Deep Dive

George Floyd

What we know about George Floyd and why he was assaulted to death

The news of the death of African-American man, George Floyd has sparked up many conversations globally, but this is, however, not the first time an incident like this has caused this much attention on social media. In the wake of his death from the assault and brutality he received from the hands of four racist... Read More

Black Lives Matter, George Floyd, Minneapolis

#IcantBreathe: How the last prayer of an unarmed black man sparked global outrage

It is a scary thought to imagine that the officers who earn a living from the taxes you and other citizens pay to be protected would become a threat to security. For Nigerians, this troubling anomaly originates from a number of influences, none of which even remotely excuses it, but exists no less. The Nigerian... Read More

#AllLivesMatter, #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd, Blacklivesmatter, George Floyd, Minneapolis, Racism

Cynthia Morgan and Jude Okoye

There’s more to the Cynthia Morgan and Jude Okoye gist and it just got juicier

If there is one thing that many can agree to, it’s the fact that the truth will always, find its way out in the end and when that does, Nigerians will always be ready to say one or two things as it concerns the matter. Nigerians on Twitter have reacted in diverse ways to the... Read More

Cynthia Morgan, Jude Okoye, Mr P, peter okoye

Merit or party loyalty: Here’s why #WhoIsAfraidofToniKan is trending

There are a number of political figures whose names we often expect to appear on the news. For these personalities, the topic that brought them to the news is almost irrelevant, no matter how trivial it may seem. Once it is connected to them, it is sure to become a trending topic. In many cases,... Read More

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Nigerians take to Twitter, demand from NCDC answers to COVID-19 puzzles

The Coronavirus by now is something the whole world is familiar with, and whether or not one has had a running with this illness, it can’t be overstated just how much every single person in the world has been affected by the pandemic, from the restriction on schooling, sporting activities and large gatherings to suspension... Read More

America, Coronavirus, Covid-19. Twitter, Influenza, NCDC, nigeria

NCDC COVID

#StopCovidLies: Here’s why Nigerians think they’re being lied to

From the day the first case of the coronavirus was announced in Nigeria, there have been many who are of the opinion that it has all been a lie – the first case, the daily reported figures, the report on the isolation centers, and even the report on the recovered cases. If you’d agree, social... Read More

#StopCovidLies, NCDC

School Resumption In Nigeria

See why everyone is talking about School resumption in Nigeria

With the world gradually coming out of lockdown and getting back to normal, news of school resumption in Nigeria is not something that will go without many dropping one comment or the other. While there has not been any official announcement on the date of resumption in the country, many Nigerian have aired their views... Read More

#BackToSchool, Coronavirus, COVID-19, Education minister, Nigerian schools, School Resumption In Nigeria

#AfricaDay shook the internet today and here’s why

To say the year 2020 has been peculiar so far would be a huge understatement. Since the beginning of the year, we have witnessed some unforeseen mishaps, one of which we find ourselves desperately battling. In spite of everything, there are still those moments that serve as a reminder that humanity has and always will... Read More

addis ababa, africa, Africa Day, Africa Liberation day, Ethiopia, twitter.

Arewa Twitter

Arewa Twitter is trending and there’s a huge note to be taken

One of the things that Nigeria Twitter is very popular for is the random banter and persistent dragging across tribes and while it never goes beyond what it is, these random ‘bants and dragging’ somehow has an impact on how some tribes perceive other tribes. Arewa Twitter is trending and one of the things that... Read More

Arewa Twitter, nigeria twitter, Northerners

Molly

HBO’s Insecure: We’ve captured for you what ‘Molly’ left many talking about

While many TV shows have influenced pop culture across many countries, there are quite a number of these shows that have left fans with characters that are not only remarkable but also influential to certain things as it relates to the show they are watching. HBO’s Insecure which has been running for four seasons now... Read More

HBO, insecure, Issa, Molly

Sultan EidAlFitr

EidAlFitr: Divergent views trail Sultan’s directives on celebration

The EidAlFitr is one celebration that many Islamic Faithful in Nigeria look forward to, following the conclusion of holy month of fasting – Ramadan. Each year, as it appears, there are cases of disparities across countries as it concerns the celebration and the one thing that fuels this is the failure to sight a new... Read More

