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Can we get excited about ‘Americanah’ at this point?
With the announcement of a series-adaption of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 'Americanah' by HBO in September came a lot of skepticism amidst the excitement of everyone's favorite book getting well-deserved screen…
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The arguments are over but the rights of LGBTQ Nigerians are still not taken seriously
The LGBT discourse which made the rounds on Twitter late last week after Feminist, Gender-Equality advocate and award-winning Documentary filmmaker Kiki Mordi tweeted about the absurdity of queer people loving…
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Concerts shouldn’t cost attendees their money and their lives
A typical Lagos music concert has the potential for explosive disorderliness; depending on the artist and the crowd they’re able to command, there is always the tendency of something going…
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We thought the year of ridiculous policies was finally over, but Kano says no
This year saw quite a number of preposterous bills and laws getting proposed and enacted. From the social media bill to the ridiculous allocations made to small administrative offices, our…
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Noble Igwe’s recent tweets will tell you where we are with the patriarchy
In the ever pulsating conversations around gender-equality that happen on social media, domestic responsibilities i.e cooking has been passed around as one of the most primal parts of the conversation.…
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More than we ever thought, domestic workers in Nigeria need stronger protection
About five days ago, a video of a woman pushing a little girl out of a car and going on to slam her frail body on the ground from what…
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Feuds are natural for creatives including female music artistes, and that should be fine
The rivalries and age-long feuds music artists share is a phenomenon sewn into the creative fabric and has an enduring history that transcends genres or our present musical climate. However,…
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Difficult to believe but the federal government is empowering a lawless generation
When the highest branch of authority in the country fails to uphold an elevated standard of order and respect for laws and regulations guiding aberrant actions, what we have are…
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With ‘Glamour Girls,’ is Nollywood finally in the era of remakes?
The allure of remaking any piece of art is to be allowed the chance to view it from wholly refreshing lenses and be able to contribute to the art's importance…
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For Nigerian men, dark humour means trivialising women’s oppression
So here's the thing for many Nigerians (read men) on social media spaces: clout reigns supreme. Nothing else really matters if one isn't able to draw attention to themselves, mine…
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Asa’s ‘Murder In the USA’ might rely on tropes to pass its message, but it is no less powerful for it
Before the release of the video for "Murder in the USA" the song carried an entirely different context from its visual interpretation. The first song on her fourth studio album, Lucid,…
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We can blame the government for many things, but rail line vandalism isn’t one of them
For the average Nigerian, trains still aren't a viable alternative transportation options. Our rail lines are still terrible, and the few places where we have seen progress have been driven…
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Livespot Nation is gunning for top spot in Nigerian entertainment
The Grammy-award winning rapper Cardi B has arrived in Nigeria for her Livespot X Festival happening on Saturday 7, December at Eko Atlantic Energy City, Lagos. Since her arrival, the…
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Google is bringing shopping ads to websites, what does this mean for new media?
In a bid to contribute actively to Nigeria's rapidly growing commercial ecosystem, Google has just launched Shopping ads on Google Search to further improve the quality of consumers' experience with…
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Moradeun’s death could have been avoided if we held our government accountable
To talk about the Nigerian healthcare system is to come to terms with the most importance of our government's incompetence. A negligent civil service means valuable funding for hospitals never…
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SERAP is making lifetime pensions for Nigerian governors & senators a thing of the past
On 26 November, the Zamfara state assembly repealed its pension law. This law, while active, made provisions for the upkeep of former governors and ex-public officers with expenses for this…
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Can new Nollywood learn anything from their YungNollywood?
Old Nollywood movies have found a second life as shorthand for virtual interactions across social media platforms. First generation Nigerian immigrants who moved to the UK and the US were…
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If Governor El-Rufai could do it, then Nigeria should get ready for more women in government
The face of politics in Nigeria has and continues to be male. Brutishly male, older and viciously stagnant. With a significantly minute representation of women in both low and top…
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It’s Basketmouth today but are Nigerian comedians ready to take notes on accountability?
For the Nigerian entertainment industry, accountability is a relatively new concept. The idea that endorsing, promoting and even reaping off certain toxic world views, thoughts, sentiments and opinions could cost…
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Nigeria’s mental health problem runs deeper
On November 11, the Human Rights Watch published a mental health report, from an on-the-ground investigation that began in August 2018. The report focuses on the gross dehumanization of mental…
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The BBC is leading a new path in African music history and we are here for it
For the longest time, the African music scene has been of dazzling fascination to the outside gaze. However, it has remained amongst many things for us, a means to outperform…
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Shady, exciting; the latest episode of Rubbin’ Minds Plus reviewing the fashion at TFAA 2019 is a must-watch
In this new episode of Rubbin’ Minds Plus, YouTuber and red carpet host for The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) 2019 Gaffy and show host Desmond Ekunwe, talk about their most…
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The Nigerian Police seem to have gotten a new memo and we are worried
Every now and then, a new police brutality story emerges. But every day, the fear of its depth and gore expands. A fear grounded in an unchanging pattern of abuse…
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie honoured with UN Global Leadership Award
The multi award-winning author, speaker, fashion and feminist icon, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, on November 20, received a Global Leadership award from the United Nations Foundation. She is the first Nigerian,…
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Nigeria still has a lot to do in fighting against gender-based violence
Today is the International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women. It is a day the United Nations has set apart, to help raise awareness around the prevalence of gender-based…
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Burna Boy, 2face, Tiwa Savage, Joe Boy and others honoured at AFRIMA
The 6th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), hosted by Nigeria for the fifth time, was held on Saturday at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. One of the…
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Why does the Nigerian Senate really want to clamp down on Social Media?
The Nigerian government continues to actively try to stifle public opinion. In a bill titled Protection from Internet Falsehood and Manipulation, which has passed its second reading with an ostensible…
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Banky W might have a new album for us!
Over the years, Banky W (Olubankole Wellington) has proven to be a man of many talents, capabilities and aspirations. His 17-year career began with him starting the E.M.E record label…
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Why we shouldn’t stop talking about Nigeria’s culture of electoral violence
The brutal murder of Acheju Abuh, the Kogi PDP women leader. Numerous cases of bribery and attack of INEC officials. Destruction and looting of ballot boxes. All these happened again…
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This is why Burna Boy will win a Grammy
Burna Boy has had a terrific year. Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu - his government name - made a cosmic comeback with his 2018 album “Outside” under the Bad Habit/Atlantic Records and…
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