Fresh Out this week features an exciting array of new releases, including cross-country collaborations across Afro-fusion, hip-hop, and more. Top of the list is the Darkoo featuring Ruger single “Solar.” The new single is a refreshing Afrobeats release that brings the duo’s infectious energy for a smooth, high-energy summer anthem. Speaking of collaboration, […]
It’s 2026, and Nigerian voices are still making monumental statements in the global music industry. Last night, the 26th of March, 2026 at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, Nigerian artistes Ayra Starr and Wizkid emerged winners at the 2026 Music Of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards. In one of the event’s highlights, Nigerian […]
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There’s a running joke about Nigerians: push them to the wall and they won’t fight back; they’ll dig a hole in it and try to make it through. Some call it cowardice. Others call it resilience. Many Nigerians know it for what it is: survival in a country where the government rarely shows up. […]
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“Alhamdullahi, praise be to God / No matter your condition, stay close to God.” The grand heights of success a Nigerian superstar experiences is never complete without a grateful heart. And Asake makes this known on his new release featuring DJ Snake, “Worship.” Ahead of his highly anticipated album, M$NEY — a project set […]
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The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologised to Nigerians over ongoing nationwide power outages, acknowledging the hardship caused to households, businesses and industries. Adelabu delivered the apology on Tuesday during a press conference in Abuja, as public frustration continues to grow over erratic electricity supply amid intense dry-season heat. “I want to […]
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On the afternoon of Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area (LGA) of Delta State, a cultural festival became the scene of multiple sexual assaults. Videos circulated on social media showing young women being chased, grabbed, and groped by groups of men. Their clothes were torn. Some were visibly crying. The […]
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Nollywood is one of the largest film industries in the world. It dominates local cinemas, thrives on streaming platforms like Netflix, and exports its stars globally. Yet at the Oscars every year, it still remains invisible. Why is this film industry still missing from the world’s most prestigious film awards despite its acclaimed success? […]
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This week’s new releases follow electrifying cross-continental collaborations led by Asake and DJ Snake. After Asake’s historical performance at the Red Bull Symphonic, the Afrobeats star finally releases the highly anticipated single, “Worship.” Jamaican producer Rvssian joins the conversation as he taps Latino act Rauw Alejandro and Nigerian star Wizkid on “Pongo.” Long-term collaborators […]
For several months now, many Nigerian households have gone days, sometimes an entire week, without electricity. Those lucky enough to get any power at all receive just a few hours daily, often in the dead of night when it is of little use to anyone. This has been the reality since before Christmas Day 2025, […]
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Lagos nightlife is splitting into two sonic worlds: Street-pop and Electronic Dance Music. Mara is what happens when these two worlds collide. This unvarnished, frenetic music emanating from the streets of Lagos is rapidly cementing its place in underground rave culture. And thus, blurring the gap between the streets and the outside world. This […]
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In recent times, the Nigerian music industry has been driven by a new wave of rising artists playing with experimental sounds. Yet Kayode’s new single, “Aimoye”, has proven to be a disruption. After blowing up the music scene with previous hits like “Live Forever” and “Still Figuring Life,” Kayode has made it clear he’s […]
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Every weekday morning, thousands of Lagosians wake up before the sun fully comes out, drag themselves to the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) terminals across the city, and wait for buses to arrive. The BRT system, managed by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), was designed to make commuting predictable and efficient but it has […]
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