EidAlFitr, Ramadan, saudi arabia, Sultan of Sokoto

Sack of NECO Registrar provokes argument on ‘usefulness’ of examination body

It’s unfortunate how corruption always manages to find its way into every sector in Nigeria. Practically every tier of government in Nigeria (federal to local) is enmeshed in some degree of corruption, public institutions and even those you would think would uphold certain moral standard; the religious and educational institutions, as well as the most... Read More

Buhari, neco, Prof Uwakwe, twitter., WAEC

Naeto C is Nigeria’s rapper who didn’t share no ‘street hustle’

Among the many things that many Nigerian mainstream rappers have in common is their struggles from grass to grace, from street hustling to mainstream, and while these stories have over the years inspired other up and coming artists, few rappers share close to none of that story. One Nigerian rapper who you could say didn’t... Read More

Mi, mi abaga, Naeto C, Vector

#BHTMustEnd: Nigerians on Twitter rally behind troops to end terrorism

Once upon a time, ‘war on terrorism’ was a phrase synonymous with foreign media only. Extremist groups taking up arms, to fight for whatever course they believe in were stories we often watched on CNN or read in the foreign sections of the newspaper, but fast forward to the present where war on terrorism has... Read More

#BHTmustend, #BokoHaram, Chibok girls. UN building, Nigerian troops, twitter.

Deep Dive: Is Seyi Shay a victim of cyber assault or it’s just one good story?

Over the years, many people, celebrities and everyday people alike have been victims of cyber assault, and often times when that happens, victims are sometimes seen as the architect of the whole situation. With celebrities, there would be those who would assume that the celebrities may have done it for attention and there would be... Read More

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North

The KadunaVsKano war on Twitter is what happens when the center cannot hold

Nigeria Twitter is very popular for its ‘dragging’, a phenomenon where a selected group of people target another group for humiliation. Anything can trigger these feuds and sometimes the randomness of the points made in the Twitter-wars are often refreshing and hilarious to read. In a new trend on Twitter, two giant Northern states are... Read More

Kaduna State, KadunaVsKano, Kano State, Khloe Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian

Aramide

Who is Aramide and why are Nigerians trying to #GetAramideToHarvard

Among the many things that Nigeria Twitter is, the sense of a community that comes through for members is one of them. There have been many situations where people come through on many levels for members who have expressed one need or help on the platform. This is the same thing with Aramide, a Twitter... Read More

#GetAramideToHarvard, Aramide

Tems

Tems latest bop, ‘These Days’ is an ode to her ‘Rebel Gang’ and we love it

One of the most promising Nigerian singers right now is undoubtedly Tems. With her melancholic sounds that place fans in a mix of mystery and calmness, the singer is one name on many lips in Nigeria, especially in the alternative music scene. The singer who has not had another single project since Try Me has now... Read More

Rebel Gang, Tems, These Days

NCDC COVID

All there’s to know about NCDC, Nigerians, and #EndCovidScamNow currently trending

Nigerians on Twitter have called out the NCDC over the ever-rising figures on the COVID-19 ‘confirmed cases’ in Nigeria. In a new Twitter trend, #EndCovidScamNow, Nigerians have pointed out that there may be much foul play as it concerns the coronavirus in Nigeria. While many people are very conscious about this deadly disease, a host... Read More

COVID-19, EndCovidScamNow, NCDC, nigeria

Sansa and Tife

Here’s the tea on why ‘Sansa’ is trending, and it’s not even GOT

Among the many things the streets of Nigeria Twitter is famous for, the culture of dragging parties as it concerns a lot of things is just one of them. From country wars to tribal wars, to relationships gone sour and social injustices, Nigeria Twitter streets has become more than just a place to drop texts.... Read More

nigeria twitter, Sansa, tife

Twitter users go head-to-head over tweet on ‘anxiety’

I saw a viral tweet about someone getting anxiety over phonecalls, and another about anxiety over texting. Life is so good that banal things like texts and calls give people a reason to be anxious. 😒 We're truly living in the best days. — Chairman AW (@AffiSupaStar) May 17, 2020 This was the tweet that... Read More

Affi, AIDS, anxiety, Coronavirus, hiv, twitter.

