What Angélique Kidjo’s Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Means for African Creators

For more than four decades, Angélique Kidjo has built the kind of career that once offered African artists one of the few reliable routes to global recognition: leave home, enter international music circuits, earn the attention of established institutions and keep going long enough for those institutions to eventually acknowledge you. On August 18, the... Read More

Deep Dive

culture

August 15, 2026

How Davido’s Music Excellence is Influencing Osun Politics

Davido has spent the past few months doing something unusual for one of Africa’s biggest music stars: putting his music career aside to campaign for his uncle. In May, he was unveiled as chairman of the Imole Youth Campaign Team and announced a two-month music hiatus to support his uncle’s re-election campaign. He has since... Read More

Deep Dive

culture

August 9, 2026

Art Exhibitions You Should Check Out Before the End of August

August, unlike Art November, is a slow month for art exhibitions, with most galleries being on a break for the majority of the month. This month is scattered with just a few exhibitions and curated collections from select art galleries, making it a slow month for art in Lagos. The Iwalewa Gallery of Arts is... Read More

Culture

art, ART Exhibitions, culture, entertainment

July 15, 2026

8 Times Nigerian Artists Have Featured In Nollywood Films

Nigerian artists have built a reputation for crossing over into the Nollywood film industry, and although these roles are sometimes minor and often used as a shock factor, in other cases, these artists are the main or secondary characters who go on to wow us with their acting skills. In this article, we list 8... Read More

The Film Blog

culture, entertainment, film, music meets film, Nigerian artists, nollywood

June 18, 2026

Art Exhibitions You Should Check Out Before the End of June

June, much like #ArtNovember, is a blooming month for art exhibitions, with shows slated throughout the month. This month is filled with exhibitions and curated collections from almost every art gallery, giving it the feel of Art November. Hosted by the Adegbola Gallery and the Fresco Gallery, this exhibition explores the artistic prowess of Duke... Read More

Culture

art, Art exhibition, Art galleries, Art Gallery, culture, Media

June 16, 2026

Are Aso Oke and Adire Making Their Way Back to Mainstream Fashion?

A 4-day Adire fashion show was hosted by Eco Bank to showcase the colorful designs and artistry behind Adire clothing. However, this festival is not the first time in recent years that Adire and Aso Oke have been the stars of the show in mainstream fashion, as more brands are including these fabrics in their... Read More

Fashion

adire, aso-oke, clothing materials, culture, Fabrics, materials, nigerian fabrics

May 24, 2026

5 Ways To Receive Sallah Meat From Your Friends

The upcoming Sallah (Eid-el-Kabir) is slated to commence on Wednesday, May 27th, and as the excitement for the festival and public holiday amps up, we are giving you all the information you need to know about how you can get your share of the Sallah meat from your friends. What Do You Know About The... Read More

Culture

community, culture, sallah, sallah festival, sallah meat

May 17, 2026

10 Lagos Art Galleries Worth An Actual Visit

Lagos is a city filled with creatives, as reflected in the galleries scattered throughout the city. In this article, we list ten Lagos art galleries worth visiting at any time of the week or month. Which of the art galleries have you visited, and which will you visit soon? Located on the island, Windsor Gallery... Read More

Culture

art, Art Gallery, Art November, culture, lagos art galleries, Sculpture

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

culture, Lagos City, lagos neighborhoods, lagos state, personality

May 6, 2026

TOP 10 COOLEST BUS-STOP NAMES IN LAGOS

Lagos has some of the most iconic bus stop names, simple, familiar, and deeply connected to daily life. From Maryland to Festac, these are stops almost every Lagosian knows. Which feels most familiar to you? 01 Berger Berger, located at the Ojodu boundary between Lagos and Ogun States, derives its name from the former presence... Read More

Culture

COOLEST BUS-STOP NAMES, culture, lagos

May 4, 2026

10 Nigerian Architectural Masterpieces That We Don’t Appreciate Enough

Nigerian architecture holds significant cultural, historical, and social value. Although Nigeria’s architectural scene has now been influenced by Western architecture, the country’s architectural masterpieces, often underrated and underappreciated, are among its most culturally significant structures that we hope will stand the test of time. In this article, we list out 10 Nigerian architectural masterpieces that... Read More

Culture

Architecture, culture, nigerian architectural masterpieces

May 2, 2026

Top 10 Affordable Restaurants with Instagram-Worthy Aesthetics

Lagos has an extensive list of Instagram-worthy, aesthetically pleasing restaurants, but it’s also important to find affordable ones with exciting views. In this article, we list the top 10 Instagram-worthy aesthetic restaurants you can visit. Have you been to any of these? This Mexican restaurant, located at 79 Younis Bashorun Street, Victoria Island, is picturesque.... Read More

Lifestyle

culture, lagos, Lagos restaurants, lifestyle, restaurants

What is Nigeria’s Coachella? Nigerians Want to know if We Can Host a Festival of That Scale?

