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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

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

How Friendship Built Gbemi And Toye’s Love Story

In the 2024 Nigerian romantic comedy-drama Christmas in Lagos, veteran actor Shaffy Bello plays Gbemi, a 59-year-old woman, and Wale Ojo plays her longtime boyfriend, Toye Prince. Gbemi finds herself at a crossroads, torn between her enduring relationship with Toye and the reappearance of her high school sweetheart, Chief Dozie, portrayed by Richard Mofe-Damijo. Gbemi, […]

Alex Omenye

2 years ago

Adekunle Gold and Simi: A Love Story Built on Friendship and Music

In a world of quick romances, Adekunle Gold and Simi remind us that true love is worth the work.

Shalom Tewobola

2 years ago

How Ibrahim Suleiman And Linda Eijiofor’s Love Story Started On Set

Ibrahim Suleiman and Linda Ejiofor are two celebrated figures in the Nigerian entertainment industry, known not only for their talents but also for their inspiring love story. Their love story began on the set of Tinsel, a popular Nigerian television series. Linda had been a long-standing cast member, while Ibrahim joined the show later. Their […]

Alex Omenye

2 years ago

Toni Tone & Taye9ja: A Love Story Written in the Stars

Life has a funny way of bringing people together. For two years, Taye would smile at his phone, reading Toni Tone’s posts. Then one day in 2020, he looked at her page again and his heart skipped. Right when Taye was falling for Toni’s content, she spotted him too. A viral post of his caught […]

Shalom Tewobola

2 years ago

Qing Madi’s Debut Album Interrogates Conflicting Versions of Love

You’d be forgiven if, without listening, going solely off the title, you assumed that Qing Madi’s debut album was about boldly asserting her hegemony. The album’s title, I Am The Blueprint, glides off the tongue like the prelude to a manifesto by a despotic leader, or a brusque boast by a young maverick on the […]

Chibuzo Emmanuel

2 years ago

Afrobeats’ Misogyny Problem Reflects Nigerian Society

Some days ago, a snippet Ruger had posted prompted a maelstrom of public furor. The snippet opens with the lines “If a girl worry me I delete her/ Put her inside the bin bag/ So why won’t she be bitter.” The range of criticisms levied against him have accused him of promoting femicide, a crisis […]

Chibuzo Emmanuel

2 years ago

6 Luxury Experiences Available at Heliconia Park Lagos

Lagos is a city that thrives on luxury, lifestyle, awesome destinations, and everything fun and entertaining. Amidst the hustle and bustle, there’s a growing demand for spaces where people can relax, recharge, and enjoy a touch of luxury while retaining the feeling of home. For those chasing that feeling, the newly launched Heliconia Park Lagos, […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

Knorr’s #UnlockYourGreenFlag Campaign: Where Cooking Meets Connection

Cooking has long been a cherished tradition in Nigerian households, bringing people together over hearty meals and shared experiences. It is a practice that transcends generations, tying people together through the simple yet profound act of sharing food. A recent survey among Nigerians reveals that 85% of singles aged 18-35 view cooking as a major […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

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?

How Friendship Built Gbemi And Toye’s Love Story

Adekunle Gold and Simi: A Love Story Built on Friendship and Music

How Ibrahim Suleiman And Linda Eijiofor’s Love Story Started On Set

Toni Tone & Taye9ja: A Love Story Written in the Stars

Qing Madi’s Debut Album Interrogates Conflicting Versions of Love

Afrobeats’ Misogyny Problem Reflects Nigerian Society

6 Luxury Experiences Available at Heliconia Park Lagos

Knorr’s #UnlockYourGreenFlag Campaign: Where Cooking Meets Connection

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