It’s one thing to experience day-to-day life in Nigeria with the incessant traffic, covert classism, bustling nightlife, Detty December, IJGB wars, raves, X (formerly Twitter) bants, and a million other canonical Nigerian moments. It’s another thing entirely to pick up a book written by a Nigerian and be blown away by how familiar yet profound…
The Afrobeats crown has officially been thrown into the ring. Nigerian rap heavyweight Olamide Badoo has set the internet ablaze after publicly declaring Wizkid as the rightful heir to Fela Kuti’s throne. Olamide Picks His King It happened in Toronto, during a guest appearance at York University. Calm, assured, and unapologetic, Olamide Badoo dropped a…
Very often, I see that the thriller and horror genres of film or books are used interchangeably, and it’s easy to see why. Both genres keep you on the edge of your seat, both make your heart race, and both revolve around tension, fear, and danger. They often feature dark settings, life-or-death stakes, and characters…
Netflix has changed how we watch TV. With over 270 million paying subscribers around the world, Netflix disrupted the television industry. From releasing full seasons to creating worldwide trends that had social media buzzing, Netflix Originals have become cultural milestones. Whether you like your dramas dark, witty, or romantic, there’s at least one Netflix show…
You’ve been showing up, taking initiative, hitting deadlines, and maybe even mentoring new teammates. But your paycheck does not match your responsibilities. If that sounds familiar, it might be time to talk numbers: calmly and confidently. 1. Know your value before you ask Confidence comes from evidence. Research what people in your role are earning,…
A song titled ‘Walk My Walk’ by Breaking Rust, an AI-generated artist, has reached the summit of the latest Billboard Country Digital Song Sales chart. This accomplishment has sent shockwaves through the industry, which is still coming to terms with the disruptive potential of AI. The song, which has garnered over 3.5 million Spotify streams,…
Civil society group ‘Stand Up Nigeria’ has strongly condemned the decision of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to ban the production, distribution, and consumption of alcoholic beverages in sachets and small-volume bottles, describing the move as “arbitrary, illegal, and economically disastrous.” At a press conference held in Abuja on…
Relationships today don’t look the way they did for our parents. They had strict social rules and dated strictly for marriage. Today, most of what we know about love and relationships comes from movies, celebrities, and books. We have loose rules and have developed various relationship types, including situationships, open relationships, threesomes, and quiet agreements….
Another day, another on-set meltdown. This time, the storm brewing within Nollywood’s production ecosystem involves actor Taye Arimoro and actress-producer Peggy Ovire, whose confrontation on a film set recently devolved into physical violence, viral videos, and divided public opinion. What started as a scheduling disagreement reportedly spiralled into chaos, exposing once again the industry’s fragile…
Marriage is one of the most significant milestones in life, symbolizing a lifelong commitment between two people. In Nigeria, like in many countries, this commitment is not only emotional and social but also legally binding. A valid marriage certificate is the official proof that a marriage has been legally recognized under Nigerian law. Beyond its…
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