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06 June 2025
Young Jonn & Asake Want to Live Forever on “Che Che”
On his fiery new single, Young Jonn’s spirited bounce finds a natural ally in Asake.
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05 June 2025
What is Lagos’ Nightlife without Afrobeats?
Nigeria’s biggest cultural export generates billions in revenue and transforms a megacity into an undisputed party capital.
Film + TV
16 May 2025
How Inua Ellams Brought African Folklore and Poetry into the ‘Doctor Who’ Universe
A long-time fan of the time-travelling hero, the acclaimed poet and playwright brought the character to Africa with emotional depth and moxie.
News
25 April 2025
Homecoming Festival Has Ushered in a New Era for Nigeria’s Creative Scene
With a new concept store that will double as a creative and community center, the cultural exchange event is solidifying its legacy as a creative melting pot.
News
06 February 2025
Young People in West Africa Can Barely Afford Their Cities
As Lagos, Accra and Dakar gain global cultural prominence, local youth face rising rents and dollar-pegged housing markets that price them out of their neighborhoods.
Art
31 October 2024
Andrew Dosunmu’s First Solo African Exhibition Brings Diaspora Stories Home
With about a dozen previously unseen images and four notable productions, Andrew Dosunmu's showcase at Art X Lagos explores the deep connections between Africa and its diaspora.
Global
25 September 2024
The Healing Melodies of Oxlade From Africa
Nigerian musician Oxlade speaks about combining vintage African music and modern Afrobeats in his debut album and how he wants people to feel the therapeutic power of his music.
Arts + Culture
16 September 2024
At 2024 Lagos Comic Con, Attendees are Optimistic About the Future of African Representation
The 2024 Lagos Comic Con was described by attendees as the biggest, pointing to a rise in a once-fringe subculture and its place in African comics.
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12 September 2024
Skales Pays Homage to Nigerian Culture in the New “Jogo” Video
Afrobeats mainstay Skales wants his new visuals to reflect the power of music to unite.
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12 September 2024
Unboxed is Throwing the Biggest Parties in Southeast Nigeria
Unboxed has plans to take the Southeast Nigerian party scene on an African tour.
Culture
08 April 2024
Pelumi Nubi Just Drove Solo From London to Lagos and She’s Already Planning Her Next Trip
The British Nigerian travel content creator arrived in Lagos over the weekend, making her the first Black woman to drive from London to Lagos on her own.
News
30 January 2024
Lagos Government Says “No Going Back” on Styrofoam Ban
Aiming to tackle environmental pollution, the Lagos government has delayed the enforcement of a ban on Styrofoam by three weeks amid mixed reactions from residents.
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