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

“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

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1 month ago

“Starrgirl”: Ayra Starr Trades Becoming for Being

How Nigerian International Stars Are Set to Transform the NPFL

It was a moment that echoed through the bustling streets of Kano, a triumphant homecoming and a signal to football fans across the country that the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) was entering a new era. The familiar face of Ahmed Musa, the former Super Eagles captain, had returned once more to Kano Pillars, donning […]

Tobi Ayinde

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2 years ago

How Nigerian International Stars Are Set to Transform the NPFL

The Right Approach Towards Inclusivity in Fashion

On an otherwise nondescript day in September, Alexandra Obochi, a candidate for the GTCO fashion week, posted a video that set social media ablaze. The video initially appears akin to the standard fare of entry videos—Obochi dons a white vest and blue jeans, her hair packed into a bun—but upon closer inspection, several peculiarities come […]

Chibuzo Emmanuel

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2 years ago

The Right Approach Towards Inclusivity in Fashion

“By Any Minz” is a Mellow Sonic Journey Blighted by a Lack of Substance

If rising to prominence in the Afropop tapestry is a game of accumulating momentum, in 2022 Minz understood the assignment. Lady, released in mid-2022, attained anthem status on TikTok and established the languid, melody-centric style that would become characteristic of his music. He quickly doubled down with Wo Wo, which enjoyed commercial success. With that […]

Chibuzo Emmanuel

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2 years ago

“By Any Minz” is a Mellow Sonic Journey Blighted by a Lack of Substance

Why Haven’t New Popstars Broken into The Mainstream This Year?

In 2020, Nigeria’s Afropop bore the trappings of a scene bristling with momentum- a scene at the cusp of permeating the global consciousness. Burna Boy released Twice as Tall to global acclaim, making history as the first winner of the newly-created Best Global Music Album category at the Grammys the next year. Wizkid’s Made in […]

Chibuzo Emmanuel

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2 years ago

Why Haven’t New Popstars Broken into The Mainstream This Year?

“Support Your Own”: The Clash Between Intellectual Property Rights and Social Expectations in Nigeria

 Mutual support and creative collaboration within creative communities aren’t just beneficial – they are essential for survival. Artists, musicians, fashion designers, and entertainers form tight-knit networks, sharing resources and promoting each other’s work in an environment where formal infrastructure for creatives might be inaccessible, or accessible to only a certain few. This collaborative spirit, while […]

Deborah Oludimu

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2 years ago

“Support Your Own”: The Clash Between Intellectual Property Rights and Social Expectations in Nigeria

7 Nigerian Sci-Fi Movies That Will Make You Question Everything

Fantasy and supernatural movies? Nollywood has them on lock. From ghosts that wear designer wristwatches to gods that are always angry, and sometimes even dragons that pick people up and fly away with them, supernatural dramas have been our bread and butter for the longest time. But there’s one niche we have barely touched; science […]

Deborah Oludimu

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2 years ago

7 Nigerian Sci-Fi Movies That Will Make You Question Everything

Five Personal Finance Podcasts for Nigerians by Nigerians

Financial literacy, as a concept, is sorely needed in many Nigerian households, particularly those in low-to-moderate-income communities. The right personal finance education can be a game-changer for young people ready to take charge of their financial journey. Imagine having a mentor who speaks your language, understands the highs and lows of the Nigerian economy, and […]

Deborah Oludimu

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2 years ago

Five Personal Finance Podcasts for Nigerians by Nigerians
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