Cane in overnight bag, Drinking water as skincare routine | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: They’ll ask you for skin routine, you’ll say ‘just drink water’.... Read More

Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

May 26, 2020

Money push or Boyhood dreams: Will Odion Ighalo become the highest paid African footballer ever?

by Ogbeche Ohotuowo Super Eagles Striker, Odion Ighalo is on the path to making great history in football while acquiring personal accolades. Ighalo was playing for the Chinese football club, Shangai Greenland Shenhua before he signed his temporary loan deal with Manchester United, fulfilling his dream as a lifelong supporter of the English club. The... Read More

Blogs

Asamoah Gyan, Aubameyang, didier drogba, manchester united, Mohammed Salah, Odion ighalo, Ole Solskjaer, Samuel Eto'o, seydou keita, Shangai Greenland Shenhua, yaya toure

May 26, 2020

Three core issues the Nigerian government should fix in its crisis communication strategy

Written by Jude Feranmi When I heard that Ayodeji Osowobi, the young lady whose leadership for her organisation – Stand To End Rape led her to deserved prominence, had being discharged after testing positive for coronavirus, I leapt for joy in my heart. It would have been excruciatingly devastating to hear that we lost... Read More

Partners

May 26, 2020

Fayrouz recognizes Usman Shagari, Adama Indimi, Sani Danja, DJ Abba, Deezell and other Northern influencers this Ramadan

The month of Ramadan is special for many reasons, principal among which is the fact that it is pivotal to Muslim faithfuls as a core pillar of their religious tradition. More than that it is recognized worldwide even among the faithful of other religions as the month of sharing that transcends religious and doctrinal differences.... Read More

Partners

Fayrouz Ramadan

May 26, 2020

Universal Music Group announces the launch of Def Jam Africa

Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, today announced the launch of Def Jam Africa, a new label division within the continent dedicated to representing the best hip-hop, Afrobeats and trap talent in Africa. Def Jam Africa will follow the blueprint of the iconic Def Jam Recordings label, which has led and... Read More

Partners

Def Jam Africa, universal music group

May 26, 2020

”I was in a place of sadness”- PR professional Ronke Bamisedun shatters her ”perfect picture” image on latest episode of #WithChude

On the latest episode of #WithChude, PR professional, Ronke Bamisedun sits in a conversation with Chude Jideonwo, Founder of Joy, Inc., as she shatters the perfect image most followers of her career trajectory have come to associate with her name. With two degrees and unrivalled work experience from top-tier international organisations, the 30-year-old founder of... Read More

The Media Blog

PR professional Ronke Bamisedun, PR professional Ronke Bamisedun With Chude

May 26, 2020

INEC approves e-voting as from 2021 | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

INEC has said that Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) will be used for future elections in the country beginning from 2021, however, the forthcoming governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states will run on the existing order. INEC disclosed this in a document released on Monday in Abuja, which was tagged, “Policy on Conducting Elections in... Read More

Top Stories

Coronavirus, Ighalo, INEC, NCDC

May 26, 2020

Playstation 5: Will video gaming become the ‘new normal’ for sports lovers?

by Onakoya Toluwanimi Social media went into a frenzy when Sony released a demo video, earlier this week, displaying sneak peeks of the graphics of the highly anticipated PS5. The latest edition of the Playstation series is projected to be the most powerful gaming console yet. Nigerian men wasted no time in tweeting jokes about great... Read More

Blogs

fifa, microsoft, Playstation 5, Sony, steam

May 25, 2020

Abba Kyari: Secrets fall apart | The #YNaijaCover

President Buhari has reportedly directed his new Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Agboola Gambari, to cancell all appointments and approval by the late Chief of Staff Abba Kyari, who passed away from coronavirus complications last month. Though no reason was given for the President’s alleged action, there are reports that no less than 150 memos without... Read More

Cover Stories, Satire

Abba Kyari, cover, president buhari

May 25, 2020

Burna Boy: Does Cancel Culture really matter in pop culture and how far is too far?

