Culture
17 Sep 2017
In today's digitally obsessed age, one's hair pretty much indicates what's trendy and hot right now or as it's so commonly said, “LIT”. And for black women, this has arguably always been the case. The embrace of natural hair for black women has never really been accepted, or in some cases allowed, by society –…
10 Sep 2017
The art scene in Nigeria is constantly buzzing and in as much as we have information concerning the subject matter at our fingertips, a couple of these artists slip through our fingers but not Yelloseesee Uwaoma. After noticing him at the debut Art X Lagos exhibition we took interest in his first solo exhibition titled…
5 Sep 2017
Many cultures in and out of Nigeria often have different marriage traditions. The Fulani tradition involves "sharo" which is a fulani game that involves two suitors flogging one another publicly to win a maiden’s hand in marriage. The nomadic Fulani are known for their hardwork, discipline and courage. Because of this, it is believed that…
3 Sep 2017
An unknown philosopher once said, “The price we pay for being different may be severe.” If you’re paying attention to world news, then you’ll notice that the main struggle pretty much revolves around the notion of equal rights when it comes to race, religion, tribes, nationalities, gender, and sexuality. The word “Utopia” was coined by…
27 Aug 2017
There are a lot of misconceptions that surround features that are as old as time-based on subjective perception. People barely accept what they do not understand, but in a society that is becoming interconnected every day via technology, we owe it to ourselves to abolish these misconceptions and embrace features that in no way define…
26 Aug 2017
Every artist has a name, and every artist has a story. Laolu Senbanjo's story started in Nigeria, where he was surrounded by the culture and mythology of the Yoruba, and brought him to law school, to New York and eventually to work on Beyoncé's "Lemonade" album. He shares what he calls "The Sacred Art of…
23 Aug 2017
Many indigenous cultures in Africa often have rites of passage for male adolescents. These traditions may vary from culture to culture, sacrifice, hunting, tests of bravery, strength and fortification. One of such indigenous people would be the Fulani of West Africa. These people practice the Sharo Festival diligently. The word Sharo means flogging. It is…
20 Aug 2017
Dressing above everything! The Congolese Dandies, who live in extreme poverty, are always dressed to impress. The Dandies, who proudly walk the streets in their European attires, belong to a society called “La Sape”, while the movement is called Sapeurism. They are also recognised as the Society of Ambaianceurs and Elegant people who built their…
19 Aug 2017
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is known for her thoughtful talks, books and other forms of literature, and strong views on a number of controversial topics. The Danger of a Single Story is one very memorable TED talk she gave in 2009. This talk still remains extremely relevant, even to those who have listened to it before.…
13 Aug 2017
The Nigerian creative industry, though in existence for a long time, is yet to create an equipoise between the numerous problems facing it and its growth. Despite its potential to be a wealth creation machine for Nigeria, it is sadly one of those industries that have not enjoyed a lot of support from the government…
13 Aug 2017
To a pair of untrained eyes, a multimillion dollar painting might just be another barely-there piece meant to fill a void in a house's interior decor. But for art lovers, even a bland-looking piece might just be the right investment. In his recent album 4:44, Jay-Z raps, "I bought some artwork for one million/Two years…
12 Aug 2017
Over 186 million people and over 250 ethnic groups, Nigeria is a place filled with diverse people, cultures and traditions. Art is a major medium of expression in this beautiful country, and we find a lot of artists expressing these Nigerian cultures through fascinating art. Art is of historical relevance in this country; Nigerian artists…
Guardian Life
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British-Irish actor Michael Gambon, best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight "Harry Potter" films, has died in hospital aged 82, his family announced Thursday.
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Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has seemingly thrown shade at his former mentor, Naira Marley, in a new tweet. Shmurda tweeted: "Sha lo report ara eh!!!", which means "Go and report yourself!!" in Yoruba. The tweet came shortly after Marley issued an official statement to his Instagram page, denying any involvement in the death of his…
12 hours ago
Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate Soma has confirmed that his relationship with Angel is real. Soma made this known in a recent interview with Classic FM. Soma and Angel have been one of the most popular couples on the BBNaija All Stars season. They have been open about their relationship from the beginning, and…
12 hours ago
In a recent episode of BBNaija All Stars, Ilebaye rejected Mercy Eke's advice to undergo a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery to enhance her buttocks. Mercy, who is the winner of BBNaija season 4 and has openly spoken about her own cosmetic procedures in the past, advised Ilebaye to consider having a BBL surgery to…
13 hours ago
In a recent heart-wrenching development, renowned singer Azeez Adeshina Fashola, famously known as Naira Marley, has shared a poignant video of his final conversation with his former record label signee, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji, known as Mohbad. Tragically, Mohbad passed away on September 12 and was laid to rest the following day. There have been allegations against…
Music
1 day ago
Amada Goodness, also known as DC Poundzy, is a talented singer and songwriter. He was born and raised in Ughelli North, Delta state. Speaking to newsmen today, DC Poundzy opened up on why his fans often get emotional when he sings. He said: "As an artiste, I see music as a way of expressing my…
2 days ago
Although it’s easier now than ever to successfully make it as an independent artiste, one cannot deny the many perks of being signed to a record label. The perks of being signed to a record label are too many to mention however an artiste has to be mindful of whatever contract he/she/they sign. Many artiste…
23 Sep
It’s very rare to find a 19-year-old today, as musically gifted as Nathan Otekelu-Aje, professionally known as Azanti. With three evergreen compilation records in his arsenal, he confronts the status of an emerging act.
23 Sep
For Oluwarotimi Samuel, growing up in an Anglican family and watching the church choir treat worshippers from different backgrounds and denominations with their hymnals, discipline, regality, and coordination fuel his love with music.....
23 Sep
As a way to encourage and foster cross-cultural creative exchange between Nigeria and the United States of America through hip-hop music and dance, the maiden Next Level programme, an initiative of the U.S. Department of State, has graduated its first set of 46 participants.
Film
1 day ago
An exclusive screening of the highly anticipated Swedish/Nigerian film "Charlie And The Boys" held recently at Silverbird Cinemas, Jabi Lake Mall, Abuja, Nigeria. The event was attended by an illustrious array of guests, including cast members of the film, prominent dignitaries, and esteemed members of the entertainment industry. Among the dignitaries and distinguished guests present…
2 days ago
Kunle Coker, a quintessential and consummate actor, is a man of all ages who could aptly be described as a bridge-builder between the ancient and modern of the entertainment and film industry. In a chat with TOPE TEMPLER OLAIYA, the University of Ibadan-trained award-winning actor takes a kaleidoscopic insight into his journey in Nollywood and…
22 Sep
Fans of the popular British teen dramedy "Sex Education" are in for a treat as the show returns to Netflix with its fourth and final season. This time, the students of Moordale Secondary School find themselves in a whole new place: Cavendish College. Cavendish College: Where Amsterdam Meets Space Cavendish College, the new setting for…
9 Sep
Critically acclaimed drama series, Shaka Ilembe has returned to the screen following the resounding success of its first season, which garnered a devoted fan base and widespread accolades.
9 Sep
BAP Productions has released the biopic on Nigerian heroine, ‘Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti’ at the Silverbird Cinema,Victoria Island, Lagos. The cinema run started yesterday. This landmark film marks a new era in the company’s illustrious journey and showcases its passion for creating captivating movies for global audiences.