#NoComment: Tacha said “nothing,” yet it echoed aloud

If you are a red-blooded Nigerian, you are no doubt familiar with the love we have for Grass to Grace stories. While this is not necessarily a Nigerian thing, we are in the habit of stretching our admiration for this sort of thing to the extreme. We aggressively celebrate people who apparently came from nothing... Read More

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BBN, BBN Reunion, Ebuka, ike, Mercy, Tacha, titans

June 10, 2020

#YNaijaBBNUpdates: At long last, Seyi tenders an apology on Day 6

“Be careful with the words you say, they can be forgiven, but they would never be forgotten.” Perhaps someone should have taught ex-Big Brother Naija housemate the above statement, so he employs tact with the use of words when he is livid, regardless of how infuriating the situation may be. You know it’s going to... Read More

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BBN, BBN Reunion, Diane. Ebuka, Frood, helma, ike, Mercy, Omoshola, Seyi, Tacha, The Big Brother Naija Reunion show

June 10, 2020

#YNaijaNonBinary: Nigeria’s crime against its Queer citizens

In the classic gay narrative, the closet is the only common denominator among members of the LGBTQI community. It is the singular and definitive experience that queer people grapple with, irrespective of their country or culture. But if you’re queer and Nigerian, you know too well that this particular narrative, although universal, is incomplete. Because... Read More

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Chibuihe Obi, Queer Citizens

June 10, 2020

‘Millions and millions of Dollars’ – Everything we know from Hushpuppi’s ‘arrest’

If you use Instagram a lot, and not just to post your photos, but to see all things flashy and shiny, I bet you must have come across one very popular Instagram page belonging to Hushpuppi. If you don’t know what we are talking about, simply put, Ray Hushpuppi is a very popular Nigerian socialite,... Read More

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Hushpuppi, Mompha, Woodberry

June 10, 2020

Victor Osimhen becomes most expensive Nigerian player at €64.3 million | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

Lille striker Victor Osimhen has become the most expensive Nigerian player with a price tag of 64.3 million euros (approximately N29.9 billion in Nigerian currency) according to a new study conducted by CIES Football Observatory. The Nigerian striker is the fifth most valuable player in the French Ligue 1 behind PSG’s Kylian Mbappe (€259.2m), Marquinhos Aoás... Read More

June 9, 2020

Al-Mustapha goes ‘spiritual’, sends Abacha special message | The #YNaijaCover

Chief Security Officer to former Military Head of State, Late General Sani Abacha, Major Hamza Al Mustapha, has said that the death of the former military dictator is a big loss to Nigeria. Mustapha who spoke in Kano on Monday to mark the 22-year commemoration of Abacha’s death, said his late boss was deliberately being... Read More

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June 9, 2020

Missionary position, Hatred for Egusi soup | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. Why are you doing missionary with her legs flat on... Read More

June 9, 2020

Just In: ‘Olu Jacobs is alive and well’

Social media has in the last few hours been awash with rumors on the death of veteran Actor, Olu Jacobs. With a number of Nigerians taking to various platforms to share the unconfirmed report, close sources to the family have confirmed same to be fake including Nollywood Actor and Producer, Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju. ‘Lala’ who... Read More

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Joke Silva, Olu Jacobs

June 9, 2020

Is the era of #MeToo forcing the Nigerian music industry to accountability?

Despite the current pandemic, there has been marches and protests on the streets of Nigeria. Women of all ages came out, wielding placards to protest the abhorrent rape culture in the nation. Women have found courage and strength in sharing their stories and revealing their abusers on social media. This has led to a chain... Read More

The Media Blog

#MeToo movement, #WeAreTired campaign, Brymo, Lady Donli, Mayowa Balogun, Peruzzi, tiwa savage, Tobechukwu Victor Okoh

June 9, 2020

These are the Eritrean girls ‘everyone’ is talking about on Nigeria Twitter

There are quite a number of things that never misses the attention on the streets of Nigeria Twitter, and one of these things are beautiful women. On Twitter, an East African country many may not have heard of is trending and it is not because they have discovered the vaccine for the COVID-19. Eritrea is... Read More

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Eritrea

June 9, 2020

Burna Boy and Wizkid – Who’s got the Range?

by Toluwanimi Onakoya Twitter users have descended into a huge music battle of the best, trying to ascertain who has got the better range; Wizkid or Burna Boy? Many quickly raised the point of Burna Boy’s longevity and versatility as reason why he has more, better range than Wizkid. While others said that Wizkid possesses more... Read More

