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In this instalment of my commentaries on Jehu, I further interrogate the implications of Jehu-esque leadership. Jehu and the other characters mentioned herein are archetypes. Owing to their sensitive actions, their anecdotes have to be rendered in metaphors—this is effective storytelling at its highest level. I shared in January how these three themes pointed to the […]

Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has responded to an overzealous fan who urged her to give her twin sons a sibling. In the now-viral clip from Akindele’s Snapchat account, a fan named Remmy said to her, “The twins need a new brother/sister.” The actress found the fan’s comment humorous, telling her that she would

We’re only three weeks into the year, and Qing Madi is already on a roll! Just two weeks ago, she dropped a single and visualiser titled “Akanchawa.” Now, she’s back with another track, “Ali Bomaye,” along with its visuals. Directed by Boi, the visuals show Qing Madi in a boxing ring, singing her heart out

In a world where music transcends boundaries, Arelle Tones (pronounced “Are-El”) is an artist who effortlessly bridges cultures blending the vibrancy of his African heritage with the diverse musical influences of his American upbringing. Born in Denver and raised in Aurora, Colorado, Arelle’s sound is a testament to his rich duality, offering listeners an experience

“Saviour syndrome,” “it must work syndrome”—these, according to Laju Iren, are patterns many good girls unknowingly fall into in relationships. In her latest video, Laju sheds light on these common mistakes, explaining why it’s crucial to recognise them. She talks about how the “saviour syndrome” leads some girls to stay in situations that aren’t right,

Award-winning rapper OdumoduBlvck has teased a new song on his social media account as he continues to prepare listeners for the release of his upcoming album. The song which appears to feature singer Victony has been met with positive feedback from fans and artists who continue to be wowed by his abilities. View this post

Photo credit: globalteacherprize.org Kayode Adewale’s journey as an educator was inspired by a televised programme he watched during his formative years, which simplified complex mathematical concepts. This early inspiration laid the foundation for a career dedicated to making learning relatable and impactful for students. Now, the award-winning teacher from Imagbon/Imaka Comprehensive High School, Ogun State,

Hey, BNers! We are back with another edition of our monthly friendly competition that allows you, our BN Community, to nominate your favourite small-scale business. The winning small business will be featured as our #BNShareYourHustle awardee of the month, and receive a FREE post on the BellaNaija website and our social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter & Facebook). We

Photo Credit: Globe Eye News/X Donald Trump has been inaugurated today as the 47th President of the United States, making history as the oldest person ever elected to the office. He is only the second president in U.S. history to serve two non-consecutive terms, following Grover Cleveland in the 19th century. His remarkable political comeback

In the premiere episode of “Open Up Podcast“ Season 2, Amanda Dara sits down with Pastor Olushola Olaleye for a honest conversation, where he opens up about the unique challenges and rewards of being a young pastor, sharing how he balances the demands of his calling with his personal life. He reflects on the emotional weight