June 9, 2026

Why Davido’s Stamp Validates the Mr P Solo Era 

Mr P dropped his new single "I Can't Look Away" over the weekend, and the immediate reaction from industry royalty completely disrupted the timeline. Davido openly validated the… Read More

Deep Dive

June 9, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Abducted School Principal Clarifies Kidnappers’ Demands in Oyo Attack

Abducted school principal clarifies kidnappers’ demands in Oyo attack Idris Elba says James Bond does not need a “woke” remake Don Jazzy opens up about lasting impact of… Read More

Story of the day

June 8, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Tinubu: Fight Against Terrorism Is a National Duty, Not Just the Military’s Responsibility FG Slashes Ministers’ Imprest to ₦700,000, Tightens Spending Controls Lizzo Says Streaming Changes and Career… Read More

The News Blog

June 8, 2026

Who Are The OG’s Of YouTube Nollywood? 

Nollywood YouTube has started gaining prominence now and has become one of the most popular streaming platforms in the country, but before its prominence, there were YouTube filmmakers… Read More

The Film Blog

June 8, 2026

Burna Boy, Davido, Rema, and Ayra Starr Are On The FIFA Album! Nigerian Artists Are Leading The Sound of Africa 

On the 3rd of June, FIFA announced a global lineup of artists for the World Cup album. Much to our delight, 4 Nigerian artists made the list, making… Read More

The Music Blog

June 8, 2026

The Critics Reached Tribeca Without Nollywood. What Did They Get Right?

A documentary about five cousins from Kaduna opened at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York on 5 June. The film is called Crocodile. It premiered at the… Read More

Deep Dive

June 8, 2026

Weekend Recap | Here’s What Happened Over The Weekend 

Ariana Grande returns to touring with the ‘Eternal Sunshine’ tour after seven years “It was an 'accident'”—Osuofia reveals how he stumbled into acting Niniola's cryptic post amid mourning… Read More

The Media Blog

June 8, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Court Declares National Assembly’s ₦110bn Vehicle and Allowances Spending Unlawful

Court declares National Assembly’s ₦110bn vehicle and allowances spending unlawful P!nk and Megan Thee Stallion revive ‘Lady Marmalade’ at Tony Awards Tinubu promises Nigeria will not yield to… Read More

Story of the day

June 7, 2026

Why Don’t We Have Love Island In Nigeria Despite Its Massive Fanbase?

Love Island is currently airing, and as usual, the reality show has social media buzzing with commentary, with many picking their favourite islanders and their favourite couples. The… Read More

Reality TV

June 7, 2026

7 Sunday Morning Songs From Nigerian Artists That Were Not Made For Church But Feel Like They Were 

Nigerian secular songs that sound like gospel tracks usually feature spiritual themes like gratitude, divine protection, and triumph over adversity, mixed with uplifting melodies. While they are not… Read More

The Music Blog

June 6, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Kidnappers of Ex-Army General Demand Release of Livestock and their Members in New Video AY Makun Defends Show Postponement, Criticises Selective Outrage Over Oyo Abduction Pasuma Threatens Legal… Read More

The News Blog

June 6, 2026

Should Wizkid And Other Celebrities Speak Up On Nigerian Issues Or Not? 

The high rate of insecurity in Nigeria has had everyone on edge, especially in the last three weeks since the kidnapping of the children and teachers in Oyo… Read More

Editor's Pick

June 6, 2026

Mainland to Island: The Raves Redefining the Lagos Weekend

Lagos nightlife is expanding past the traditional club model. For a long time, weekend options meant spending heavily on VIP tables or dealing with mainstream radio loops. Right… Read More

Deep Dive

June 6, 2026

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

Phyna apologises to Police as she retracts arrest claim Odumodublvck calls out arrest scheme as Chocolate City responds Kunle Afolayan speaks out on rising insecurity in Nigeria YouTuber… Read More

The Media Blog

June 5, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

FCT Police Enforce Tinted Glass Ban, Seize Over 30 Vehicles Lamine Yamal Wins LaLiga Player of the Season Award Merlin and Ted Lasso Star Anthony Head Dies at… Read More

The News Blog

June 5, 2026

Qing Madi Released “Barely Legal” While Fighting A $2 Million Lawsuit, and The Title Was Not an Accident 

Teenage singer Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma, professionally known as Qing Madi, has been in a legal battle with her former management label, JTON, which she claims has hindered her… Read More

The Music Blog