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Redefining Edo The Cultural Significance of Rema’s 02 Arena Performance

Victoria Audu·November 26, 2023

Nigerian singer, Rema, has been accused of Satanism because of the themes in his recent 02 performance. However, these themes are reminiscent of his Edo heritage. Read More...

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A Journey of Resilience and Sisterhood Book Review: Lákíríboto by Ayodele Olofintuade

Kasajja Byakika·November 26, 2023

Lákíríboto, a novel by Ayodele Olofintuade, is a queer coming-of-age story about two young Nigerian women who find themselves at the centre of a family saga. In this novel, Olofintuade delivers a powerful narrative that speaks to the resilience of women in the face of adversity. Read More...

Nigeria October/November 2023 Reading

7 Books to Read About Life in Northern Nigeria

Peace Yetunde Onafuye·November 25, 2023

In this curated recommendation, we have compiled a list of seven books to read about life in northern Nigeria. Our recommendations capture the essence of everyday life and provide a glimpse into the multifaceted lives that shape the northern part of Nigeria. Read More...

Nigeria October/November 2023 Read Something African Reading

The Republic: Season 1, Episode 6 Transcript The Rest Is History

Wale Lawal·November 24, 2023

In this closing episode, we look at the fall out of the annulment and its prolonged implications for Nigeria’s democracy. In this episode, we ask political stakeholders and try to answer why June 12 is a significant date. Read More...

Nigeria October/November 2023 Podcasts The Republic Podcast

Ọkà Ni Ògùn An Ode to Amala

Ayoola Oladipupo·November 19, 2023

Whether focused on its traditions, economy, or politics, any story about Ibadan, Africa’s fourth largest city, is incomplete without reference to amala. At any time of the day, you’re sure to find the city’s inhabitants congregating around sellers of the city’s favourite meal. Recently, I visited Mama Adija’s Amala Spot, which, over the past 35 years, has built a reputation as one of Ibadan’s most revered amala spots. Read More...

Nigeria October/November 2023

The Birth of Mama G How Patience Ozokwor Became One of the Faces of the Nigerian Film Industry

Peace Yetunde Onafuye·November 18, 2023

Patience Ozokwor, now 65 years old, is undoubtedly a Nollywood legend. Her career in the Nigerian movie industry is a testament to her passion, dedication, and genuine love for the art. Read More...

Nigeria October/November 2023

The Republic: Season 1, Episode 5 Transcript June 12: Hope Deferred

Wale Lawal·November 18, 2023

In this week’s episode we cover the 1993 election results and the debate on Babangida’s decision to annul the results. Read More...

Nigeria October/November 2023 Podcasts The Republic Podcast

Nigerian Monarchs Have Lost Their Reverence Who Will Save Nigerian Monarchs From Public Ridicule?

Oluwatobi Odeyinka·November 17, 2023

Nigerian monarchs have fallen off the ladder of deference in the current political arrangement. They have been stripped of their god-like status and today they are being subjected to public ridicule by public servants who possess real political power. Read More...

Nigeria October/November 2023

7 Books That Will Change What You Know About Party Politics in Nigeria

Peace Yetunde Onafuye·November 11, 2023

The books in this week’s list explore the nature of party politics in Nigeria. Some of our book recommendations served as resources for the third episode of our podcast, while others come highly recommended for anyone seeking to uncover the nuanced layers of Nigerian party politics. Read More...

Nigeria October/November 2023 Read Something African Reading

The Nigeria Manifesto Book Review: The Trouble with Nigeria by Chinua Achebe

Ernest Nweke·November 10, 2023

Forty years since its publication, Ernest Nweke believes that if there was ever a ‘right’ man to write any particular book, then Achebe is the man, and The Trouble with Nigeria is the book. What makes this book stand out is its boldness in speaking truth to power. Read More...

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