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  • On the night of December 3, 2023, Nigerian military drones “mistakenly” attacked a village called Tundun Biri in Kaduna State. This horrible incident in which the Nigerian Army bombed civilians isn’t the biggest news in the country right now. But it should be, so we took it upon ourselves to compile everything to know about it.

    An Eid-el-Maulud celebration

    It all started when locals of Tundun Biri village came together to celebrate the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. According to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) North-West Zonal Office, the bombing started around 9 p.m. Observers recounted that the first bomb ended over 30 lives on the spot. As people raced to help the injured and dead, a jet dropped another bomb.

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    The death count

    As of December 5, NEMA has the official death count at 85, with 66 injured and receiving treatment at the Barau Dikko Hospital. However, an anonymous officer revealed that the army received at least 126 dead civilian bodies.

    Tinubu speaks

    President Bola Tinubu is currently at the COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai, but he conveyed his condolences through his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, condemning the drone attack. He also called for a thorough investigation into the “bombing mishap”.

    The Nigerian Army’s response

    The General Officer, Commanding 1 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major-General Valentine Okoro, admitted that the attack came from the Nigerian Army. As the commander of the division that caused the mishap, Okoro gave a statement to Samuel Aruwan, Kaduna’s Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs. Apparently, it was an error made while the drone operators were on a routine mission against terrorists. The Army spokesman, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, said the aerial patrol troops mistook the celebration for terrorist activities. 

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    On December 5, the Nigerian Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, visited the village to commiserate with the families of the deceased and apologise to the village. He also promised to cover the hospital bills. But who will answer for the bombing of these innocent people?

    CAN, Amnesty International and other NGOs

    The Kaduna chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Amnesty International, Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF), among other non-govermental organisations, have condemned the military’s mishit. The chairman of the CAN Kaduna chapter, Reverend John Hayab, said they’ll continue to pray for the government, while the AYCF National President, Shettima Yerima, charged the government to launch an investigation.

    Not the first bombing mishaps

    In 2023, there have been three bombing mishap cases. The first happened in Niger State on January 24. The second killed over 40 herders in Nasarawa State two days later. According to research, at least 425 Nigerians have perished due to military “error” bombing between 2017 and 2023. 

    The Nigerian Air Force denies involvement

    Although the Nigerian Air Force is behind the first two cases of bombing civilians by mistake this year, it quickly disassociated itself from the Tundun Biri incident. On Monday, December 4, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) released a statement through its Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet. According to him, NAF had nothing to do with the attack and hadn’t operated in the state or its surroundings in a while. “The NAF is not the only organisation operating combat-armed drones in the Northwestern region of Nigeria.”

    Citizens protest

    On December 7, protesters marched to the National Assembly and demanded the immediate resignation of Badaru Abubakar, the Minister of Defence. In Zaria Local Government Area, Kaduna State, a group of youths took to the streets to protest the brutal bombing.

  • Portable, AKA Dr. Zeh, is one of the most talked about artist in the Nigerian  music scene at the moment, after he made a random appearance at the British Fashion Awards 2023 with Skepta. 

    Since he burst into the industry in December 2021, he’s kept his name in the news and on people’s lips. Born Habeeb Okikiola, Portable is a controversial figure, but that’s exactly what feeds his continued relevance. To understand how he’s captivated a mainstream audience, this is a timeline of his journey.

    December 2021: Sango Ota to Lagos

    It was a different December for Portable in 2021. A social-media personality known as Don Blu posted a video of Portable singing ZaZoo Zehh, a freestyle, on Instagram and Snapchat. Many viewers found it funny and thought he was just another local artist looking for fame. But the freestyle made the rounds on the internet and reached popular street-dancer, PocoLee, who heard a potential end-of-year jam. Upon request, Don Blu facilitated the link-up between Portable and Poco Lee. Next thing, YBNL boss, Olamide, asked Portable to pull up to Lekki, Lagos.

