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March 12, 2026

LAMATA Provides Extra BRT Buses To Nigerians After Content Creator Exposes Shortage on Social Media

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has announced that it has added 15 to 25 new BRT buses to the number available for Nigerians commuting in Lagos State. This new improvement comes shortly after a Nigerian content creator, Ella, posted videos online about the shortage of BRT buses for those looking to earn a... Read More
For The Culture
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January 7, 2026

Should Everyone Be Allowed to Start a Podcast, or Is the Space Becoming Too Loud?

In the past decade, podcasting has grown into one of the most accessible forms of media creation. What once felt niche has now become mainstream, with new podcast shows emerging almost daily. From casual conversations between friends to guest-driven discussions on relationships, politics, and social norms, podcasts have become a modern version of the talk... Read More
Culture
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Softmadeit
November 19, 2025

How Well Do You Know SoftMadeIt? Here’s a Brief Re-introduction to the Gen Z Dancer, Singer, and Digital Creator

If you are conversant with TikTok and Instagram, the name “SoftMadeIt” is one you are most likely familiar with.  Jerry Chuk, born on August 2nd, 1996, is a 28-year-old Gen Z Dancer, singer, and creator whose professional name is “SoftMadeIt” and has millions of followers across Instagram and TikTok.  Soft began his career as a... Read More
Gen Z
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Get an Inside Look into the Shocking Story of Paystack’s Co-Founder, Ezra Olubi 
November 17, 2025

Get an Inside Look into the Shocking Story of Paystack’s Co-Founder, Ezra Olubi 

Twitter has been abuzz for the past week over gory revelations made about Paystack co-founder Ezra Olubi, the 39-year-old tech guru, who is popular on the X platform (formerly Twitter) for his peculiar way of tweeting and his popularized friendship brunches, has now become embroiled in what can only be described at a total wipe-down... Read More
The Media Blog
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“Many People” The Non-Stop Trending Sound in Nigeria by AG Baby
October 29, 2025

“Many People” The Trending Sound in Nigeria by AG Baby

Nigerian musicians are often the source of trending dance and video challenges on social media platforms, from funny sounds to a specific part of a song going viral and becoming an earworm, to creating unique transitions from certain songs. To keep you up to date on the latest trend, we take a look at Adekunle... Read More
The Media Blog
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Google, Microsoft, TikTok Remove 13 Million Accounts for Violating Rules
August 21, 2025

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Google, Microsoft, TikTok Remove 13 Million Accounts for Violating Rules

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Google, Microsoft, TikTok remove 13 million accounts for violating Rules Global tech giants Google, Microsoft, and TikTok have deactivated over 13 million social media accounts that breached platform guidelines. Alongside this, about 58.9 million pieces... Read More
Rankings
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Skit Makers, TikTokers, and Influencers: Who Really Runs Nigerian Social Media?
March 25, 2025

Skit Makers, TikTokers, and Influencers: Who Really Runs Nigerian Social Media?

Social media in Nigeria is a battlefield of content, where skit makers, TikTokers, and influencers compete for attention. From hilarious comedy skits to viral dance challenges and lifestyle content, these digital creators shape online conversations and trends. But who truly dominates Nigerian social media? Skit Makers: The Kings and Queens of Comedy Nigerian skit makers... Read More
Opinion
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November 4, 2024

Weekend Recap In Case Your Missed It | Netflix, Dimeji Ajibola, Bobrisky, Solomon Buchi

Nigerian filmmakers shine at the Netflix “Lights, Camera, Naija” event Nigerian actors, actresses, and filmmakers were all present at the Royal Box Event Centre on Saturday, November 2, as Netflix celebrated the Nigerian film industry, calling all stars to merry and mingle at the event. Hosted by Ebuka, the event was themed ‘Cabaret Chic’ and... Read More
The Media Blog
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Top 10 TikTok Content Creators To Follow in Nigeria
September 5, 2024

Top 10 TikTok Content Creators To Follow in Nigeria

In Nigeria, TikTok content creators are one of the primary reasons why we subscribe for data on our smartphones as they keep the information and entertainment flowing. The digital space is filled with innovative content creators shaping online media’s future. Content creation has evolved from creators being internet sensations to admirable career paths. There are degrees in... Read More
The Media Blog
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September 14, 2023

Here Are The Leading Content Creators Of The Week: Shaping the Nigerian Content Landscape

