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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

12 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

Jameson’s 12 Days of Christmas: Gather ‘Round the Iconic Jameson Tree

This festive season, Jameson Irish Whiskey invites you to the ultimate celebration – where good vibes, great company, smooth cocktails, and creativity come together in perfect harmony. From December 21st, 2024 to January 1st, 2025, join us at Ikeja City Mall for 12 Days of Christmas with Jameson; a series of unforgettable experiences all centered […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

“Lísàbí: A Legend Is Born” Feels Like A Dawdling Effort

Stories that are based on cultural history will always find an audience. For sheer nostalgia or a sense of belonging, the modern world craves a place in the past; and that’s always achievable through ties with historical film productions. Both parts of Lísàbí pay their dues to the historical figure, a leader that is crucial […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 years ago

A Former Banker Is Giving Self-Published African Authors A Voice

Conrad Onyango, bird story agency By rights, Abdullahi Bulle should be in a banking hall making financial transactions and providing financial advice to banking clients. Instead, he’s seated at his desk at Nuria Books, in Nairobi’s Central Business District, advising would-be authors and book buyers, many of whom are buying Nuria’s books online, for […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

My Life In Nollywood: John Chizoba Vincent

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 independent filmmaker, cinematographer and screenwriter, John Chizoba Vincent. John Chizoba Vincent’s first love was music. As a child growing up in […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 years ago

Ghana Amplifies Africa’s Visa-free Push As Continental Integration Efforts Grow

Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Ghana’s introduction of visa-free travel for all African passport holders is the latest shot in the arm for Africa’s push toward seamless cross-border travel and trade integration. According to Henry Osabutey, a Ghanaian human rights, peace and conflict scholar and a Global Goodwill Ambassador of the SDGs by the Global […]

Culture Custodian Editorial Team

2 years ago

“King of Boys” 3: What More Can Kemi Adetiba Offer?

The King of Boys (KOB) franchise will return in December this year for its third installment, King of Boys: The Beginning of the End. A social media post from the award-winning filmmaker Kemi Adetiba, revealed a video call with Sola Sobowale, the lead actress of the series, teasing a reunion. KOB was first released in […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 years ago

Femi Adebayo Completes An Epic Cinema Hat-trick In “Seven Doors”

For three years, Femi Adebayo and his production company Euphoria 360 have been on the top of their game. It began with King of Thieves (Ageshinkole) in 2022, a narrative built around a deity-like traditional scoundrel and bandit that is demystified as the karma of an age-old communal mischief. King of Thieves began showing in […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 years ago

Finding and Cutting the Rhythm of Lagos: Martini Akande’s Editing of Christmas in Lagos

Martini Akande is no stranger to capturing the rhythm and ecological essence of a city through his virtuosic editing and assembling of footage and images. Think back to 2018 when he edited Taiwo Egunjobi’s In Ibadan, a romantic gesture to both editor and director’s city of birth. Intimately aware of the supposedly lukewarm rhythm of […]

Adedamola Adedayo

2 years ago