by Ogbeche Ohotuowo When a celebrity or public figure does something that majority of people find offensive, such as making sexist/racist remarks, or when there is an allegation or conviction of crimes such as rape and murder, people carry out a public backlash by cancelling the person, or their work. We now know this action... Read More

Blogs, The Media Blog

Amber Heard, Burna boy, Cancel Culture, Doja Cat, Lana Del Rey, Moyosore Orekoya, R. Kelly

May 25, 2020

Ighalo subscription over, Arewa money | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. Burna Boy will come online,see arewa kids flexing in their... Read More

May 25, 2020

The ‘trial of Cynthia Morgan’ and the lesson worth learning

by Onakoya Toluwanimi Ever been going about your day and you hear someone randomly ask, “What about Cynthia Morgan?” Be it your colleague at the office, your sibling at home, or some random dude on Beyonce’s internet? You’ve probably stopped to ask yourself that as well….“Where is Cynthia Morgan?” On Saturday, as most sudden revelations do,... Read More

Blogs, The Media Blog

Cynthia Morgan, Davido, Engees, German Juice, I'm taken, Joy Tongo, Jude Okoye, Madrina, Mochievous, Moe Odele, Mr P, Northside Entertainment Inc., peter okoye, PSquare, TundeEdnut

May 25, 2020

COVID-19: Medplus founder, Joke Bakare keying into the brave act of giving

A series of increasingly unprecedented events have defined 2020, very few of which anyone could have accurately predicted beforehand. These events and our response to them have changed how we live and ushered in a new, health-focused way of life. This new way of life has exposed the inequalities that exist in our community and... Read More

Partners

Joke Bakare Medplus, Medplus Covid 19

May 25, 2020

10 Sundays gone – why we miss church services the way we do

by Ogbeche Ohotuowo Going to church is an important part of practicing the Christian faith for many people. In Hebrews 10:25, St. Paul advocated that Christians should fellowship together when he said: “And let us consider together how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together,... Read More

Blogs

#SundaySelfies, lockdown, Sunday Fellowship, zoom

May 25, 2020

D’banj, Tara Durotoye, Sangu Delle and Nadine Ibrahim join TFAA in call for Heroes ‘Beating Corona’ in Africa

Ahead of its fifteenth edition, The Future Awards Africa has rolled out an exciting lineup of activities surrounding its iconic award event. TFAA is pioneering a near-complete pivot to virtual platforms in response to global trends accelerated by the Coronavirus pandemic. The Future Awards will be hosting many of the now-familiar beats on its journey... Read More

Extra

adebola williams, D Banj, Nadine Ibrahim, Sangu Delle, Tara, TFAA, The Future Awards Africa

May 25, 2020

Vimbai Mutinhiri and Taymesan Emmanuel announced as Season Hosts for TFAA

Blogs, Extra

‘Beating Corona’, ‘The Convocation’, adebola williams, Beating Corona Heroes & Champions, Chude Jideonwo, Consolidated Media Associates Limited, EbonyLife TV, RED, Taymesan Emmanuel, TFAA, The Future Awards Africa, Vimbai Mutinhiri

May 25, 2020

Gernot Rohr to continue as Super Eagles coach | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has confirmed he has agreed on a new two-and-half-year contract extension with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Gernot Rohr has been in charge of the Super Eagles since 2016 and qualified the team for the 2018 World Cup in Russia with ease. Gernor Rohr also led the three-time African champions... Read More

Top Stories

Gernor Rohr, lagos, NCDC

May 23, 2020

Eidfest Online: Maintaining emotional connectivity in a period of social distancing

As Muslims in Nigeria and all around the world bid farewell to the holy month of Ramadan, they also prepare for the Eid-ul-Fitr festival. The day of the Eid festival is subject to the moon sighting but it is either on Saturday, May 23, or Sunday, May 24. Nigeria and other nations are currently taking... Read More

