A True Portrait of Queer Nigerian Life
Filmmaker and queer rights activist, Olaide Kayode Timileyin, on what it takes to make an authentic Nigerian queer documentary.
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June/July 2024
The Untamed Brilliance of Tems
Born in the Wild is the latest chapter in Tems extraordinary story of resilience, growth and creative freedom—a testament to the undeniable force of her artistry.
How Should One Read a Poem?
A persistent flaw in contemporary Nigerian poetry is that many poets perceive criticism as hate. Despite the well-founded critiques from literary critics pointing out defects in contemporary Nigerian poetry, these critiques are often met with resistance.
The Disappointing Downturn of Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria
Nigeria, once Africa’s top foreign investment destination, has fallen from grace. Is there a way forward?
7 Fantasy Novels That Will Help You Escape Reality
In our latest book recommendation, we have compiled a list of seven fantasy novels that will help you escape reality. Whether you’re looking for stories of powerful deities, mystical worlds, or heroic journeys, these fantasy novels by African authors offer the perfect escape.
‘There Is No Flawless Artist’ Emmanuel Esomnofu’s First Draft
Music journalist and author of ‘The Songs of Jos’, Emmanuel Esomnofu, is interested in writing about creators whose influence extends beyond Lagos: ‘It is a purposeful mission to de-centre the city in Nigerian music discourse, as people seem to think our musical history begins and ends with Lagos.’
The ‘Essence’ of Afrobeats
Afrobeats has gone global, but is Nigeria’s music industry winning or losing as a result of this success?
Looking for Gaskiya Corporation
On a humid afternoon in May 2023, the photographer Eslah Yusuf and I searched for the building that housed Northern Nigeria’s oldest printing press and publishing house.
What is Happening to the Naira?
Is it floating? Is it sinking? With the nose-dive the naira took following the latest policy to float the currency, there has been an intense sense of distress regarding the future of the currency and the Nigerian economy.
Not Every Luo Loves the Lake
When people refer to the Kenyan Luo community as ‘People of the Lake,’ my clan, JoKamreri, do not know what the hell you’re talking about.