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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | CBN Warns 2027 Election Spending Could Push Inflation Higher
May 15, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | CBN Warns 2027 Election Spending Could Push Inflation Higher

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. CBN warns 2027 election spending could push inflation higher The Central Bank of Nigeria has warned that increased political and election-related spending ahead of the 2027 general elections could reverse recent progress in slowing inflation.... Read More
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Afrobeats Meets the World in the 2026 World Cup as ‘Dai Dai’ May Be This Decade’s ‘Waka Waka’ 
May 14, 2026

Afrobeats Meets the World in the 2026 World Cup as ‘Dai Dai’ May Be This Decade’s ‘Waka Waka’ 

What began as a genre with a niche international audience has grown into one of the world’s most influential sounds. And now, with Burna Boy joining Shakira on the 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem “Dai Dai,” Afrobeats may be stepping into one of its biggest moments yet. The comparisons have already started. Can “Dai Dai”... Read More
The Music Blog
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5 Underground Rappers We Should All Have On Our Playlist
May 14, 2026

5 Underground Rappers We Should All Have On Our Playlist

The Nigerian rap industry is exciting, and even more so, the underground scene. While rap is a notable genre in Nigeria, it does not receive as much recognition as other genres. The country’s underground rap scene has talented artists with the potential to break into mainstream music. Some of these artists have collaborated with your... Read More
The Music Blog
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afrobeats
May 14, 2026

Nigeria’s Entertainment Industry Is Worth $10.8 Billion. Its Creators Are Not Seeing That Money. Both Things Are True.

The US International Trade Administration suggests Nigeria’s entertainment industry generates $10.8 billion in revenue. PwC’s 2026 Nigeria Economic Outlook places the sector’s growth trajectory at $4.9 billion by the end of this year. We produce 2,500 films annually and Afrobeats has injected $8 billion into the broader economy. These are the numbers we post on... Read More
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Afrobeats Meets the World in the 2026 World Cup as ‘Dai Dai’ May Be This Decade’s ‘Waka Waka’ 
May 14, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 2026 World Cup Visa Rules Raise Questions for Nigerian Fans

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. 2026 World Cup visa rules raise questions for Nigerian fans The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the biggest in the tournament’s history, with 48 countries set to compete across the United States, Canada, and... Read More
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May 13, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

EFCC Arrests Energy Commission DG Over Alleged ₦500bn Fraud Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Mustapha Abdullahi, over alleged money laundering and financial crimes involving an estimated ₦500 billion. According to sources within the anti-graft agency, Abdullahi was arrested in Abuja and... Read More
The News Blog
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AMVCA Fashion: Are the Outfits Only Presentable in Photoshoots, Not on the Red Carpet? 
May 13, 2026

AMVCA Fashion: Are the Outfits Only Presentable in Photoshoots, Not on the Red Carpet? 

The AMVCA has been a trending topic of conversation in the fashion scene since the award ceremony on Saturday, the 9th of May. The looks curated and posted for the film awards have received praise both locally and internationally, but the burning question on the minds of fashion enthusiasts and social media commentators is, “Are... Read More
Fashion
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May 13, 2026

Remembering Alexx Ekubo: 10 Films To Celebrate the Nollywood Actor’s Decades-Long History Of Standout Acting

Outstanding Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has died at the age of 40, and to us, that is a great loss of one of the most talented actors in the industry. Alex Ekubo’s almost 23 years in the Nollywood industry had him featuring in hundreds of great films, from romantic films, to comedies, and even thrillers.... Read More
The Film Blog
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | INEC Plans to Deploy 1.4 Million NYSC Members for 2027 Elections
May 13, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | INEC Plans to Deploy 1.4 Million NYSC Members for 2027 Elections

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. INEC plans to deploy 1.4 million NYSC members for 2027 elections The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says more than 1.4 million members of the National Youth Service Corps will be deployed for the 2027... Read More
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What is Hantavirus and How is it Transmitted?
May 12, 2026

What is Hantavirus and How is it Transmitted?

Orthohantavirus, commonly known as ‘Hantavirus,’ is a genus of viruses that includes all hantaviruses that cause diseases in humans. They are naturally found in the bodies of rodents, with each hantavirus carried by a single rodent species; each rodent that carries a hantavirus carries only one hantavirus species.  How Are Hantaviruses Transmitted?  Hantaviruses are transmitted... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Announces 150 Cut-Off Mark for Nigerian Universities
May 12, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Announces 150 Cut-Off Mark for Nigerian Universities

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. FG announces 150 cut-off mark for Nigerian universities The Federal Government of Nigeria has set 150 as the minimum admission cut-off mark for both public and private universities across the country for the 2026 admissions.... Read More
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Hidden Gem YouTube Films
May 11, 2026

10 Hidden Gem YouTube Films That You Should Watch Before The End Of May

The Nigerian YouTube film space offers a wide range of films you can watch. In this article, we list our 10 hidden-gem YouTube films that you have to watch before the end of May. These films will captivate you and have you wanting more. This film follows the life of a young woman whose life... Read More
The Film Blog
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Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board
May 11, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

JAMB Exempts Education, Agriculture Candidates From UTME The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates seeking admission into Education programmes and agriculture-related non-engineering courses in Colleges of Education and Polytechnics will no longer be required to sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The policy, unveiled during the 2026 admissions policy... Read More
Entertainment, The Music Blog, The News Blog
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The AMVCA Red Carpet Is Where Nollywood Tells the World What It Thinks of Itself. This Year's Said Something Worth Examining.
May 11, 2026

The AMVCA Red Carpet Is Where Nollywood Tells the World What It Thinks of Itself. This Year’s Said Something Worth Examining.

Queen Mercy Atang walked into the Eko Hotel convention centre on May 9 wearing a gold gown shaped like a bread pyramid. She carried a literal pot of beans as an accessory. Eniola Ajao arrived in a yellow dress constructed entirely from inflated balloons. A few feet away, actors like Osas Ighodaro and Mercy Eke... Read More
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May 11, 2026

Weekend Recap | Stories You May Have Missed This Weekend

Kanayo O. Kanayo condemns xenophobic attacks in South Africa at AMVCA Kanayo O. Kanayo has called for an end to xenophobic attacks in South Africa, describing the violence as a threat to African unity. The veteran actor made the appeal while accepting the Industry Merit Award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in Lagos,... Read More
The Media Blog
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos Shuts Section of Eko Bridge for Emergency Repairs
May 11, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos Shuts Section of Eko Bridge for Emergency Repairs

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Lagos shuts section of Eko Bridge for emergency repairs The Lagos State Government has announced the indefinite closure of the outbound section of the Eko Bridge leading to Lagos Island for urgent safety checks and... Read More
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8 Lagos Neighborhoods And The Personality Type That Lives In Each One 
May 10, 2026

8 Lagos Neighborhoods And The Personality Type That Lives In Each One 

Lagos has several neighborhoods that house different personality types, and while all parts of the city can host them, Nigerians often characterize these types based on their living conditions.  In this article, we categorized the personality types of 8 Lagos neighborhoods. What do you think we are missing? Which do you agree with?  Those who... Read More
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Weekend Recap | Here's What You Missed Over the Week
May 9, 2026

Weekly Highlights | Here’s What You Missed Over the Week

This week’s reports range from new music collaborations and the World Cup opening headliners to box office disappointments and more. Find out what you may have missed this week in our weekly highlight. Adekunle Gold Releases ‘Fuji Xtra’ Album With Olamide, Simi, and TML Vibez Adekunle Gold has released Fuji Xtra, a five-track extension of... Read More
The Media Blog
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May 8, 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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