The achievement further cements Akindele’s dominance in the Nigerian film industry.
Since its release, Behind the Scenes has shattered multiple records. It posted the highest single-day box office gross ever on Boxing Day, earning an impressive ?129.5 million. It is also the highest-grossing film of 2025 so far, and remarkably, it marks Akindele’s third movie to cross the ?1 billion mark, a feat no other director has achieved.
The Tide Entertainment reports that with this latest success, Akindele has strengthened her position as Nollywood’s highest-grossing producer of all time, becoming the first filmmaker to deliver three billion-naira blockbusters within a single calendar year.
Reacting to the achievement, the actress and filmmaker expressed heartfelt gratitude to her supporters, collaborators, and distributors, while also revealing the film’s growing international reach.
“Over the years, I’ve always valued my fans, because without God and you, I am nobody,” she wrote.“Thank you all for coming out to watch this movie and for supporting my brand through the years.Thank you to the distributors, my colleagues—especially those not in the movie who still came out to meet and greet my fans.Big love to the cast and crew. This is only the beginning; let’s take Behind the Scenes even further.”
She also disclosed that the film is currently screening in cinemas across two European countries and the United States, signaling its expanding global appeal.
Akindele’s box office dominance has been nothing short of historic. In 2023, Battle on Buka Street became Nollywood’s highest-grossing film with ?640 million. She raised the bar again in January 2024 when A Tribe Called Judah became the first Nigerian movie to hit ?1 billion. Later that year, Everybody Loves Jenifa broke another record, grossing ?1.6 billion to become the highest-earning film in West African history.
Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, has revealed his former bandmate Faze’s position in the long-running rift between him and their other ex-bandmate, Blackface.
The Tide Entertainment recalls that Blackface and 2Face have been involved in an on-and-off feud over the years, with the former repeatedly accusing the latter of intellectual property theft, allegations 2Face has consistently denied.
Addressing fans midway through his performance at the Made in Benue Festival in Makurdi recently, 2Face said Faze has maintained a neutral stance in the dispute between him and Blackface.
He stressed that the rift does not involve Faze in any way.
“You all know that Plantashun Boiz consisted of Blackface, 2Face and Faze. But due to some unforeseen circumstances, Blackface is not with us right now.
“However, no matter the beef wey me and Blackface get, nothing concern Faze inside. So, Faze is right here with me and we will represent Plantashun Boiz,” he said.
The rift between Blackface and 2Face began after Plantashun Boiz disbanded in the 2000s.
Following their split, Blackface blamed 2Face for the breakup and accused him of song theft.
The relationship between the duo has remained strained over the years despite several attempts at reconciliation, with peace efforts often short-lived.
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