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“Heaven’s Gate”, Burna boy, Ojuelegba, team Wizkid, wizkid

June 9, 2020

#NIGERIAVSCOVID19: Lufthansa Group is supporting young Nigerian entrepreneurs through the Virtual Impact Week initiative

In a bid to further tackle the challenges of the unprecedented coronavirus pandemic in Nigeria, 93 students and young professionals took part in the #NIGERIAVSCOVID19 Virtual Design Thinking Challenge. The challenge held from May 29 to May 31, 2020 and was organized by Impact Week, an the award-winning German program, in collaboration with the Office of the Special... Read More

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Lufthansa Group is supporting young Nigerian entrepreneurs through the Virtual Impact Week initiative, NIGERIAVSCOVID19, The Corona Battle Angels, The Impact Week

June 9, 2020

This June, Denrele Edun, Elozonam and Anire bring the glitz and glamour of Lagos to Jollof, premiering on Pop Central

Denrele Edun, Elozonam and Anire bring the glitz and glamour of Lagos to Jollof, a show premiering on Pop Central this June. A brand new lifestyle show, Jollof, is coming to TVs nationwide this June on Pop Central station, DSTV 189. The show is hosted by the amazing trio of Denrele Edun, BBN’s Elozonam, and... Read More

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Jollof show on Pop Central

June 9, 2020

‘Ella call me’ – How three words from Tacha started a whole trend

The Big Brother Naija Reunion is one of the most talked-about shows on TV right now, in Nigeria and across Africa, and there are a few people who are keeping the interest and drama heightened and many fans are living for this moment. While many fans are always looking out for what the contestants would... Read More

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#AlphaTacha, Big Brother Naija, Tacha

June 9, 2020

All we gathered on the Mayowa and Nelo unconsented sex tape story

by Toluwanimi Onakoya More and more women over the past weeks have been coming out to share sexual allegations and their own sexual assault stories. This has come against the backdrop of the nationwide cry over the rape and murder of Uwa, and the sexual assault of Jennifer as well. Yesterday, notable talent manager, Mayowa Balogun... Read More

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#JusticeForJennifer, #justicefortina, #JusticeForUwa, #MeToo movement, consent, Lady Donli, Mayowa Balogun, Nelo, rape, Sex tape, Uche Nelo

June 9, 2020

Chude Jideonwo’s book, The Daily Vulnerable now available for order on Amazon and Okadabooks

After two years of closely nurturing over 2,000 subscribers to The Daily Vulnerable – a daily-shared newsletter on vulnerability and living a conscious life of joy, Chude Jideonwo, founder of human flourishing company, Joy, Inc. has shared his teachings in a compact new book of the same title. Described by New York Times bestselling author,... Read More

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Chude Jideonwo’s new book The Daily Vulnerable

June 9, 2020

#YNaijaNonBinary: Feminism from the margins

A few months ago, at a commemorative event for the 25th anniversary of the Beijing Conference, I introduced myself to a room full of Nigerian feminists aged 18 to 80 as “a queer feminist writer.” I hadn’t planned to do this, but the response confirmed my suspicions about how the evening had been envisioned. Brows... Read More

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feminism, gender, non-binary, pride month, rape, Rape culture, sexuality

June 9, 2020

#YNaijaBBNUpdates: Allegations of betrayal and disappointment rock Day 5

The BBN Reunion show, which sees housemates of the Big Brother reality TV show, from the previous season get together and discuss how they have been, and some of the issues that may have rocked the house while they were contestants, began airing on 1st of June 2020. Since the premiere of the Pepper Dem... Read More

Reality TV, The Media Blog

BBN, BBN Reunion, Diane, Ebuka, Ella, Jackye, Joe, kim, Mercy, Sir Dee, Venita

June 9, 2020

Here’s why Jaruma is trending after Monday’s BBNaija reunion show

The Big Brother Naija show is currently one of the most discussed shows in Nigeria and across Africa, as the show promises to entertain viewers with drama and this is one of the reasons why many people watch the show. Following the previous episode of the reunion show, which addressed backstabbers and betrayers, a number... Read More

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Big Brother Naija Reunion, Jaruma, Tacha

June 9, 2020

“Rape is the only crime where the victim doesn’t gain sympathy” | Hauwa Ojeifo opens up about dealing with rape on #WithChude