Extra

Anto, Bizzle Osikoya, Chef Sanni, Eidfest, Eidfest Lagos, Eidfest online, Feezah, Hafsah Dabiri, Hameedah salaudeen, Maram Giwa, Mariam Salam, Maryam Salam, Mory coco, Omololu, Taaoma

May 23, 2020

Naeto C vs MI: Whose music was more influential?

by Ogbeche Ohotuowo Those who love music have been blessed with music battles from their favourite and not-so-favorite musicians and music producers. We have had Teddy Riley vs Babyface; Ludacris vs Nelly, Sarz vs Shizzi, Jill Scott vs Erykah Badu and the one most Nigerians went crazy for – No Signal’s Wizkid vs Vybz Kartel. We’ve... Read More

3 core issues the Nigerian Government should fix in its crisis communication strategy

by Jude Feranmi When I heard that Ayodeji Osowobi, the young lady whose leadership for her organisation – Stand To End Rape led her to deserved prominence, had being discharged after testing positive for coronavirus, I leaped for joy in my heart. It would have been excruciatingly devastating to hear that we lost such a young leader in... Read More

Extra

Ayodeji Osowobi, National Centre for Disease Control, Stand to End Rape, World Economic Forum Global Competitiveness Index

May 23, 2020

Dear Nigerian YouTuber, here’s how to navigate the minefield of music copyright

by Toluwanimi Onakoya The Nigerian YouTube community is increasingly gaining ground and waxing stronger. Members are constantly multiplying even more so in this current climate where people are actively exercising their creative juices. People are also looking to be entertained by established YouTubers such as Dimma Umeh, Sisi Yemmie, and Fisayo Fosudo who are representing Nigerians... Read More

A partnership of the Real Kings: Why itel and Olamide are a perfect fit

It’s easy for anyone to refer to themselves as kings. But not everyone puts in the work and efforts that make them real kings. However, there is a relationship that helps with understanding and appreciating what real kings stand for. It’s the partnership between smartphone giant, itel Mobile, and famous Afro-pop star, Olamide. It is... Read More

Partners

Olamide and itel mobile, Olamide Itel

May 23, 2020

Beyond Music: Fostering friendships amongst children of Nigerian Musicians

by Onakoya Toluwanimi Testing the discipline, honesty, and self-control of their children, several parents have put their kids to the #FruitSnackChallenge going viral on social media. Kids are given their favorite snacks and told not to touch it until their parents or guardians come back. Secretly recorded, children are watched to see if they fail... Read More

The Media Blog

#FruitSnackChallenge, Davido, Imade, Imade Adeleke, Jam Jam, sophia momodu, tee billz, tiwa savage

May 22, 2020

Burna ‘obstructs’ unity vibes for 30BG and WizkidFC | The #YNaijaCover

Lots of reactions have trailed the rather cryptic Instagram posts from Burna Boy, which is believed to be in response to Davido announcing a yet-to-be-titled project due out in June. Also, Davido tweeted an audacious image of him and Wizkid, referring to both of them as the ”greatest of all time.” As such, it galvanised... Read More

Cover Stories, Satire

30BG, Burna boy, Davido, O.B.O, The #YNaijaCover, wizkid, WizkidFC

May 22, 2020

Davido the Legend, Toasting on social media | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. Dj Cuppy, Sina Rambo, B Red, Kach, Dice Ailes are... Read More

May 22, 2020

RED | For Africa unveils Employee Alumni Council

RED | For Africa, the media company to reach and inspire the largest number of Africa’s youth at any time, recently unveiled its Employee Alumni Council, a committee comprising business professionals, thought-leaders, and creative minds who are past employees of the company. Thanking the council for their presence and contribution at the inaugural meeting, Adebola... Read More

Extra

RED | For Africa unveils Employee Alumni Council

May 22, 2020

#RamadanWithMaltina: sharing food, prayers, knowledge, and happiness

To support Nigerians as they deal with the current pandemic, Maltina is sharing happiness through food, prayers, drinks, and other essentials to Muslim families in states hardest hit by the Coronavirus, including Lagos, Abuja, Kano, and Oyo as they celebrate Ramadan. This is in line with the brand’s commitment to share happiness to Nigerians. The... Read More

