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Valentine’s Day: What Are Nigerians Googling?
The definition of Valentine’s Day is getting a major remix in 2026. New search data from Google shows that Nigerians are ditching the standard dinner-and-roses playbook for something much more personal—and occasionally unexpected. The trends this year are all about hyper-specific experiences, “glow-up” dates, and capturing the perfect aesthetic for the ‘gram. It is no…
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PROTON: The Introverted DJ Running Lagos Nightlife
PROTON grew up on his father’s favourites like Ebenezer Obey, Sunny Ade, and Fela Kuti, legends who became the bedrock of every beat he created. Now, drawing inspiration from Dlala Thukzin’s versatile palette and Caiiro’s hypnotic sets, he transforms those foundations into Afrohouse that moves bodies. His latest single, “Green Crack”, is gaining traction across…
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Women in Music Tanzania Appoints Nina Brianna Sokoine as Vice Chair
Women in Music Tanzania (WIM Tanzania) a professional community and industry platform, is delighted to appoint Nina Brianna Sokoine as its Vice Chair. This appointment bolsters WIM Tanzania’s leadership as it continues to expand access, learning visibility and practical pathways supporting a more structured and sustainable music industry. Nina is a legal and creative professional…
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Keltony Drops New Afrobeat Single “Come Chop”, Produced by MasterKraft
Rising Afrobeat artist Keltony has released a brand new single titled Come Chop, produced by award-winning producer MasterKraft. The song is released under Cribs International and is set to light up playlists, clubs, and party scenes.Come Chop is a lively Afrobeats record that celebrates enjoyment, confidence, romance, and soft life. With playful lyrics and a…
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More Than Visuals: How PSAM Leads AKtivated TV
For the past six years, Adedoyin Samuel Oluwatosin, better known as PSAM, has quietly been doing what many creatives talk about but few actually pull off: moving fluidly across disciplines without losing clarity or depth. From streetwear and brand design to music media and live experiences, his career is proof that creative direction doesn’t need…
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Kpeseh Teases “What’s The Level?” After Shutting Down Makurdi Show With Ayo Maff
Fast-rising Nigerian artist Kpeseh is stepping into a new phase of his career as he prepares to release a brand new single titled “What’s The Level?” on February 6th.Over the past year, Kpeseh has been steadily building momentum within the music industry, with notable collaborations alongside JeriQ and Shoday, positioning himself as one of the…
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Olorunfemi Announces New EP, Venus
London-based lo-fi and New Age instrumental artist Olorunfemi is set to release his new EP, Venus, tomorrow, expanding his ever-growing cosmic discography with a project centred on warmth, emotion, and quiet reflection. Known for crafting immersive, space-themed soundscapes that blend ambient textures with mellow, chill beats, Olorunfemi uses Venus to explore softer planetary energy, focusing…
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Spotify NXT Playlist: Fresh sounds, real momentum, and tracking the rise of what’s next
There’s a moment in every artist’s journey that doesn’t always announce itself. The songs are moving, the listeners are coming back, and the sound is starting to travel not just within one city or country, but across borders. It’s no longer about being discovered. It’s about momentum. Spotify’s NXT playlist exists to capture that exact moment. Sitting…
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Nigeria is Writing the Playbook on AI: Google
A new report from Google and Ipsos shows that Nigerians are not just embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI) – they are leading the charge globally. The study, “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the hands of more people,” reveals that Nigerians are using AI tools for everything from education to entrepreneurship at a remarkable rate, showing immense optimism…
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Is The Nigerian Music Industry About To Lose Billions Of Naira?
If you’ve been on Nigerian music Twitter, you’ve seen people talking about the “private copy levy” and why it matters. Here’s what’s actually happening. What Is This Levy? It’s a small fee placed on devices people can use to copy music: phones, laptops, hard drives, flash drives. Since everyone copies music (downloads, WhatsApp shares, etc.)…
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