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April 29, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Tinubu, APC Bigwigs Pick Nomination Forms as GAC Backs Hamzat

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Tinubu, APC Bigwigs Pick Nomination Forms as GAC Backs Hamzat The race for the 2027 elections within the APC has intensified as President Bola Tinubu and several party heavyweights picked up nomination forms, formally signalling... Read More
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daily recap
April 28, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Faleke Picks Presidential Forms for Tinubu Lawmaker James Faleke has obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination forms on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election, formally signalling the start of his re-election bid. The forms, valued at ₦100 million, were presented in Abuja by APC officials... Read More
The News Blog
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The Artists Who Should Have Been Bigger: Nigeria’s Most Underrated Acts
April 28, 2026

The Artists Who Should Have Been Bigger: Nigeria’s Most Underrated Acts

Nigeria consistently produces talented artists, and while there is no shortage of talent, there is also no shortage of artists who remain underrated in the music industry. These artists have what can be seen as good-enough Spotify numbers and visibility, but, in our opinion, it is not the visibility and fame their discography deserves.  They... Read More
The Music Blog
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | Jet Fuel Crisis: FG Seeks 30-Day Credit Window for Airlines
April 28, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Jet Fuel Crisis: FG Seeks 30-Day Credit Window for Airlines

Jet Fuel Crisis: FG Seeks 30-Day Credit Window for Airlines The Federal Government is pushing for a 30-day credit window arrangement that would allow domestic airlines to obtain aviation fuel and pay later, as part of emergency measures to ease the ongoing Jet A1 crisis threatening flight operations. The proposal, discussed with fuel marketers and... Read More
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AMVCA Fashion: Are the Outfits Only Presentable in Photoshoots, Not on the Red Carpet? 
April 27, 2026

YNaija! Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Sanwo-Olu Endorses Hamzat as Successor for 2027 Lagos Governorship Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has endorsed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, as his preferred successor for the 2027 governorship election following a meeting with top APC stakeholders at Lagos House, Marina. The endorsement came after Hamzat formally declared his intention to run, with Sanwo-Olu describing him... Read More
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weekend recap
April 27, 2026

Weekend Recap | Stories You May Have Missed This Weekend

Atiku attends Cross’ lavish Abuja wedding with BBNaija stars Atiku Abubakar was among notable guests at the white wedding of Cross Okonkwo and his partner, Chinonso Onyebuchi, held in Abuja. The former vice president congratulated the couple on X, describing Cross as his godson and wishing them a happy married life. The ceremony drew several... Read More
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April 27, 2026

68% of Nigeria’s Streaming Volume Flows Through Foreign Companies and Two Names on a Billboard List Won’t Fix That

In March 2026, Billboard published its annual Global Power Players list, the census of executives shaping the international music business outside the United States. Two names from Nigeria made the cut: Don Jazzy, CEO of Mavin Records, and Tega Oghenejobo, the label’s President and COO since 2024. The recognition arrived without much ceremony in the... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | PDP, ADC Blocs Reject Joint Presidential Ticket Plan at Ibadan Meeting
April 27, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | PDP, ADC Blocs Reject Joint Presidential Ticket Plan at Ibadan Meeting

PDP, ADC Blocs Reject Joint Presidential Ticket Plan at Ibadan Meeting Factions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Labour Party, and Accord Party have rejected the outcome of an opposition summit held in Ibadan, distancing themselves from plans to present a joint presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. The groups described... Read More
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April 25, 2026

Burna Boy’s Early Catalogue Is Stuck in Court, and Warner Music Is Still Saying Nothing

A Lagos court this week approved substituted service against Aristokrat Records and founder Piriye Isokrari, who’ve now missed multiple dates in 960 Music’s lawsuit over Burna Boy’s early masters. 960 Music holds 40% equity in Aristokrat and alleges the label moved recordings from L.I.F.E (2013) and Redemption (2016) to Spaceship Music in mid-2024 without board... Read More
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Afrobeats Already Got Out. So What Is the $200 Million Creative Fund Actually For?
April 25, 2026

Afrobeats Already Got Out. So What Is the $200 Million Creative Fund Actually For?

