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Tension in Ijebu-Ode Over Proposed Disqualification of Six Awujale Aspirants
The succession to the Awujale throne in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, nigeria has entered a contentious stage following the passing of Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, who ruled for an impressive 65 years. Reports have emerged suggesting that the council of chiefs may move to disqualify six leading aspirants from the selection… Listen ⇢
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Owo Cultural Dressing: The Elegance of Seghosen & Beads
Owo, a historic town in southwestern Nigeria, is renowned for its vibrant cultural heritage, which is vividly expressed through traditional dressing, intricate beadwork, and artistic expression. At the heart of Owo’s identity is the Seghosen, a textile style celebrated for its rich patterns and detailed weaving. Traditionally handwoven, Seghosen incorporates… Listen ⇢
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Alternative Culture Icon Awards, 2025
The Alternative Culture Icon Awards officially launch with a bold statement . A celebration of individuals whose influence stretches beyond trends, charts, and fleeting attention. This first set of honourees represents a deliberate beginning: a recognition of cultural figures who have shaped identity, challenged norms, and helped define the direction… Listen ⇢
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Funke Akindele’s BTS Reaches ₦1 Billion at the Box Office
Funke Akindele has once again reshaped the conversation around Nollywood with Behind the Scenes, a film that has officially crossed the ₦1 billion mark at the Nigerian box office in record time. The project has become the fastest film in West African cinema history to reach that milestone, confirming Akindele’s… Listen ⇢
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How Nigeria’s Traditional Rulers Still Shape the Nation Beyond the Throne
Across Nigeria, traditional institutions continue to occupy a complicated space between history, power and modern governance. While kings, emirs and sultans officially operate under the authority of state governments and can be appointed or removed through political processes, their real influence often stretches far beyond paperwork and protocol. In many… Listen ⇢
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Rejection of organized religion in Africa & The Quiet Shift Toward Personal Ethics
Across many parts of Africa, a quiet but growing shift is taking place. While churches and mosques still dominate skylines and public life, a rising number of people are stepping away from organized religion and choosing to define their moral compass on their own terms. This movement is not necessarily… Listen ⇢
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Anthony Joshua Survives Deadly Crash in Nigeria
Anthony Joshua has been left injured after a serious car crash in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two people, turning what should have been a celebratory period for the boxer into a moment of shock and mourning. The incident happened along the Lagos Ibadan Expressway near Sagamu, one of… Listen ⇢
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Yoruba Thrift System (Ajo): One of Africa’s Enduring Financial Models
Long before the introduction of modern banking in Nigeria, the Yoruba people had already developed a structured and reliable system of saving and credit known as Ajo. For centuries, this indigenous financial practice has played a central role in economic life across Yoruba communities, proving that structured money management existed… Listen ⇢
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Eyo Festival 2025: Masquerades Bridging the Living and Ancestral Spirits
The Eyo Festival in Lagos, Nigeria, is one of the most vibrant and culturally rich celebrations in West Africa. Central to this festival are the masquerades, known locally as Eyo, which are not just performers in colorful robes and flowing white gowns. They are considered intermediaries between the living and… Listen ⇢
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