Anthony Azekwoh grew up as a child in love with stories — reading them, writing them, and losing himself in the worlds they created. At Covenant University, Anthony pushed back against what he experienced as a restrictive environment. Then, in December 2016, an unexpected setback changed everything: his laptop broke. Searching for a new outlet, […]
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Conversely, in mainstream Nollywood, there exist two categories of filmmakers : the ones that make films for intellectuals and for the unthinking masses. There’s a pretension among members of both groups that they are different.
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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?
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Wizkid: Long Live Lagos is an immersive documentary that offers an intimate look into the life of 35-year-old Nigerian pop star Wizkid, while also situating his superstardom within a much larger political, social, and cultural framework. Rather than limiting itself to presenting a portrait of a star, the film makes a valiant attempt at explaining […]
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If you can cook, you’re already halfway there. According to new research commissioned by Knorr, 88% of Gen Z singles in Nigeria say they find people who enjoy cooking more attractive — ranking it above flashy cars and even gym bodies. In the middle of swipe culture and perfectly curated dating profiles, it turns out […]
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Tensions spilled from the chambers of Nigeria’s National Assembly to the streets of Abuja on Tuesday, as opposition lawmakers staged a walkout during a heated plenary session while protesters outside the complex demanded stronger safeguards for the 2027 general elections. At the centre of the storm is the proposed Electoral Act Amendment Bill, which critics […]
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Olive Nwosu is an award-winning Lagos-born and London-based screenwriter and director. In 2019, Troublemaker, her short film featuring non-actors, became the first Igbo-language film to be featured on the Criterion Channel. Two years later, she made Egúngún (Masquerade) which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and screened at Sundance Film Festival in 2022. […]
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Zimbabwean director and producer, Tapiwa Chipfupa and her film initiative Audiovisual Entrepreneurs Laboratory (AVEL) have been awarded the coveted Berlinale Talents Mastercard Enablement Programme. Lesotho-based filmmaker, Phillip Leteka, with Majoaneng, his film initiative, returned to Berlinale as one of the returning alumni of the enablement programme. Chipfupa’s AVEL is a yearly personal and professional development […]
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Conversely, in mainstream Nollywood, there exist two categories of filmmakers : the ones that make films for intellectuals and for the unthinking masses. There’s a pretension among members of both groups that they are different.
1 day ago
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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
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
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 cinematographer, producer and director, Nora Awolowo. When Nora Awolowo joins the late-evening Google Meet call, she is only just settling down […]
2 months ago
In Nigeria, a job offer can feel like salvation, a golden ticket out of financial instability, a symbol of dignity, or proof that hard work finally counts for something. But sometimes, that ticket burns before it’s cashed. The email doesn’t come. The call never follows. The role disappears into silence, or worse, goes to someone […]
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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 film score composer and sound designer, Tolu Obanro. Born in Kwara State, Tolu Obanro spent his formative years between Lokoja, Kogi […]
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Conversely, in mainstream Nollywood, there exist two categories of filmmakers : the ones that make films for intellectuals and for the unthinking masses. There’s a pretension among members of both groups that they are different.
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Olive Nwosu is an award-winning Lagos-born and London-based screenwriter and director. In 2019, Troublemaker, her short film featuring non-actors, became the first Igbo-language film to be featured on the Criterion Channel. Two years later, she made Egúngún (Masquerade) which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and screened at Sundance Film Festival in 2022. […]
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Zimbabwean director and producer, Tapiwa Chipfupa and her film initiative Audiovisual Entrepreneurs Laboratory (AVEL) have been awarded the coveted Berlinale Talents Mastercard Enablement Programme. Lesotho-based filmmaker, Phillip Leteka, with Majoaneng, his film initiative, returned to Berlinale as one of the returning alumni of the enablement programme. Chipfupa’s AVEL is a yearly personal and professional development […]
1 day ago
Conversely, in mainstream Nollywood, there exist two categories of filmmakers : the ones that make films for intellectuals and for the unthinking masses. There’s a pretension among members of both groups that they are different.
