Social Media Erupts Over ‘Inadequate’ Charges in Fatal Hit‐and‐Run of Bumpa Co-Founder Adetunji Opayele

Adetunji Opayele, the 31‐year‐old co-founder of tech startup Bumpa, tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run incident on 4 March 2025. According to reports from Lagos police, Opayele was struck…

By Eniola Emmanuel 3 Min Read

Breaking Down the Literal Meaning of “Chihiro” by Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish’s Chihiro is a haunting and introspective song filled with themes of emotional distance, loss, and personal transformation. The track’s title is a reference to Chihiro Ogino, the protagonist…

By Eniola Emmanuel 7 Min Read

Netflix Unveils ‘Pop the Balloon LIVE’ with Yvonne Orji at the Helm

In a bold bid to shake up the dating show scene, Netflix…

Studio Ghibli’s ‘Princess Mononoke’ Returns to Cinemas with Stunning 4K Restoration

Studio Ghibli's revered 1997 film, Princess Mononoke, has undergone a meticulous 4K…

Art and Design

Social Media Abuzz with Studio Ghibli-Style AI Art

OpenAI's recent update to ChatGPT, incorporating native image-generation capabilities, has ignited a surge of Studio Ghibli-style portraits across social media platforms. Users are enthusiastically transforming their photographs into artworks reminiscent…

By Gbenga Emmanuel 2 Min Read

Culture and Lifestyle

Literature

The Witsprouts Project Calls for Submissions to Inaugural Storytelling Prize

The Witsprouts Project, a project dedicated to creative expression and storytelling, has launched "The Witsprouts Storytelling Prize," inviting storytellers to unleash their creativity to win an incredible prize. This year’s…

By James Melbin 1 Min Read

Music

Breaking Down the Literal Meaning of “Chihiro” by Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish’s Chihiro is a haunting and introspective song filled with themes…

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Voices of Heritage: The Countertenors Representing Black Voices in Contemporary Classical Music

Classical music has long been regarded as a bastion of European tradition,…

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ID Cabasa Reimagines ‘Bere Mi’ with Zlatan and TI Blaze: A Modern Twist on a Classic Sound

Following the success of the reimagined versions of afrobeats classics Photocopy (which…

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Beyoncé, Davido, Bob Marley Get Royal Nod in King Charles’ Music Playlist

King Charles III has curated a personal playlist titled "His Majesty King…

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Editor's Pick

5 Distinct Works Exploring the Theme of Self-discovery in Culture

Literature, art, music, film, and all other creative forms provide a brief respite from the realities of our immediate surroundings,…

By Amy Mumbi 10 Min Read
Nollywood’s Cinematic Odyssey: From Rituals to Revolution with ‘A Tribe Called Judah

For Culture Custodian, Favour Overo traces the evolution of the Nigerian film…

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More Action, Intrigues, And Suspense As Wura Returns For Season Two 

Following the success of its first season,  Showmax Original action thriller, Wura…

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Opinion

Why the Best Mentors Today Don’t Call Themselves Mentors

The traditional definition of who a mentor is comes from…

From Afrobeat to Afro-x: A Brief Account of the Evolution of the Genre

Since the death of Nigerian instrumentalist…

How to be Sad in an African Home (a 3-Step Guide to Gloom)

There is no way to say…

Hausa and Others: Inside the Language Battle in Northern Nigeria

Culture, in recent times, has been…

Almajiranci: A Narrative That Needs To Be Rewritten

In northern Nigeria, a system of…

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Chaos, Kindly – A  Group Exhibition Opens at Kokopelli Lagos  🗓

Kokopelli Gallery , a contemporary art gallery harnessing the power of intentional storytelling, has unveiled its latest exhibition themed “Chaos,…

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How Omoni Oboli’s Love in Every Word Became the Hottest Movie in Nollywood Amidst Controversies

"Love In Every Word" has rapidly become Nollywood’s hottest film, and its journey to stardom is as fascinating as it…

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Burnaboy Debuts as a Model in Off-White Show in Paris

Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy expanded his artistic repertoire by making a striking appearance at Paris Fashion Week 2025. On…

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How Doechii Transformed Rejection into Grammy Glory

Did you know that Doechii – now hailed as the “Swamp Princess” – was once shown the door from her…

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Tems Wins at 2025 Grammy Awards with Best African Music Performance Win

At the 2025 Grammy Awards held on February 2 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Nigerian singer Tems clinched…

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Review Roundup: What Do the Critics Feel About “The Fire Inside?”

"The Fire Inside" (2024) is a compelling biographical drama that chronicles the remarkable journey of Claressa "T-Rex" Shields, portrayed by…

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Celebrate Love with Reel Love by Timini Egbuson, Kayode Kasum and FilmOne Studios

Renowned Nollywood star Timini Egbuson and acclaimed director Kayode Kasum are bringing audiences an evocative romantic drama titled Reel Love.…

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Everybody Loves Jenifa Breaks UK Records

Award-winning Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has achieved a groundbreaking milestone ahead of the UK premiere of her latest…

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Teen Sprint Sensation Gout Gout Breaks Usain Bolt’s U-18 200m Record

16-year-old sprint sensation Gout Gout has broken Usain Bolt’s under-18 200m record. Gout clocked an astonishing 20.04 seconds at the…

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In an Intimate Event, Izu Ojukwu Revives the Spirit of FESTAC ’77 with The FESTAC Conspiracy

The recent event for 77: The FESTAC Conspiracy was a remarkable celebration of history, cinema, and creativity. Held at Imax Lekki, the event drew…

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Venice Biennale Names Koyo Kouoh First African Female Curator

The Venice Biennale has appointed Koyo Kouoh, a Cameroonian curator, as its first African female curator A. Kouoh, who currently…

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Full Scoop on Dele Farotimi and Afe Babalola’s Ongoing Case

The past few days has seen human rights lawyer and author Dele Farotimi arrested following a defamation lawsuit filed by…

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Venom: The Last Dance – A Night of Epic Action, Dark Elegance, and Glamour at Filmhouse

Filmhouse Group hosted an unforgettable night of entertainment on Friday, October 25th, as they premiered Venom: The Last Dance at the…

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Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra’s Producer, Passes Away at 91

Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer, composer, and arranger, has passed away at the age of 91. Jones, who was…

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Kemi Badenoch Elected Leader of UK Conservative Party

Kemi Badenoch has been elected as the new leader of the UK Conservative Party, becoming the first Black woman to…

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