Joy Raimi Mojisola has been officially crowned Miss World Nigeria 2025, emerging as the winner in a dazzling grand finale held over the weekend in Lagos. The 24-year-old beauty queen, who represented Osun State, stood out among a sea of stunning and talented young women from across the nation. The event, which began with 37 contestants representing all states in […]

The Kano State Film and Censorship Board has ordered the closure of a popular playground within the Kano Zoo following allegations that it hosted what authorities described as an “indecent and culturally offensive” dance performance during the recent Sallah festivities. The decision came after a monitoring operation carried out by a special committee led by the Director of Culture, Abubakar […]

In the first quarter of 2025, Nigerian gospel artists Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo, and Moses Bliss made impressive strides in the music streaming scene, ranking among the most-streamed Nigerian acts on YouTube Music. They not only held their ground but also surpassed some well-known Afrobeats artists in terms of streaming numbers. According to data from Debut Hub, Nathaniel Bassey emerged […]

A decade after Skales captured the hearts of music lovers with his infectious hit single “Shake Body,” the track is experiencing an unexpected commercial resurgence. Released in May 2014, “Shake Body” quickly became a staple in the Afrobeats scene, with its catchy pidgin lyrics and vibrant production that encouraged listeners to shake their bodies to the rhythm. For years, the […]

Citizens Gavel, an innovative civic technology organization, has taken significant legal action against the global social media platform, TikTok. The organization has filed a lawsuit, accusing TikTok of failing to enforce adequate safeguards to prevent the spread of harmful and exploitative content that involves minors. This legal move underscores the rising concerns about the safety of young users on the […]

A new plaque has been unveiled in Manchester, celebrating legendary guitarist and songwriter Johnny Marr as a “record store legend.” The honour recognizes the 61-year-old musician’s unwavering support for independent record shops around the world. Installed at Piccadilly Records—one of Manchester’s most iconic music stores—the tribute comes as part of a joint initiative by Record Store Day US and UK. […]