Nigeria: Dave, Burna Boy’s ‘Location’ Certified 5x Platinum in UK
[Premium Times] It has garnered 164 million Spotify streams, making it the second most streamed song on the album.
Nigeria: Kano Censorship Board Bans ‘Labarina’, Dadin Kowa’, 20 Other Hausa Film Series
[Premium Times] The affected films, widely viewed on local channels and social media platforms, have aroused public conversations about the role of regulation against creative freedom.
Nigeria: Reverse – Linda Ikeji Delivers Gripping Nollywood Tale of Karma, Consequence
[Vanguard] Linda Ikeji’s latest film, Reverse, has received widespread acclaim for its compelling storytelling and authentic portrayal of Lagos life. Written and produced by Ikeji and directed by Bryan Dike, the film delves into the theme of karma, ill…
Nigeria: Lagos Fashion – How Designers Make Global Trends Uniquely Nigerian
[The Conversation Africa] African fashion has flourished in terms of creativity and innovation in recent years, and is attracting global attention.
Nigeria: LASG Endorses Drinks Fest Lagos 2025
[This Day] The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture via the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, has officially endorsed Drinks Fest Lagos 2025, a two-day celebration of the ci…
Sierra Leone: Liberia, Sierra Leone Unite Through Film and Culture – Journey Home Film Festival and Liberia Film Awards Host Joint Country Nominations Mixer
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — Liberia and Sierra Leone reaffirmed their cultural and creative partnership through a Joint Country Nominations Mixer hosted by the Journey Home Film Festival and the Liberia Film Awards on Friday, May 16, 2025, in Monrovia.
Nigeria: Safety Institute Marks 11-Year Milestone, Pushes Safety Culture
[Leadership] The Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON) has marked 11 years since it was officially recognised by an Act of Parliament, highlighting its growing role in promoting safety awareness and national development.
Nigeria: Burna Boy Enlists Travis Scott On New Pre-Album Single, ‘Tatata’
[Premium Times] Burna Boy has so far released “Bundle by Bundle,” “Update,” “Sweet Love,” and “Tatata” as songs to feature in his anticipated album, “No Sign of Weakness
Nigeria: Seven Nigerian Writers Make History in ‘Best of Caine’ 25th Anniversary Shortlist
[Premium Times] PREMIUM TIMES reported that seven Nigerians have won the prestigious prize since its inception in 2000.
Nigeria: Not Just Celebs Spraying Money, Tackle Corruption Too – Actor Deyemi to EFCC
[Vanguard] Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has weighed in on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) recent clampdown on the abuse of the naira.