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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
Nigerian photographer and storyteller Sope Adelaja has been committed to documenting visual art and film for six years. His work cuts through Africa’s rich and diverse cultures, with the goal of being a catalyst for change deeply-rooted in cultural practices across the globe. Through the photojournalism series “Festival Grounds”, he captures incredible moments and impeccable […]
2 years ago
Nigerian photographer and storyteller Sope Adelaja has been committed to documenting visual art and film for six years. His work cuts through Africa’s rich and diverse cultures, with the goal of being a catalyst for change deeply-rooted in cultural practices across the globe. Through the photojournalism series “Festival Grounds”, he captures incredible moments and brings […]
2 years ago
German liquor brand, Jägermeister has teamed up with Santa Cruz, the legendary American skateboard company, for an electrifying collaboration that fuses style and authenticity. Tracing its roots 80 years back to the visionary Curt Mast, Jäegermeister is a premium herbal liqueur of global renown. In an exclusive fusion, Jäegermeister has joined forces with Santa Cruz […]
2 years ago
The well-known Single-Malt Scottish whisky brand Monkey Shoulder has teamed up with Gilles Peterson and Worldwide FM, a well-known internet radio station, to launch Studio Monkey Shoulder. The program seeks to provide grants of up to 100 million naira in incentives and sponsorship to grassroots music communities in Nigeria, the UK, the US, Taiwan, and […]
2 years ago
Nigerian chess champion Tunde Onakoya set a new world record on Saturday April 20 for the longest chess marathon, surpassing his initial 58-hour mark and hitting 60 hours eventually. Onakoya broke the record of 56 hours, 9 minutes and 37 seconds held by Norwegians Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad on November 11, 2018. He […]
2 years ago
Against the backdrop of a patriarchal, oppressive society that denies self-expression and condemns homosexuality, a young boy grapples with the truth of his authentic self. Nigerian writer Chukwuebuka Ibeh’s debut novel, Blessings, takes readers on a moving journey through the struggles of a young protagonist, Obiefuna, as he navigates the complexities of identity, societal expectations, […]
2 years ago
Nigerian chess champion, coach and founder of ‘Chess In Slums Africa’, Tunde Onakoya, has set out on an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon without a loss. The attempt commenced at 10am in the heart of Times Square New York City from today, Wednesday April 17, 2024. Tunde Onakoya […]
2 years ago
Femme Fest, the flagship live event by Femme Africa, stands as an annual celebration of women, striving to empower, educate, and entertain young African women. Held at the popular coastside venue, SOL Oniru, this event will accommodate over three thousand women and promises an immersive experience spotlighting the artistic expression of women in culture. Building […]
2 years ago
