July 10, 2026

Top 5 Stories of the Day | Ibrahim Chatta Says Insecurity Is Hurting Epic Film Production as Actors Refuse To Come To Oyo

Ibrahim Chatta says insecurity is hurting epic film production as actors refuse to come to Oyo BTS hit with a lawsuit that alleges “Swim” was copied from an… Read More

Top Stories

July 9, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Presidency Knocks Peter Obi Over 2027 Safety Claim Troops Repel ISWAP Attack, Lose Soldier in Borno Funke Akindele: I Sold Cakes, Did Nails, and Even Sold Bed Spaces… Read More

Deep Dive

July 9, 2026

BBN 11: Why Are Nigerians Against This Year’s Show? 

Big Brother Naija has announced the 11th edition of the annual show, and Nigerians are not happy. While Big Brother Naija fans are excited about the new season,… Read More

Reality TV

July 9, 2026

When Talent Isn’t Enough: The African Artist Visa Problem

Mavo was scheduled to perform at Afro Nation Portugal this past weekend. Instead, he missed his performance slot entirely due to administrative visa delays. It is a familiar… Read More

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July 9, 2026

Calister Eneleje Has Been Added To the YNaija Masterlist

Calister Ojonugwa Eneleje, professionally known as Cali Sports, is a popular Nigerian sports journalist and digital creator who travels globally to document and discuss major sporting events, with… Read More

Master List

July 9, 2026

Top 5 Stories of the Day | CBN Says Standard ₦100 Note Remains Legal Tender

CBN says standard ₦100 note remains legal tender DSS confirms detention of journalist Zainab Sodiq over alleged drone permit violation Blaqbonez threatens ₦2.55bn defamation suit against Odumodublvck Bon… Read More

Top Stories

July 8, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Peter Obi: “I Might Not Be Alive to Contest in 2027” ‘Fake’ Agency DG Explains Why He Established Presidential Foreign Intervention Council Guinness World Records Confirms 85-Musician Afrobeats… Read More

The News Blog

July 8, 2026

Remembering The Nollywood Actors Who Died In 2026

2026 has been a sad year in Nollywood, as the industry has had to say goodbye to talented actors who have been lost to death. From Alexx Ekubo… Read More

The Film Blog

July 8, 2026

Olatunde Shobajo Has Been Added To the YNaija Masterlist

Olatunde Shobajo, popularly known as “Valor” of Valor Reviews, is a tech enthusiast who specializes in technology reviews. The digital creator in his 30s specializes in reviewing gadgets,… Read More

Master List

July 8, 2026

Why Nigeria Never Really Has a Movie Season

Hollywood built its summer movie season over decades by deliberately aligning blockbuster releases with school vacations and warm weather, turning cinema-going into a regular cultural ritual. In Nigeria,… Read More

Deep Dive

July 8, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Orders ICPC investigation into Alleged Fake PFIPC in 30 Days

Tinubu orders ICPC investigation into alleged fake PFIPC in 30 days Iran says it targeted U.S. bases in Bahrain and Kuwait with missiles and drones Dangote begins preliminary… Read More

Top Stories

July 7, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

APC Defends Candidate Substitutions After Primaries, Denies Breaking Electoral Law Nollywood Actress Cynthia Anijekwu Reveals Cancer Battle, Appeals for Support Kano Judiciary Retires Sharia Court Judge, Sanctions Others… Read More

The News Blog

July 7, 2026

Ayra Starr May Just Be The Busiest Nigerian Artist; Here’s Why We Think So

Ayra Starr has had a busy year, from announcing her album to appearing at the Global Citizen Festival to releasing a song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup… Read More

The Music Blog

July 7, 2026

Odusote David Has Been Added To the YNaija Masterlist

Odusote David, known to his fans as “PlaywithTomide,” is a Nigerian gamer and streamer who has amassed a sizable fanbase for his entertaining streams. Odusote David is also… Read More

Master List

July 7, 2026

Why Celebrity Feuds Always Seem Bigger Than the Work

Algorithms feed on anger. An online argument between two public figures can hijack the timeline in minutes, completely burying an album or a film that took months to… Read More

Deep Dive

July 7, 2026

Federal Ministry Directs Harmonised Approach to the Regulation of Internet Platforms and Online Intermediaries

The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has directed for regulatory status quo  be maintained on matters relating to the regulation of Internet platforms, online intermediaries… Read More

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