77: The FESTAC Conspiracy was officially announced recently during a private press event at Filmhouse Cinemas, Lekki, Lagos. By Fejiro Sagua The critically acclaimed Nollywood historical drama, 76, directed by Izu Ojukwu and featuring Ramsey Nouah, Rita Dominic, Chidi Mokeme, and Ibinabo Fiberesima, is making a highly anticipated return. Captain Joseph Dewa, played by Ramsey…

Rooted in a fusion of Afrocentric rhythms and universal themes, “None Like Me” is a reflection of Keybone’s signature storytelling flair, underpinned by sharp wordplay and pulsating instrumentals.  By Abioye Damilare Samson Independent Nigerian Hip-Hop artiste, Keybone, has unveiled the lyric video for his latest single, “None Like Me”, a track that boldly embraces the…

In our quest for global dominance, we have been reckless as a culture. Afrobeats has employed whatever means necessary to rise to the top, and, as with all actions, there are consequences—we must now face the repercussions of our choices. By Korede Owoeye Afrobeats to the world; that’s how we say it, and that’s how…

Beyond the glitz and glamour, Chidimma Adetshina has become a symbol of what it means to challenge stereotypes and transcend borders. By Abioye Damilare Samson On August 21, 2024, I logged on to X, expecting a typical day on the timeline: viral memes, celebrity antics, and the usual trending debates. But when I checked the…

The continued resonance of locality in Afro-Pop means that while the genre has grown to become a behemoth of global pop culture, the strongest moments are those rooted in the soil of home. By Abioye Damilare Samson Music is geography. It is an archive of places we’ve been or imagined ourselves in and a sonic…