On the latest episode of #WithChude hosted by founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo, Mind and Mental health coach, Hauwa Ojeifo, shared her rape survival story. “I was diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, from the rape,” said Hauwa, talking about the aftermath of the experience. From self-blame, to guilt and shame, she described her journey... Read More

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Hauwa Ojeifo opens up about dealing with rape, With Chude

June 9, 2020

Here’s why Senator Ndume is calling for salary slash for civil servants | 5 Things that Should Matter Today

Senator Ali Ndume has called for salary slash for civil servants who no longer go to work due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ndume who is the Senate Chairman committee on Army, gave this suggestion when he spoke at a media briefing in Maiduguri, Borno yesterday. He said despite the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, the state and Federal... Read More

June 9, 2020

Blessing Abeng interviews marketing guru Seth Godin and here are the highlights

Who is Blessing Abeng Blessing Abeng is a branding and communications expert dedicated to helping entrepreneurs identify their value, identity, and unique point of view. She helps brands communicate with their team, target audience, partners, and investors. She is also the co-founder of Disha and Director of Communications at Ingressive for Good. She has a podcast where she shares business... Read More

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Blessing Abeng interviews marketing guru Seth Godin

June 8, 2020

Dear FG, Doctors are spoiling for war. Can we bear the cost? | #YNaijaCover

The National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria has announced that the nationwide strike planned by its members will commence next week Monday, and it will be total and indefinite. The association had earlier given the federal and state governments a 14-day ultimatum to implement its demands or face an indefinite nationwide strike. According to the... Read More

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National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria

June 8, 2020

There’s a new Baby Mama drama. Starring: Leader of the 30 billion gang?

For the longest time now, the benchmark for a perfect relationship has been the love tale between Davido and his soon to be bride, Chef Chioma. This couple have managed to serve, young Africans all over the world, the sort of couple goals that would make anyone salivate in envy. It is the perfect tale... Read More

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africa, angola, chioma, Davido, Larissa, nigeria, twitter.

June 8, 2020

Davido’s baby mama drama, Nigerian tech bros and pride | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. It’s been 300 days since i saw Davido online All... Read More

June 8, 2020

“Atiku is coming again” and Nigerians on Twitter have a word or two about it

As former Vice President and 5-time Presidential Hopeful, Atiku Abubakar, tries to sell the idea that he is coming with some form of renewed hope, a lot of Nigerians on Twitter not buying it. This may not be unconnected with the myriad of repetitive promises they’ve had to deal with over the years. With President... Read More

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atiku abubakar, Muhammadu Buhari

June 8, 2020

YouTuber, Jackie Aina is making a bigger name for herself and it stretches our smiles

by Onakoya Toluwanimi “It’s Jackie Jackie Jackie!” Our favourite makeup YouTuber, Jackie Aina continues to inspire us as she makes steady and lengthy strides in the industry. She, amongst other great personalities, was picked to be a part of YouTube’s innovative event titled “Dear Class of 2020” that took place on Sunday, where she addressed... Read More

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barack obama, Black Lives Matter, Jackie Aina, michelle obama, Sharon Chuter., YouTube virtual commencement event

June 8, 2020

Here’s why everyone is talking about Adekunle Gold and Simi

There are quite a lot of celebrity couples in the Nigerian entertainment sphere and while all of these couples are known for certain things, one couple has always shocked Nigerians with one thing that makes Nigerians talk about them for days – Adekunle Gold and Simi. The couple has always put Nigerians in a state... Read More

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Adekunle gold, Simi

June 8, 2020

Lagos state traditional rulers throw weight behind CACOVID to curb community spread of COVID-19

As part of its efforts to fight COVID-19 in Nigeria, the private sector Coalition Against COVID-19 (CACOVID), has joined forces with traditional rulers and community leaders in Nigeria, with the aim of driving education and awareness about the COVID-19 global pandemic deep into the local communities. Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi (Kusenla III), The Elegushi of... Read More

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CACOVID, Lagos state traditional rulers throw weight behind CACOVID

June 8, 2020

Everything that happened on Twitter while you were asleep

It is safe to say that on the streets of Twitter, there isn’t anything that is not discussed; and over the week, there has been a lot of attention towards a lot of social injustices and every section of Twitter got involved in the trend that addressed several of these issues. From the rape allegations... Read More

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