Weekend Recap: Here’s What You Missed Over The Weekend

This weekend was a slow paced one in the country, with most of the excitement coming from the Big Brother Naija reality show and the Video Music Awards (VMA). Here’s what you might have missed this weekend. Three Evicted From Big Brother House After two weeks of no evictions from the big brother house, three... Read More

The Media Blog

BBN, Doctors, influencers, nollywood, VMA

Chude Jideonwo: Why Natasha Akpoti is the Culture Icon of the Year for 2025

September 8, 2025

Top 5 Pictures Of The Week

Nigerian celebrities have brought the heat picture-wise this week, from studio pictures, to vacation pictures and pictures from campaigns for jewelry brands, there have been beautiful pictures at every turn. The fashion influencer posted pictures of herself in Toronto, Canada wearing a dress and carrying shopping bags. The actress posted pictures of herself in an... Read More

Fashion

fashion, Nigerian celebrities, style

September 6, 2025

Weekly Highlights: Here’s What Unfolded This Week

This week has been one filled with wedding announcements in the Nigerian space, the unfortunate death of a veteran’s son, and the loss of a great Olympic athlete for the country. Here’s a recap of some of the things that happened in Nigerian media space this past week. Power Outage Halts BBNaija Show In the... Read More

The Media Blog

entertainment, Entertainment news, Media, News, Nigerian Media, Showbiz

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Tightens Border Checks Over Ebola Outbreak in DRC

September 6, 2025

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, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. Our mantra is... Read More

The Film Blog

Weekend Watchlist

September 5, 2025

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (September 5th-7th)

It’s another weekend in Lagos, and it is packed with exciting events, from theatre plays, to raves, beach days, club nights and amapiano parties. Happening on the 5th of September, this event is catered for those interested in exploring Lagos on a bus. It comes with a promise of good fun, a chance to network... Read More

Lifestyle

Lagos events, Lagos nightlife, lifestyle, nightlife, parties, Weekend events

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Declares Sept 5 Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid

September 5, 2025

Top 3 Lounges In Lagos To Spend Your Weekend

While Lagos is overflowing with restaurants, there are spaces specially constructed for people who enjoy a space to get good food, and drinks without worrying about the restaurant environment. In this article, we list the top 3 lounges to spend your weekends. Located on the island at Lekki Phase 1, Sailor’s lounge is the perfect... Read More

Lifestyle

Lagos lounge, lifestyle, Soft life, Soft weekend

September 4, 2025

10 YouTube Films To Watch In August

Nigerian movies have been dominating YouTube for a while, and while more actors and movie makers are jumping on the ship, there are some movies to watch on YouTube this month, from romance, to comedy and even thrillers. In this article, we list ten Nigerian movies on YouTube you can binge on. A devoted nurse... Read More

The Film Blog

August watchlist, nollywood, YouTube films, YouTube Nollywood

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | US Donates $32.5m For Food Aid in Nigeria

September 4, 2025

The PCOS Breakdown: Know the Facts, Effects, Symptoms, and Treatments

The month of September is “PCOS Awareness Month,” and there is not enough information on the syndrome, which affects a lot of women all over the world. In this article, we break down all the critical factors surrounding PCOS. Below is a list of topics you will have answers to concerning PCOS: Without further ado,... Read More

Health

PCOS, PCOS month, Polycystic Ovaries Syndrome

September 3, 2025

Get To Know Joseph Bassey Christopher: A Gen Z Designer and Reality TV Star

If you enjoy watching Big Brother Naija, then the name “Topher” is one that you are familiar with, from his season on Big Brother last year. Joseph Bassey Christopher was born on the 14th of January, 2000, and was first popularly known as a blogger on Instagram, who helped his followers expose any fraudulent vendors... Read More

Gen Z

Gen Z, Gen Z role model, Topher

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | UK Pledges Stronger Cybersecurity Support for Nigeria

September 3, 2025

Top 5 Places To Get The Best Pizzas In Lagos

One thing Lagos is not lacking is restaurants, there is an abundance of restaurants but for pizza lovers, there are specific restaurants that serve up the best pizzas you will find in the city. In this article, we list 5 of the best places to get amazing pizza in Lagos. La Taverna Lagos is one... Read More

Lifestyle

Best pizzas in Lagos, pizza, Pizzeria, restaurants

September 2, 2025

Events Happening In Lagos This Week (September 2nd – 6th)

It’s another week in Lagos, and it is packed with exciting events, from art therapies, to raves, theatre plays, and karaoke and taco parties. Happening on the 2nd of September, at Griot Social House, this event is the perfect one for lovers of good food and good music in a club-like atmosphere. This event is... Read More

