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Army Spokesperson
June 19, 2026

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FG to Allow Journalists to Accompany Troops During Military Operations The Federal Government has announced plans to embed journalists, media practitioners, and selected social media influencers with military units operating in conflict zones to provide Nigerians with firsthand accounts of security operations. According to Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, the initiative is aimed at improving... Read More
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The Polygamist: Why Can’t Nigerians Boycott the South African TV Series?
June 19, 2026

The Polygamist: Why Can’t Nigerians Boycott the South African TV Series?

The newly released South African series “The Polygamist” is now number 1 on Netflix Nigeria, even amid growing tensions between the two countries, fueled by xenophobia displayed by South Africans. While many, including Afrobeat superstar Davido, can’t seem to get enough of the show, many Nigerians are using the series to highlight Nigerians’ refusal to... Read More
The Film Blog
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Grammy-Nominated Producer Tay Keith Found Dead at 29
June 19, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Grammy-Nominated Producer Tay Keith Found Dead at 29

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith found dead at 29 Grammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith has died at the age of 29. The producer, whose real name was Brytavious Chambers, was found dead in his apartment in... Read More
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Top 5 Music Publishers For Songwriters and Producers in Nigeria
June 18, 2026

Top 5 Music Publishers For Songwriters and Producers in Nigeria

There are top music publishing companies in Nigeria that serve as a bridge to secure mechanical and performing rights, catalogue monetisation, and the collection of global royalties for producers and songwriters in Nigeria. These companies go from reputable names to up-and-coming publishers. 5 key options for publishing companies are  Sony Music Publishing has existed since... Read More
The Music Blog
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Where is Chioma Kalu
June 18, 2026

The Grim Friday Countdown: Why Nollywood’s Upcoming Releases Will Test Our Appetite for Real-World Drama

Nollywood directors are bypassing the safe romantic comedy blueprint to drop two major thriller properties tomorrow, Friday, June 19. This simultaneous release creates a distinct structural checkpoint for the local film market. Nationwide theatres will premiere Chukwuka Ndife’s gritty crime feature Blood Debt, while Kayode Kasum’s EbonyLife original Where Is Chioma Kalu? launches on internet... Read More
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June 17, 2026

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Minority Lawmakers Say Nigeria Is “Bleeding” Amid Rising Insecurity Members of the Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives have expressed deep concern over the country’s worsening security situation, lamenting that Nigeria is “bleeding” from persistent attacks by terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and other criminal groups. The lawmakers criticised what they described as a lack of... Read More
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Femi Odugbemi
June 17, 2026

Judging Hollywood from Lagos: Femi Odugbemi’s Emmy Seat Highlights Our Content Disconnect

The ongoing nomination voting window for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, running from June 11 to June 22, 2026, marks an important institutional moment for Nigerian cinema. Femi Odugbemi, a veteran filmmaker and academy member, is actively participating as a voting juror for this cycle. Having a home-based professional evaluate Hollywood’s elite television output provides... Read More
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Spotlighting 8 Nigerian Songwriters Behind Great Hits
June 16, 2026

Spotlighting 8 Nigerian Songwriters Behind Great Hits

Behind our favorite Nigerian music hits are some of the most talented songwriters, who have worked with both international and local artists to create masterpieces. These creatives shape the lyrical quality and sound of our favorite Afrobeat hit tracks. In this article, we highlight 8 of our top Nigerian songwriters.  Tobechukwu Victor Okoh, professionally known... Read More
The Music Blog
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Make Music Lagos 2026
June 16, 2026

Can Make Music Lagos 2026 Rescue Live Instrumentation From the Streaming Monoculture? 

Make Music Lagos kicks off its World Music Day events this week, running from June 18 to 21. The festival features live performance advocates like Johnny Drille, Made Kuti, and The Cavemen, shifting the local conversation toward Nigeria’s acoustic landscape. In a digital-first market, songs are routinely engineered to secure short viral moments on platforms... Read More
Deep Dive
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Dangote Cuts Petrol Price by ₦75 as Global Oil Market Eases
June 16, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Dangote Cuts Petrol Price by ₦75 as Global Oil Market Eases

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Dangote cuts petrol price by ₦75 as global oil market eases Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the gantry price of petrol by ₦75/litre, citing easing tensions in the Middle East and their effect on global... Read More
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie accuses Euracare hospital of “cynical delays” in son’s death inquest
June 15, 2026