April 17, 2026

What is Nigerian Coachella? Nigerians Want to know if We Can Host a Festival of That Scale?

The second weekend of the 2026 Coachella festival is approaching, and it has us wondering whether Nigeria has its own Coachella and whether we could ever host a festival like it. The Coachella festival is a two-weekend event held in the desert near Los Angeles, United States, and it draws thousands of people traveling from... Read More

Top 5 Podcasts Of The Week

It’s another weekend and there is an offering of interesting podcasts to listen to while going about your day, and in this article, we discuss our top five. On this episode, Jola and Fk sit with Dimma Umeh as they discuss the importance of preserving Nigerian culture, and exploring and traveling as a part of... Read More

The Media Blog

culture, episode, modern, Music, podcast

May 31, 2025

5 Events That Shaped Culture This Week

This week has been packed with various occurrences, from happily ever afters to exciting wins and announcements. In case you missed some of these updates, here are some of the events that happened this week. The young couple whose love transcended the borders of their respective countries tied the knot again, and finally, in Tanzania,... Read More

The Media Blog

culture, entertainment, Media

July 6, 2021

Tackling workplace sexual harassment is far easier for organisations than some ad campaigns

Anna’s* career path has been dotted with job switches since she finished NYSC in 2018, for reasons completely unrelated to her competence. Her first job as an accountant for a small firm in Kaduna ended abruptly after 4 months and backbreaking labour to clean up years of shoddy record-keeping and set the firm on course... Read More

Blogs, Non-binary Blog

culture, rape, Rape culture, sexual harassment, workplace

May 19, 2021

RED | For Africa CEO, Adebola Williams to host inaugural Culture Intelligence from RED ‘Marketing Leaders Summit’ this Saturday

Culture Intelligence from RED, a leading think tank on media, marketing, and the culture, will hold its inaugural Marketing Leaders Summit this Saturday, 22 May 2021 by 10am. The virtual interactive session which will be hosted by RED | For Africa CEO, Adebola Williams, will feature industry leaders such as Ngozi Nkwoji, ‎Marketing Manager, Communications... Read More

CifromRED

adebola williams, Brand Building, Brand Marketing, culture

July 31, 2020

From Entertainment, Media, Advocacy to Business | Here’s the #YNaijaPowerList2020 [FULL LIST]

Editors Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, CifromRED, Lists, Top Stories

advocacy, Business, Corporate Nigeria, culture, entertainment, influencers, Media, sports, technology

November 18, 2018

Tokini Peterside, Kola Tubosun, Bobrisky… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Culture

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the culture space. From impressive art gallery owners to editors, visual artists and curators, these bright young minds have taken up the onerous task of preserving our... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Featured

#YNaijaPowerList, #YNaijaPowerList2018, Adenrele Sonariwo, ayodeji rotinwa, Bobrisky, culture, Dike Chukwumerije, Kola Tubosun, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Qudus Onikeku, Seyi Oluyole, Suka Andrew, Tokini Peterside, YNaija Power list

April 19, 2018

Nigerian women are trapped in a dance of culture and Femicide

During an interview, the interviewer, a middle-aged man asked me a rhetorical question, “Do you wish to identify with the sex you were born with or do you wish to identify with another sex?” I retorted, “…the marginalised sex of course …” He looked up, confused, couldn’t write nor concentrate for some seconds and then... Read More

Opinion

culture, Femicide, nigeria, Nigerian women

December 19, 2017

The Thread: Single and searching? 5 Reasons you should consider an Anambra man this Christmas

We caught Sam Hart’s thread, espousing the qualities of an Anambra man and we thought our single ladies will like this. In more ways than one, it fits the profile of an awesome bae. And who wouldn’t like to snag one this christmas? Until the 31st, Operation Seize The Bae will still be active, so... Read More

Opinion

Anambra men, christmas, culture, singles, Weddings

December 13, 2017

Opinion: 5 Reasons why you absolutely should not listen to your parents about career choice

by Daniel Okechukwu Have you ever been in a situation where you felt the need to not listen to your parents on the choice of career? Maybe because they are insisting you forget about your passion and go for a “lucrative course” or the traditional four – Medicine, Law, Engineering, and Accounting. Sometimes, it is... Read More

Opinion

Career choices, culture, nigeria, opinion, parenting

December 6, 2017

Mercy Abang: A superstitious link between dark riches and cerebral palsy is hurting Nigeria’s children

by Mercy Abang Cerebral Palsy, the medical condition that occurs in approximately 2-2.5 of 1000 live births globally according to a Paediatric cerebral palsy report in Africa – the condition is a neurological disorder caused by a non-progressive brain injury or malformation that occurs while the child’s brain is under development. But in the south-eastern... Read More

Citizenship

cerebral palsy, citizenship, culture, nigeria, superstitions

November 24, 2017

FG restates resolve to diversify the economy through culture, tourism

The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has restated the Federal Government’s resolve to diversify the economy through massive investment in culture and tourism. Mohammed highlighted this at the meeting of the National Council on Culture and Tourism held in Dutse, Jigawa. This year’s conference which is the 9th edition focuses on... Read More

The News Blog

culture, diversification, economy, lai mohammed, tourism

October 24, 2017

The Thread: Is leaving an inheritance for your children overrated?

