Nigeria is a country with a rich history and culture, and a vast amount of natural resources. However, the country also faces a number of economic challenges, including bad policies. One of the biggest economic challenges facing Nigeria is corruption. Corruption is widespread in all levels of government and society, and it siphons off billions of dollars each year that could be used to invest in the economy and improve the lives of Nigerians. Another major economic challenge is the lack of infrastructure. Nigeria has a poor road network, unreliable power supply, and inadequate water and sanitation facilities. This makes it difficult for businesses to operate and for Nigerians to get around. The government's economic policies have also been criticized for being harmful to the economy. For example, the government's import restrictions have made it more expensive for businesses to import goods, and have led to higher prices for consumers. The abolished government's fuel subsi

 Afrobeats is a genre of popular music that originated in Nigeria in the early 2000s. It is a fusion of traditional Nigerian music genres, such as fuji, highlife, and juju, with Western pop, hip hop, and R&B. Afrobeats is characterized by its catchy melodies, danceable rhythms, and energetic live performances. Credits - okayafrica The genre has become increasingly popular in recent years, both in Nigeria and around the world. Some of the biggest names in Afrobeats include Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and Tiwa Savage. These artists have collaborated with international stars such as Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Drake, helping to bring Afrobeats to a global audience. Afrobeats is more than just a music genre. It is also a cultural movement that reflects the vibrancy and diversity of Nigeria. Afrobeats artists often sing about their own experiences growing up in Nigeria, and their songs often feature themes of love, loss, hope, and resilience. Afrobeats has also had a significant impact on fash

 The Nigerian music industry is currently under scrutiny following the recent death of Mohbad and the controversy surrounding his damaged ties and struggles with his former label boss Nairamarley and Sam Larry. Mohbad's death and the allegations against Nairamarley and Sam Larry Mohbad was a rising star in the Nigerian music industry, known for his energetic performances and catchy songs. He was signed to Nairamarley's Marlian Music label in 2020, but he left the label in 2022 amid allegations of mismanagement and exploitation. After leaving Marlian Music, Mohbad struggled to find his footing in the industry. He was reportedly owed money by Nairamarley and Sam Larry, and he was also facing personal problems. In an interview, Mohbad said that he was feeling suicidal and that he had been struggling with drug addiction. The impact of Mohbad's death on the Nigerian music industry Mohbad's death has sparked a debate about the state of the Nigerian music industry. Many people

Burna Boy has been one of the most exciting and innovative artists in Afrobeats for the past few years. His music is a fusion of African rhythms, reggae, hip hop, and dancehall, and he has helped to put Afrobeats on the map around the world. His seventh studio album, "I Told Them," is a continuation of his musical journey. It is a diverse and eclectic album that showcases his versatility as an artist. The album features a mix of catchy and upbeat tracks, as well as more mellow and introspective tracks. Burna Boy has always been a confident artist, and "I Told Them" is a statement of his self-belief. He sings about his success, his struggles, and his desire to be himself. The album is honest and authentic, and it is sure to resonate with listeners. In this track-by-track review, I will take a closer look at each song on "I Told Them" and discuss what makes it stand out. I will also share my thoughts on the album as a whole. I hope you enjoy the review! Chea

Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry, has been growing rapidly in recent years. With its unique blend of African culture and global appeal, Nollywood films are now being enjoyed by audiences all over the world. Here are 5 must-watch Nollywood films of 2023: 1. The Trade This action thriller follows the story of a young woman who is forced to become a human trafficker in order to save her family. The film stars Regina Daniels, Blossom Chukwujekwu, and Chiwetalu Agu. Synopsis:   Two women, Adaeze and Ngozi, are forced to traffic drugs in order to save their families. Adaeze is a single mother who is struggling to make ends meet. Ngozi is a college student who needs money to pay her tuition. The two women are forced to work for a dangerous drug lord, and they soon find themselves in over their heads. Review: The Trade is a well-made and suspenseful film that explores the dark side of human trafficking. The acting is top-notch, and the story is both gripping and heartbreaking. The film ha

Nollywood is the nickname for the Nigerian film industry, which is the second-largest film industry in the world by number of films produced. The industry has its roots in the early 2000s, when a group of filmmakers began producing low-budget films on video cassette. These films quickly became popular with audiences across Nigeria and beyond, and the industry has since grown exponentially. Back row (From L-R): Banky W, Ted Sarandos (Netflix Chief Content Officer), Kate Henshaw, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Felipe Tewes (Netflix Italian & African Originals Director), Omoni Oboli, Ben Amadasun (Netflix Africa Licensing Director) and Akin Omotoso. Front Row (L-R) Mo Abudu, Adesua Etomi, Dorothy Ghettuba (Netflix African Originals lead) , Kunle Afolayan, Kemi Adetiba and Ramsey Noah. Today, Nollywood produces over 2,000 films per year, and its films are watched by audiences all over the world. The industry has also spawned a number of successful actors, directors, and producers. One of the key

 Hi everyone, I'm so excited to be back with a new blog post! It's been a long time since I last wrote, but I'm really looking forward to getting back into the swing of things. In the past few years, I've been busy with other projects, but I've never forgotten my love of Nollywood movies and TV shows. I'm still as passionate about the industry as ever, and I'm excited to share my thoughts and insights with you all again. What's New Since I last wrote, there have been a lot of exciting things happening in Nollywood. We've seen the rise of new stars, like  Kunle Remi,  Bimbo Ademoye,  Stan Nze,  Nancy Isime, Sharon Ooja,  Daniel Etim-Effiong   and Temi Otedola. We've also seen some amazing films and TV shows, like "Omo Ghetto: The Saga" Blood Sisters, Anikulapo, Jagun Jagun and "Blood Sisters." I'm really looking forward to discussing all of these things with you in my new blog posts. I'll also be sharing my thoughts on

