Buhari gives approval for 4 new varsities, Google to support African startups with $6m funding programmes | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

#BBNReunion: The housemates may have crossed the line with their words tonight

The Big Brother Naija Reunion show was packed with serious punches tonight, as everyone involved in the conversation crossed the line in one way or another. Granted, no one was more at the centre of tonight’s discussion than Tolanibaj. At the end of the episode however, it did feel like the ex-housemates shouldn’t have said... Read More

Nengi, Neo, Prince, Tolanibaj, Vee, Wathoni

The Gut-Father: Mixed reactions trail #FathersDay message by female celebrities

First celebrated in West Virginia, U.S.A following the proposal by Grace Golden, daughter of a dedicated reverend, that a special Sunday service be held in honour of men (hundreds of them) who died in a mining accident on 5th July 1908; a number of events would later usher in its prominence as a special day... Read More

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Disney is releasing an African animated series ‘Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire’ in 2022

In the last of couple of years, Disney as a media behemoth has been consolidating on efforts towards expanding its entertainment horizons. Last year, it was announced that the company was partnering with Kugali Media, an African entertainment company founded by three friends from Nigeria and Uganda — Tolu Olowofoyeku, Hamid Ibrahim, and Fikayo Adeola... Read More

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Angola’s Maria Borges models for Nine West’s statement collection

Maria Borges has appeared in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show from 2013-2017. She has also appeared in campaigns for Givenchy, Tommy Hilfiger, H&M, Bobbi Brown, C&A, L’Oréal, Mac Cosmetics, and Forever 21.

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#PrideMonth: Non-Binary Chat discusses pointers in building your own affirming family as a queer person

Picture this: a friendship of 22 years dissolves into, “Just to be safe, I will sleep in the parlour.” Just minutes prior, Nana had come out as a lesbian to her lifelong best friend. There was some retrospective connecting of dots from over the years. The furtive protection of chats and insistence on privacy makes... Read More

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PsychoYP feels on top of the world in blissful new single ‘Euphoria’

PsychoYP is arguably trap’s most visible correspondent in Nigeria, garnering goodwill across hip hop fandoms. In his latest single Euphoria – his first of the year – and produced by Ramoni, the rapper blends minimalist RnB, drill, hip hop, Afroswing into some kind of cathartic, narco-rap bop. The neon, sizzling opening aside, PsychoYP chronicles his... Read More

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PsychoYP Euphoria

The most popular markets in Nasarawa

Trading is a lifestyle in Nigeria. Wherever Nigerians populate, anyone should expect interesting and wild negotiations and transactions – and our markets remain the best places for them. Nasarawa State is one of the 36 States of Nigeria, located in the north-central geopolitical zone of the country. Several marketplaces can also be found in the... Read More

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#NigerianIdol: Kingdom comes through in the clutch

The Nigerian Idol season 6 aired its 13th episode last night, and for fans of the show, it’s hard not to get emotional seeing how far the contestants have come. The show looks to be almost over, as the stage gets more desolate each passing week. Last night, only four of what was initially hundreds... Read More

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#NigerianIdol: Is Comfort truly deserving of a top four spot?

On Nigerian Idol last Sunday, the list of finalists was cut down by a spot with the show entering the all-crucial top four stage. Faith Jason’s eviction means Francis, Kingdom, Akunna, and Comfort, remain as the top contenders for the prize. As predicted in an previous publication, Akunna, Francis, and Kingdom, clearly have the most... Read More

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Policeman goes on killing spree in Enugu, 14.3m Nigerians abuse drugs | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states, here are five top stories you shouldn’t miss out on: 14.3 million Nigerians abuse drugs — NDLEA The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), has disclosed that no fewer than 14.3 million Nigerians – mostly young people and adults from the age of... Read More

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June 19, 2021

EbonyLife Creative Academy graduates first batch of 120 film students in historic ceremony

On Friday 11 June, the first intake of students at the EbonyLife Creative Academy (ELCA) completed twelve weeks of classes and passed out in a historic ceremony to mark the achievement. All of their courses were free of charge, courtesy of funding by Lagos State Government through Lagos State Creative Industries Initiative (LACI), under the... Read More

Dual Life is the new superpower

It takes a hero to recognize another hero. So just know you aren’t reading this by mistake. We found you, just at the right time. Remember Clark Kent? Who we know to be “Superman”; the man who worked two jobs; as a hero and a Journalist. Yeah that man is a representation of everything you... Read More

#BBNReunion: Did Ozo conspire with Ka3na to hurt Nengi or is Ka3na lying?

