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Days into 2026, quips about 2026 being the new 2016 began to circulate on social media. In a sense, this gestured at Gen Z’s relentless penchant for nostalgia, a phenomenon that’s as palpable in the music of the day as it is in fashion. It also doubles as a pun, or a meme, if you […]
2 weeks ago
If Nigeria is a country of good people, what does it take to build a great nation? Where does personal virtue end and collective responsibility begin? And what happens when goodness exists in a system that does not reward it?
1 month ago
Afrobeats’ global expansion has opened doors at an unprecedented pace. New artists are stepping onto festival stages, international showcases, and headline slots far earlier in their careers than was once possible. But with that access has come a noticeable erosion of standards — particularly when it comes to live performances. Increasingly, poor showings are being […]
1 month ago
Everyone has a podcast—or is about to launch one. From living rooms to YouTube studios, microphones are plugged in, ring lights are on, and conversations are being recorded at a dizzying pace. Podcasts flit from hot topic to hot topic, with a steady stream of camera ready guests lending instantly viral ‘insight’ to the increasingly […]
7 months ago
Independence was the highlight of Genoveva Umeh’s formative years in Nigeria. The British-Nigerian actress, a recipient of the Best Supporting Actress award at the 2024 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) for her performance in BB Sasore’s Breath of Life, had an upbringing that made her responsible for herself early in life. Her parents, natives […]
2 years ago
Jägermeister, a premium liqueur brand known for promoting creativity and self-expression, is introducing two new ambassadors, Hafsat and Tochi. Jägermeister ambassadors are called Meisters, and they embody the ethos of the brand, which encourages living by individual principles and mastering a craft. Hafsat and Tochi will be joining the tribe of Meisters; a group of […]
2 years ago
Nigeria’s alternative scene’s last gold rush occurred between 2018 and 2019. It embodied a laissez-faire essence that feels difficult to summon now. Alternative artists of the time allowed themselves the license to create without restrictions. From free-floating experiments with contemporary Western sounds to home-facing reconstructions of forgotten Nigerian sounds, nothing was spared in their pursuit […]
2 years ago
Over a decade ago, Show Dem Camp officially marked its presence in the Nigerian music scene, making an artistic statement that laid the groundwork for its cultural dominance. The Juls-produced Feel Alright played a role in elevating their craft to the mainstream and gaining acclaim. Following their 2010 EP Series Clone Wars and debut album […]
2 years ago
Looking from afar, this year in music can be described as a tumultuous year. But closing in reveals a clearer picture, a coming of age for the vibrant panoply of sounds that define the Nigerian soundscape. In 2024, Nigerian music is evolving in real-time. As with every other growth phase, this period of evolution has […]
2 years ago
For decades, family bonding in Nigerian households has been deeply rooted in television time. After a long day, children would eagerly await permission to enter the living room, where the TV would become the center of attention. TV culture in Nigeria has evolved from a source of news and learning opportunities to a way to […]
2 years ago
One early morning in 2023, more than 20,000 fans at the O2 Arena, London, screamed as a helicopter descended from the sky. Many in the screaming horde reached out their hands to touch the man in the helicopter—Asake, one of the world’s most significant musical talents at the time. But before the glittering lights of […]
2 years ago
At the stretch of her musical career, Onyeka Onwenu stands as a towering icon in the Nigerian entertainment industry spanning music, film, journalism, and advocacy. Renowned for her impact and versatility, Onwenu has left an indelible mark at her demise. Her influence is perhaps most vividly felt in her songs. These tracks showcase her artistic […]
2 years ago