Leaving an inheritance for one’s children is a big part of the Nigerian culture. No parent wants to be “worse than an infidel” and neither do they want their children to suffer more than they did. However in this day and age, is it a worthwhile investment to build houses to bequeath to children? Lolade... Read More

Opinion

culture, inheritance, nigeria, The Thread, Will

October 24, 2017

Opinion: In search of the ‘detribalized’ Nigerian

by Jideofor Adibe Nigerians love buzzwords – slogans that are repeated frequently enough, (and imbued with assumed values), that they begin to sound like established facts or self-evident truths. One of the favourite mantras in Nigeria today is the notion of the ‘detribalized’ Nigerian. Depending on the context and the speaker, this could often mean... Read More

Opinion

culture, Jideofor Adibe, nigerians, opinion, tribalism

October 6, 2017

The Thread: This is one of the most tragic marriage stories ever

The patriarchal nature of the Nigerian environment makes marriage touch-and-go. This means there are almost always tales of woe, particularly from the female folk. From the ever-giving stables of Twitter, here’s another unfortunate marriage story that will make your hair stand on end. See below: https://twitter.com/KelvinOdanz/status/915616623981219840 Gbam!

Gist

culture, Igbo husbands, Marriage, The Thread, tragedy

October 4, 2017

Vera Ezimora: Houston should be called Little Nigeria

First of all, I want to say that my thoughts and prayers are with people who were affected by the senseless gun violence and terrorist attack in Las Vegas. I am so, so sorry. I wish my thoughts could undo the hurt that has been done. I cannot imagine the pain you are growing through.... Read More

Opinion

America, culture, immigrants, nigeria, opinion, Vera Ezimora

October 4, 2017

Opinion: I stopped addressing my older cousins by uncle or aunty and this happened

Tonye Altraide Many Africans refer to anyone older than them as an uncle or aunty. This is meant to indicate a term of respect and to symbolize certain condescension towards older people. You will find this culture, which is most especially rampant in Western Nigeria, also prevalent in many other parts of the continent.... Read More

Opinion

culture, nigeria, opinion, respect, Yorubas

What Angélique Kidjo’s Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Means for African Creators

How Davido’s Music Excellence is Influencing Osun Politics

Art Exhibitions You Should Check Out Before the End of August

8 Times Nigerian Artists Have Featured In Nollywood Films

Art Exhibitions You Should Check Out Before the End of June

Are Aso Oke and Adire Making Their Way Back to Mainstream Fashion?

5 Ways To Receive Sallah Meat From Your Friends

10 Lagos Art Galleries Worth An Actual Visit

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

TOP 10 COOLEST BUS-STOP NAMES IN LAGOS

10 Nigerian Architectural Masterpieces That We Don’t Appreciate Enough

Top 10 Affordable Restaurants with Instagram-Worthy Aesthetics

What is Nigerian Coachella? Nigerians Want to know if We Can Host a Festival of That Scale?

Top 5 Podcasts Of The Week

5 Events That Shaped Culture This Week

Tackling workplace sexual harassment is far easier for organisations than some ad campaigns

RED | For Africa CEO, Adebola Williams to host inaugural Culture Intelligence from RED ‘Marketing Leaders Summit’ this Saturday

From Entertainment, Media, Advocacy to Business | Here’s the #YNaijaPowerList2020 [FULL LIST]

Here’s the full #YNaijaPowerList2018

Tokini Peterside, Kola Tubosun, Bobrisky… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Culture

Nigerian women are trapped in a dance of culture and Femicide

The Thread: Single and searching? 5 Reasons you should consider an Anambra man this Christmas

Opinion: 5 Reasons why you absolutely should not listen to your parents about career choice

Mercy Abang: A superstitious link between dark riches and cerebral palsy is hurting Nigeria’s children

FG restates resolve to diversify the economy through culture, tourism

The Thread: Is leaving an inheritance for your children overrated?

Opinion: In search of the ‘detribalized’ Nigerian

The Thread: This is one of the most tragic marriage stories ever

Vera Ezimora: Houston should be called Little Nigeria

Opinion: I stopped addressing my older cousins by uncle or aunty and this happened

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