Sometimes, I find myself thinking about the lives our mothers and grandmothers lived, and a strange longing swells inside me. It might sound almost impossible, almost nostalgic to the point of fantasy, yet it is a longing grounded in understanding. Life then was slower, simpler, yet somehow fuller. There were no incessant pings of notifications, no highlights…
Known for its heavy drums, fast-paced lyrics, and lively stage performances, Fuji music has been one of Nigeria’s most dominant and culturally rooted Yoruba musical genres. Yet the story of Fuji has often been told mainly through the achievements of male artists who dominate the genre. A new documentary, Women of Fuji, Episode II of…
For decades, popular culture has insisted that love should feel intense, dramatic, and slightly chaotic. From what we see in movies to what we read in literature, love is frequently defined by grand gestures and intense passion. Sometimes it is even filled with so much tension that it becomes overwhelming and, in many cases, emotionally…
Culture has always shaped fashion, but today, the algorithm shapes culture back. Platforms like Instagram have amplified Nigerian fashion beyond borders, offering unprecedented visibility. At the same time, they have introduced a new pressure — the demand to perform aesthetically for the screen. The runway is no longer confined to physical spaces; it now lives…
Your 20s are sold to you as the best years of your life. No one tells you they can also be the loneliest. Ever been through a rough breakup? You probably think I mean a romantic relationship breakup—well, I mean a friendship breakup. Your 20s are often considered a prime phase filled with endless possibilities,…
