A Nation of Fakes: How Counterfeit Culture Became Normal in Nigeria
To solve this problem, we must intersect culture and regulation.
2 weeks ago
To solve this problem, we must intersect culture and regulation.
2 weeks ago
Hennessy is proud to join two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist and global phenomenon, Tems, to celebrate the launch of the Leading Vibe (LVI) Initiative in Lagos, Nigeria. Held on August 8th and 9th, the two-day event marks the beginning of a bold new chapter in Hennessy’s long-standing commitment to music and culture in Africa. Inspired by […]
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Martell, the oldest of the great cognac houses is stepping into a new phase of cultural engagement with the announcement of three newly appointed Cultural Ambassadors: Adesope Olajide (Shoopsydoo), Sheniece Charway, and Abdul Abdullah. Martell has long championed freedom, audacity and excellence, and is continuing its cultural journey by shining a spotlight on the people […]
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Nigeria’s party scene just got its global passport. This past weekend, Desperados, Nigeria’s leading flavored beer, made waves at Element House with an unforgettable surprise: a ticket giveaway sending five lucky Nigerians to the legendary Elrow Festival in Ibiza! Elrow is a global entertainment and festival brand known for its immersive, thematic, and highly theatrical […]
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The Arabian trio is turning up the heat with Yalla— a vibrant anthem made for sunshine, dance floors, and living out loud. But this isn’t just a song — it’s a movement. Blending infectious Arabic rhythms with the feel-good vibes of global summer pop, Yalla is a celebration of culture, confidence, and joy. It’s a […]
1 year ago
A vessel carrying 154 Ethiopians migrating to Yemen capsized early Sunday off the Yemen coast, according to the UN International Organization for Migration (IOM). Currently, sixty-eight of the migrants have been confirmed dead and seventy-four are still missing, leaving only 12 confirmed survivors. Dozens of bodies have been found on the shore of Abyan, in […]
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In a city where every drumbeat echoes history and every gathering tells a story, Orijin is returning as the official alcohol sponsor of the Osun-Osogbo Festival 2025, bringing with it the electrifying magic that Orijin is known to create. But this will not be just another night of music, it promises to be a soulful […]
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Mousa Mara, who briefly served as Mali’s Prime Minister from 2014 to 2015, has been charged with “undermining the credibility of the state” following a social media post on X (formerly known as Twitter). According to a prosecutor, the post addressed his visit to political prisoners. The former prime minister spoke of his unwavering support […]
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On August 1, 2025, both teaching and non-teaching staff at Lagos State University (LASU) commenced an indefinite strike over welfare issues and unresolved disputes with management. The strike was coordinated by the Joint Action Committee, a coalition of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), the Non-Academic […]
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