    On December 14, 2021, they dropped the audio (produced by P.Priime) and music video (directed by TG Omori). ZaZoo Zehh became one of the breakthrough Nigerian songs of 2021, and barely 72 hours later, Portable climbed the Livespot X stage to perform his hit with Olamide and PocoLee. Wizkid joined them on this stage to spray Portable with dollar bills. Four days after, Portable was dragging Poco Lee online for “ripping” him. He stated that he owns the song and should rightfully be credited as the primary artist instead of “PocoLee feat. Portable & Olamide”. Portable also claimed that Poco only gave him $600 out of the $3000 Wizkid sprayed.

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    Next thing, Kogbagidi (born Quadri Taored), a show promoter Portable used to call his “helper” sent him packing from his house. In the video Kogbagidi posted on his page, he called the “$3000” Poco Lee’s money and told Portable to return to his village in Sango Ota, Ogun State. As some guys packed Portable’s belongings out, Kogbagidi blamed them for not monitoring Portable in his absence.

    The drama generated online sympathy from music lovers and artists like Slimcase, who took to Instagram to plead for Portable.

    Portable apologised to Poco Lee, Kogbagidi and Olamide, asking them to forgive him for the earlier flare-up. Kogbagidi and Portable made up, but soon after, they had another clash about cars and contracts. In a video that surfaced online, Portable held a baseball bat, complaining about being cheated, while Kogbagidi begged him. They made up yet again. But on Jahbless’s “Original Intelligence” podcast in January 2022, Portable announced that the relationship ended.

    January – April 2022: Billboard charts and U.K. debut

    On January 5, 2022, ZaZoo Zehh debuted at number 14 on Billboard Top Triller Global Charts. On January 19, he released All Eyes On Me featuring Barry Jhay, and Neighbour with Small Doctor on the 29th. On February 11, Portable released his Zazuu Zeh EP and spent the next two months consistently putting out songs and features. In April, Portable performed at AY’s Easter show and went with socialite and 5-Star Records owner, E-Money, to the U.K. for shows in Peckham, Birmingham and Manchester.

    May – July 2022: Zeh Nation is born and Headies drama

    In May, Portable posted a certificate of incorporation for a new record label called Zeh Nation Limited on Instagram. The Headies 2022 nominee list came out on May 24, and Portable was in the Rookie of the Year category alongside Fave AV, Ugoccie and Magixx. He was also nominated for the Best Street-Hop category with Bella Shmurda, Mohbad, Naira Marley and Goya Menor.

    On May 25th, Portable threatened to cause harm to other nominees if he didn’t win the awards. The Headies asked him to retract his statement and tender an apology. Instead, he offered a back-handed apology, claiming they knew his attitude before they nominated him.

    On July 18, Portable called himself the founder of cult group, One Million Boys, and The Headies swiftly disqualified him from all categories.

    August 2022: Chief of Zeh Nation

    On August 22, Oba Olabode Thomas-Fagbayi (Onitigbo of Tigbo-Ilu) conferred upon Portable the chieftaincy title, Amuludun of Tigbo, Aworiland, an area in Yewa Local Government, Ogun State. He posted videos of his coronation ceremony on Instagram, and days later, he signed his first artist, Olamzzy, to Zeh Nation.

    September – December 2022: International shows, album drop and coffin entrance

    Portable went from losing a South African gig due to his social media fights in September, to performing in Germany and Italy in October, where he claimed to have faced extortion and escaped death. On November 25, he released his album, Ika of Africa, a few days after he signed Youngy Duu to Zeh Nation. And on December 28, Portable arrived in a coffin to Portable Live In Concert at Fela’s Shrine, Lagos — his debut show as the main act.

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    April 2023: A prison-inspired hit

    On March 30, police officers were at Portable’s Odogwu Bar in Sango Ota for unspecified reasons. The artist took to his IG story and claimed they came to assault him. The following day, he ended up in police custody. On April 3, the court granted bail after he met some conditions.

