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Keji Hamilton and the Empty Throne of Fela Kuti’s Afrobeat
Keji Hamilton’s “Agbaya People” is a rare thing — a genuine attempt at Fela Kuti’s actual sound in an era that samples his catalogue endlessly but rarely plays it.
13/06/2026
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How We Argue
We talk every day — haggling, bantering, praying, debating on X — but how many of us have actually learned how to argue well? In this essay, Obinna unpacks the logical fallacies that shape Nigerian discourse, from hasty generalisations about men to circular defences of faith, and makes the case that good conversation is an art we owe ourselves.
23/05/2026
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Why BNXN Sampling Amadou & Mariam Matters More Than You Think
BNXN just sampled Amadou & Mariam. But African artists have been sampling the continent’s archive for years. So why does this one feel different?
23/05/2026
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Is Celebrity Boxing Nigeria’s Next Big Entertainment Export?
Carter Efe is walking around Lagos calling himself “Carter Mayweather.” Portable is on Instagram accusing everyone of ojoro. DAZN just streamed the whole thing to the world. If you missed it, where have you been?
23/05/2026
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The Quiet Rebellion: What Does Asa, Beautiful Nubia, and Brymo Have in Common?
For the longest time, the sonic adrenaline of Afrobeats overwhelmingly dominates the vibrant, often frenetic landscape of Nigerian popular music, but in the background has…
03/10/2025
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From Show Dem Camp to My Father’s Shadow: Wale Davies’ Multidimension
Wale Davies is not in a hurry when he talks about himself. He knows the weight of memory, how easily it slips through fingers, how…
22/09/2025
Features
Lawrence Oyor is the Gospel Artist of the Year
We are undoubtedly in a time when the pulsating rhythms of Afrobeats and pop dominate Nigerian music charts. There is, therefore, something quietly radical about…
09/09/2025
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Why Is the Internet Surprised? Is Temi Otedola Supposed to Take Her Husband’s Name or Not?
There are weddings—and then there are weddings that rewrite the cultural script. In 2025, Temi Otedola and Mr Eazi managed both. Their union unfolded not…
06/09/2025
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What Does Islam Teach Us About Conserving Natural Resources?
Muslims need to look no further than the Quran for guidance, where there are approximately 200 verses concerning the environment.— Ibrahim Ozdemir When asked about…
01/08/2025
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What the Museum of West African Art Launch Means for Global Cultural Redefinition
The recent unveiling and impending grand opening of the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin City, Nigeria, marks a pivotal moment for African…
07/07/2025
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Jumia Delivery vs. Konga Logistics: A Business Owner’s Guide to E-commerce Fulfillment in Nigeria
For any business operating in Nigeria’s burgeoning e-commerce landscape, efficient logistics are the backbone of success. Jumia and Konga, the two dominant players, each offer…
24/06/2025
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Why the Best Mentors Today Don’t Call Themselves Mentors
The traditional definition of who a mentor is comes from the poem “Odessey” by Homer. In the poem, when Odysseus, the king of Ithaca left…
16/03/2025
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Beyond Male and Female: A Study of Every Other Gender Outside the Conventional
For much of history, societies around the world have categorised gender within a binary framework—male and female. However, as cultures evolve and knowledge expands, it…
02/03/2025
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How to Build a Resilient Creative Business: Financial Planning Checklist for the Unexpected
Running a creative business can be incredibly rewarding. Whether you’re an artist, designer, photographer, writer, or musician, you’ve likely chosen this path because of your…
11/01/2025
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Will Africa Become Another West?
There is no gainsaying that the average educated African today has been raised more with Western ideologies than African ideologies. We can trace this back…
21/07/2024
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All you want to know about Abraham Popoola, the Casca Decius in Atlas
Abraham Popoola’s recent role in the 2024 science fiction thriller ‘Atlas’ has catapulted him into the spotlight. In a film that boasts a star-studded cast,…
25/05/2024
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Can low-budget, high-quality films help African film making?
Bonface Orucho, bird story agency A collaboration between Netflix, South Africa’s National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and distribution partner, Indigenous Film Distribution, has resulted…
29/04/2024
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Acarajé, the popular Brazilian street food with a link to African heritage
Iris Pacheco, bird story agency Lively conversation blends with the rhythmic sizzle of hot oil in Itapuã, a neighbourhood near the coastal city of Salvador…
22/04/2024
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One of these 9 Film Festivals in Nigeria Should Be on Your Radar
If you are a movie lover, you probably know that some of the most prestigious awards in the film industry are given at international film…
11/03/2024
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Music and Bacardi Dance: The Rhythmic Pulse of South African Upbeat Groove
Bacardi Dance, with its infectious energy and booty-shaking moves, has taken the dance world by storm. But what’s the secret ingredient that makes those hips…
06/03/2024
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How Hubert Ogunde Pioneered the Nigerian Theatre and Culture Landscape
Hubert Adedeji Ogunde, born on July 10, 1916, in Ososa, Ogun State, Nigeria, left an indelible mark on the world of theatre, music, and Nigerian culture. As…
06/03/2024
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Is Queerness a Catalyst for Creativity?
According to World Population Review, Nigeria ranks first on the list of most violently homophobic countries. In the northern region, there is a death penalty…
03/09/2022