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 […]
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After a remarkable 2023 that saw our recommended reads soar, including Pemi Aguda’s National Book Award-nominated Ghostroots, Aiwanose Odafen’s haunting We Were Girls Once, Foluso Agbaje’s riveting The Parlor Wife, and Chukwuebuka Ibeh’s masterful debut Blessings. We’re back to forecast another extraordinary year in Nigerian literature. Our 2024 selection showcases both emerging voices and established […]
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As we roll into the new year, there are bubbling trends and emerging patterns that might break out in 2025. With new albums expected from the other big two—Davido and Burna Boy—and global touring routes expected to resume for the other stars of the genre, there might be a global renaissance for the genre.
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Epochal cultural moments are rarely, if ever, grasped or appreciated in the moment. Instead, we drift about, swirling in underappreciation for what we believe to be mundane, completely failing to register the magnetism of the moment. Only in retrospect, the elucidating quality of time having brought the magic of that era into focus, do we […]
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By Patrick Ezema, Chibuzo Emmanuel, Damilola Oyeleke, Shalom Tewobola and Alex Omenye Another year has come and, save for a few days, gone, and we’ve been introduced to another glut of albums released from the stables of Nigerian artists. A year that started out slow for Nigerian music—prompting discussions from fans and thinkpieces from critics […]
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The Nigerian literary and film community on X (formerly Twitter) erupted yesterday. It wasn’t over political or music debates but in response to the casting announcement for the adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s Children of Blood and Bone. What was meant to celebrate African storytelling instead ignited debates about Hollywood’s disregard for Nollywood talent, accusations of […]
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The Nigerian literary and film community on X (formerly Twitter) erupted yesterday. It wasn’t over political or music debates but in response to the casting announcement for the adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s Children of Blood and Bone. What was meant to celebrate African storytelling instead ignited debates about Hollywood’s disregard for Nollywood talent, accusations of […]
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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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The synergy between culture, entertainment, and excellence found its perfect expression last December at Flytime Fest 2024 and Martell joined forces to deliver an unforgettable four-day music experience in Lagos.
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Lagos is gearing up to host the inaugural World Boxing Council (WBC) African Boxing Union (ABU) Amateur Boxing Championship, an event that will bring together 50 talented boxers from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Nigeria. Scheduled to take place from February 6 to 8, 2025, at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Indoor Sports Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, this […]
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Every week, Culture Custodian grants you an all-access backstage pass into the lives of Nollywood professionals. You get to hear their fascinating background, their behind-the-scenes stories, and more. This week’s edition features actor and filmmaker, Bolaji Ogunmola. NollyTube, a nonce for the sub-industry of Nollywood productions hosted on YouTube, is navigated by different mainstream and […]
3 days ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
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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 […]
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From starring in the short film that became Guy Ritchie’s breakout feature to becoming a mainstay in Nollywood, Wale Ojo details the behind the scenes to becoming a rockstar in the movie industry.
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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 media executive, talent manager, film marketing strategist and executive producer, Mautin Olorunleke Tairu. For over a decade, Mautin Tairu has been […]
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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 […]
3 days ago
The Nigerian literary and film community on X (formerly Twitter) erupted yesterday. It wasn’t over political or music debates but in response to the casting announcement for the adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s Children of Blood and Bone. What was meant to celebrate African storytelling instead ignited debates about Hollywood’s disregard for Nollywood talent, accusations of […]
3 hours ago
White House Productions has announced that esteemed Nigerian singer and songwriter Adekunle Gold is joining the brain trust behind its forthcoming documentary “The Odyssey”, which will trace the history and evolution of different subcultures within the music, including Were, Sakara, Apala, Juju, AfroJuju, and Fuji, among many others. Executive Producer Bobo Omotayo heads the documentary’s […]
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Haitian filmmaker Raoul Peck’s latest documentary Ernest Cole: Lost and Found will be screened at the 56th edition of Visions du Réel documentary festival in Switzerland, scheduled for 4th – 13th April, 2025. The filmmaker will be welcomed as a Guest Of Honor at the Swiss festival where he will deliver a masterclass and present […]
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Nigerian filmmaker Samson Afolabi-Johnson, the technical director of award-winning soap opera Tinsel, is set to release a political thriller The Presidency in the Nigerian cinemas from 21st February, 2025. The gripping film explores themes such as political ambition, greed and insecurity, giving rise to an atmosphere full of suspense, drama and patriotism. Distributed by film […]
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Fast-rising Nigerian singer-songwriter Uchechi Emelonye has officially announced a new professional name: ‘Chechii’. Known for her soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, the artist revealed that the name change reflects her artistic evolution and personal growth as an artist. Chechii, whose music has captivated audiences with hits like Underwater, and Foolish, shared that the name change […]
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Last weekend a four word quote tweet—“11 years upcoming btw”—revived the now tired conversation around Alté’s slump in renown. The brusque tweet was in response to a set of pictures Cruel Santino had posted. In the pictures, he can be seen posing with his friends at Rahman Jago’s High Fashion store. Yesterday, influencer and culture […]
2 days ago
Epochal cultural moments are rarely, if ever, grasped or appreciated in the moment. Instead, we drift about, swirling in underappreciation for what we believe to be mundane, completely failing to register the magnetism of the moment. Only in retrospect, the elucidating quality of time having brought the magic of that era into focus, do we […]
1 week ago
Fast-rising Nigerian singer-songwriter Uchechi Emelonye has officially announced a new professional name: ‘Chechii’. Known for her soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, the artist revealed that the name change reflects her artistic evolution and personal growth as an artist. Chechii, whose music has captivated audiences with hits like Underwater, and Foolish, shared that the name change […]
1 day ago
White House Productions has announced that esteemed Nigerian singer and songwriter Adekunle Gold is joining the brain trust behind its forthcoming documentary “The Odyssey”, which will trace the history and evolution of different subcultures within the music, including Were, Sakara, Apala, Juju, AfroJuju, and Fuji, among many others. Executive Producer Bobo Omotayo heads the documentary’s […]
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Nigerian Christian Leaders Reflect a New Era of Faith at Trump’s Inauguration, having evolved from a colonial import to a global force.
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A former finance minister of Mozambique, Manuel Chang, has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison after being found guilty of facilitating a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme involving $2 billion in loans secured by the government without authorization. These loans, intended for maritime security and tuna fishing projects, nearly brought the country’s economy […]
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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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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved a 50% tariff increase for telecom services, the first in nearly 11 years. Once implemented, Nigerians will see call rates rise from ₦11 to ₦16.5 per minute, SMS costs increase from ₦4 to ₦6, and one gigabyte of data climb to ₦431.25. The path to this tariff adjustment […]
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Nigerian Christian Leaders Reflect a New Era of Faith at Trump’s Inauguration, having evolved from a colonial import to a global force.
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Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
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Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
2 months ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
2 months ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
2 months ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
2 months ago
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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 […]
3 days ago
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 […]
4 hours ago
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 […]
1 day ago
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 […]
3 days ago
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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