Popular Nigerian singer MC Galaxy claims he is among the millions of Nigerians who got disappointed by controversial Global Fund of mutual aid called MMM. In a recent post by the Sekem crooner on Instagram, he explained how he put a whooping N25million into the ponzi scheme and how his manager, Wole Ogundare, pushed him to do MMM. He didn't forget to write that he is presently sad. Lots of Nigerians who had the hopes of cashing out from MMM Nigeria to enjoy the yuletide season woke up yesterday, Tuesday, December 13, 2016, to the shocking news of their mavros being frozen till January 2017. Source - Naij.com

Nigerian rapper and label owner, Olamide Adedeji popularly know by his first name is definitely one of the most successful names in Nigerian music over the last couple of years and he doesn’t seem to be slowing down at all. The rapper recently revealed his plans to drop his 6th studio. The rapper looks forward to releasing his 6th album in 6 years and this is one incredible feat as no other Nigerian rapper has had albums drop every other year. This time, he has promised to make the album purely rap for his hardcore fans. According to him: ‘We don’t stop the best of me. It’ll be a hip hop album this time, no experimenting, just rap. I’m doing this for the culture and hardcore fans.’ 36ng.com

As easy as it would be to attribute AY's success to fetish practices, he insists it is a product of God's grace. Ayo Makun, aka AY wants critics to know that his success is purely a product of grace and not 'juju' as has been speculated on various occasions. Speaking with Punch in a recent interview, the popular comedian ran through his major achievements, which he believes were a big hit due to the grace of God. AY said, “I am just a product of God’s grace. When I shot ‘30 days in Atlanta,’ I just set out to go there and have fun but a lot of people are attributing it to something else. “They are saying maybe I did juju. I’ve heard all sorts and I’m beginning to suspect myself in the sense that anything I do always comes out well. “My stand-up comedy show is one of the biggest in the country. Same with my TV show. I’m just a product of grace. “That is what I tell people. Not because I am the best, not because I know how to do it better. I just have this sh

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) not to accuse President Buhari of masterminding the raid on judges by security agencies. The Department of State Services (DSS) raided the houses of four judges on Saturday, October 8, 2016. The party also called on security agencies to always obey the rule of law when carrying out their duties. The APC in a statement issued by its national Secretary, Mai Mala Buni, said “The All Progressives Congress (APC) is concerned about the desperation of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and some of its governors to drag the President into circumstances surrounding the reported raids of the homes of some judges by the State Security Service (SSS). “The President Muhammadu Buhari APC-led administration strictly respects the principle of the Rule of Law and also adheres to the constitutional provisions of Separation of Power between the three arms of government. “While the Party calls on all security ag

20 year old Mariah and Byron Rideaux, her 22 year old groom tied the knot, and Israel proudly shared the cute pictures on his Instagram page. The Grammy-award–winning gospel act expressed how proud of his daughter he is when he posted a picture of them together [above] and captioned it thus; “Did I mention how proud I am of this young woman [Mariah Houghton]? Beautiful bride [and Byron Rideaux.]" Posting yet another picture of Mariah sharing the father-daughter wedding dance in his arms, he emotionally wrote. “What an extreme privilege to dance with my daughter [Mariah Houghton] last night. She is now married and off to her honeymoon. "Happier than I've ever seen her. Thanks to [Byron Rideaux] - a good young man. Cheers to the new happy couple! The world is Yours! #LaVieEnRideau” Israel was obviously really happy for his young daughter as he posted yet another photo of the bride and the groom, admiring and commending them for how they went about the cele

The buzz is still high for Kunle Afolayan's new movie, "The CEO", which is set to premiere at Leicester Square London on Thursday, October 27, 2016. This was revealed by Afolayan who shared the information in a recent post via his Instagram page. The movie is to be shown at an event titled "The London Gala premiere of Kunle Afolayan's THE C.E.O", where participation is expected to be large. The CEO movie recently premiered in Lagos on Sunday, July 10, 2016 at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. It was also shown on-board an Air France flight heading from Lagos to Paris. It has a rich cast of actors such as Jimmy Jean-Louis, Angélique Kidjo, Hilda Dokubo and many others. Watch the trailer below

Singer Orezi has released a new song titled Call The Police. The only thing we are calling the police for however, is the song’s artwork. The singer is totally nude and dripping with sweat in the artwork, save for a gold wrist-watch. He however covers his genitals with an antique phone, while he makes a phone call. The art has generated plenty of comments on social media, with many criticizing him for such a bold step. “Paddy you big pass this pic grow up man 🏂🏂🏂,” a comment on his page read. Another user added, “This is madness.” 360nobs

German data protection authorities on Tuesday said they had blocked Facebook from collecting subscriber data from its subsidiary WhatsApp, citing privacy concerns. Facebook and WhatsApp promised in the wake of the Silicon Valley giant’s 2014 acquisition of the messaging app that they would not share data, Hamburg’s Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information Johannes Caspar recalled in a statement. He added that Facebook would be required to delete any data already received from WhatsApp in Germany. “It has to be (the users’) decision whether they want to connect their account with Facebook,” Caspar said. “Facebook has to ask for their permission in advance.” WhatsApp announced in August that it would begin sharing data with Facebook, in a bid to allow better targeted advertising and fight spam on the platform. Currently, users of the instant messenger must opt out of sending information to Facebook through WhatsApp’s settings on their smartphone. Ca