If you’re even moderately active on the social media platform called X, otherwise known as Twitter, you’d attest to the fact that for a while now the platform has felt different; more volatile; a mound of dry tinder ever poised to burst into flames. The platform has always had the reputation of functioning as a […]
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As we look back on the previous year’s releases, debuts, and industry-defining moments in Nigerian Film, it’s time we look forward and embrace what this year might hold for Nigerian Film. Here’s what and who to keep an eye on as the year continues to take shape. I do not come to you by chance […]
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Two brothers on a mission to reshape how African stories are shared with the world.
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Very few things in popular culture are as exhilarating as a properly executed crossover episode. Anyone who grew up watching the American Television channel Nickelodeon would recall the tide of excitement that followed Jimmy Neutron and the Odd Fairies crisscrossing their respective universes in a succession of episodes. A more familiar example would be the […]
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For nearly a decade, OneRadio has provided users with seamless access to music, radio, and live events across the globe. Founded in 2016 by Prudence Okoilu, the platform was created to bridge the gap between local radio stations and their global audience, ensuring that people at home or in the diaspora could stay connected to […]
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Nigerian music has reached a monumental financial milestone, with royalties generated by Nigerian artists on Spotify alone exceeding ₦58 billion in 2024—more than double the figure from 2023 and five times greater than 2022. This staggering figure headlines Spotify’s 2024 Loud & Clear report released today. The report also reveals that the number of Nigerian […]
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MultiChoice, a leading entertainment powerhouse in Africa, announced an increase in the prices of its DStv and GOtv subscription packages, effective March 1, 2025. The company attributes this adjustment to “prevalent economic factors,” making it the second price hike in less than a year. Under the new pricing structure, DStv Premium subscribers will now pay […]
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Nigerian music isn’t just a local force anymore, it’s a global takeover. Spotify’s 2025 Global Impact List shows just how far Nigerian music and artists have come, with Ayra Starr leading the way. This list celebrates the 30 Nigerian songs that have connected most powerfully with international audiences this year, highlighting the country’s ever-growing influence […]
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As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms industries, innovators are racing to make their mark. During an internal project, Temiloluwa Babalola noticed a critical flaw—existing speech models struggled with African languages and accents. Determined to change this, he launched Spitch in 2023, an AI-powered speech model designed to bridge this gap and ensure African voices are accurately […]
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A new partnership for creators to leverage.
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In the past decade, the rise of African startups has been nothing short of remarkable, With innovative businesses springing up across the continent, the African startup ecosystem appeared poised for exponential growth. However, recent reports indicate a noticeable decline in investment in 2024, leading many to question the reasons behind this shift. With a […]
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One of the great tragedies of Nigeria is that the country is never not late to catch up on technological trends and developments. This is largely due to widespread bad governance, a system of stifling bureaucracy, old, doddering leaders, and a festering education system. The private sector, especially the country’s tech ecosystem, has sought to […]
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With the mass departure to other countries, remittances have become a boost to families and economies. In 2023, inflows exceeded $669 billion, accounting for substantial portions of the GDP of most countries in Africa and often surpassing foreign direct investment as the primary source of foreign exchange. Nigerian-London-based fintech LemFi is simplifying the ways immigrants […]
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