    Four days after his release, he put out the viral hit, Am Not a Prisoner.

    August 2023: Terry G link-up and U.S. tour

    Portable and Terry G released Ogbafia on August 16, 2023, after their viral link-up. Soon after, Portable and his wife, Omobewaji, hosted a ceremony to celebrate the first anniversary of his chieftaincy title. He later announced his United States tour to run from September 8, 2023 to March 23, 2024.

    November 2023: The sophomore album

    Portable released his second studio album, Anikuleti Street Don Jazzy (meaning the Don Jazzy of Anikuleti Street), on November 24, 2023. Although there’s no noise around it, Dr. Zeh is still on his U.S. tour as of the date of publishing.

    December 2023: Skepta link-up and Brit Fashion Award

    It came as a surprise to many when Nigerian-British artist, Skepta, asked for Portable’s whereabouts on his IG story and X. On December 5, the rapper posted a photo of Portable’s reserved seat at the 2023 British Fashion Awards before they both pulled up to the function.

    Image source: X.com

    Knowing how Skepta moves, he ended up making a record titled “Tony Montana” with Portable. The music video was released on March 1st on YouTube.

    READ: Subs, Gold Teeth & G-Wagons: Seyi Vibez vs Zino vs Portable

  • In the Nigerian music industry, most copyright infringement cases go unpunished. But on November 22, 2023, the Nigerian proverb, “Everyone is a culprit. But the one caught on the day is a thief,” latched onto former NATIVE Records artist, Smada. 

    SMADA EH! vs Hamba Wena

    In April 2023, Smada posted a video in which he was hanging with Poco Lee at Obi’s House. In October, the two made another video that went viral. In it, Poco and Smada sang along to a short but infectious “Smada eh, Smada ah” snippet.

    Soon, the X timeline was filled with requests for them to release the song. But many South African and Nigerian listeners were furious at the snippet and remarked that it was a copy of Deep London’s Hamba Wena. Unconcerned, Smada released SMADA EH! featuring Poco Lee and producer-DJs, Smeez and Dean, on October 27th. Smada performed the still trending song in public for the first time on November 4, 2023, and on November 7, he kicked off a promo challenge that helped it gain even more traction. 

    The copyright infringement and imitation comments from South African and Nigerian music listeners too, while other Nigerians maintained that Amapiano “belongs to us now”. Even Nigerian producer, Killer Vybez, tweeted that Nigeria doesn’t recognise copyright.

    On November 23, Deep London quoted one of Smada’s promo tweets with “Can you please at least respect South Africans?” In a subsequent quote, he promised to take legal steps against Smada. The following day, he posted a statement that included a suit against Smada for copyright infringement. On November 29, Deep London posted that SMADA EH! had been removed from all digital music platforms. As of December 4, Smada still performs the song.

    To understand how copyright infringement works in the music industry, we spoke with Nigerian entertainment, intellectual property and data protection lawyer, Lola Oyedele. She explained the infringement in Smada’s case and what the situation means for the African music scene.

    Good vs bad interpolation

    Lola: Interpolation is when a song is re-recorded, note by note, copying the basic composition. Artists do this when they don’t have enough money to pay the owner to sample the original song. However, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay to interpolate it. It’s just a cheaper alternative. You still have to get a mechanical license, and you have to give credit. 

    Sampling is taking an original composition and using it as is in an entirely new song.

    Smada interpolated both the beat and melody of Hamba Wena in his song, SMADA EH!. Anyone who doesn’t know who Smada is will hear “Smada ah, Smada eh” and assume Deep London and Boohle made a remix of Hamba Wena.

    But none of the money earned off SMADA EH! goes to the South Africans who created the original composition.