Content creators hold a special place in the vast world of social media. They can captivate our attention, tickle our funny bones, and inspire us with their creativity. These creators reign supreme in Nigeria’s entertainment sphere, bringing joy and laughter to our lives through platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Join us as we unveil the... Read More
Rankings, The Media Blog
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August 21, 2023

SERAP Tells Tinubu to Halt Life Pensions for Wike, Umahi, Others or Face Legal Action; ECOWAS Rejects Niger Junta’s Three-Year Transition Plan | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss SERAP Tells Tinubu to Halt Life Pensions for Wike, Umahi, Others or Face Legal Action In a recent statement, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has made a compelling call to President Bola Tinubu, urging him... Read More
Rankings
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June 24, 2023

Okonjo-Iweala Responds to Social Media Criticism Over Missing Picture with President Tinubu

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), faced criticism for not sharing a picture of herself with President Bola Tinubu among the photographs she posted from the leadership summit in Paris. The summit, focused on the new global financial pact, brought together Tinubu and other world leaders from June 22 to 23.... Read More
Blogs
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February 21, 2023

Hacker posted fake CBN statement on my social media – Aisha Buhari

Aisha Buhari, the wife of President Muhammadu Buhari, says the false statement on the extension of the old naira currency deadline, posted on her social media accounts, was the work of a “hacker”. On Tuesday, a statement purportedly signed by Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) spokesperson Osita Nwanisobi spread like wildfire through social media. According... Read More
Deep Dive
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February 2, 2023

‘Serial entrepreneur’ selling new naira notes on social media arrested by ICPC

One Oluwadarasimi Emma has been detained for allegedly selling new naira notes on social media, according to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The ICPC’s spokesperson, Azuka Ogugua, released a statement late Wednesday night in which they accused serial entrepreneur Emma of working with “important players” in the banking industry to... Read More
Deep Dive
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November 10, 2022

We have no plans to ban any social media platform in the country however, we are monitoring recent Twitter developments – Lai Mohammed

The Nigerian government has stated that it has no plans to again prohibit social media platforms in the nation. Alhajir Lai Mohammed, the Minister of Information, revealed this at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday. According to the Minister, the federal government would not allow any platform to precipitate a national emergency. Following Twitter’s... Read More
The News Blog
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Uganda
January 13, 2021

There’s a social media shutdown in Uganda ahead of its presidential election

Ahead of Uganda’s presidential and parliamentary elections on Thursday that pits the enduring incumbent Yoweri Museveni against opposition frontrunner and popular singer Bobi Wine, the country has restricted access to social media and other messaging apps. Users started to complain about the blackout on Tuesday. Uganda’s communications regulator (UCC) ordered the country’s internet service providers... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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November 3, 2020

Northern governors join push for social media regulation and the reasons are obvious

There seems to be something about social media that Nigerian leaders are wary about and the latest move from Northern governors, joining the political bandwagon campaign for social media regulation should not be confounding. This generation has probably been the most blessed with the advent of social media. Virtual communication became sisters with physical communication... Read More
Counter Culture Blog, Deep Dive
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#DontRushChallenge
March 31, 2020

In this era of ‘breaking news,’ #DontRushChallenge may just be your antidote for the pandemic

What a time for a pandemic! As tragic as the current global health crisis is, it’s troubling to grasp how much worse it would have been, if ease of access to the internet was still a myth. As we confront our generation’s toughest crises yet, it is comforting to know that we all as a... Read More
The Media Blog
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December 31, 2019

What Pamilerin’s Twitter suspension tells us about our changing celebrity culture

Less than a day after the suspension of his second Twitter account, Social Media personality and marketing strategist Adegoke Pamilerin Emmanuel, known commonly as Pamilerin or OmoIyaOlogi, has been able to garner up to twenty-four thousand followers. A testament to the staying presence of the influencer market in a world racing towards a more diverse... Read More
The Media Blog
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August 17, 2018

How Nigerian celebrities became motivational speakers on social media

Social media, before troll toxicity and the poisonously paranoid atmosphere of fake news, was a fairly decent place. And on Twitter, all of human interaction was reduced into a lifelong series of benign likes, mundanely telling strangers about your upcoming birthday or pet cat. As a primitive attraction, inspirational messages and posts was a surefire... Read More
Featured, The Media Blog
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July 3, 2018

#YNaijaSays: President Buhari’s social media ‘advisors’ should blame the killer herdsmen not the media

We know you are paid to work for the presidency, but when it comes to certain things, like the loss of human lives in mindless killings and slaughters from killer herdsmen, you are not paid to lose your soul and every shred of humanity you may have. According to a report from Human Rights Organisation,... Read More
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