Music Ally published a guest column on April 13 by Michaël Spanu, a French cultural-strategy researcher, asking whether European countries can engineer their own version of K-pop’s global breakout. Spanu’s answer, after walking through the South Korean model in detail, is no. Korea concentrated its industry and ran intensive trainee pipelines. Public authorities structured the... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | EFCC Arrests Ex-Skye Bank Chairman Over Alleged ₦36bn Fraud
April 25, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | EFCC Arrests Ex-Skye Bank Chairman Over Alleged ₦36bn Fraud

EFCC Arrests Ex-Skye Bank Chairman Over Alleged ₦36bn Fraud The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni over alleged money laundering, misappropriation, and diversion of funds amounting to about ₦36.54 billion and $30 million, with investigations indicating the funds were obtained as loans from Polaris Bank through companies... Read More
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April 24, 2026

YNaija! Recap | Top Headlines Today

FG Raises Allowances, Boosts Welfare for Civil Servants The Federal Government has approved a broad increase in allowances and welfare benefits for civil servants, including upward reviews of duty tour allowance, estacode, and book allowance, as part of reforms aimed at improving take-home pay and morale. Announced by Head of Service Didi Walson-Jack, the changes—affecting... Read More
The News Blog
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Ranking Our 10 Best Nigerian Albums Of The Last Five Years
April 24, 2026

Ranking Our 10 Best Nigerian Albums Of The Last Five Years

Nigeria has produced hundreds of talented artists who have also put out amazing tracks and albums. In this article, we rank our 10 best Nigerian albums of the last five years, albums that have touched our hearts and also left us wanting more.  Not agreeing with our ranking? Let us know how you would rank... Read More
The Media Blog, The Music Blog
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Asake and Giran Republic Just Showed Us Where Afrobeats Independence Still Stops
April 24, 2026

Asake and Giran Republic Just Showed Us Where Afrobeats Independence Still Stops

Asake announced his fourth studio album, MNEY, is his first full album under Giran Republic, the imprint he set up after quietly leaving Olamide’s YBNL in early 2025. Distribution sits with EMPIRE, a San Francisco-based independent that’s moved its catalog since 2022. Ownership of the label is finally Nigerian. Ownership of the pipes is not.... Read More
The Media Blog
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April 24, 2026

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. Our mantra is... Read More
The Film Blog
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UnwindFest  Marks 6th Edition of Founders Rant in Lagos
April 24, 2026

UnwindFest Marks 6th Edition of Founders Rant in Lagos

…Platform strengthens founder dialogue with a focus on real-world challenges of entrepreneurship in Nigeria. UnwindFest by YellowLyfe, a leading platform focused on curated founder and ecosystem conversations, is set to host the 10th edition of its flagship experience, Founders Rant X, on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Alliance Française Lagos. The event will bring together... Read More
Lifestyle
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The Sidemen raised £6.2 million in one afternoon. Nigerian charity football tops ₦60 million
April 24, 2026

The Sidemen raised £6.2 million in one afternoon. Nigerian charity football tops ₦60 million

When William Troost-Ekong walked out at Mobolaji Johnson Arena last June, he brought Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, Anthony Joshua, AY Makun, Broda Shaggi, Odumodublvck, Zlatan Ibile, and Governor Sanwo-Olu with him. The Play For Purpose match and its follow-up gala at Radisson Blu raised roughly ₦60 million, with ₦47 million coming from auction bids on... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 2026 World Cup Visa Rules Raise Questions for Nigerian Fans
April 24, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Tinubu Rejects Automatic Tickets, Leaves Lawmakers’ Fate in Governors’ Hands

Tinubu Rejects Automatic Tickets, Leaves Lawmakers’ Fate in Governors’ Hands President Bola Tinubu has rejected calls to grant automatic tickets to sitting lawmakers ahead of the 2027 elections, instead empowering state governors to determine candidates through party primaries, in line with the Electoral Act and the APC constitution. The decision, reached after meetings with Senate... Read More
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daily recap
April 23, 2026

Ynaija! Recap | Top Headlines Today

Labour Party Says Peter Obi Cannot Rejoin or Contest 2027 Election on Its Platform The Labour Party’s interim national chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman, has stated that Peter Obi cannot return to the party or contest the 2027 presidential election under its platform due to legal constraints tied to membership registration deadlines. She explained that the... Read More
The News Blog
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The Death of Storytelling in Nigerian Music Videos: Are We Losing the Recipes?
April 23, 2026

The Death of Storytelling in Nigerian Music Videos: Are We Losing the Recipes?

In recent years, Nigerian music videos have faced some criticism from fans who find them either ‘unimaginative’ or ‘repetitive.’ Many have pointed out that, compared to older music videos, newer releases often lack a strong storyline or follow a script that has been used over and over again by different artists in the industry.  What... Read More
The Music Blog
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Top 10 Nigerian Fashion Brands Celebrities Don't Want You To Know
April 23, 2026

Top 10 Nigerian Fashion Brands Celebrities Don’t Want You To Know

Nigerian fashion has no shortage of unique, well-curated brands for women. However, in this article we discuss brands changing the Nigerian fashion scene by creating pieces that can be worn at every important event in a woman’s life. These brands cater to every demographic of women in Nigeria and even have the attention of fashionable... Read More
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