    Copyright infringement 

    Lola: What Smada did on his song is copyright infringement because he copied someone’s work without permission. The moment you use and commercialise someone’s creation, it’s an infringement. The only exception in the Nigerian Copyright Act 2023 is in cases of fair use — writing your thesis or news articles with footnotes, you don’t need express permission to do so.

    If Smada didn’t get express permission to use the musical composition, there’s no reason why the matter should be taken lightly. That’s somebody’s intellectual property, so he needs to pay. 

    How Smada could’ve avoided legal drama

    Lola: When you plan to use someone else’s work in your music, you should write to them first. They may charge a fee or ask for credit as the original owner of the song. Some also demand a percentage of the music sales.

    When it gets legal

    Lola: Most unestablished artists use copyrighted work without authorisation because they don’t expect that their songs would exceed five or ten cities, so the original creator may never hear about the used composition.

    As a lawyer working with an established artist whose music has been used without permission, I’d write to the unestablished artist saying, “I know your probably didn’t think the song would have a huge traction or reach, but here we are now. What do you want to do about it?” If my legal team decides not to take “sorry”, the next thing to do is pull down the song. But the drama doesn’t end there. My legal team would state which part of our client’s copyright suffered infringement. Smada is earning from the stolen music. “Smada, eh, Smada, ah” is all over on the internet, and he’s getting paid; it doesn’t matter if it’s just a naira or two. 

    I’m not sure how it’ll go in Smada’s case, but ideally, he should pay the original creators a percentage of every dime he’s earned from the song. As the infringed artist’s lawyer, I wouldn’t take a one-time fee. People are even using the catchphrase as a joke.

    The song will be on the internet forever. 

    If negotiations don’t work, the last resort is to go to court. Court proceedings would happen in the defendant’s jurisdiction or where the infringement occurred. So, in Lagos, Nigeria, where Smada made his record. This case is a civil suit because it’s a matter of intellectual property (IP).  The consideration and ruling rests finally on the judge, and the new Nigerian copyright law (2022) is stricter than ever. If Smada’s team can prove they didn’t infringe, no problem. But a case like this can drag, depending on the infringed artist’s label or whichever company might own the original musical composition. The company will institute the action against Smada.

    What to do when you’re about to sample or interpolate a song you like

    Lola: Don’t incorporate what isn’t yours into your work. It’s alright for inspiration, but learn to get credit. Reach out to the artist, no matter how established they are. There are many internet-savvy entertainment lawyers like Foza Fawehinmi you can also approach.

    I work with Teni. Some artists from different places have reached out to use her song, and we gave them out Pro Bono.

    What this means for the African creative industry moving forward

    Lola: Some artists may find it harder to clear songs, and it may mean tighter copyright laws depending on the location.

  • Whether 2023 has been your year or it’s nothing like you wished for, you’ve tried what you can and you’re still standing as a new year approaches. 

    As we prepare to round up the year and welcome the holidays, take time to reflect and big-up yourself with these celebratory Nigerian songs that popped up on the radar in 2023.

    Man of the Year — Seyi Vibez

    Seyi Vibez is one of the most talked about artists in Nigeria this year due to his incredible three-project run this year. Thy Kingdom Come, the last of the projects, opened with Man of the Year. As Seyi throws his usual worship style on the song and lays claims at having the best year, he states the sky is enough for everyone to fly. This jam is for you to boastfully say you’re the man of the year while you motivate others they can be the men of the year too.

    OVER DEM — Davido

    “If dem wan turn Goliath, I be David for life,” Davido sings as he declares his dominion over haters. Not to sound like an opp, but this can also be a prayer point against Nigeria. The country can be the weapon fashioned against its people.

    Eyes — Reminisce feat. Mayorkun

    Reminisce grabbed Mayorkun for the opening chorus on his new album, Alaye Toh Se Gogo. Mayorkun starts by singing about the pressure he’s passed through to become somebody. Reminisce complimented this effort with two solid verses about determination and persistence. If 2023 has shown you a lot of shege, the song Eyes is the best recap of an interesting 2023.

