London-based Nigerian singer-songwriter Darkoo rose to fame with her viral and anthemic single Gansta in 2019, her sound rooted in the UK’s explosive Afroswing scene. But Darkoo isn’t just about engineering catchy bops, as she enjoys leaning into her masculine and feminine traits which befuddled fans in the comments of the video for Gangsta when...
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Next rated Nigerian singer, Akinbiyi Abiola Ahmed, popularly known as Bella Shmurda is set to release visuals for his January single, Rush. The song which features Dangbana Republik has gotten a lot of Nigerians talking after stills from the video made waves on social media. In the video, Bella was seen in the bosom of...
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Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Buhari: ‘Nigeria’s unity not negotiable’ President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, 4th March, met with Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, in Abuja where he enjoined all Nigerians to go about their lawful businesses as “the country’s unity is...
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For International Women’s Day, I invite my dear friend Chioma Agwuegbo to rip off the band-aid, ignore the pretty and sometimes patronising, and confront the work that still needs to be done for equality and safety for women and girls in Nigeria, and across the world. And we kick off the conversation from the infamous...
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Twitter NG was Thursday abuzz with quotes of former Anambra Governor, Peter Obi, on the state of the nation; especially with reference to banditry. The 2019 Vice Presidential candidate who was speaking at a book launch for Professor Stella Okunna, a former commissioner in Anambra, faulted the alleged payment of ransoms to rescue persons abducted...
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Freedom of information is an integral part of human rights. It is an efficient tool for citizen empowerment and holding the government accountable. When citizens have access to crucial government information, hiding abuses of power and other illegal activities become difficult. Freedom of information is recognised worldwide, both in paper and practice, as there are...
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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’s a roundup of the best we saw: 1. Very true. 2. Lol… Very accurate. 3. Merry Christmas...
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Gearing towards the release of her strictly RnB EP titled 6th Heaven, Afrohouse star Niniola has released the video for Promise, a single headlining the project. Niniola might be big on house music, tweaking it with African drums and other percussions to create a distinctly resonant genre, but RnB has always been her first love....
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Bella Shmurda, one of the industry’s fast-rising musical acts, has been at the center of the internet’s latest talking point. Video stills from his single Rush, a collaboration with Dangbana Republik released back in January, made it to Twitter showing topless women in long latex skirts surrounding the singer, their nipples covered. As always, the...
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When was the last time you thought about your passion? Recently? A while ago? Well, today is a good enough time to take a pause and give your passion some serious thought. I know the world we are in priorities survival, but nothing beats personally prioritizing one’s passion and reaping its dividends. Take Kaffy for...
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As part of its celebration around International Women’s Month, Facebook today announced the launch of ‘LeadHERs: Life Lessons From African Women’, a collection of beautifully inspired stories & life advice from 19 women who are breaking boundaries in fields such as media, entertainment, politics, education and business. Available for free in digital and physical formats,...
Read MoreAlice Nkom,
Awele Emili,
Baratang Miya,
Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu,
Djamila Ferdjani,
Dr Judy Dlamini,
Elizabeth Akua Ohene,
facebook,
Hawa Sally Samai,
Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim,
Kalista Sy,
Karabo Poppy,
Lelemba Phiri,
Lulu Kitololo,
Massira Keita,
Monica Musonda,
Noella Coursaris Musunka,
Nunu Ntshingila,
Samantha ‘MisRed’ Musa,
Saran Kaba Jones,
Tara Fela-Durotoye,
Tecla Chemabwai,
Temi Giwa-Tubosun,
Vanessa Hau Mdee,
Yvonne Okwara
Child marriage is still an ongoing menace in Nigeria that does not appear to be going away any time soon. Nigeria ranks 11th among countries with the highest prevalence of child marriage in the world. There are many reasons why this is. There are several, often contrary, laws regarding the minimum age of marriage in...
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In Nigeria, there are thousands of markets, some of which are well-known for specific products. The Alaba International Market and the Wudil Cattle Market, for example, are well-known for electronics and livestock, respectively. Some markets in Nigeria are known for clothing, especially second-hand clothing. Here’s our curated list: Kantangowa, Lagos: Located in Agbado, Kantangowa is...
