Arafat Tijani, Author at The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.)

Music

Coca Cola’s ‘Ginjaah Your Flow’ Song is the New Anthem

August 21, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

Coca-Cola’s new campaign featuring an original song by Mayorkun, produced by MasterKraft is a certified teen anthem! Announced with a 30-second film, “Ginjaaah Your Flow” debuted to warm reception, logging

Music

3 Nigerian Artists That Have Headlined At The o2 Arena

June 25, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

Headlining a show is one of the goals every musician hopes to achieve, it is a validation of the dedication put into the craft and the tenacity the artists embody.

Aesthetics Pop Culture

Young Nigerians are becoming ‘plant parents’ – here’s why

June 22, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

Living in a country with approximately 80% of its population having no access to adequate mental health care, it’s expected that people will find a way to retain their sanity. Pets

Aesthetics Events

ART X Announces 2021 Schedule

June 22, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

ArtXLagos, the International Art Fair will take place in 2021 as a mix of both physical and virtual exhibitions. The physical fair will take place at the Federal Palace Hotel

Feature Film & TV Music Pop Culture

Ayinla Omowura: Meet the Iconic Nigerian Singer You Have Never Heard Of

June 21, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

If you don’t know the name Ayinla Omowura, that is probably because of his untimely but predicted death and the fact that his genre of music was inspired by his

Aesthetics

Nigeria’s Looted Artefacts Are Slowly Finding Their Way Back Home

June 17, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

In 1897, Benin city was invaded by British forces in retaliation for a counter-attack by the people of Benin, who had learned that a small party of British were preparing

Music

Introducing Audio Chat on One Radio Music

June 16, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

OneRadio is a media network that offers local and global radio, curated music playlists and live podcasts streaming from anywhere in the world. OneRadio provides the medium for on-the-go streaming

News & Politics

June 12: A Tale of Nigeria’s Transition To Democracy

June 12, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

Twenty-eight years ago, Nigerians stood at polling booths across the nation to vote in the anticipated return of civilian rule. This was only made possible by the then military head

Aesthetics

A Guide To Preparing For The Rainy Season

June 11, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

Nigeria has its seasons split into two-the dry and rainy season. The dry season often begins in late November, runs through January, becomes intense in February, and eases down in

Music Technology

M.I. Abaga To Release Exclusive NFT Collection

June 10, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

Binance, the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider has today announced, ‘100 Creators’, a new campaign on Binance NFT Marketplace, to support and promote innovative creators from around

Feature Film & TV

Danai Gurira: From Zimbabwe to ‘Wakanda’ to ‘The Walking Dead’

June 9, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

You may know her as Okoye, general of the Dora Milaje in Black Panther and Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame – three of the highest-grossing films of all time. But for millions of fans,

Aesthetics Pop Culture

For The Love Of Anime: 7 Nigerians Tell Us Why They Are Obsessed

June 5, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

Nigerians’ love for anime (Japanese animation) can be traced back to the late 80s and 90s when NTA 2 Channel 5 aired the cartoon Voltron: The Defender of the Universe, an

Aesthetics

The Ultimate Guide To Having A Great Weekend

June 5, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

The weekend is finally here! You probably had such a hectic week, you are not sure how to go about your weekend, not to worry, we can help with that.

Film & TV

Chinua Achebe’s Books Are Being Made Into A Television Series

May 28, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

Chinua Achebe, one of Africa’s most influential authors is having three of his books brought to our screens. Things Fall Apart, No Longer At Ease, and Arrow of God

Aesthetics

Children’s Day: You Know You’re a ’90s Kid If You Remember These Things

May 27, 2021 by Arafat Tijani

It is children’s day and although the ’90s babies can not celebrate like they once did, nostalgia can be a great way to deal with this. So, we’re taking a