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Hidden Gem YouTube Films
May 11, 2026

10 Hidden Gem YouTube Films That You Should Watch Before The End Of May

The Nigerian YouTube film space offers a wide range of films you can watch. In this article, we list our 10 hidden-gem YouTube films that you have to watch before the end of May. These films will captivate you and have you wanting more. This film follows the life of a young woman whose life... Read More
The Film Blog
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Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board
May 11, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

JAMB Exempts Education, Agriculture Candidates From UTME The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates seeking admission into Education programmes and agriculture-related non-engineering courses in Colleges of Education and Polytechnics will no longer be required to sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The policy, unveiled during the 2026 admissions policy... Read More
Entertainment, The Music Blog, The News Blog
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The AMVCA Red Carpet Is Where Nollywood Tells the World What It Thinks of Itself. This Year's Said Something Worth Examining.
May 11, 2026

The AMVCA Red Carpet Is Where Nollywood Tells the World What It Thinks of Itself. This Year’s Said Something Worth Examining.

Queen Mercy Atang walked into the Eko Hotel convention centre on May 9 wearing a gold gown shaped like a bread pyramid. She carried a literal pot of beans as an accessory. Eniola Ajao arrived in a yellow dress constructed entirely from inflated balloons. A few feet away, actors like Osas Ighodaro and Mercy Eke... Read More
Deep Dive
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weekend recap
May 11, 2026

Weekend Recap | Stories You May Have Missed This Weekend

Kanayo O. Kanayo condemns xenophobic attacks in South Africa at AMVCA Kanayo O. Kanayo has called for an end to xenophobic attacks in South Africa, describing the violence as a threat to African unity. The veteran actor made the appeal while accepting the Industry Merit Award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in Lagos,... Read More
The Media Blog
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos Shuts Section of Eko Bridge for Emergency Repairs
May 11, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos Shuts Section of Eko Bridge for Emergency Repairs

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Lagos shuts section of Eko Bridge for emergency repairs The Lagos State Government has announced the indefinite closure of the outbound section of the Eko Bridge leading to Lagos Island for urgent safety checks and... Read More
Story of the day
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8 Lagos Neighborhoods And The Personality Type That Lives In Each One 
May 10, 2026

8 Lagos Neighborhoods And The Personality Type That Lives In Each One 

Lagos has several neighborhoods that house different personality types, and while all parts of the city can host them, Nigerians often characterize these types based on their living conditions.  In this article, we categorized the personality types of 8 Lagos neighborhoods. What do you think we are missing? Which do you agree with?  Those who... Read More
Culture
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Weekend Recap | Here's What You Missed Over the Week
May 9, 2026

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

This week’s reports range from new music collaborations and the World Cup opening headliners to box office disappointments and more. Find out what you may have missed this week in our weekly highlight. Adekunle Gold Releases ‘Fuji Xtra’ Album With Olamide, Simi, and TML Vibez Adekunle Gold has released Fuji Xtra, a five-track extension of... Read More
The Media Blog
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May 8, 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, 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
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Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (May 8th - May 10th)
May 8, 2026

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (May 8th – May 10th)

Lagos has a variety of events this weekend that cater to all groups. Whether you’re into clubbing, live performances, competitions, networking events, or raving, there’s something for everyone.  Happening on Friday, the 8th of May, this event is the perfect way to spend the day with your girls, with good music and good drinks. Happening... Read More
Lifestyle
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Kemi-Adetiba
May 8, 2026

Kemi Adetiba Directed the Most Nominated Series at the AMVCA. She Was Not Nominated for Best Director. That Evokes Curiosity.

To Kill A Monkey secured eight nominations ahead of the May 9 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. The series dominated the technical and acting categories, earning the third-highest nomination total of the 12th edition. The recognition raises an interesting question about the voting mechanics. Kemi Adetiba received no nomination for Best Director. Stella Damasus received... Read More
Deep Dive
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | WHO Confirms That Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak Is Not Another Covid-19
May 8, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | WHO Confirms That Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak Is Not Another Covid-19

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. WHO confirms that cruise ship Hantavirus outbreak is not another Covid-19 The World Health Organization (WHO) has assured the public that the hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius is not the start of another... Read More
Story of the day
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May 7, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved his redeployment as Nigeria’s ambassador-designate to South Africa after he personally requested a transfer from Germany for “personal reasons” and due to his stronger interest in African diplomacy and pan-African affairs. Fani-Kayode said he wrote to Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar expressing... Read More
The News Blog
Did the COVID-19 Pandemic Change the Path of Nigerian Content Creation? 
May 7, 2026

Did the COVID-19 Pandemic Change the Path of Nigerian Content Creation? 

It has been six years since the COVID-19 lockdown, but its impact on certain industries has become long-lasting. While the COVID-19 pandemic was dangerous, it changed the pathway for many content creators in Nigeria and opened a broader range of opportunities for people whose job description is content creation.  Wondering how the COVID-19 pandemic impacts... Read More
Culture
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Africa Film Fund
May 7, 2026

A Billion Dollars Just Entered the African Film Ecosystem. You Probably Can’t Access It.

Over $1 billion is entering the African film ecosystem. Afreximbank launched the Africa Film Fund, capitalised at $1 billion and managed through its private equity arm, FEDA. Next Narrative Africa and HEVA Fund jointly deployed a $40 million financing vehicle. Industry press releases project massive opportunities for local creators. But a close reading of the... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 2026 World Cup Visa Rules Raise Questions for Nigerian Fans
May 7, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | APC Waives Screening for Tinubu Ahead of Primaries

APC Waives Screening for Tinubu Ahead of Primaries The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially waived the screening requirement for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the party’s 2027 presidential primaries, declaring him “duly screened” under its constitution. The decision was taken by the party’s National Working Committee during its 188th meeting, with the APC citing... Read More
Story of the day
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May 6, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Akpabio, Oshiomhole Clash After Senate Tightens Leadership Rules A heated confrontation broke out in the Senate between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Adams Oshiomhole shortly after the chamber amended its rules to restrict top leadership positions to lawmakers with at least two consecutive terms, a change that effectively disqualifies Oshiomhole and other first-term senators.... Read More
The News Blog
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Davido Announces Two-Month Hiatus From Music to Focus on Supporting Uncle's Political Campaign
May 6, 2026

Davido Announces Two-Month Hiatus From Music to Focus on Supporting Uncle’s Political Campaign

Davido has announced a two-month break from music to support his uncle Ademola Adeleke’s re-election campaign. Speaking in Ede, Osun State, the singer was unveiled as chairman of the Imole Youth Campaign Team, a group focused on mobilising young voters ahead of the governorship election. He said his decision goes beyond family ties, noting his... Read More
The Media Blog
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Are You a Cinephile If You Haven’t Watched These 10 Nigerian Films?
May 6, 2026

Are You a Cinephile If You Haven’t Watched These 10 Nigerian Films?

Many of us say we are cinephiles, but are you really one if you haven’t seen some of the films that Nigerian directors have put out over the past 3 decades? Nollywood releases great films with an exceptional cast almost every year, and if you haven’t seen the 10 on this list, have you really... Read More
The Film Blog
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Africa's Gaming Industry Is Worth $1 Billion. Nigeria Has Almost No Stake in It.
May 6, 2026

Africa’s Gaming Industry Is Worth $1 Billion. Nigeria Has Almost No Stake in It.

A teenager in Yaba buys a digital skin in a mobile battle royale game. The transaction takes three seconds. The financial value immediately exits the Nigerian economy. Millions of young people execute that exact transaction every day across the country. They generate massive revenue for global publishers without a single local game development studio touching... Read More
Deep Dive
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