Oluwamayowa Idowu, Author at The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.)

DAAR Communications vs The NBC: An Explainer

Yesterday, it was announced that Africa Independent Television and Ray Power, the TV and radio stations owned by Raymond Dokpesi’s Daar Communications would have their operating licenses suspended by the National Broadcasting Commission. Through the explainer below, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of what exactly is going on. Who are the key parties involved? AIT is […]

Oluwamayowa Idowu

6 years ago

‘Makoko: The Floating Slum’ – A Showreel of Poverty Porn

“Hypocrisy abhors in others, what we excuse in ourselves.” I don’t remember the first time I heard the quote above or where I did but it first made an appearance on my Twitter feed in April 2013. In that time, it has informed one of the filters through which I make sense of the world. […]

Oluwamayowa Idowu

6 years ago

Booked and Busy: DJ Spinall to perform at Glastonbury

DJ Spinall is going to be a busy man this summer. He’ll be spinning at Glastonbury and The Ends Festival sharing the stage with legendary artists such as Janet Jackson, Nas, Damian Marley, Lauryn Hill, and many more. Spinall will be one of two Nigerians performing at The Glastonbury Festival on the Silver Hayes stage […]

Oluwamayowa Idowu

6 years ago

Tiwa Savage seals UMG deal

Tiwa Savage’s status as the premier female artist in the country is one that is not really in question. Over the course of her career, she has earned for herself a reputation as one of the country’s best popstars and performers. Earlier today, she announced that following the expiration of her deal with Don Jazzy’s […]

Oluwamayowa Idowu

6 years ago

How Garmspot Are Taking The Nigerian Fashion Industry By Storm

When it comes to making your mark on the Nigerian fashion scene, few, if any, are barely able to scratch the surface. From funding constraints to disrupted manufacturing chains, there is little to no room available for Nigerian fashion brands to cultivate brand identities that deeply resonate with their customers. So when brands like Garmspot […]

Oluwamayowa Idowu

6 years ago

The Alté Playmaker: The GMK Story

For our May cover story, we catch up with one of the most influential players in the Alte movement, Quddus King aka GMK.

Oluwamayowa Idowu

6 years ago

Burna Boy’s new YouTube documentary tells his story authoritatively

Burna Boy is having the type of moment that we’ve yet to see in contemporary Nigerian music. As he continues to take steps towards world domination, we get a new YouTube mini doc that highlights the growth and evolution of Nigeria’s first true rockstar. Using the voices of some friends, his mother and his grandfather, […]

Oluwamayowa Idowu

6 years ago

Burna Boy takes in global domination and love for Giannis Antetokounmpo on The Score’s Cross Culture segment

2018 was Burna Boy’s MVP year marking his ascension to the top bracket of Nigerian artists alongside the likes of Davido and Wizkid. This ascension combined with his record deal with Atlantic Records imprint, Bad Habit Records has helped secure some premier placements. Last year, his Outside album placed #3 on the Billboard Reggae Chart, […]

Oluwamayowa Idowu

6 years ago

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From South London to Super Eagles: What The Innit Boys Teach Us About Identity

From South London to Super Eagles: What The Innit Boys Teach Us About Identity

Tems Joins Ownership Group of MLS side, San Diego FC

Why Depo Provera’s Popularity in Africa Defies Health Warnings and Lawsuits

Interview: Joakim Noah On Hennessy Partnership, Post Retirement Life and Basketball in Africa

DAAR Communications vs The NBC: An Explainer

‘Makoko: The Floating Slum’ – A Showreel of Poverty Porn

Booked and Busy: DJ Spinall to perform at Glastonbury

Tiwa Savage seals UMG deal

How Garmspot Are Taking The Nigerian Fashion Industry By Storm

The Alté Playmaker: The GMK Story

Burna Boy’s new YouTube documentary tells his story authoritatively

Burna Boy takes in global domination and love for Giannis Antetokounmpo on The Score’s Cross Culture segment

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