    Sunshine — Asake

    “Sun gon’ shine on everything you do,” Asake sings on Sunshine, the fourth track on his sophomore Work of Art. As the choral vocals press against the log drums, the song hits on resilience and the promise of rest after work. So sit back and enjoy your 2023 wins. You’ve tried.

    Sability — Arya Starr

    Self-confidence is one of the best and most admirable qualities everyone should aspire to. Arya Starr knows this and turned it into an anthem.

    City Boys — Burna Boy

    When you finally realise your beauty, strengths and steeze, you see yourself bigger and better. From the J Hus’ intro speech to Burna Boy’s message about enjoying soft life, City Boys admonishes you to flex around your city this end of the year and live your life to the max.

    Oloun — PayBac Boro feat. Payper Corleone

    Even if you don’t get all you wished for, never stop fighting for them. In a painstaking but fired-up, passionate delivery, rappers PayBac and Payper Corleone swear that they must blow up and have the flyest things. 

    Keep optimism with you, fam. 

    BEZOS — BlaqBonez

    With faith, Blaqbonez walks and believes that today may be challenging, but tomorrow, he may also be as rich as Jeff Bezos. This is the reality of life, and it can happen to anyone (who isn’t sitting down, lazy and entitled sha). Moreover, this is Nigeria, and the idea of waking up and blowing tomorrow morning is the delulu we need.

    Holy Ghost — Omay Lay

    First, let me say that I hope Omah Lay is doing alright wherever he is. Secondly, thanks to him for this emotional piece that kicks against inferiority complex. 2023 might shake your morale, but you can dance in 2024 with the assurance that the supernatural will boost your confidence. This song is consuming and uplifting.

    Party No Dey Stop — Adekunle Gold feat. Zinoleesky

    It’s the end of the year, and the title of this jam should be taken literally. Drink up and dance away. But don’t spend all you have on party o. 2024 is just a few weeks away, and saving will help you avoid the shege in the beginning of the year.

    Press play.

  • We’re in the last month of 2023, and we can barely feel the celebration in the air. Economy still is hard AF, purses are almost empty, friends and loved ones are on the japa wave. Nothing feels as they used to. Detty December doesn’t bang like it used to.

    But we have one life and can’t come and kill ourselves. If you’re like us, come here and we’ll let you in on a secret; we’ve figured out some simple hacks to enjoying Detty December.

    Work with the president

    It’s been raining special assistants at Aso Rock. Do you see the opportunity we see? If you can convince Tinubu to make you a special assistant’s assistant, you’re all set for December. Start revamping your CV.

    Work in a night club

    It’s not a secret that nightclubs will be full of activities this December. Get a job there,work the bottle service and get the chance to enjoy free music and party with celebrities.

    Play Santa and other mascots

    If you can take up gigs where you’ll cosplay as  Santa Claus or the Teletubbies,  This is your time to shine. You won’t get only money payment out of it; you’ll also enjoy music and kids.. Detty December is all about music and dance, isn’t it?

    Home is where the fun is  is

    If all else fails, sit down in your house o. Because if you step outside for one minute, 100k has gone.

    If you don’t do Detty December outside this year, you’ll do it next year. Trust the vibe.

    Buy unlimited data

    As you already know, outside is fucking expensive. You might as well stay indoors and spend your Detty December budget on data and Netflix streaming subscriptions. You will enjoy movies and views from those outside.

    Not discouraging you from going outside to flex, but also see this as your chance to be the film guru in your circle.

    Go to your village

    If you really need to change your location this December, pity your account and go to your village.  We hope you have the courage to walk away from the noise, chaos,and the bills in the city.

