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Photo credit: L’Oreal/Instagram Temi Otedola usually keeps things private, but this time, she took to Instagram to reflect on her 10-year journey in the creative industry. Ten years ago, at just 17, she launched jtofashion.com, a passion project she started while juggling university classes and photoshoots. Fast forward to today, and Temi’s journey has been […]

In 2015, the Nigerian music industry saw the release of several hit songs that enjoyed both national and cross-continental success. These songs offer an insight into the sound that dominated that era of Afrobeats, the stars that shaped the soundscape, and their enduring impact. 10 years later, these songs continue to be relevant for their

The idea of doing a big chop can be thrilling yet nerve-wracking. Cutting off most of your hair represents a fresh start, a bold statement, and, for many, a liberating moment. But let’s face it—the commitment can feel daunting. What if you’re not ready to go full-on big chop just yet? Enter the pixie cut:

In a new ruling on Monday, January 6, 2025, Justice M.S. Liman of the Federal High Court, Abuja ordered Speed Darlington’s release from detention. The Justice mandated the Inspector General of Police and the Nigerian Police Force to charge Akpi to court within 48 hours or release him unconditionally. This new ruling comes two weeks

Cooking With Ijey’s Nigerian fish roll buns recipe offers a simple way to enjoy this beloved snack. The sardine filling is full of flavour, combining ingredients like chopped onions, curry powder, paprika, oregano, thyme, chicken bouillon, and blended pepper, creating a rich, savoury mix that pairs perfectly with the soft, fluffy dough. The dough, made

The sound of snipping is audible some way before reaching the fishing settlement of Tezo. It’s an unfamiliar sound in a community usually full of household hustle-bustle interrupted only by the occasional boda-boda (motorbike taxi) or the honking of far-off traffic. It’s extra-loud because the the material being cut is not cloth, but plastic. The

Flytime Promotions, Nigeria’s leading entertainment powerhouse, marked its 20th anniversary with an intimate Women in Music Luncheon on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at VICI, Victoria Island, Lagos. The luncheon, hosted by Flytime’s COO Keke Hammond, spotlighted the invaluable contributions of women shaping the music and entertainment industry in Africa and beyond. The event welcomed an

Nigerian singer Candy Bleakz has shared her candid thoughts on the increasing trend of relocation, popularly referred to as “japa,” urging Nigerians to think carefully before leaving the country for greener pastures abroad. In a recent video, the singer highlighted the harsh realities of life in countries like the United Kingdom, where many Nigerians migrate

A video of a peeved Wizkid lashing at an unknown person has made its rounds across social media, leaving his fans and Nigerians to wonder, “Who made Wizkid angry?” In the video, Wizkid was seen seemingly walking away from an altercation and then walking back towards the person, visibly angry. The singer, flanked by a

To further celebrate Nollywood’s achievements of the past year, let’s meet these stars behind some of the box-office hits of 2024. Nollywood achieved a groundbreaking milestone in 2024, with its top 10 highest-grossing films collectively earning an impressive ₦3.6 billion—a staggering 85.5% increase from ₦1.94 billion in 2023.  Even without the ₦156.6 million contribution of