Weekend Recap | Here’s What Happened Over The Weekend

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie accuses Euracare hospital of “cynical delays” in son’s death inquest Award-winning writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has accused Euracare Hospital in Lagos of deliberately stalling investigations into the death of her 21-month-old son, describing the institution’s conduct as a “monstrous, cynical game.” In a letter dated April 16, Adichie alleged that the hospital... Read More
The Media Blog
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Petrol Could Reduce to ₦900 Per Litre as Global Oil Prices Ease
June 15, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Petrol Could Reduce to ₦900 Per Litre as Global Oil Prices Ease

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Petrol could reduce to ₦900 per litre as global oil prices ease Petrol prices in Nigeria may fall to about ₦900 per litre if the proposed peace deal between the United States and Iran succeeds... Read More
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10 Evergreen Gospel Artists Whose Songs We Still Sing Today 
June 14, 2026

10 Evergreen Gospel Artists Whose Songs We Still Sing Today 

Nigerian gospel music has produced several talented musicians in recent years, but before these artists emerged, there were pioneers who shaped what gospel music is today. These evergreen musicians started their careers decades ago but are still prominent figures in the gospel space, and we still sing their songs today. In this article, we list... Read More
The Music Blog
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June 13, 2026

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Former Army Spokesperson Rabe Abubakar Dies in Bandits’ Captivity Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Director of Defence Information and ex-Army spokesperson, has died while being held captive by bandits after his abduction in Katsina State. The Katsina State Government confirmed that Abubakar died from complications related to diabetes and hypertension while in captivity... Read More
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Weekly Highlights | Here’s What You Missed Over the Week
June 13, 2026

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

FIFA forces Haiti to redesign World Cup shirt over historic revolution tribute Haiti has been forced to redesign its 2026 FIFA World Cup kit after FIFA objected to artwork referencing the historic Battle of Vertières. The governing body raised concerns about silhouettes printed on the shirt’s right hip, inspired by the 1803 battle that helped... Read More
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Elon Musk
June 12, 2026

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Elon Musk Becomes World’s First Trillionaire Elon Musk has become the first person in history to achieve a net worth exceeding $1 trillion, according to the latest global wealth estimates. The milestone was driven primarily by surging valuations of his companies, including Tesla, SpaceX, and other ventures in artificial intelligence, robotics, and infrastructure. Analysts said... Read More
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House of Reps
June 11, 2026

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House of Representatives Passes State Police Bill The House of Representatives has passed the constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police in Nigeria, marking a major step toward decentralising the country’s policing system. The bill proposes moving policing from the Exclusive Legislative List to the Concurrent Legislative List, allowing states to create and control... Read More
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⁠⁠Content Creation Was Never the Plan—Jayonair Opens Up About His Darkest Season
June 11, 2026

Content Creation Was Never the Plan—Jayonair Opens Up About His Darkest Season

Question 1: Hi Jay, before the followers and recognition, before content and radio, who was Jayonair and what pushed you into content creation?  Answer 1: Honestly, radio came first, and it came long before anything else. I’ve been actively on radio for about 12 to 13 years now, starting out through internships and working my... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | “Call of My Life” Nears ₦500m, Becoming Nollywood’s Biggest Film of 2026
June 11, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | “Call of My Life” Nears ₦500m, Becoming Nollywood’s Biggest Film of 2026

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. “Call of My Life” nears ₦500m, becoming Nollywood’s biggest film of 2026 The latest romance drama “Call of My Life” has surpassed ₦498 million at the West African box office, securing its place among the... Read More
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Nepopiano: The Gen Z Artists Are Creating New Nigerian Sounds, And We Are Yet To Catch Up
June 10, 2026

Nepopiano: The Gen Z Artists Are Creating New Nigerian Sounds, And We Are Yet To Catch Up

A new sub-genre has emerged in Nigerian music: “Nepopiano,” a mix of Amapiano, Afrobeat, and the confidence of singers we call “Nepo Babies.” The lyrics and cadence of these artists’ songs speak to their wealth and the privilege they grew up with, and this genre is slowly becoming a hit in the country. However, because... Read More
The Music Blog
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Ayra Starr Aims To Unite African Female Artists. Why Aren’t The Men Doing This?
June 9, 2026

Ayra Starr Aims To Unite African Female Artists. Why Aren’t The Men Doing This?

Ayra Starr is currently enjoying the high of her upcoming album titled “Starrgirl,” but the singer is staying true to herself and carrying African female artists along. At a recent event in London, Ayra Starr shared the stage with Tiwa Savage, where the duo performed their hit song “Stamina.” Still, it is not Ayra’s first... Read More
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu
June 8, 2026

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Tinubu: Fight Against Terrorism Is a National Duty, Not Just the Military’s Responsibility President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that defeating terrorism and insecurity requires the collective effort of all Nigerians and cannot be left solely to the armed forces and security agencies. Speaking amid renewed concerns over kidnappings and terrorist attacks, the President stressed... Read More
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