    Organise with friends

    If going to your village is not an option because you want to be with your friends, there’s one more option to explore.You guys can have fun by putting your little Detty December budgets together and having a cheerful and warm house party. Remember a wise man said, “in the sweetness of friendship, let there be laughter and sharing of pleasures. For in the dew of little things, does the heart find its morning and is refreshed.”

  • It’s that time of the year when the “I Just Got Backs” (AKA IJGBs or Nigerians abroad) return to the motherland to check on their family and loved ones.

    They’ll bring out foreign currencies, accents will flow left and right, and these allegations will remain around their necks.

    Wannabe ballers

    All IJGBs do is show off the superiority of their foreign cash. And now, naira can’t even fight back.

    Money speaks 

    IJGBs will trigger your lover’s release clause with money and abroad rizz. 

    Passport tactics

    Any small thing, they’ll brag about their red and blue passports. 

    No rizz without money

    The moment these dollar and pound sterling people surprise your partner before you, it’s all over.

    Don’t let them tell you lies

    All IJGBs are liars. If you snooze, they’ll give you cold zobo.

    Look before you cross the road

    If you don’t shine your eyes, you might find yourself becoming a genital meet-and-greet statictic on someone’s scoreboard.

    Consistently inconsistent

    They only remember their Naija crush at the end of the year. When the new year comes, they’d leave and ghost till the next holiday.

    Cut your coat to your size

    Don’t let peer pressure injure you.

    IJGB or “ijogbon”

    IJGBs will break your heart and ghost. Is their real name not “ijogbon” (trouble)?

    Beware of bed bugs

    Prevention is better than scratching your body and fighting little assassins that suck blood.

    It’s touching everyone

    Your friends abroad might want to leave out the fact that the current inflation is a global phenomenon.

  • On May 11, 2023, Nigerian chef Hilda Baci started her 100 hours cook-a-thon, and broke the  Guinness World Record for the “longest cooking marathon by an individual” on May 15th. The feat was more than just a proud Nigerian moment, it also inspired more people to attempt to break and set Guinness World Record across different categories.

    So we compiled a list of all Nigerians who have attempted to break the GWR since Hilda Baci.

    Philip Solomon

    On January 24th, 2023, Philip Solomon from Akure, Ondo State, was declared a world record holder for the most skips (153) on one foot in 30 seconds. Philip broke Bangladesh’s Rasel Islam 145 steps record set in 2021.

    Chef Dami

    A month after Hilda Baci became the longest cooking chef on GWR, Damilola Adeparusi, a 22-year-old chef from Ekiti attempted to break the record, aiming to cook for 120 hours. 

    Although the Board of Guinness World Records didn’t affirm her as the new record holder, some Nigerians cheered her, while some criticised her.

    Chef Adeola

    In an attempt to surpass Hilda Baci’s world-recorded cooking hours, a chef from Ondo State, Adeola Adeyeye, embarked on a 150-hour cooking marathon. She began on June 30, 2023 and completed it on July 7th. However, GWR didn’t recognise her attempt.

    Blaqk Stereo Music Group (BSMG)

    Nigerian actor and comedian Hawwal Emmanuel Olarenwaju Ogungbadero led 15 artists under his company, BSMG, to set the record for the longest recording marathon on June 25th, 2023. The recording session lasted for 40 hours, nineteen seconds.

    Tonye Solomon

    On August 10, 2023, Tonye Solomon from Bayelsa State set the record for taking the most steps (150) climbed on a ladder while balancing a football on his head.

    Hitsound

    Joshua Abba Jeremiah, AKA Hitsound, is a music producer, singer and YouTuber from Kogi State. On September 28, 2023, he attempted to record several artists for 72 hours to break the longest recording session record BSMG had set earlier in June.

    Lola Mewu

    Nigerian painter and 2D artist Oyinlola Mewu attempted to break the Guinness World Record for the longest painting marathon, clocking in at 72 hours. She started her painting marathon on October 28, 2023 and finished October 31, 2023 — a decade after Belgium’s Roland Palmaerts’ feat in 2013.

