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In February, Women In Music (WIM) wrote a love letter to the Nigerian music industry. The non-profit organization launched its Nigerian chapter, which intends to cater to Nigerian female musicians and creatives. In line with its overarching mission, the newly launched chapter wants to provide up-and-coming Nigerian musicians and creatives a supportive network, visibility for […]
3 years ago
At Waterside, Lekki, an unforgettable night of music and culture unfolded as Monkey Shoulder and Worldwide FM came together to celebrate Jazzhole and its contribution to Nigeria’s rich music scene. The event, part of the global Studio Monkey Shoulder initiative, paid tribute to Jazzhole’s 30-year legacy and its role in preserving Nigeria’s vibrant music traditions. […]
2 days ago
Two weeks ago, Wizkid took his most significant step thus far towards the release of his next album, Morayo: a teaser for a new single, Piece Of My Heart, that features American RnB artist Brent Faiyaz. This offering looks to allow Wizkid to float in the sonic room that he built for his last few […]
2 days ago
In 2023, by way of his fourth studio album Timeless, Davido set in motion a campaign to reaffirm his place as one of the beacons of the Afropop genre. The campaign proved immensely successful. If doubts about his prowess had started to well up in certain corners, Timeless flattened them in one single motion. The […]
6 days ago
In September 2020, Olamilekan “Laycon” Agbeleshe emerged as the last man standing at the fifth season of Big Brother Naija. One would think that Nigeria had gotten a second independence with the loud cheers from streets corners and houses once the announcement was made on the Sunday night eviction show. His 71-day journey in the […]
7 days ago
Fans and critics have hailed Davido’s fourth studio album Timeless . The album has set some records since its release on March 31, becoming the album with the all-time most first-day streams on Spotify Nigeria and Boomplay. With this album Davido has largely reintroduced himself to a music industry he withdrew from last October, a […]
2 years ago
Like his best friend Obalola, Ify also lost his father at a young age and turned to the streets for survival. A gang member by day and local rapper by night, Ify is on the verge of getting a life-changing record deal when he is murdered in the war that engulfs everyone. It is Ify’s […]
2 years ago
Mama Ify plays a pivotal role in Gangs of Lagos. As a single mother, she works as a market woman in the streets of Isale Eko where the movie’s story plays out, and raised her son, Ify, alone after the death of his father at a young age. A loving mother who supports her son […]
2 years ago
Whether you believe in it or not, manifestations have proven to be effective for a number of people, and Nigeria’s creative scene isn’t left out. The popular saying “a closed mouth is a closed destiny” consistently revalidates itself and proves that sometimes you just have to put things you want to happen into the universe. […]
2 years ago
Nigerian born musical innovator, business leader and philanthropist, Mr. Eazy stays busy. As a recording artist, the Nigerian multihyphenate is the voice behind afropop hits Pour Me Water, Skin Tight and Leg Over, as well as groundbreaking collaborations with the likes of Beyoncé and J Balvin, and the creator of Banku Music; a fusion of […]
2 years ago
Gangs of Lagos, the first African Original for Prime Video, is a high-stakes, gritty, and hard-hitting action crime-thriller with an authentic storyline about a group of friends who must navigate destiny while growing up on the bustling streets and neighbourhood of Isale Eko, Lagos. It features elaborate set pieces, action scenes, and engaging dialogue, balanced […]
2 years ago
Best friends Obalola, Gift, and Ify are born and raised in Isale Eko, where politically affiliated gangs rule the streets. Obalola is the son of well-respected former king who was killed by a gun-wielding Eyo Masquerade when Obalola was only a baby. Obalola turns to petty crimes at an early age on the streets of […]
2 years ago
Nicknamed Obirin larin Okunrin (woman amongst men), Gift is used to being one of the boys of Isale Eko and is just as ruthless. When Ify, one of her best friends is killed, Gift will stop at nothing to avenge him. A fierce and supportive friend, Gift is the soul of the group, and a […]
2 years ago