Last night’s episode of the Big Brother Naija Reunion show was centered around the love quadrilateral between Ozo, Dorothy, Nengi and Prince, and it was every bit the mess we expected it to be. All four characters involved were put on the spot and the controversies they stirred while in the house were brought to... Read More

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June 19, 2021

Jahblend is the fresh prince of Nigerian dancehall

In today’s overcrowded music landscape where individuality is dwindling, Lagos-based dancehall/reggae artiste Jahblend is worth noticing. On SoundCloud, where he’s uploaded dancehall covers for Dave’s Burna Boy-featured Location and YCee’s Juice with Maleek Berry, was an interesting exercise in artistry and showmanship. Although dancehall/reggae music has been around for some time, Jahblend is looking to... Read More

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June 19, 2021

#PrideMonth: Boihood; Personal Triumphs of Being in Community With Bois

By Alexandra Maduagwu Boi has a variety of meanings. For this piece, which relates to masculine women or women-aligned people, and transmasculine people, the term means any of the following: • A masculine lesbian • Someone assigned female at birth, who does not identify or only partially identifies as feminine, female, a girl, or a... Read More

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Barcelona release new home strip with Ansu Fati

Spanish giants, Barcelona, have released their statement home strip for the 2021/22 season. The shirt makes use of the St. George Cross, representing the patron saint of Barcelona and the Senyera (the striped Catalan flag) – two elements that define both the club’s identity and its close links to both the city and the country, according... Read More

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BET Awards 2021: Dababy, H.E.R, City Girls join star-studded line-up of performers

Today, BET announced that Cardi B, City Girls, Migos, DaBaby, DJ Khaled, H.E.R, Kirk Franklin, Jazmine Sullivan, Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Moneybagg Yo! Rapsody, Roddy Ricch, Tyler The Creator, Andra Day and many more will join the star-studded lineup of performers at this year’s “BET AWARDS,” live from the Microsoft Theater. Additionally, up and coming... Read More

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The most popular billboards in Enugu

Enugu has always shown promise for commercial activities. This development has brought about the urbanisation of the State, which, in turn, attracts investors, migrants and brands who wish to spread their tentacles. So, if you wanted to run a campaign or launch a brand, you definitely have to add Enugu in your plan. We can... Read More

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Sports Minister, Sunday Dare hosts 2021 MSG Gold Medalists in Special Celebratory Breakfast

The Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Sunday Akin Dare, treated gold medalists that emerged from the 2021 edition of the Maltina School Games to a special breakfast event on Thursday, June 17 2021. The celebratory breakfast which was held at Abora and Mazonia Suite, Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria, doubles as the... Read More

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Gyakie delivers summer vibes on visuals for ‘Whine’

Referred to as the Queen of the Gold Coast in her home country Ghana, where her debut EP Seed was met with critical acclaim, Gyakie was catapulted into the international arena when her song Forever stormed its way across the continent of Africa, and beyond, entering the US Billboard Triller chart at #4. A collaboration was... Read More

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Ibejii explores identity, resilience and freedom in visuals for ‘Gonto’

Over years now British-Nigerian Afro-retro/Soul artiste, Ibejii, has been plumbing the depths of his Yoruba heritage, fusing African percussions, rhythms and sensibilities with soul-jazz-funk vibes to create immersive storytelling landscapes. A reputed storyteller, poet, thinker and romantic, he’s returned with Gonto off his upcoming project, an afro-orchestral anthem that takes the listener on a journey... Read More

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#BigBrotherNaijaReunion: Fake smiles, forced jokes, an awkward affair

Last night, the first episode of the Big Brother Naija Reunion aired on Africa Magic, and it was every bit as uncomfortable as expected. The contestants present for the reunion included: Laycon, Ozo, TolaniBaj, Prince, Praise, Tochi, Lucy, Wathoni, Trickytee, Nengi, Kiddwaya, Dorothy, Vee, Neo, Brighto, Eric, Ka3na and Lilo. The host of the show... Read More

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Bandits abduct scores of students in Kebbi, Buhari pays tribute to Kenneth Kaunda | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the Nigerian nation today, these are the top news stories that should not escape your attention. Bawa: EFCC has recovered over $100m for NPA Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, disclosed that the agency has recovered over $100 million for the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). Bawa said the recovered money was... Read More

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Kenya’s John Paul Mwirigi continues to show what true representation means

Honourable John Paul Mwirigi, representing Igembe South Constituency, Kenya, has sponsored the Higher Education Loans Board (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 37 of 2020), whose “principal objective is to amend the Higher Education Loans Board Act in order to provide that a loanee shall commence the repayment of his or her loan once he... Read More

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Radio Now launches Specials program ‘Our Common Thread’ | First edition to air this Friday

Radio Now, a news service dedicated to providing factual, unbiased and Nigerian-focused news, announces its launch of its Radio Now Specials program. The first edition of the program is slated to air at 11 am on Friday, June 18th, 2021. Radio Now Specials aims to create and curate useful interactions that inspire us to be... Read More

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Fidelity Bank says the GAIM promo isn’t over until the final draw

You know how they say that good things happen when you least expect them? That is precisely what Fidelity Bank is doing to us this time around. With the return of its Get Alerts in Million (GAIM) season 4 promo, many Nigerians are on their way to becoming millionaires next door, despite the current economic... Read More

The best shopping places in Port Harcourt

Port Harcourt is no doubt looking like one of Nigeria’s futuristic largest cities. For now, it is an industrial centre known for manufacturing of aluminium products, glass bottles and paper, and continually sees an influx of migrants from other states and across the country’s border. This development meets the need for improved urbanisation and so,... Read More

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Niniola pledges faithful love in visuals for ‘Ryde’

Off her RnB EP 6th Heaven released back in March this year, Niniola has released the visuals for the track Ryde. It’s the second video from the project following Promise, which invoked RnB imagery of the 2000’s (Niniola singing in the rain reinforces the video’s RnB chops). In the video for Ryde directed by in-demand... Read More

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