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June 10, 2021

Trendupp Awards 2021: Nigeria’s first ever influencers and content creators award unveil nominees

Popular social media influencers/content creators Mr Macaroni, Taooma, Don Jazzy, Diana Eneje, Tayo Aina, Lasisi Elenu, Iyabo Ojo, Don Jazzy amongst others have been unveiled in the recently released nominees list for Trendupp Awards 2021. The award which is slated to hold on 27th June, 2021 seeks to recognize and celebrate content creators, influencers and... Read More
Partners
June 10, 2021

Arise TV Interview: “IPOB is just a dot in the circle” | 4 things President Buhari said about the South East and nepotism in appointments

For political watchers in Nigeria, it is common knowledge that President Muhammadu Buhari has been described by aides and party chieftains as operating a leadership style that makes him avoid interviews, urgent national broadcasts and effective communication ultimately. Due to this rigid position on issues, he’s largely been absent in person or unheard of amidst... Read More
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June 10, 2021

Arise TV: 10 hot takes from the President Buhari Interview [Restructuring, Security, Poverty & Corruption]

For political watchers in Nigeria, it is common knowledge that President Muhammadu Buhari has been described by aides and party chieftains as operating a leadership style that makes him avoid interviews, urgent national broadcasts and effective communication ultimately. Due to this rigid position on issues, he’s largely been absent in person or unheard of amidst... Read More
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June 10, 2021

These are the most popular billboards in Abuja

Interestingly, before billboards became a phenomenon, some city planners, experts and consumers argued that they could distract drivers and cause accidents; among many other concerns. Thanks to progressives, that was overruled. As countries begin to reopen, marketing teams and experts are also back to leveraging billboards for their brand campaigns and product launch. To decide,... Read More
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Chike
June 10, 2021

The visuals for Chike’s ‘Roju’ is a romantic ode to weddings across cultures

From his debut album Boo of The Booless released last year, singer-songwriter Chike has released the visuals for Roju, a romantic ode to cherished love. This is totally expected from an artiste who first cut his teeth on the inaugural season of The Voice Nigeria. By taken the names of hallowed Shakespearean characters Romeo and... Read More
Blogs, The Music Blog
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June 10, 2021

Trophy Extra Special Band Season 2 begins with an entertaining round of auditions

This week was audition week for the second season of the Trophy Extra Special Band competition and it was all the rave!  With the hopes of experiencing performances strong enough to turn them into fans, the judges (2Baba, Timi Dakolo and Cobhams Asuquo) were tasked with the responsibility of determining which of the bands will... Read More
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June 10, 2021

Nigeria’s population hit 211m, Judiciary workers suspend strike | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top stories that should not escape your attention: Nigeria’s population now 211m – UNFPA The latest report by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has put Nigeria’s population at 211.4 million, as the country continues to pull ahead in being the most populous... Read More
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June 9, 2021

Court…Stand!: Relief as Nigerian Courts open after over 2-month old JUSUN strike | The #YNaijaCover

It’s 9th June and there’s some cheering news in Nigeria. Remember that absurdity that shouldn’t have taken place in any serious democratic country in the world? Yes. Courts in the entire 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) embarking on an industrial action. The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) had... Read More
Cover Stories, Satire
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June 9, 2021

Register for the AFF & W initiative ‘Women in Tech’ Fireside Chat

Driven by a goal to improve diversity in the technology industry while revolutionising the fintech ecosystem in Africa and beyond, the Africa Fintech Foundry and Access Bank’s ‘W’ Initiative have partnered to host a fireside chat for ‘Women in Tech’ on Thursday, June 11, 2021.   Themed ‘Women in Tech: Driving Diversity in the African Tech... Read More
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Fireboy DML
June 9, 2021

Fireboy DML muses on life’s issues on visuals for ‘Airplane Mode’

Fireboy DML has just released the visuals for Airplane Mode, a track off his sonically expansive debut album Apollo last year. Directed by Clarence Peters, Airplane Mode is a Afro-RnB triumph that finds Fireboy DML musing about the human condition – loneliness, peer pressure, competition, finances etc. With infectious lyrical melody, he captures the configuration... Read More
Blogs, The Music Blog
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June 9, 2021

Nigerians taking over Twitter trends across the world, Medical doctors leaving Nigeria in a hurry | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top 5 stories that you shouldn’t miss.  Nigerians taking over Twitter trends across the world The ban placed on microblogging platform, Twitter by the Federal Government has caused Nigerians to seek the intervention of Virtual Private Networks (VPN) which would allow them browse... Read More
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June 8, 2021

Twice upon a time: Are Nigerians reliving Abacha’s repression days with suspension of Twitter? | The #YNaijaCover

Fellow Nigerians, Who was Nigeria’s 10th Head of State? I’m certain it would be a hard guess for you. Who was Nigeria’s most brutal Head of State. Chances are very high that you’d mention the late General Sani Abacha. What regime in Nigeria was the most repressive? Aha! Now, you’d have to think twice. The... Read More
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June 8, 2021

vivo launches the V21 series to revolutionize smartphone photography with Brand New OIS technology

vivo is a brand dedicated to creating devices with clever designs and innovative technologies. They produce intelligent and innovative smartphones that integrate technology and design thinking in unique and creative ways. Ever since vivo made their way into the Nigerian market, they have been combining the best elements of technology and style in smartphones to... Read More
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June 8, 2021

Fifth Chukker, Intershelter Triumph at Access Bank-UNICEF Charity Polo Tournament

First stage of the prestigious 2021 UNICEF Charity Shield polo tourney climaxed on high with triumphs for Fifth Chukker and Intershelter teams as the international charity event enters its final stages Tuesday, with nine team jostling for honours. Home fans favourites, Fifth Chukker handed a thumping 11-7 defeat over hard fighting Jos Malcomines, to clinch the glittering Access Bank Cup, just Intershelter... Read More
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Tenants of the House
June 8, 2021

Kunle Afolayan’s upcoming film ‘Tenants of the House’ is about the herdsmen-farmer conflict

The last time we heard about Kunle Afolayan, he was in a chat with Ben Amadasun of Netflix Africa, announcing multiple projects in the pipeline coming to the streamer. After the release of Citation last year, it gave me the filmmaker a new kind of prestige. Now, his latest film takes him into the realm... Read More
Blogs, The Media Blog
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June 8, 2021

#Kebbi88: Atiku decries increasing killings, Experts condemn low power generation despite interventions | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the 36 states of the federation and the FCT, these are the 5 top stories you shouldn’t miss out on: INEC to publish comprehensive list of new polling units The Independent National Electoral Commission on Monday said it has concluded the task to create additional polling units. – Punch reports. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood... Read More
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June 8, 2021

Tems (Nigeria) and Elaine (South Africa) are nominated for BET Awards 2021 ‘Best New International Act Viewer’s Choice’ category

BET International announced the ‘BET AWARDS 2021 Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act’ nominees today, with Nigeria’s Tems and South Africa’s Elaine clinching two spots on the nominees list. These African vocal powerhouses join an array of talented black women who are dominating the music industry on the BET Awards 2021 nominees list.  The BET AWARDS 2021 will air Live, Monday, June... Read More
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June 7, 2021

Desperado: Malami, Lai Mohammed, the NBC and plans to enforce #TwitterBan in Nigeria | #YNaijaCover

“Subject as otherwise provided by this Constitution, a person shall not be convicted of a criminal offence unless that offence is defined and the penalty therefor is prescribed in a written law, and in this subsection, a written law refers to an Act of the National Assembly or a Law of a State, any subsidiary... Read More
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