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The Media Blog: The most important detail from Toke Makinwa’s Rubbin’ Minds interview
You know when someone decides that they are putting their feet on the necks of everyone else, and they won't be taking them off till they're ready? That is what…
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Reading material: What you should be reading if you work in media content (11)
1. Fake News didn't just start today: 2. American TV is really, really expensive: 3. Coming to grips with a "post-truth" era: 4. How do millenials consume news? 5.…
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The Media Blog: And we thought Toke was getting ready to chill
As in. We really thought the promo blitz was dying down. How many covers does this make it now? Even we are losing count.
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The Media Blog: So we watched ‘Afropolitan Chef’ …
We want to call it a bright spot. Because we definitely needs one of those. Yetunde Shorters is a very likable person, and has the right vibe for a cooking…
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The Media Blog: We’re not sure how we feel about Timini on The Spot
We're not exactly thrilled. But we aren't particularly disappointed either. Given the fact he's filling in for Ebuka, he does the job well enough. He fills the space. But, given…
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The Media Blog: You heard the news where again?
This clip is astounding. Tens of millions of Americans believe these same things. — Jonathan Merritt (@JonathanMerritt) December 1, 2016 Watch. From beginning to end. And once again for…
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Reading material: What you should be reading if you work in media content (10)
A tweeting President-Elect: Revisiting an ode to investigative journalism that has become more relevant than ever: StarTimes is doing a lot in Tanzania: CNN, video, millennials: On Trevor Noah and…
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The Media Blog: Africa Magic’s Jamestown (finally) comes on tonight!
About a year ago we got wind that Victor Sanchez Aghahowa had gathered a crop of actors and ferried them off to Ghana for work on a new project. Naturally…
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The Media Blog: We’re reaching peak Toke levels
We should just call this Toke week at this point. Her dedication to pushing this her "On Becoming" book is nothing short of remarkable. Just in case you've somehow managed…
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The Media Blog: Toke is not nearly done, guys
See ehn, Toke will make a success of this book if it's the last thing she does. Shebi you laughed at her before? Don't worry. She's out to get the best…
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The Media Blog: Which one is TalkStuff again?
You think you're tired of social networks? You're joking. They say there's a new one launching in Abuja on the 8th of December. On their website, they call themselves "Nigeria's #1…
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The Media Blog: Bye Bye Shuga
No, the show isn't getting canceled. Not anytime soon, as far as we know. But after 2 seasons in Nigeria, it's time to pack up and set up shop somewhere…
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The Media Blog: This Vimbai interview will make you think
OnoBello.com might not exactly be a site many people flock to for serious or affecting pieces of journalism. Actually, it might not exactly be a site many people flock to,…
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Reading Material: What you should be reading if you work in media content (9)
1. Because post-Trump, rigorous and in-depth reporting is more a necessity than ever before: 2. What is "the truth"?: 3. Facebook, fake-news, and media vs. tech: 4. Football Facebook?: 5.…
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The Media Blog: Just look at these covers, it’s Toke Makinwa vs Maje Ayida today
T No words necessary.
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The Media Blog: In short, Yemi Alade has given up the battle
You people say people should sing songs ‘that makes sense’? Yemi Alade looks at you and wonders who signed a vow of poverty with you. First, Gucci Ferragamo, and now…
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The Media Blog: Who’s watching Motion Town?
Why is no one talking about Motion Town? Don't look to us for answers. We think it has a lot going for it. aren't exactly inundated with Nigerian shows about…
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The Media Blog: We’ve been watching these 3 Nigerian vlogs
Everyone’s favorite (former) child star Benita Okojie, and her sister Bella Rose Okojie (herself a star in her own right, steady on the path of making a name for herself…
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The Media Blog: Jason Njoku stopped being a tech entrepreneur in 2015
Forget all of the "tech" talk. Jason Njoku is now firmly a media entrepreneur. Sure, many may find that difficult to accept, but this isn't one of those media versus tech…
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The Media Blog: Pulse TV might be even more influential than we thought
Because we watched this video and weren't sure if we'd accidentally stumbled onto the Pulse TV page instead. What say you?
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The Media Blog: Coke Studio is pretty good television
It's a bit uneven, as can only be the case with a show whose success depends largely upon the chemistry between the acts headlining each episode. The mash-ups don't always work,…
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The Media Blog: Bobrisky on Sahara Reporters is the strangest thing you will see today
Is this an interview or an interrogation? Why does he seem so tired? Was he forced to do this interview? Might it be time for Bobrisky to cool down with…
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The Media Blog: Do you watch Mr. and Mrs. Kogberegbe?
Guys, things are happening. That's how we found out the other day that a show called "Mr. & Mrs. Kogberegbe" won in the Best Yoruba Sitcom category at the 2016…
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Reading material: What you should be reading if you work in media content (8)
1. It's been quite the sobering week, hasn't it? 2. On Facebook and fake news: 3. If video is the future, Virtual Reality is what? 4. More…
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The Media Blog: Maybe we should be thanking HiTV
Has there been any day where you were on Twitter between the hours of 7:30 and 8:30 pm, and didn't come across a hashtag for one of the Africa Magic's daily programs?…
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The Media Blog: Are you here for a Toke Makinwa memoir?
Maybe we should ask ourselves that question first. Are we here for a Toke Makinwa memoir? We aren't quite sure what the answer is. Or if there is even an…
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The Media Blog: Arese Ugwu is here to slay
Maybe it's the recession. Maybe it's the result of constant badgering and a generation of women awakening and eager to take their lives into their hands. Or maybe the work…
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The Media Blog: The Naked Convos is getting in the TV business
Remember when we mentioned our friends over at The Naked Convos making big moves? Well they've just announced that an adaptation of one of their story series will be released soon. In…
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The Media Blog: Pulse TV is already looking to the future
One simple look at Pulse TV's 'video' page says it all. The publication is already moving strongly into the disaggregated online TV future. Where our friends at BN TV are…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy