Harvard Resists Trump Administration’s Pressure on DEI, Faces Funding Freeze

In a significant clash between academia and federal authority, the Trump administration has imposed a $2.2 billion freeze on Harvard University's federal funding following the institution's refusal to comply with…

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The Platform Recap: Aishat Adesanya’s Exploration of Grief and Resilience in “Funerals & Firecrackers”

The fifth edition of The Platform features Aishat Adesanya discussing her short story collection, Funerals and Firecrackers, published by Witsprouts Books, with host Timileyin Okunlola. The conversation, as much as…

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

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

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

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

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…

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Culture and Lifestyle

Literature

The Platform Recap: Aishat Adesanya’s Exploration of Grief and Resilience in “Funerals & Firecrackers”

The fifth edition of The Platform features Aishat Adesanya discussing her short story collection, Funerals and Firecrackers, published by Witsprouts Books, with host Timileyin Okunlola. The conversation, as much as…

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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

Willow Smith’s Debut Novel Combines African and Viking Folklore

Willow Smith’s debut novel, “Black Shield Maiden,” is a powerful historical saga set to publish this May with Del Rey…

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The #LondontoLagos Adventure: Kunle Adeyanju’s Cross-continental Bike Trip

Kunle Adeyanju (a.k.a Lionheart) is an entrepreneur and avid adventurer who takes…

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

Literature, art, music, film, and all other creative forms provide a brief…

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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…

This is Why I Still Chew Sticks

Growing up, my grandmother introduced me…

The Evolution of the Harp in African and American Music

The harp is one of the…

Updates Stream

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…

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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 restoration and is set to captivate audiences once…

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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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Plays

Wordle

Guess words from 4 to 11 letters and create your own puzzles.

Letter Boxed

Create words using letters around the square.

Spelling Bee

How many word you can make with 6 letters.

Chess Reply

Play Historic chess games.

Crossword Puzzle

Fill the white boxes with the answers to a series of questions.

Magic Tiles

Match elements and keep your chain going.

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