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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

16 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

Nigerian Lives: 5 Remote Workers on Rising Data Costs

For young Nigerians, especially remote workers, an affordable internet isn’t a luxury but a necessity. Culture Custodian spoke with five professionals about how these rising data costs are affecting their ability to work and earn in an already struggling economy.

Shalom Tewobola

2 years ago

MultiChoice’s Price Hike and the Threat to Nigeria’s Viewing Culture

MultiChoice, a leading entertainment powerhouse in Africa, announced an increase in the prices of its DStv and GOtv subscription packages, effective March 1, 2025. The company attributes this adjustment to “prevalent economic factors,” making it the second price hike in less than a year. Under the new pricing structure, DStv Premium subscribers will now pay […]

Shalom Tewobola

2 years ago

AFCON’s Prestige Under Question: Why Is Africa’s Biggest Tournament Undervalued?

When Mohamed Salah scored from a well-worked corner routine in Sunday’s crucial Premier League match, Liverpool took a commanding 11-point lead over Arsenal, edging closer to another title— their first premier league trophy since 2020. With 25 goals and 16 assists, Salah’s productivity has been undeniable this season, sparking discussions about his place among the […]

Tobi Ayinde

2 years ago

My Life In Nollywood: Chuks Joseph

Joseph has also acted in other Nollywood film and TV projects such as Leaked, “After School Hours”, “Masquerades of Aniedo”, “The Thing About Pain”, “Definitely Not An Angel”, and “Teacher Dorcas”.

Adedamola Adedayo

2 years ago

Anendlessocean is Redefining Music Through Faith and Experience

Since rising to prominence in 2024, his music has struck a chord with listeners across generations. While his songs often center on divine love, he moves freely between spiritual and secular themes, seeing no contradiction between them.

Shalom Tewobola

2 years ago

Wavestar’s Diss Against SiRaheem Taps The Collective Disaffection of The Youth

A few days ago, one of Nigeria’s most exciting diss tracks since the beef between M.I Abaga and Vector in 2019 arrived courtesy of Wavestar, an underground rapper who fired a salvo of scathing insults at Raheem Okoya, otherwise known as SiRaheem. The video, posted on X, is supremely hilarious. In it, he and a […]

Chibuzo Emmanuel

2 years ago

Why Twitter Got So Angry

If you’re even moderately active on the social media platform called X, otherwise known as Twitter, you’d attest to the fact that for a while now the platform has felt different; more volatile; a mound of dry tinder ever poised to burst into flames. The platform has always had the reputation of functioning as a […]

Chibuzo Emmanuel

2 years ago

Does Nigeria’s Senate President Hate Women?

The Nigerian Senate chambers witnessed a tense moment on February 21, 2025, when Senate President Godswill Akpabio ordered Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central to leave during a plenary session. The incident stemmed from a seating arrangement modification—a power granted to the Senate President under Section 2(2) of the Senate Standing Orders 2023 and Section […]

Shalom Tewobola

2 years ago

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Faridah Folawiyo’s Year of Yes

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

“Starrgirl”: Ayra Starr Trades Becoming for Being

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

What Exactly Is All This Sex Doing in Blood Sisters?

Nigerian Lives: 5 Remote Workers on Rising Data Costs

MultiChoice’s Price Hike and the Threat to Nigeria’s Viewing Culture

AFCON’s Prestige Under Question: Why Is Africa’s Biggest Tournament Undervalued?

My Life In Nollywood: Chuks Joseph

Anendlessocean is Redefining Music Through Faith and Experience

Wavestar’s Diss Against SiRaheem Taps The Collective Disaffection of The Youth

Why Twitter Got So Angry

Does Nigeria’s Senate President Hate Women?

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