Lifestyle

Media

September 2, 2025

How To Work From Home in Nigeria Despite Challenges

Working from home, popularly known as “Remote Work” has become a popular way of working, even in corporate settings. As the world becomes more digitalized, there is a surge of companies adjusting to remote work. Challenges Facing Nigerian Remote Workers While remote work has become a popular way to work, it comes with its challenges.... Read More

Deep Dive

Remote work in Nigeria

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Resident Doctors Issue 10-Day Strike Ultimatum to FG

September 2, 2025

Weekend Recap: Here’s What You Missed Over The Weekend

This weekend in Nigeria was filled with positive news, a great loss, and more news on the Big Brother Naija front, here’s what happened over the weekend. Big Brother Naija Star, Phyna, Loses Sister Phyna, winner of season 7 of big brother Naija, has lost her sister. The sister of the reality star was hit... Read More

The Media Blog

Big Brother Naija, celebrity news, Phyna, Showbiz, Weekend Recap

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Orders GenCos to Implement Free Governor Control to Curb Grid Collapse

September 1, 2025

Weekly Highlights: Here’s What Unfolded This Week

This week has been filled with good news on all fronts, from celebrity marriage announcements, album drops and baby announcements. It has been a mostly positive week. Toke Makinwa Welcomes Baby The media personality and entrepreneur has given birth, Toke Makinwa shared the news of the birth of her daughter on her social media accounts,... Read More

The Media Blog

ASUU, celebrity news, Entertainment news, Lasisi Elenu, Media, toke makinwa, Weekly highlights

August 30, 2025

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend

The Film Blog

film, movies, netflix, series

August 29, 2025

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (August 29-31)

It’s another weekend in Lagos, and it is packed with exciting events, from game nights, to art events, daytime raves and beach parties. Happening on the 29th of August, this tropical themed party is dedicated to August celebrants and it is happening at Pop Landmark, by 7pm. This wellness and revamp event is the perfect... Read More

Lifestyle

lifestyle, nightlife, parties

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Justifies New Passport Fees of ₦100,000 and ₦200,000

August 29, 2025

TECNO Spark 40 Series: Balancing Advanced Technology with Everyday Affordability

The Nigerian economy has stretched everyone. Prices continue to rise, yet the average person still requires a reliable phone for work, school, and their daily life. TECNO understands this reality, and with the Spark 40 Series, it is here to address that need. TECNO has shown once again that it is the mobile phone brand... Read More

Partners

gadget, smartphone, Tecno

August 28, 2025

Role Models And How The Concept Changes By Generations

The concept of role models means different things for different people, and for different generations. For some, role models are simply people that inspire you to follow a path or they are people who you build your life around, for others, they are people you pick up little things from to make big changes in... Read More

Opinion

Gen Z, millennial, Opinion piece, role models

August 28, 2025

5 Things To Do In Lagos Before August Ends

The month is coming to a close, but Lagos has not run out of events, exhibitions and plays happening. In this article, we list exhibitions, plays and listening sessions you can attend before the end of the month. This listening session is happening at the center for contemporary art on the 29th of August, and... Read More

Lifestyle

Art exhibition, Lagos events, Listenining party, Plays, Things to do in August

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Jonathan Urges Overhaul of INEC Appointment Process, Electoral Reforms

August 28, 2025

Weekend Recap: Here’s What You Missed Over The Weekend

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Set to Resume After Suspension

Top 5 Pictures Of The Week

Weekly Highlights: Here’s What Unfolded This Week

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Tightens Border Checks Over Ebola Outbreak in DRC

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (September 5th-7th)

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Declares Sept 5 Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Maulud

Top 3 Lounges In Lagos To Spend Your Weekend

10 YouTube Films To Watch In August

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | US Donates $32.5m For Food Aid in Nigeria

The PCOS Breakdown: Know the Facts, Effects, Symptoms, and Treatments

Get To Know Joseph Bassey Christopher: A Gen Z Designer and Reality TV Star

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | UK Pledges Stronger Cybersecurity Support for Nigeria

Top 5 Places To Get The Best Pizzas In Lagos

Events Happening In Lagos This Week (September 2nd – 6th)

How To Work From Home in Nigeria Despite Challenges

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Resident Doctors Issue 10-Day Strike Ultimatum to FG

Weekend Recap: Here’s What You Missed Over The Weekend

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Orders GenCos to Implement Free Governor Control to Curb Grid Collapse

Weekly Highlights: Here’s What Unfolded This Week

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos Records 8,692 Domestic and Sexual Violence Cases in One Year

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (August 29-31)

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Justifies New Passport Fees of ₦100,000 and ₦200,000

TECNO Spark 40 Series: Balancing Advanced Technology with Everyday Affordability

Role Models And How The Concept Changes By Generations

5 Things To Do In Lagos Before August Ends

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Jonathan Urges Overhaul of INEC Appointment Process, Electoral Reforms

Group-themed Activities To Do With Friends

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