After years of managing artists, booking shows, and plugging records, Richard Smyth has found a new lane on the airwaves, and he’s determined to make radio fun again. From the bustling nights of Lagos clubs to the high-pressure logistics of concerts and artist tours, Richard Smyth has spent more than a decade shaping the Nigerian…
The Kutis Is A Generation Of Protest Singers; A Review Of Mádé Kuti Album, Chapter 1: Where Does Happiness Come From? The sophomore album of Mádé Kuti comes years after his debut, For(e)ward, from the two-album project that features his father, Femi Kuti. The album poses a question that might have tickled one’s curiosity at…
Few producers have mastered the art of being both a silent architect and a loud cultural force quite like Sarz. For over a decade, his fingerprints have shaped the direction of Afrobeats, from underground classics to global anthems. With his debut album, Protect Sarz At All Costs, he steps into a space that is both…
Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmatí were named the world’s best players at the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris. Dembélé, 28, claimed his first Ballon d’Or after inspiring PSG to a historic treble, including their maiden UEFA Champions League title. The Frenchman ended the 2024/25 season with 37 goals and…
It’s another week of the Game Changers of the Week series, spotlighting African players doing bits in Europe’s major leagues. From goals and assists to solid defensive performances, we’ve got you covered on the continent’s finest. Alex Iwobi (Fulham) – Nigeria Iwobi was at the heart of Fulham’s 3–1 comeback win over Brentford. The Nigerian…
Being born and raised in America hasn’t been a barrier for Abdul Quam Tadese, aka AQT, to stay in touch with what’s going on miles away in his homeland Nigeria. Through his music so far, he has found a way to tell stories of hustle and ambition through the lens of a dreamer. In his…
In a historic shift, Christian Louboutin has appointed its first-ever menswear creative director, Jaden Smith. Smith, who has for the most part been a style enthusiast and a musician with a modest run is now stepping fully into fashion leadership. His debut capsule as creative director will arrive in January 2026, followed by a full…
These Designers’ Collections Redefine The Current Trends In Fashion The New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 26 was a pure delight, a masterclass on finding the perfect balance between flow and texture, and casual and chic. The week-long fashion event was filled with guest appearances from rapper Cardi B, and her daughter Kulture, K-pop sensation, Jungkook,…
Since announcing her second studio album Am I the Drama, Cardi B has been on a promotional blitz for the project—selling CDs on the street flea-market style just after her $24 million lawsuit win, making surprise appearances on New York subways, and staging pop-ups across the city. Earlier today, she appeared on The Jennifer Hudson…
HBO’s hit drama Euphoria, which began filming earlier this year for its third season and is expected to wrap by September 2025, has set a premiere window for spring 2026, the network announced. Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Maude Apatow, Alexa Demie, Colman Domingo, and Eric Dane are all returning. However, Storm Reid…
GWR holder Liz Sanya and artist Slawn are teaming up on a new project for creative minds in Nigeria. Their upcoming collaboration will spotlight the Sanya clog, a design that has become Sanya’s trademark after she made history with the world’s largest sandal. This time, the clog will be reimagined by Slawn, blending product design…
At the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards which brought about record-breaking wins and standout performances on Sunday in Los Angeles. The Studio dominated comedy, setting a new record for the most wins by a comedy in a single season, with Seth Rogen leading the charge through acting, writing, and directing victories. In limited series, Adolescence claimed…
Stino, the fast-rising Afrohouse DJ and producer making a name for himself in the Lagos’dance scene, is back with a bold new release, “FOR ME.” Known for his afro-heavydrums and inventive sound design, Stino pushes his craft further with this Afrohouseinstrumental that fuses drum and bass energy with a striking piano solo at its core….
When Bori Julius speaks about music, it’s clear he sees it as more than just sound. To him, it is expression, and more importantly, storytelling that is personal to him. Since beginning his journey in 2017, the Edo-born, Lagos-bred artist has grown into a voice rooted in honesty and experimentation, drawing inspiration from legends like…
Burna Boy has stepped into film with his debut as executive producer on the Pan-African thriller ‘3 Cold Dishes’, under his Spaceship Films banner. Directed by Asurf Oluseyi and written by Tomi Adesina, the film follows three women: Esosa, Fatouma, and Giselle, who, years after surviving sex trafficking, reunite to seek justice and reclaim their…