    Chef Tope

    Another Nigerian chef rose up to reclaim the title back to Nigeria on November 9th. Chef Tope’s attempt was a 200-hour cook-a-thon in Ogbomoso, Oyo State on November 18th.

    Remember Irish chef Alan Fisher took the record from Hida Baci, after completing a 119 hours and 57 minutes cooking session. 

    Subair Enitan

    Although Subair, a 200-level student of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), has landed in the hospital with hand injuries, she completed a 58 hours task of washing clothes. Subair applied for the GWR task last June.

  • The male fashionistas of today are popular for their originality and unrestricted sense of style. Gone are the days of copying the “American rapper” fashion template once deeply seated in Afro-pop culture. 

    Looking for inspiration from stylish Nigerian men to step up your own game? These are the guys to check out.

    Teezee

    As one of the founding fathers of Alté music, it isn’t hard to link Teezee‘s fashion style to the culture. He’s not your regular music and record label executive. You’ll only ever catch him in street or athleisure wear, casual clothes or adire pants for that Nigerian flavour.

    IG: @teezee

    Alani Gram

    Alani Gram is almost always in Yoruba trad, but some days, it’s hats, suits and other comfortable clothes. Still he looks like everyday is summer to him. He recently launched MŌYÀTÒ — a unisex fashion brand making vintage Yorùbá prints and patterns into the coolest designs and wears. You can be stylishly different like Alani. Do it for the culture and carry on tradition.

    IG: @alanigram

    Feedy

    One of the few guys who rock jerseys better than football players is Feedy. Football jerseys have broken into the fashion industry, but many folks haven’t caught on yet. Learn from Feedy AKA TheFeedbackBoy, who rocks football jerseys of all kind, from retro to classic. He’s so cool, he styles the current reigning video director, TG Omori. Feedy’s style community, Old Capsule, is focused on showcasing, selling and promoting vintage soccer jersey products.

    IG: @thefeedbackboy

    TG Omori

    Speaking of, if you follow TG Omori on any of his social accounts, it’s clear to see why he’s one of the most fashionable young men in Nigeria today. Unique sunglasses, cool tops and unusual shoe choices are major components of his style, but he’s also unpredictable.  Aside from his spectacular locs and gold grills, TG’s thick moustache makes him look even more stylish. Everything about him screams, “I’m so cool.” 

    IG: @boy_director

    Walter Banks

    Walter Banks AKA Wacko is a photographer and creative director who’s worked with many Afrobeats A-listers, and his eye for fashionable AF looks is A1. His style hangs between street fashion and Alté.

    IG: @wark_jacko

    Faraz

    Nothing overboard with Faraz Muhammad’s steeze but lots of iconic European street and rare Asian fashion releases. He knows how to throw all the simple clothes together and make runway swag out of it. He may appear like a Korean mountain climber on some days, but kids and adults can take inspiration from him any day.

    IG: @sixhunred

    Dwin, the Stoic

    Dwin wears silky tunics and suits, large clothes only Japanese warlords would wear, fascinating gold earrings and rings like Shabba Ranks. He’s very much royal and relaxed with his style. Out of ten folks, you’d hardly find two who dress like him. 

    Ejirhogene

    If you want the why-couldn’t-I-think-of-those type of looks in your wardrobe, Ejirhogene is who to follow. His style creatively crosses cultures and puts different clothings together to make unique outfits. This guy can rock agbada, durag and school sandals and still be the best dressed in the room. His finesse peaks with cool and unique colour combinations and accessory collections.

    Twitter: @Ejirhogene_

    READ: The Fashion It-Girls of Naija to Be Inspired By

  • Do you want to level up your fashion game, change your style or add to your wardrobe? These Nigerian ladies have the distinctive fashion tastes that might inspire yours.

