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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

2 months 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

1 month 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

1 month 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

3 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

4 months ago

As Told By Ada: If They Say Sit Down, Then Sit Down

I play the role well, and I don’t consider myself rebellious.

Naomi Ezenwa

5 months ago

Korede Kaneto Akinsete Wants Her Side Quests To Become Her Main Quests

Korede Kaneto Akinsete is the founder of Ko Concepts, a storytelling studio that empowers leaders, impact builders, and creatives to identify, refine, and amplify their unique narratives. She’s also a writer exploring the intersections of arts, culture, and identity across the African diaspora, with sensibilities shaped by Lagos and New York. Here she shares with […]

Oluwamayowa Idowu

5 months ago

Who Influences the Music Nigerians Listen To?

It’s the same ethos in marketing that’s led Nigerians to distrust culture journos: Listeners feel apprehensive about being manipulated into liking music.

John Eriomala

5 months ago

7 Years of AMVCA’s Best Score/Music Category: How Well?

This year’s pool of Best Music/Score nominees was competitive, representing a broad range of talent from within and beyond the continent and consistency that few other categories at the 13-year-old award show can lay claim to.

John Eriomala

5 months ago

Who Owns What? Understanding IP Rights in the Wake of the AMVCA Drama

This issue remains very much on the table. Creatives have always been vulnerable because of the fragile nature of their brainchild — intellectual property (IP). Unfortunately, this vulnerability has become even more harrowing with the fast-pace growth of digital technology and the consequential rise of a fast-fashion culture, one in which legal protection, enforcement, and, […]

Favour Bamijoko

5 months ago

“The Farmer’s Daughter”: Omoni Oboli Attempts to Reach for Nollywood’s Golden Age

Although “The Farmer’s Daughter” is not particularly original in style or themes and subject matter, it is still worth seeing.

Favour Bamijoko

5 months ago

AMVCA 2026 : Africa’s Biggest Award is Still Burdened By its Oldest Problems

When, in 2013, MultiChoice Africa and its Africa Magic channels launched the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), it was to celebrate and honour excellence in African film and television. Prior to this, there was no single, high-profile awards platform dedicated specifically to African screen content across the continent. From inception, the award was deliberate […]

Seyi Lasisi

5 months ago