Partners

Ramadan with Maltina

May 22, 2020

Ravi Zacharias: An important example for the Church in Nigeria

by Ogbeche Ohotuowo My people are ruined because they don’t know what’s right or true. Because you’ve turned your back on knowledge (Hosea 4:6) Christians will remember Ravi Zacharias as a staunch defender of Christianity, a man of tolerance, and a man relentless in his quest for knowledge while proclaiming the gospel of Christ. However, many... Read More

Blogs

Gideon Odoma, Ravi Zacharias

May 22, 2020

The Mbira Instrument: How Google Doodles are amplifying the African voice

by Toluwanimi Onakoya If you’ve ever googled anything, you are most likely aware of the infamous Google doodle. Google is known for its creative and educational doodles; an alteration put in place of the typical Google logo image. The platform draws focus to events, celebrations, historical artifacts, or a personality; displaying unique doodles on its homepage.... Read More

Blogs, Editor's Pick

Google Doodle, The Mbira Instrument

May 22, 2020

Zainab Ahmed says Nigeria is heading towards recession | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

Zainab Ahmed, Minister of Finance, has said that the coronavirus pandemic and falling oil prices are set to force Nigeria’s economy into recession. Zainab Ahmed made this known yesterday, while speaking to state house correspondents shortly after attending the National Economic Summit meeting in Abuja. “On the economy, COVID-19 has resulted in the collapse in... Read More

Cane in overnight bag, Drinking water as skincare routine | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Money push or Boyhood dreams: Will Odion Ighalo become the highest paid African footballer ever?

Three core issues the Nigerian government should fix in its crisis communication strategy

Fayrouz recognizes Usman Shagari, Adama Indimi, Sani Danja, DJ Abba, Deezell and other Northern influencers this Ramadan

Universal Music Group announces the launch of Def Jam Africa

”I was in a place of sadness”- PR professional Ronke Bamisedun shatters her ”perfect picture” image on latest episode of #WithChude

INEC approves e-voting as from 2021 | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

Playstation 5: Will video gaming become the ‘new normal’ for sports lovers?

Abba Kyari: Secrets fall apart | The #YNaijaCover

Burna Boy: Does Cancel Culture really matter in pop culture and how far is too far?

Ighalo subscription over, Arewa money | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

The ‘trial of Cynthia Morgan’ and the lesson worth learning

COVID-19: Medplus founder, Joke Bakare keying into the brave act of giving

10 Sundays gone – why we miss church services the way we do

D’banj, Tara Durotoye, Sangu Delle and Nadine Ibrahim join TFAA in call for Heroes ‘Beating Corona’ in Africa

Vimbai Mutinhiri and Taymesan Emmanuel announced as Season Hosts for TFAA

Gernot Rohr to continue as Super Eagles coach | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

Eidfest Online: Maintaining emotional connectivity in a period of social distancing

Naeto C vs MI: Whose music was more influential?

3 core issues the Nigerian Government should fix in its crisis communication strategy

Dear Nigerian YouTuber, here’s how to navigate the minefield of music copyright

A partnership of the Real Kings: Why itel and Olamide are a perfect fit

Beyond Music: Fostering friendships amongst children of Nigerian Musicians

Burna ‘obstructs’ unity vibes for 30BG and WizkidFC | The #YNaijaCover

Davido the Legend, Toasting on social media | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

RED | For Africa unveils Employee Alumni Council

#RamadanWithMaltina: sharing food, prayers, knowledge, and happiness

Ravi Zacharias: An important example for the Church in Nigeria

The Mbira Instrument: How Google Doodles are amplifying the African voice

Zainab Ahmed says Nigeria is heading towards recession | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

Recent Posts

Categories

Recent Comments

YNaija

Join the Newsletter