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Nigerian director, C.J. ‘Fiery’ Obasi has been tapped to direct A Blue Butterfly – a psychological drama led by Steve Toussaint and Sanaa Lathan and produced by UK outfit Boudica Entertainment. The film follows Sentwali, a limo driver consumed by his past, whose only human connection is Joseph, a Holocaust survivor who understands the weight […]
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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
Nigerian actress and singer Osas Okonyon teams up with rising vocalist Abbey Wonder on All My Love,a tender and emotionally charged R&B duet from the original soundtrack of the highly anticipated Nollywood film EVI. Released today alongside its official music video, the single introduces audiences to EVI’s central love story between Dayo and Evi (played […]
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SGaWD is ringing in Valentine’s weekend her way — with TYS/All of Me, a fiery two-pack that proves she can dominate in any lane she chooses. Between the chest-thumping confidence of TYS and the sultry depth of All of Me, she reminds us exactly why she’s one of the most dynamic voices pushing Nigerian rap […]
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Naming a project after yourself is a risk, especially when your name is still finding its way into wider circulation. But TuneWalker doesn’t approach the decision like a gamble. Hakeem, his two-track instrumental release, feels less introductory than a statement of presence. At just under seven minutes, with no vocals and no excess, it leans […]
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Nens’ debut single Storm arrives at a time when the instrumental side of African music is finally getting the attention it deserves. The charts are still dominated by vocalists and hitmakers, of course, but alongside them, a quieter revolution has been unfolding: producers and instrumentalists creating work that exists entirely on its own terms. No […]
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On November 9th, what was supposed to be a quiet, dignified gathering of global stakeholders in art and culture at the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin City became a moment of national embarrassment. A small preview event meant to showcase the progress of the museum’s work — attended by diplomats, art curators, […]
3 months ago
Tensions spilled from the chambers of Nigeria’s National Assembly to the streets of Abuja on Tuesday, as opposition lawmakers staged a walkout during a heated plenary session while protesters outside the complex demanded stronger safeguards for the 2027 general elections. At the centre of the storm is the proposed Electoral Act Amendment Bill, which critics […]
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Three South Africans have been charged with murder following the killing of 22-year-old Nigerian e-hailing driver Isaac Satlat, after dashcam footage of the attack circulated widely on social media and sparked public outrage. The suspects — Dikeledi Mphela, 24; Goitsione Machidi, 25; and McClaren Mushwana, 30 — appeared briefly before the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on […]
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The Nigerian Senate has reversed its earlier position on electronic result transmission following an emergency plenary session held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. In response to sustained public pressure, lawmakers re-amended the Electoral Act to accommodate the electronic transmission of election results. The new provision, however, does not make the process mandatory. Where internet connectivity […]
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Officers of the Nigerian police fired tear gas on Wednesday to disperse protesters in Lagos demonstrating against the demolition of homes in the Makoko waterfront community, leaving at least one person injured and reigniting concerns over the handling of urban development and public dissent in the country’s commercial capital. The protest, which drew hundreds of […]
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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 and their […]
9 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 and their […]
9 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 and their […]
10 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 […]
1 year 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 […]
1 year ago
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Aging gracefully with smart tech assistance is a very real possibility today. Even basic smartphones come with advanced features that can help you stay on track with personal medical conditions, and then there are advanced features for maximizing health. From voice-activated smart devices to video doorbells for safety, here are some examples, Fall Detection Smart […]
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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 […]
1 year ago
Aging gracefully with smart tech assistance is a very real possibility today. Even basic smartphones come with advanced features that can help you stay on track with personal medical conditions, and then there are advanced features for maximizing health. From voice-activated smart devices to video doorbells for safety, here are some examples, Fall Detection Smart […]
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Stories from Our Home is a new pilot initiative bringing together Google, Slum2School Africa, and comedian and creator Samuel Animashaun Perry, popularly known as Broda Shaggi, with a simple but ambitious goal: to place culturally grounded learning materials into the hands of nursery school pupils in underserved Lagos communities. Powered by Google’s Gemini and published […]
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Good.Online, a curated digital marketplace for verified Nigerian creators, officially launched on December 16, 2025, with a coordinated social media campaign that saw over 200 partners simultaneously post across Instagram feeds. The platform, which emerged from the Good Village community at Good Beach, addresses a persistent challenge in Nigeria’s creative economy: exceptional products remain scattered […]
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