In Nigeria, political influence is not only exercised by the ruling class through polemics and powerful speeches: it is also worn.
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Lagos is set to host its first-of-a-kind outdoor multi-day music festival, Shakara Festival, from Thursday, December 18th to Sunday, December 21st, 2025. The groundbreaking event will take place at Nautica Beach Resort, Lekki, Lagos, offering a four-day immersive celebration of music, culture, and lifestyle designed to take African music to the world. Shakara Festival is […]
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Every December, Nigeria transforms into a grand stage where sound, style, and spirit merge into something larger than life. Flights are overbooked, playlists switch to party mode, and streets shimmer with the promise of reunions that blur the lines between social and spiritual renewal. What started years ago as a simple return-home culture has evolved […]
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The highly anticipated launch of EA Sports FC 26 came alive in Lagos as Carven Gaming Lounge hosted the EAFC 26 Launch Party in partnership with Ballantine’s Blended Scotch Whisky. Passionate gamers, music lovers, creators, and industry leaders gathered for a day that delivered on every promise of excitement, competition, and community. Carven, a vibrant […]
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As FUJI: A Opera marks its milestone 5th anniversary, the pioneering multi-dimensional music platform is proud to announce the upcoming edition of Fuji Vibrations 2025, themed “THIS IS FUJI”, scheduled for Thursday, December 4th, 2025, at its resident home, Muri Okunola Park, Lagos. Over the past five years, FUJI: A Opera has transformed from a […]
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There was no better way to close out Heineken Lagos Fashion Week than with Heineken taking the runway. On November 1st, the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos came alive with pure electric energy as Heineken delivered a closing showcase that had the city beaming with pride — a performance that perfectly captured the style and […]
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In a scene constantly redefining its sound, Mykel Coker arrives with Echelon XIV; a bold, rhythm-driven record that reimagines street music through the lens of fun, melody, and charisma. Known for blending crisp songwriting with lighthearted storytelling, Mykel delivers his most confident performance yet, a vibrant anthem that sits neatly at the intersection of Afropop, […]
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You know the beat. You know the songs. Think of Adekunle Gold’s Rodo, the vibrant pulse driving Simi’s biggest hits, or the cultural rhythm grounding Asake’s historic Tiny Desk performance. What do these massive tracks have in common? One man: Babatunde Alaba, better known as Alabama Georgia, the Ambassador of African Drum. He’s not just a […]
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The ancient city of Onitsha came alive once again for the 2025 Ofala Festival, a vibrant celebration of heritage, royalty, and community. This year, Orijin, a brand deeply rooted in Nigerian culture, proudly joined the festivities as the official drink sponsor, reaffirming its commitment to championing local traditions. Ofala Festival is more than a cultural […]
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