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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

17 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

How “Omo Ope” Began Asake’s Ascent

One early morning in 2023, more than 20,000 fans at the O2 Arena, London, screamed as a helicopter descended from the sky. Many in the screaming horde reached out their hands to touch the man in the helicopter—Asake, one of the world’s most significant musical talents at the time. But before the glittering lights of […]

2 years ago

Enwose Judith Is Reclaiming Elegance for Women

The first time Enwose Isioma Judith began to question what defines elegance, it wasn’t in a studio or during a fitting. It was in front of a mirror in her own house, in a moment that should have felt complete. Everything was in place. The dress was structured and flattering, the makeup precise, the overall […]

Amber Asuni

2 years ago

Llona Wants You To Be Saved, But He’s Not Your Savior

Each generation needs a voice that embodies its spirit and speaks on its behalf. It needs thinkers who will frequently examine its well-being. And Llona has teed up himself as one such voice of reason. His music, in interrogating what it means to be a young Nigerian, chronicles the hardships and anxieties besetting people in […]

2 years ago

“Onye Egwu” Review: Nollywood’s Unlikely Genre Sports A Bold But Short-Lived Traction

Nollywood is known for its array of drama, comedy and romantic productions, which often include elements of the supernatural, thriller and adventure. It’s no wonder that the top three most successful films in the Nigerian box office are a mixture of drama and comedy. With the continued eclectic posture and push for global relevance of […]

2 years ago

Ten Hits That Celebrate Onyeka Onwenu’s Musical Career

At the stretch of her musical career, Onyeka Onwenu stands as a towering icon in the Nigerian entertainment industry spanning music, film, journalism, and advocacy. Renowned for her impact and versatility, Onwenu has left an indelible mark at her demise. Her influence is perhaps most vividly felt in her songs. These tracks showcase her artistic […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

Obasanjo’s Internet – Niyi Okeowo

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 favorites on how they relate to the Internet and what it means to them […]

Damilola Oyeleke

2 years ago

Nollywood Films and TV Shows Coming This August

So far, this year, the Nigerian film industry has blessed us with a delicious diet of films and television shows across different genres and platforms—from domestic cinemas to subscription-based streaming outlets like Netflix, Prime Video and Showmax, and YouTube. Some of the productions we have seen in July are Bolanle Austen Peters’ period film House […]

2 years ago

How a Comedian Revived an Old Highlife Song

On Friday, July 5, 2024, Chukwuebuka Amuzie uploaded a video to his Instagram account, and, because he has performed a variation of this ritual each week since becoming one of Nigeria’s most successful comedians four years ago, he did not think much of it. He certainly did not think that the item uploaded that Friday […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago