Writer
Iheanyi Ukandu
Senior Entertainment Journalist · Lagos, Nigeria
Iheanyi Ukandu is a Lagos-based journalist who has spent more than a decade covering the African entertainment industry, with a particular focus on the business and policy decisions shaping Nollywood, Afrobeats, and the wider creator economy.
His analytical features at dripviewz unpack the deals, numbers, and structural forces behind the headlines, drawing on years of reporting relationships with executives, founders, and on-the-ground talent. He writes with the conviction of someone who has watched whole subcultures rise and fall, and the patience to explain why.
When he is not on deadline, Iheanyi mentors young journalists and consults on editorial standards for regional newsrooms across West Africa.
Expertise & experience
- 12+ years covering African entertainment
- Deep network across Nollywood and Afrobeats
- Specialist in deal structures and industry economics
- Frequent commentator on creator-economy policy
Recent stories by Iheanyi
Movies
The TV spin-off no one asked for unexpectedly hailed 'a hysterical must-watch'
When HBO first announced it was making yet another The Big Bang Theory spin-off, it was clear that Kevin Sussman, the actor behind the long-suffering Stuart Bloom, had his work cut out for him.
Movies
How Did Chisom Sydney Ihionu Become a Lawyer and Actor?
The Unlikely Path of a Rising Star Chisom Sydney Ihionu, a name that has been making waves in Nollywood, is a man of many talents.
Movies
The Mask and Scorpion King director Chuck Russell has died aged 74
As a veteran entertainment journalist, I've covered the highs and lows of Hollywood's most iconic directors, but the news of Chuck Russell's passing at 74 still comes as a shock.
News
Delta LG 2nd Anniversary: Citizens demand greater transparency
Citizens Seek Action from Delta LG Chairmen Akpokona Omafuaire, a respected journalist, has brought attention to a pressing issue in Delta State: the need for greater transparency and accountability in local governance.
Sports
Drake Seemingly Disses LeBron James With Shirt at Nocta Manor Retreat: 'The Only LeBron I Rate Is Juan'
News
Watch Charli xcx's Full Theatrical Film That Accompanies Her New 'Music, Fashion, Film' Album
The Intimacy of Storytelling: Charli xcx's Short Film Accompanying Her 'Music, Fashion, Film' Album Charli xcx is no stranger to pushing boundaries in the entertainment industry, and her latest move is evidence of that.
Music
Barry Can't Swim goes full French touch on euphoric new single 'Dance Dance Dance'
Joshua Mainnie, the Edinburgh-born producer and DJ behind the moniker Barry Can’t Swim, is known for pushing the boundaries of his sound.
Music
Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over London nightclub bottle attack
Chris Brown, the R&B singer, has found himself in a precarious position after pleading guilty to affray over an incident in a London nightclub.
Sports
CAS announce date for Senegal vs Morocco 2025 AFCON winner hearing
Movies
Johnny Depp's manipulative Ebenezer trailer has me worried
A Manipulative Move in a Troubled Legacy The latest trailer for Johnny Depp's Ebenezer, a remake of the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, has left me with more questions than answers.
Movies
Charli XCX casts controversial Hollywood actor in video as fans beg 'not him'
Charli XCX's Camera Video Sparks Outrage Over Vincent Cassel's Inclusion Charli XCX, a British singer-songwriter, has been at the centre of a controversy surrounding her latest music video, Camera.
Movies
Amazon Prime adds free streaming video games for no extra charge
Amazon's Gamble on Luna: Free Streaming Video Games for Prime Members As Jeff Gattis, Amazon's general manager of gaming, puts it, for many people, games have been harder to find than they should be.