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Explainers, analyses, and essays on government policies, and political trends and movements around the continent

Faridah Folawiyo’s Year of Yes

A recurring theme in Folawiyo’s discussion of her work is accessibility, not as a marketing term but as something closer to a personal correction.

Anjola Akinmade

3 weeks ago

Taiwo “Ogogo” Hassan, The Custodian of Action and Nollywood’s Voice of Reason

Nollywood actor Taiwo “Ogogo” Hassan, who has died aged 66 of an unnamed cancer, inspired Nigerian film audiences and industry practitioners with his commanding performances and recorded goodwill. The actor who has stayed away from mainstream attention and conversation was the face of recent conversation after one of his daughters posted a video detailing the […]

Seyi Lasisi

15 hours ago

“Starrgirl”: Ayra Starr Trades Becoming for Being

In Starrgirl, Ayra Starr does not ask you to reconsider Ayra Starr. She assumes you already know who she is and expects you to keep up. The title alone sends listeners a message before they press play. Her first two records were titled around age — 19 & Dangerous introduced a fearless, fast-talking teenager; The […]

Anjola Akinmade

4 days ago

Mid-Year Review: The 10 Best Nigerian Songs of 2026

In the spirit of culture curation, Culture Custodian has put together a list of the best songs of 2026, so far.

John Eriomala

2 months ago

What Exactly Is All This Sex Doing in Blood Sisters?

Blood Sisters Understands That Sex Can Tell a Story. It Just Doesn’t Always Know What Story It’s Telling.

Naomi Ezenwa

3 months ago

“All of Us” Fails With Inconsistent Acts But Signifies a New Era in Nigerian Filmmaking

A Range Rover glides to a stop in an elite high school. Inside, Iyabo Ojo talks to her twins, Isaac and Ivy (played by Enioluwa Adeoluwa and Priscilla Ojo), who radiate both excitement and nervousness. Beyond the tinted windows, students mill about the grounds as they reunite on the first day of the new school […]

2 years ago

My Life In Nollywood: Feyisayo Oyebisi

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rockstars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features make-up and special effects artist, Feyisayo Oyebisi (Feyzo). For over fifteen years, Feyisayo Oyebisi has been in the makeup business. From her […]

2 years ago

Obasanjo’s Internet – Foluso Agbaje

Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]

Damilola Oyeleke

2 years ago

“Dare To Dream” Review—Ayra Starr Documentary Connects The Past To The Future

Ayra Starr: Dare To Dream is a 22-minute documentary that skims through the life and blossoming career of Nigerian superstar and Grammy nominee, Ayra Starr. The docu-film briefly captures the artist’s rise to fame, with her voiceover often steering the narrative, and her journey through London, Los Angeles, Lagos, and Cotonou as she continues to […]

2 years ago

Chisa Linto Aims to Reimagine Tradition Through Art

Chisanim Okpola may be a qualified lawyer, having endured the rigors of university and law school, but her true passion lies far from the courtroom.

2 years ago

10 Nigerian Hair Care Brands You Should Know About

The journey of embracing natural hair in Nigeria has always been complex. Many Nigerian women possess type 4c hair, known for its tight coils, coarse texture, and susceptibility to shrinkage and damage. This hair type, while beautiful, often requires intensive care and maintenance. Historically, the difficulty in managing 4c hair led many Nigerian women to […]

2 years ago

Deela is Repurposing Old Afrobeats for Today

In Nigeria’s alternative scene, colored by a bristling pace of evolution, and a wholesome communion of often disparate sounds, a new upstart has captured everyone’s attention. Deela, with a nostalgic, dreamy sound that marries vintage Afropop with modern elements, is eliciting the sort of excitement that portends an ascent to fame. Her voice is slippery […]

2 years ago

Nigerian Lives: 6 Women Discuss Managing Menstrual Cramps at Work

Known clinically as dysmenorrhea, menstrual cramps happen when the uterus contracts to shed its lining, causing abdominal and pelvic pain just before or during menstruation. In 2023, the Nigerian workforce comprised about 31.3 million female employees, and dysmenorrhea was the leading cause of lost working hours for these women. Despite its prevalence, menstruation remains a […]

2 years ago