Nineteen-year-old Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma went on Instagram on April 21 to ask her former record label to leave her alone. The singer, known as Qing Madi, watched her collaboration with Zinoleesky disappear from Spotify. JTon Music pulled “Pepper Me” off the platform just as the track started gaining traction. The takedown was not a routine...
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Supreme Court Restores Mark-Led ADC Leadership as PDP Convention Is Voided The Supreme Court has delivered a двой ruling that reshapes Nigeria’s opposition landscape, restoring the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) under David Mark while also nullifying the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Ibadan convention. The apex court set aside earlier “status quo” orders...
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Tinubu Nominates Joseph Tegbe as Power Minister President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Nigeria’s new Minister of Power, forwarding his name to the Senate for screening and confirmation in line with constitutional requirements. The nomination follows the resignation of former minister Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down to pursue elective office, with...
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Filmmaker Mildred Okwo wrote on X on Monday that she expects this year’s AMVCA to be the last one. In a follow-up post, she said owners chasing quick returns wouldn’t keep bankrolling expensive shows that took years to pay back. The new owners are Canal+, the French conglomerate that took control of MultiChoice in September...
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Cancel culture has now become a part of pop culture, with more people getting cancelled over things that were either mainstream years ago or overlooked then. However, the more mainstream cancel culture gets, the more glaring it is that not everyone can be cancelled. This realisation has us wondering: does cancel culture work in Nigeria...
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The Eko Hotel ballroom will fill up on May 9 with the continent’s most powerful cultural architects. Bovi and Nomzamo Mbatha will take the stage to host the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. Joke Silva will preside as head judge over the 32 award categories. The champagne will flow courtesy of luxury spirits...
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ADC, PDP Await Crucial Supreme Court Verdict Ahead of 2027 Elections Opposition parties, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)—are awaiting a decisive Supreme Court judgment on their internal leadership crises, a ruling that could determine their readiness and even eligibility for the 2027 general elections. Party leaders held emergency meetings ahead of...
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Dr Obadare Adewale shared his passion for cybersecurity, which led him to establish Digital Encode Limited. His growth and journey in the tech industry and his dreams for the future. Question 1 Hi Obadare, beyond your love for cybersecurity, who is Obadare when he is not teaching or talking about cybersecurity, and what are simple, everyday...
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Court Restrains INEC from Recognising ADC Congresses A Federal High Court in Abuja has barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any congress organised by a disputed caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), amid an ongoing leadership crisis within the party. The court, in a ruling by Justice...
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Introduction Whether it’s the Forex market or even the cryptocurrency market, some markets are simply volatile. It’s part of their nature. Since supply and demand are constantly shifting, prices will always swing up and down. Sometimes the markets will be choppy, and sometimes they’ll be calm: the key is to navigate volatility effectively and work...
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Asake has confirmed full details of his upcoming album M$NEY, set for release on May 1 on all streaming platforms. The project marks his fourth album since Lungu Boy in 2024. The 13-track album includes previously released songs like WHY LOVE, BADMAN GANGSTA featuring Tiakola, and WORSHIP with DJ Snake. M$NEY also features a collaboration...
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Adeola Ayoola, the founder of Famasi, provided a detailed look into her personal life, the origins of her company, and the challenges of the Nigerian healthcare system during her interview. Personal Background and Interests ● Question 1: Who is Adeola in a quiet moment and what are the everyday things she enjoys?● Answer: I would...
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Four of Nigeria’s most powerful film entities sat at the same table in January 2026 to sign a single production contract. EbonyLife Group, Genesis Group, Nile Media Entertainment, and Silverbird Group are co-producing the film adaptation of Lola Shoneyin’s novel, The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives. The project stars actors like Odunlade Adekola and...
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Speed Darlington joined Peller’s livestream on Monday to explain why he doesn’t upload his catalog to Audiomack. He argued that foreign streaming platforms yield zero actual profit for independent African artists. A parallel conversation erupted online when Portable publicly lamented his own poor digital revenues despite commanding massive global listener numbers. The street-pop star even...
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Wizkid is one of the greatest artists to come out of Nigeria with an incredible discography. With over 25 years as an artist, whose artistry began in the church, he has made his music an important element in Nigerian mainstream media for years. In this article, we rank our favorite Wizkid songs. Don’t like our...
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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...
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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...
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A lot of us started the year 2026 looking to get our summer bodies. Well, what if we told you there are Nigerian meals you can eat to support your weight-loss journey? The most effective Nigerian meals to include in your weight loss are high-fiber meals, and in this article, we list 7 Nigerian meals...
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Lagos has a variety of events this week that cater to all groups. Whether you’re into clubbing, live performances, competitions, food, or raving, there’s something for everyone. Curated for people who enjoy competitive spaces, brand trivia, and those who value networking. It is happening on the 29th of April. Happening on Thursday, the 30th of...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Nollywood has never had a talent problem; what it sometimes has is a casting problem: the wrong actors in the wrong roles, or the right actors in films that do not ask nearly enough of them. Some of the best performers in Nigerian cinema are sitting in comedies and action films when what they really...
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There has been a significant increase in Nigerian Gen Z leaning towards remote jobs, with more people choosing to move away from the traditional working environment, which has long accounted for a higher percentage of the Nigerian workforce. The rush by Gen Zs towards remote work has us wondering, why is almost every Gen Z...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Lagos State is popularly known for its dating scene and what many have called the ‘Situationship Epidemic,’ and it has us wondering why the dating scene is the way it is. Unlike previous generations, this generation has seen more young people opt out of the marital phase of life that was common among older generations....
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Nigerian celebrities are known for bringing their A-game when it comes to fashion, so it is no shocker that we have a top 10 best-dressed celebrities list this month. These celebrities not only wowed us, but they also made it onto our Pinterest board because of how good they looked. Chioma Ikokwu is one of...
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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...
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