    Temi Otedola

    Temi loves contrasting pieces and matching unique items. Her fashion style is chic, captivating but easy on the eyes. Although she focuses on her acting work these days, her JTO FASHION blog still inspires many with her personal style and fashion exploration. 

    Image source: @temiotedola

    Fisayo Longe

    Fisayo Longe owns Kai Collective, a go-to fashion brand that launched in 2016. You may have seen one of her remarkable colour-mesh designs popularly known as Gaia Dress. Fisayo’s style is pretty experimental, marrying vibrant colours together to make a dress or top. Either way, she kills it. 

    Image source: @fisayolonge

    Hafymo

    Fashion, beauty and lifestyle content? Leave it to Hafsah Mohammed AKA Hafymo. She has a penchant for wide-legged pants, bright colour combos and complex designs, a tradition that carries on in her fashion and clothing brand, Chenemi.

    Image source: @hafymo

    Anne Nonye Udeogu

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    Style Senami

    Apart from being one of the hottest young fashion stylists and consultants in Lagos, Style Senami, born Senami Mague, knows all the creative ways to style your skirts and corsets. You can learn one or two cool fashion things on her Fashion Bae Show. Peep her @whatshestyled page to see more of her work and people she’s styled.

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    Veekee James

    If you’re looking for gorgeous styles your strict mum or church’s mummy G.O. won’t stop fanning over, Veekee James has all the fashion ideas for you. Do you need bespoke wear? She got you — just that she doesn’t make clothes below ₦1m.

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    OnyiiBekeh

    Onyii Azode effortlessly pulls all styles. You’ll like her if you’re a fan of colours and clothes that take the Nigerian sun into consideration. Outstanding casual and street fashion? Check. Unique corporate styling? Check. Holiday, carnival or sexy style ideas, she does it all. She was studying in Medicine before fashion got her attention in 2018. Now, she calls herself a “medical doctor with a fly closet”.

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    Diana Eneje

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    Ashley Okoli

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    Bamy

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    Iretizee

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    Ogechi

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  • It’s been three years since the veteran Nigerian Highlife musician Flavour put out a full-length project. But the album break is coming to an end with his forthcoming album, African Royalty.

    Although Flavour announced the album on Friday, November 17th, he only just shared the album artwork and tracklist on his social media on November 23, 2023; his birthday.

    This is everything we know about the upcoming album.

    The early hints

    In October, Flavour  posted a clip of himself and The Cavemen in the studio, which he signaled “Album mode”. On November 2nd, he finally asked us with his chest if we were ready for his new album.

    African Royalty

    This upcoming album is Flavour’s eighth studio album, coming three years after Flavour of Africa. Aside from the gospel-like titles he has released including Uplifted (2010), Blessed (2012), Thankful (2014) and Divine (2018) — Flavour has always tilted towards indigenous themes. See N’abania (his debut in 2005) and Ijele the Traveller (2017). After several years of moderating traditional-inspired Igbo sound and Highlife music, there’s almost no doubt that African Royalty is a level-up on his previous works. 

    Artwork and tracklist

    The African Royalty announcement was accompanied bythe official album artwork and tracklist. This new project has 12 tracks, his shortest album since N’abania (2005) and Divine (2018).

    Features

    African Royalty features just three acts  including Ejyk Nwamba, a popular Ogene musician in South-East Nigeria. The Cavemen is on it too — we can call this the meet of Highlife maestros. The third guest artist on the album is Efya  from Ghana . These features seem very intentional. Bring it on, Mr. Flavour.

    Release date

    African Royalty will be released on December 2, 2023. Just in time for the holidays.

    Singles

    I’m a bit surprised his latest hit, Ndi Ike didn’t make it to the album, but I think it has built enough anticipation. Flavour noted that the lead single of the album, Big Baller, willdrop on Friday, November 24, 2023. But I’m a little lost because Game Changer, a single he released on December 2, 2022 is also on the album. Anyway, the lead single is what the artist says it is.