Straffitti’s “Personally” is the kind of track that shows just how layered an artist can be when they’re truly in command of their craft. Born Olawale Olukolade, Straffitti is a multidisciplinary creative force in Nigeria’s entertainment scene, wearing many hats as a rapper, graphic designer, photographer, and fashion designer. Strutting as an all-round creative, his […]
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Body positivity is a movement that promises to liberate us from the oppressive shackles of beauty standards. It asserts that all people deserve a positive body image, regardless of how society and popular culture view ideal shape, size, and appearance. Has this feel-good movement really been doing what it claims, or has it morphed into […]
Boyfriend Music Ltd., a new player in the music industry, has officially opened its doors in Lagos, Nigeria, aiming to redefine music management and publishing. Not content with just a local impact, Boyfriend Music Ltd. has expanded internationally with the creation of Boyfrnd Music LLC in the United States, broadening its reach and influence. The […]
Few television shows have etched themselves into the collective consciousness as deeply as Sex and the City. Premiering in 1998, the series which explores the lives of four women navigating their careers, relationships, and identities in Manhattan was something entirely new, giving voice to experiences that had often been relegated to the margins. Fast forward […]
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School did little to ease my anxiety or answer my questions about sex, leaving me pretty clueless. We all knew the basics, sure — don’t get pregnant, and use protection — but beyond that? Silence. And in that silence, many of us were left to figure things out on our own, often through trial and […]
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The fashion world is a perpetual mirror, reflecting societal shifts and cultural zeitgeists. For decades, the sight of underwear peeking out from beneath an outfit was a wardrobe malfunction, a sign of carelessness. In places like Africa, where traditional values and cultural norms often hold sway, the sight of underwear peeking out could be met […]
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Niyi Okeowo and Thompson Ekong (TSE) are reimagining the contours of contemporary art and what it means to be African visual creatives in the 21st century. Niyi Okeowo sits comfortably in the space he has carved out for himself in the Nigerian creative scene — not specifically as an artist but as a designer. For […]
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Official distributors and producers FilmOne Entertainment, have released a teaser for the upcoming Nigerian movie, Farmer’s Bride. The short clip released on August 21, 2024, gives a snippet of the lead actors Femi Branch and Gbubemi Ejeye. The Farmer and his Bride are coming hot to our cinemas 🔥🔥 Watch out for this electrifying […]
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This week’s music releases are packed with standout singles and album reissues, making it a good time to update your playlist. Omah Lay shakes things up with “Moving,” — a bold sonic shift that has us curious to see if it hits as hard as his previous releases. ODUMODUBLVCK and Shallipopi return with “Juju,” […]
Netflix confirms the acquisition of the brand new Indigenous feature Lisabi, with the release of behind-the-scene images. The story, which is set in the 18th-century Oyo Empire spotlights an Egba farmer, who ignites a rebellion against the oppressive Oyo Empire. He leveraged the collective power of his fellow farmers and enigmatic abilities. His defiance, […]
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Jeriq has become one of the few important voices in Nigeria’s contemporary rap scene. Since his breakout in 2020 with the EP Hood Boy Dreams, the world has been paying attention to the indigenous rapper. In his latest album, King, Jeriq positions himself as both a leader and a survivor. And “Rands on Rands”, the […]
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Patta rings in the first year of its Lagos store with a special collaboration honoring Nigerian music legend Seun Kuti and the fierce Afrobeat scene in Nigeria. Following their Fall/Winter 2024 team-up with 88ZN, the Amsterdam-based streetwear brand, now with a strong Lagos presence, partners with Seun Kuti for a limited-edition graphic tee that will be released […]
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