• Adaobi Ajegbo

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Juba Is Shifting the Focus Towards Female DJs In the Global South
Music

Juba Is Shifting the Focus Towards Female DJs In the Global South

DJ Juba talks to us about her Assurance podcast, which returned for a second season earlier this year.

Interview: Fally Ipupa Continues His Legacy With 'Tokooos II'
Music

Interview: Fally Ipupa Continues His Legacy With 'Tokooos II'

The iconic Congolese singer opens up about his latest album, vast influence and future plans.

Profile picture of music video director Meji Alabi. He wears a bandana on his forehead and large bead necklace over black t-shirt.
Music

Interview: Meji Alabi Is Bringing Nigerian Culture to the World, One Music Video at a Time

We talk to filmmaker Meji Alabi about his music videos and work with Beyoncé, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy and many more.

Interview: TOBi Is Making Unapologetic Soul Music
Music

Interview: TOBi Is Making Unapologetic Soul Music

We talk to the Nigerian-Canadian artist about his latest project ELEMENTS, his creative process, mental health and more.

Photos: Danielle Mbonu's New Hair Braiding Series
Arts + Culture

Photos: Danielle Mbonu's New Hair Braiding Series

In Isi m Ebube (which translates to On my Head Glory), Danielle and her creative team send a message to Nigerian girls & women suggesting a new take on braiding styles.

Interview: Meet Telz, the Breakout Producer From Burna Boy's 'Twice As Tall'
Music

Interview: Meet Telz, the Breakout Producer From Burna Boy's 'Twice As Tall'

Telz speaks on how his life has changed this year after signing to Spaceship Records and producing five songs on Twice As Tall.

Interview: Tomë Is Pushing Beyond Afro-Fusion From Ontario
Music

Interview: Tomë Is Pushing Beyond Afro-Fusion From Ontario

We talk to the singer about her latest album, BT4W (Bigger Than Four Walls), which features Wavythecreator, Zlatan, Runtown and King Promise.

Interview: TSE Is the Photographer Capturing Lagos' New Aesthetic
Arts + Culture

Interview: TSE Is the Photographer Capturing Lagos' New Aesthetic

We talk to Lagos-based photographer & visual artist Thompson Ekong about his eye-catching work and collaborations with Nike, Davido, Rema, Santi, Teni and 6LACK.

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