The third installation of What's Up Africa! features two-and-a-half-year-old Nigerian Contina conducting a questionable sermon, news from Chimamanda Adichie and the new single from top emerging Nigerian popstar D'Lanre A.K.A. Cuckoo Master, "Nigerian Girls" - watch for the shout out to Okayafrica and Uncle "Oluwa" ?uestlove up in there.
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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