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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

No Love in Lagos: Show Dem Camp, The Cavemen & Nsikak David Pull Apart the Notion of Love In Lagos.

In No Love In Lagos, frequent collaborators Show Dem Camp, The Cavemen, and Nsikak David contribute their voices to the sea of conversations around the notoriously precarious Lagos dating scene. Over the years, the notion of love, in its numerous forms, has threaded the works of both The Cavemen and Show Dem Camp. Love and […]

2 years ago

Nigerian Lives: 5 Young Adults Talk About Navigating Friendship Breakups

Relationships, often formed with the expectation of enduring bonds, can sometimes become sources of profound disappointment and pain.

2 years ago

Damilare Kuku’s “Only Big Bumbum Matters Tomorrow” Preaches Self-Love

Temi’s story in Damilare Kuku’s recently released debut novel, Only Big Bumbum Matters Tomorrow evoked vivid memories of my secondary school days, as I anxiously awaited the growth of my backside. Like Temi, despite growing up in a loving family, an affection that proved insufficient to nurture true self-love, I sought external validation. The book’s […]

2 years ago

A Haunting Doctor’s Appointment

Sometime in July 2023, Natalie* had her worst fears confirmed. At around 8:30 p.m., she arrived at a family-trusted hospital for the first phase of her fibroadenoma removal surgery. Given the procedure’s minor nature, the operating room was sparsely staffed. Natalie did not feel safe around men, having survived a sexual assault incident at 9, […]

2 years ago

Obasanjo’s Internet – Damilare Kuku

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

Olaolu Slawn: The Polarizing Artistic Final Boss

Olaolu Slawn’s fine art is his forte. His style is enigmatic, with his squiggly-type graffiti canvas paintings that resemble surreal cartoon characters. He loves to play with the concept of reality while also portraying societal issues, and sometimes things he considers nostalgic. His work treads the line between street art and Dadaism.

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

With “Lungu Boy,” Asake Circles Home After Conquering the World

Having conquered the world, he circles back home in homage to his roots; and ultimately to reaffirm his identity to himself and the world.

Aby Odusola

2 years ago

5 Notable Production Designers In Modern Nigerian Cinema

Production design is essential to film. Production designers are prominent in advancing the Nigerian film industry, utilizing various visual techniques and styles to enhance storytelling. Their work involves creating captivating visual backdrops and turning film locations into admirable and authentic scenes to match the expectations of the film. Adopting cultural elements and aesthetics in their […]

2 years ago