Sikiru Ayinde Barrister: Father of Fuji music who redefined Wéré sound
ALHAJI (Dr) Sikiru Ayinde Balogun, popularly called Sikiru Ayinde Barrister, is widely credited with creating and popularising the Fuji genre…
Fulfillment: I gave up acting and tech career in Lagos to focus on radio —Jay Mustapha
Olajide Mustapha, better known as Jay. Jay Hogan is a radio presenter and media professional based in Ibadan. He began…
SuperNowa: What goes on in the mind of a child?
Sonia Irabor’s ‘SuperNowa’ movie, recently released on Prime Video and had a private screening recently in Lagos, may sound modest…
Wizkid, Asake, Davido rule streets as Apple Music unveils ‘Detty December’ stats
The dust has finally settled on the 2025 festive season, and the data is in: Nigeria’s musical heavyweights are still…
Artiste spotlight: Seun Idowu ‘rising’ to global stage with new album
A musicologist, motivational musician and journalist, Seun Idowu, has spoken about his 13-track album, ‘Rising’, loaded with motivational and entertaining…
Taking ‘Agesinkole 2’ to community cinemas paid off, I might do it again — Femi Adebayo
When Nollywood actor and producer, Femi Adebayo, announced that his latest movie, ‘Agesinkole 2’, was to be screened across community…
If I’m not dancing to any song I produce, it means I don’t like it —Damie
Rising Nigerian Afro-house artiste and producer, Damie, joined Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music to talk about his latest…
Beyond the Plaque: The ripple effects of industry awards
By Tomi Falade When the Independent newspaper announces its annual awards, the spotlight is not only on the recipients but…
‘Recognition in entertainment not about fame, but of responsibility, impact, and opportunity to set standards’
Toyosi Olosunde became one of the most listened to voices on radio in Ibadan at Splash FM 105.5, before she…
9th AFRIMA: Rema’s big night as African music celebrated global position with fanfare
Nigeria’s Afrobeats star, Rema, stole the show at the ninth edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) after beating…
Road to AMVCA 12: Africa Magic calls for entries as indigenous categories expand to North and Central Africa
The glitz, the glamour, and the prestige of Africa’s biggest night in cinema have been declared for 2026. Africa Magic,…
From first looks to first kisses: ‘Heartbeat’ starts with a bang
‘Heartbeat’ wasted no time kicking off the search for love, and from the very first episode, Africa Magic’s new dating…
Buchi, BBO, Ayabamz, Dare Justified, others for ‘Celebrate Jesus’ 8.0
Top gospel artistes, including Buche, BBO, Ayabamz, Dare Justify, Michael Fakoya, Katherine, Gospel Force, and other guest ministers, are expected…
Lagos takes centre stage as ninth AFRIMA kickstarts global celebration of African sound
Lagos, widely regarded as the entertainment capital of Africa, has officially swung its doors open to the global music community.
Meet the housemates of ‘Heartbeat’, new dating reality show set to captivate Nigerians from Sunday
Dating reality TV show lovers are in for a ride from Sunday as MultiChoice’s new dating reality show, ‘Heartbeat’, premieres…
How Chief Rasaq Okoya traded 86th birthday glitz for healing revolution
In the high-octane world of Nigeria’s ultra-wealthy, birthdays are typically synonymous with champagne-soaked soirées, private jets ferrying international A-listers, and…
Recycling Matters II explores art, sustainability, and reinvention in Lagos
When discarded rubber, scrap metal, fabric remnants, and abandoned footwear find their way into an art gallery, the result is…
2025 as year of Nigerian entertainers’ global breakout
•Nigerian artistes earned an estimated $395 million from touring and live performances in 2025•The Nollywood box office renaissance: The billion-naira…
‘YouTube redrawing map for creative community, now main source of entertainment for Nigerians’
The Nigerian entertainment industry has long operated under the myth that Lagos is the only stage that matters. However, fresh…
We are building foundation for a prosperous continent —Adebowale Adesona, Coronation Life MD/CEO
Adebowale Adesona is the Managing Director/CEO, Coronation Life Assurance. In this interview, he speaks on the importance of long-term security…
