How Branding Became the Heart of Nigerian Pop Music
A few weeks ago, a photo of American singer and songwriter Khalid went viral on Twitter. His hair was dyed bright blue and styled like a pop star. Someone quote-tweeted…
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“Private Jets & No Baby Mamas”: Tiwa Savage’s Wishlist Sparks Online Culture War
Last week, Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage stirred the internet with frank commentary about her evolving romantic standards. During a recent interview, the singer, long celebrated as one of the genre’s…
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“Patient Capital, Fresh Mindset” Experts chart new course for Nigeria’s creative economy at QEDNG summit
Experts have called for a fundamental shift in how Nigeria’s creative industry is funded and perceived at the maiden QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit. Held in Lagos on Tuesday, the summit,…
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Why Davido’s Sound Sultan Tribute Matters More Than You Think
Last month, we wrote an essay on how new Nigerian pop stars are paying homage to their icons via their songs and song titles. It’s beautiful to see that even…
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Davido and Chioma Tie the Knot in Lavish Miami Ceremony
Afrobeats superstar Davido, born David Adeleke, and his beloved Chioma Rowland have officially tied the knot in a stunning white wedding ceremony held in Miami, USA. The highly anticipated event…
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Mr Eazi, Temi Otedola Wed in Private Iceland Ceremony
Nigerian singer Oluwatosin Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi, has married actress Temi Otedola, daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, in an intimate wedding ceremony in Iceland. The couple exchanged…
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The Internet Made You Grow Up Too Fast but You Can Slow Down
In today’s Nigeria, being young often feels like being in a constant audition. Whether it’s TikTok dances, glow-up videos, or soft-life aesthetics, Gen Z is stuck performing for a crowd…
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What Kemi Adetiba’s “To Kill A Monkey” Series Reveals About Male Sexual Exploitation
In July 2009, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie stood on the TEDGlobal stage and gave a talk that would resonate across classrooms, conferences, and creative industries for years. In the speech she…
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“An Igbo boy flourishing in country music” — Burna Boy reveals why he’s so proud of Shaboozey
In March 2025, Burna Boy and Shaboozey shared a lighthearted moment in Paris where they acknowledged their striking resemblance. Burna Boy turned to the rising star and joked, “You look…
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Nigerian Women Who Ruled the Music Scene in the 2000s
In the early 2000s, a powerful roster of women artists took the scene by storm with their daring sounds, distinctive styles, and hit singles that topped the charts. These queens…
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