Is #Zeecha2020 the BBNaija reunion we’ve not heard about or it’s another stunt?

Barely a year after the conclusion of the Big Brother Naija season four – Pepper Dem Edition, fans have started clamouring for a reunion of the contestants. In what has been described as the most epic season yet, the pepper dem edition of the reality show entertained fans with competitive housemates who proved that they... Read More

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Simi Duduke

Will Simi’s #DudukeChallenge be ending anytime soon? Here’s why it’s right on time

With the awareness of social distancing and the restriction on social gatherings to contain the spread of the coronavirus, the need for fun and activities that encourages the same will always be on the demand as human beings are regarded as very social creatures. While social media has made it easier to find fun in... Read More

Wizkid FC

Wizkid FC are hyped for ‘Made In Lagos’ and showing their appreciation

One of the strongest fandoms in the Nigerian music scene is the Wizkid FC – a fan base for popular afro music singer, Wizkid. Wizkid FC’s defining quality is the unrivaled devotion they have for Wizkid and everything he stands for; it is no wonder why the anticipation for any future project that Wizkid announces... Read More

Made In Lagos, wizkid, Wizkid FC

Football is back

#FootballisBack and ‘Social Distancing’ is still a thing?

The German Bundesliga is back and there are hopes and reports that many other football leagues will soon hit their start button as #Footballisback begins to trend globally. The German authorities and league organizers and sponsors have also issued strict and severe directives to ensure that social distancing is adhered to, during games, and outside... Read More

Coronavirus, COVID-19, Dortmund, English premier league, Erling Braut Håland, Footballisback, German Bundesliga, Gio Ryna, italian serie a, Schalke 04

KenyaVsNigeria

#KenyaVsNigeria: Kenyans declare war against Nigerians on Twitter and you’d love it

The culture of African nations dragging each other on social media is slowly becoming a norm that many Africans are getting used to, but as it seems, it is mostly between Nigeria and other top African nations. A few days ago, it was Nigeria vs Uganda and just like that trend, people from both countries... Read More

Kenya, KenyaVsNigeria, nigeria

Mr Biggs

Mr Biggs: The Nigerian fast food chain that defined a generation of Nigerians

If the mere mention of food alone triggers a deep craving for the munchies within you, then its advisable that you stay away from a certain trend on Twitter right now, as one stroll down the timeline would have you fantasizing about of all the original recipes Mr Biggs, one time monopoly leader of the... Read More

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#HTGAWMFinale

The #HTGAWMFinale marks the end of an era of spectacular black-led television

Peter Nowalk’s highly acclaimed TV Show, How To Get Away With Murder, drew its curtains with a gripping final episode and has successfully tapped into the emotion of many of the fans who have followed it through for six years. While fans globally have reacted and said a few things about the show finale, Twitter... Read More

Annalise Keating, Bonnie, Conner, Frank, How To Get Away With Murder, HTGAWMFinale, Michaeala, Oliver

Delta is the hotbed as divided opinions greet alleged attack on herdsmen

Nigeria, a territory with a little more than 200 tribes is no stranger to ethnic conflicts. Dating back to when the country was founded, many indigenous tribes have found themselves in the ugly scenario of clashing with one another based on religious, cultural and political differences. Having to abide by a singular constitution, while upholding... Read More

delta state, Fulani herdsmen, nigeria, nigerian government, twitter.

Igbo Tribe

Here’s why #Igbo is trending again and it’s not ‘because of money’

One of the most interesting things about Nigeria is the multi-cultural diversities that exists between her people and the ways these differences are expressed. In Nigeria, certain traits are attributed to certain ethnicities and just like we have people who are known for a particular thing, the idea of generalization comes into play. Almost every... Read More

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