Nigeria: Rapper Sinzu Speaks On Us Federal Prison Experience
[Premium Times] Sinzu’s career dipped after he was incarcerated in the Ada County Jail, United States, in 2017 for grand theft fraud and stealing $15,388.
Nigeria: Ruthless Ambition in ‘House of Gaa – ‘ A Historical Epic With Contemporary Relevance
[This Day] On July 26th, Netflix will release “House of Gaa,” a film that is expected to be an addition to the platform’s
Nigeria: A Decade of Integrity, Credibility and Transparency At the Nigeria Pitch Awards
[This Day] From recognising individual and team achievement on the football pitch, to acknowledging individuals and corporate entities who contribute significantly to the development of the sport, the Nigeria Pitch Awards, a prestigious platform for re…
Nigeria: Album Review – Rema Pushes Boundaries in ‘Heis’ but Struggles With Cohesion
[Premium Times] Despite its standout moments, the album’s thematic inconsistency and production similarities prevent it from achieving its full potential.
Nigeria: Nigeria’s Ojude-Oba Festival Celebrates Heritage With Colourful Parades and Horsemanship – How It Could Be Used to Attract Tourists
[The Conversation Africa] The Ojude-Oba festival is a vibrant annual celebration that has become an integral part of the identity of Ijebu-Ode, a city in south-west Nigeria. This colourful event, famous for its cultural displays and public parades, has…
Mali: Toumani Diabaté – the Famed Musician From Mali Who Took the Kora to the World
[The Conversation Africa] The world has lost a significant musical ambassador for the Mande people of west Africa – the virtuoso kora player, composer, and collaborator from Mali, Toumani Diabaté. He died on 19 July, just short of his 59th birthda…
Ghana: Nana Grenade Unleashes ‘Izuku’ – a Fresh Wave in Alternative Hip-Hop
[Accra Times] Ghanaian music sensation, Nana Grenade is set to ignite 2024 with his electrifying solo debut, ‘IZUKU.’ Known as one half of the dynamic duo “Kev & Grenade,” Nana Grenade has already carved a niche for himself as one of Africa’s …
Nigeria: Nancy Isime Slammed for Wearing Hijab in Heist Movie
[Premium Times] The movie’s set photos depicts women in hijabs and face veils brandishing guns during a bank heist, sparking widespread outrage.
Nigeria: YouTube to Celebrate Burna Boy’s 5 Years of African Giant July 26
[Vanguard] The global resonance of African music continues to captivate audiences worldwide, with its vibrant rhythms and unique fusion of genres. Among the artists leading this movement is the Grammy Award-winning artist, Burna Boy.
Sierra Leone: Moice Engages MPs On Policies to Protect Filmmakers, Others
[Concord] Senior officials from the Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MOICE) engaged members of the Parliamentary Oversight Committee on Information to discuss three flagship policies aimed at protecting filmmakers, establishing a national a…