The 2025 Grammy Awards has a strong showing from Nigerian artists, particularly in the newly established “Best African Music Performance” category. Asake and Wizkid’s collaboration on “MMS,” Burna Boy’s “Higher,” Chris Brown’s “Sensational” featuring Davido and Lojay, Tems’ “Love Me JeJe,” and Yemi Alade’s “Tomorrow” have all been nominated in the category. Tems, in […]
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Creating or acting in a film is a challenging task, but when the project carries a powerful message, such as addressing mental health and abuse, the difficulty multiplies. This is precisely what Ted Makunjuola faced with her directorial debut A Night In 2005. She undertook the challenge of crafting a film that authentically portrays the […]
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This week in music, Olamide teams up with American rapper Russ on the “Hello Habibi” remix. Meanwhile, Deela’s Good Girl No Dey Pay EP challenges conventions with a blend of bold lyrics and Afropop rhythms. Fave’s Dutty Love EP explores the intensity of romantic desire through her distinct, soulful voice — a perfect pick for mellowing […]
Fave has been named Spotify’s EQUAL Africa Ambassador for the month of November, celebrating her influence within the African music scene and promoting equity for women in the industry. Fave’s artistry sits at the crossroads of Afrobeats, neo-soul, and a distinctly personal narrative style. Known for her hit track “Baby Riddim,” which catapulted her into […]
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Pa Salieu’s latest track, “Round & Round,” finds the British-Gambian rapper leaning deeper into melodic versatility while still keeping his distinct intensity intact. Produced by Felix Joseph and AoD, the track is a fluid mix of UK rap grit and Afrobeats influences, signaling an evolution in Pa Salieu’s sound. Known for his storytelling and raw […]
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The annual African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) will take place at the AFRIFF hub in Lagos from November 3 to 9, 2024. This year a total of 150 films which include features, shorts, animations and documentaries, will be screened. As Nigeria takes center stage for this festival, here are the 16 Nigerian features selected: […]
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Every Halloween, Nigerians pull out all the stops for costume parties, but we keep seeing the same foreign faces: Velma from Scooby Doo, Halle Berry as Catwoman, The Mask, Spiderman, and of course, Joker. Sure, these characters are iconic, but it’s high time we tapped into our own pop culture goldmine and let Nigerian legends […]
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Award-winning Ghanaian rapper M.anifest has joined forces with Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea and Nigerian highlife duo The Cavemen for his new single, “Puff Puff.” The collaboration began at M.anifest’s festival, Manifestivities, in Accra two years ago, where he connected with The Cavemen. Later, he traveled to Los Angeles to work with Flea, bonding […]
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The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) returns for its 13th year from November 3-9, 2024. It aims to showcase Africa’s cinematic heritage under the theme “Indigenous to Global: Cultural Wealth for Global Prosperity”. This year’s event promises to be a landmark celebration of African storytelling and cultural pride. The festival opens with Headless, a […]
Nigeria’s cultural renaissance has made it a nerve center of global entertainment. This cultural prominence has led to increased visibility, making Nigeria a desirable destination for foreign influencers and celebrities. To simply put, with a globally resonant youth culture that has made Lagos one of the most influential cities in the world, Nigeria has shifted […]
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This week’s releases bring a mix of powerhouse comebacks and boundary-pushing explorations. Davido leads the pack with “Awuke,” his first single of the year, making a bold return to the Afrobeats spotlight. In a different lane, Crayon and Young Jonn link up for “You.” It’s breezy, tapping into Afropop’s feel-good essence with a sound […]
Nigerian filmmaker Mo Abudu is set to make a splash with, her first directorial projects. The psychological short films Iyawo Mi (My Wife) and Her Perfect Life are headed to Apple TV shortly. Mo Abudu made this announcement on her social media page shortly after revealing the commencement of production for Blood Sisters season […]
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