October 24, 2026

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

Tope Alabi threatens legal action over defamatory claims linking her to singer’s death Tacha urges BBNaija to take a break and reinvent the show Wike’s son denies $2.1m… Read More

The Media Blog

October 23, 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

October 23, 2026

Haneefah Adam Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Haneefah Adam is a Nigerian visual artist, creator, and founder of Hijarbie, a mini hijab brand. Haneefah earned a degree in Physiology and a master’s in pharmacology, but… Read More

YNaija Masterlist

October 23, 2026

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (October 23rd-25th of October) 

The events happening in Lagos this weekend are diverse and perfect for the demographic that are gospel enthusiasts, competitive spirits, party goers, and lovers of food themed events.… Read More

Lifestyle

October 23, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nollywood Mourns as Veteran Actor Francis Duru Dies at 57

Nollywood mourns as veteran actor Francis Duru dies at 57 Barclays to cut 5,000 jobs as AI reshapes banking industry Obasanjo criticises Tinubu’s reforms, says Nigerians have become… Read More

Top Stories

October 22, 2026

When Did Bollywood Leave Nollywood Behind? 

A yet-to-be-released Bollywood film, ‘Ramayana,’ is trending and has caught the attention of an international audience, and with the success Indian movies have seen on Netflix this year,… Read More

The Film Blog

October 22, 2026

Emeka Nwagbaraocha Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Emeka Nwagbaraocha is a Nigerian scriptwriter, digital creator, influencer, and actor whose career began almost a decade ago.  He began his acting career in 2017 and appeared in… Read More

YNaija Masterlist

October 22, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FRSC Bans Officers from Escorting Politicians Ahead of 2027 Elections

FRSC bans officers from escorting politicians ahead of 2027 elections Over 100 Ogun pupils hospitalised after suspected gas exposure Reps threaten arrest warrants for telecom CEOs over poor… Read More

Top Stories

October 21, 2026

Nigerians Are Yearning For More Young Adult Films, And ‘Tele x Zikora’ Meets That Demand; Here’s How 

Adenike Adebayo-Esho’s new contemporary youth film, ‘Tele x Zikora,’ is set to premiere in Nigerian cinemas on 23 October, and weekend reviews have praised it. The excitement around… Read More

The Film Blog

October 21, 2026

Adenike Adebayo-Esho Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Adenike Adebayo-Esho is a Nigerian entrepreneur, director, filmmaker, and actress. She began her career in law out of a deep personal need for the legal system; however, she… Read More

YNaija Masterlist

October 21, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Police Fire Tear Gas at Lekki Tollgate #EndSARS Memorial

Police fire tear gas at Lekki Tollgate #EndSARS memorial Nigeria confirms an imported Ebola case in Abuja and tracks 44 contacts EFCC arrests Abuja businessman over alleged $120m… Read More

Top Stories

October 20, 2026

Cyber resilience is the foundation for Africa’s next phase of digital growth, Mastercard whitepaper finds 

Digital transformation is unlocking new growth and opportunity across Africa Building the continents cybersecurity workforce, with more than 200,000 roles unfilled at the end of 2025, is emerging as one… Read More

Partners

October 20, 2026

What Can We Expect From This Year’s Lagos Fashion Week? 

Lagos Fashion Week 2026 is set to begin on the 28th of October and run till the 1st of November, and as Nigeria continues to position itself as… Read More

Fashion

October 20, 2026

Isbae U Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Adebayo Ridwan Abidemi, popularly and professionally known as ‘Isbae U,’ is a content creator, comedian, actor, and host of the beloved show ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask.’ He began… Read More

YNaija Masterlist

October 20, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NLC Insists on Ultimatum as Workers Struggle Despite ₦70,000 Minimum Wage

NLC insists on ultimatum as workers struggle despite ₦70,000 minimum wage Nigerian passport plummets to 181st in latest global ranking Burna Boy to perform in India for the… Read More

Top Stories

October 19, 2026

Why Dave’s Concert Could Open the Door to More Shows at the National Theatre

British rapper Dave’s two-day, sold-out performance at the National Theatre as the finale of his The Boy Who Played the Harp tour has raised conversations about the venue’s… Read More

The Media Blog