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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

1 day 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

My Life In Nollywood: Kenneth Gyang

Every week, The Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood rock stars. You get to learn about their fascinating backgrounds, the behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This episode features Jos-born filmmaker, Kenneth Gyang. An alumnus of the National Film Institute in Jos, Gyang began his career producing short films, with […]

2 years ago

How Naeto C Changed Nigerian Hip-hop

by Kultured Natives Born Naetochukwu Chikwe, Naeto C did so much in what many might call a short period. No one could have guessed that this returnee—he returned to Nigeria from the United States in 2006 to establish a full-time music career—would wound up making music that would soundtrack the late 2000s and early 2010s, […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

Obasanjo’s Internet – Oluchi Harrison

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

A Nostalgic Trip through Old Nollywood and Its Legendary Female Pioneers

The “Old Nollywood” era refers to a period in the Nigerian film industry between the late 90s and early 2000s. This formative period was characterized by low-budget productions, exaggerated makeup and fashion, comedic storytelling, and the rise of the iconic “Nolly Baddie” villain archetype. Despite humble beginnings and technical limitations, Nollywood’s classics from this era […]

2 years ago

Women Who Shaped the Nigerian Fashion Industry

Nigeria’s fashion evolution over the years has been nothing short of remarkable. The past decade alone has witnessed Lagos surge into one of Africa’s major fashion cities, featuring some of the continent’s top designers and hosting riveting high-fashion events like Lagos Fashion Week. While celebrating the achievements at national level, it’s crucial to pay homage […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

How Ireti Zaccheaus Is Taking The Street Souk Community Global

Since starting Street Souk 6 years ago, Ireti Zaccheaus has had her foot on the gas pedal, accelerating towards world domination. Though, originally, all she wanted was to create a platform for young people in Lagos, where they could celebrate street fashion and exist exactly as they were. Now transcending Lagos, Street Souk has become […]

Damilola Oyeleke

2 years ago

The Impact of Stan Culture on Nigerian Music

The Nigerian music industry, once a budding scene, has blossomed into a global powerhouse, propelled by the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats. This evolution has been nothing short of remarkable, witnessing the rise of visionary producers like Sarz and Kiddominant, whose beats have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. Equally impressive are the record labels that […]

2 years ago

Interview: Taves Is Not Your Regular Afrobeats Artist

In recent times, the Nigerian music industry has seen artists pick and run with Afrobeats, extending the reach of the sound that has since gone global. Amid this gravitation to Afrobeats, Taves has remained resolute on his preferred genre; RnB. Unfazed by the influences of Afrobeats. Born Aluko Toluwanimi, Taves embarked on his songwriting journey […]

2 years ago