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This week’s episode of #WithChude is a sharp contrast from the rape stories that we usually hear in our society today – where the victim is the person who claims to be raped, and the culprit is the person being accused of rape. However, Actor, Tv Host and foremost content creator Akah Nnnani sheds light...
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Afroukonline Runway Trybe 2020 In the midst of the misgivings and frustrations brought upon us by the covid19 pandemic… Afro UK Runway Trybe came to our rescue! They appeared like the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel, gave us hope with an explosive blend of good music, beautiful men, yes! with ravishing Black...
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Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Soldier commits suicide in Bauchi A soldier with the Nigerian army school of armour in Bauchi has claimed his life according to a military source – The Cable reports According to the military source, the soldier, identified as...
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The Northern Nigeria conversation as opposed to Southern Nigeria talk is up again. This time, politics is not the driver. It is food. Cattle and foodstuff traders in northern Nigeria under the aegis of Amalgamated Union of Foodstuff and Cattle Dealers of Nigeria went on strike last week asking the government to pay compensation to...
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Commemorative of the International Women’s Month 2021, YNaija, an online content shop Wednesday, March 3, 2021, put together a virtual conference that tabled the issue of safe spaces for women in Nigeria. The conference which was themed; “Is Nigerian a safe space for women already” aimed at highlighting the progress, if any, the Nigeria society...
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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’s a roundup of the best we saw: 1. What is this tweet? 2. E get why… 3....
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Prolific producer Charles Okpaleke has been about Nollywood dominion. After the well-received sequel of occult horror Living in Bondage in 2019, Okpaleke announced that he had acquired the rights to remake another classic title – Glamour Girls, a 1994 women-led drama written and produced by Kenneth Nnebue. Other films in the pipeline would soon become...
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On what energy levels did you kick the year off with? I’d like to know because Fearless Energy Drink, easily recognised by its prominent lion head label, kicked off the year 2021 with an ad that might be considered one of the best ads of the year. The brand has given Nigerians motivation to kick...
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Of the many challenges young people face, choosing the right university sits firmly on top of the list. Deciding which to attend from the plethora of good foreign universities that exist is as life-altering as it is time-consuming. From location to course of study to scholarship availability and a seemingly trivial factor such as nightlife, making a choice is...
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Depending on their product and marketing strategy, companies are known to reach and seek out a youth and student audience. Marketers often visit educational institutions to sell their items, host exhibits and engage with a large number of young people. Based on Cybermetrics Lab’s most recent ranking, we’ve compiled a list of the best universities...
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“I don’t have a problem with gay people, just don’t bring that thing near me.” This is a go-to comeback in many a social media exchange with people who “don’t agree with” what they often and very erroneously tag ‘a lifestyle,’ when what they mean is an essential part of the humanity of Lesbian, Gay,...
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Just last week, we reported on the resurfacing of Niger Delta freedom fighters stating the injustices their region grapple with and how they have been marginalised, not to mention the failure of the amnesty program. It was an opportunity – and still is – for the present administration to reacquaint themselves with the deteriorating conditions...
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BET Africa kicks off celebration for International Women’s month as it unveils powerful Queen of dance and music icon Busiswa Gqulu’s reality TV show, HER MAJESTY: It is set to premiere on BET Africa, Saturday 20 March at 19:30 CAT. Busiswa recently made history when she collaborated with Beyonce on her critically acclaimed music project...
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Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Fayemi: ‘We need more prayers to tackle insecurity’ Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti has stated that Nigeria needs “more prayers” to tackle the prevalent insecurity – The Cable reports The governor who is also the chairman of the...
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Chude: How was it like for you leaving your church because your pastor had been accused of something as serious as rape? Akah: People don’t understand the magnitude of rape. Rape doesn’t just affect the victim, it affects the people around the victim. It affects the loved ones of the perpetrator. I was broken from...
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A list of gay/bisexual men in Nigeria, compiled by self-styled investigative journalist known only as Queen Aisha, has made the rounds on Naija Twitter and is picking up more speed by the day. The list, comprising essentially of actors, music artists and internet influencers bears the name of almost every male celebrity out there. It...
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Not many politicians outside the country’s major parties, journalists or activists pull up the kind of followership that Publisher of online news agency, Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore is capable of drawing up. One undisputable fact however, is that the Presidential Candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in 2019 election is not one known to...
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