May 3, 2026

What is the Beauty Standard in Nigeria, and why is Everyone Chasing it?

Every few months, a conversation rises on social media about the conventional body type or beauty standard in Nigeria, and it has us wondering whether there is one… Read More

Editor's Pick

May 2, 2026

Which Artist Has The Most Loyal Fanbase in Nigeria?

Nigerian celebrities have built huge, loyal fanbases, with some having stronger ones than others. Some of these fanbases not only stream and hype up music from their favourite… Read More

Entertainment

May 2, 2026

The Michael Jackson Biopic Made $217 Million in a Weekend. African Music Has the Stories. It Doesn’t Have the Studios.

The box office receipts for Lionsgate’s Michael arrived in late April, and the numbers looked like a world tour. The Antoine Fuqua-directed film pulled $217 million globally in… Read More

The Film Blog

May 2, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Xenophobia: Nigerians Opt to Return Home as Attacks Worsen in South Africa

Xenophobia: Nigerians Opt to Return Home as Attacks Worsen in South Africa Carter Efe Defeats Portable in Celebrity Boxing Showdown Nigeria’s Debt to World Bank Rises by $2.08bn… Read More

Story of the day

May 2, 2026

Top 10 Affordable Restaurants with Instagram-Worthy Aesthetics

Lagos has an extensive list of Instagram-worthy, aesthetically pleasing restaurants, but it's also important to find affordable ones with exciting views. In this article, we list the top… Read More

Lifestyle

May 1, 2026

CV Mistakes that Cost Candidates Interviews

Have you ever spent hours perfecting your CV, only to be met with total silence from every employer you applied to? It is one of the most frustrating… Read More

Sponsored

May 1, 2026

Foreign Private Equity is Quietly Buying Nollywood’s Distribution Pipelines While We Celebrate Netflix Deals

X timelines routinely erupt in celebration when a local movie secures a global streaming deal on Netflix or Prime Video. These acquisition announcements generate massive engagement and validate… Read More

Deep Dive

May 1, 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,… Read More

The Film Blog

May 1, 2026

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (May 1st-May 3rd)

Lagos has a variety of events this weekend that cater to all groups. Whether you're into clubbing, live performances, competitions, food, or raving, there’s something for everyone.  Element… Read More

Lifestyle

May 1, 2026

7 Ways You Could Spend Your Worker’s Day Holiday

Workers’ Day falls on the 1st of May, and it is important to enjoy the day off work. To make the most of your holiday and create memories… Read More

Culture

May 1, 2026

Qing Madi is 19 and Fighting a $1 Million Lawsuit From Her Own Label. This Industry Has Seen This Before

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… Read More

The Music Blog

May 1, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Supreme Court Restores Mark-Led ADC Leadership as PDP Convention Is Voided

Supreme Court Restores Mark-Led ADC Leadership as PDP Convention Is Voided Dangote Refinery Recalls Engineers After Union Face-Off Britney Spears Charged with DUI After California Arrest Olivia Rodrigo… Read More

Story of the day

April 30, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Tinubu Nominates Joseph Tegbe as Power Minister Supreme Court Voids PDP Ibadan Convention Sisi Alagbo’s Husband Apologises Over Leaked Sex Tape Kobbie Mainoo Signs New Manchester United Contract… Read More

The News Blog

April 30, 2026

Mildred Okwo and Canal+ Just Showed Us Who Really Decides Nollywood’s Biggest Night

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… Read More

Deep Dive

April 30, 2026

Does Cancel Culture Work in Nigeria, and Who Has Successfully Been Cancelled?

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… Read More

Editor's Pick

April 30, 2026

Africa’s Biggest Film Awards Are Now Owned by a French Company. Has Anyone Thought About What That Means?

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… Read More

Deep Dive