Mama Balo. Photo credit: Vistanium. In this essay about understanding and recognising the unseen labour behind our comfort, I wrote that “no one derives joy from cleaning other people’s mess.” But there is Mama Balo, a hostel cleaner at Lagos University Teaching Hospital Students’ Hostel who, for the past two decades, has derived purpose and […]
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Global Citizen’s Move Afrika, the pioneering pan-African touring circuit headlined by international artists, to create jobs in the continent’s creative economies and drive citizen-led advocacy campaign to enhance health systems across the continent. WHAT: Singer, songwriter, and actor Simi and DJ Consequence have been added to the lineup for Global Citizen’s Move Afrika: Lagos, taking
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Keke Palmer knows exactly how to keep us obsessed; her new hair colour is proof. First debuting the rich copper auburn shade. shade in a sleek, sharp bob at the premiere of her latest film One of Them Days, the actress turned heads and made jaws drop. View this post on Instagram A
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Photo credit: Ayrastarr/Instagram Three weeks ago, we talked about how Ayra Starr first stepped onto the scene and got everyone listening. From posting covers online to dropping hits back-to-back, she has stayed consistent and kept her sound fresh. Now, she’s back with “All The Love,” dropping tomorrow, just in time for Valentine’s. The sabi girl
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Spotify has announced Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, and worship leader Sunmisola Agbebi as the EQUAL Africa Artist for February 2025, recognising her talent and impact in the gospel music industry. Sunmisola Agbebi joins Qing Madi in the 2025 EQUAL Africa programme that showcases outstanding female talent from the continent. Born with a passion for music,
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Photo credit: _timini/Instagram Nollywood stars stepped out last night for the “Reel Love” premiere, bringing glamour, style, and a touch of romance ahead of its February 14th cinema release. With a Black Tie dress code in place, the cast and guests made sure to dress the part. Lead actor and co-executive producer Timini Egbuson made
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Nollywood actress and entrepreneur Chika Ike is expecting! She shared the news on Instagram in a simple yet elegant way, posting a maternity shoot that left people awwn-ing. Dressed in a sheer black gown, she cradled her baby bump in a beautifully styled setting with the caption, “Life Lately ”. Swipe below to see photos
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Photo Credit: Moro Ojomo/Instagram Moro Ojomo is officially a Super Bowl champion! The Nigerian-American defensive tackle celebrated his first Super Bowl victory as the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX on Monday morning (Nigerian time) in New Orleans. He played a key role in the Eagles’ defense, finishing the
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While speaking on his podcast, veteran rapper and media personality Joe Budden had some strong words for the rumoured set list for Kendrick Lamar’s historic Super Bowl performance. The set list which turned out to be accurate was described by Budden as ridiculous and called all those who believed it “stupid idiots”. He also called
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He says nobody in Ogun State appreciates him. Nigerian singer Portable has cried for justice for himself amid his battle with the Ogun State government after nine of his associates were arrested and arraigned for allegedly assaulting officers of the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development. Taking to his Instagram story on February 9,
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