The Journal seeks to become the most reliable, first-choice Pan-Nigerian information and public knowledge platform. The Journal Nigeria is a serious Journalism from an African Worldview
The Journal seeks to become the most reliable, first-choice Pan-Nigerian information and public knowledge platform. The Journal Nigeria is a serious Journalism from an African Worldview
A simmering dispute between Nollywood filmmakers and cinema operators has erupted into the open, as top industry figures accuse some cinemas of quietly sabotaging major December film releases through what they describe as deceptive and unfair screening practices. Film producer and director Niyi Akinmolayan ignited the latest wave of backlash after publicly calling out cinemas…
TikTok has celebrated the growing influence of Nollywood creators with a star-studded evening that fused cinema, culture and digital storytelling, reaffirming the platform’s role in amplifying African film voices on the global stage. The video-sharing giant recently hosted an exclusive #WhatToWatch Cinema Experience, bringing together Nollywood filmmakers, actors and film-focused content creators for an immersive…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake has expressed deep sorrow following the death of a young fan after a crowd crush at his concert in Nairobi, Kenya. The victim, 20-year-old Karen Lojore, died on Saturday amid congestion near an entrance gate at Nyayo National Stadium, where fans had gathered for the show. Reports indicate that long queues,…
Nigerian record label Chocolate City Music has publicly accused popular rapper Tochukwu “Odumodublvck” Ojogwu of physically assaulting one of its employees and engaging in a prolonged campaign of harassment and intimidation against its artists and staff. In a detailed statement issued on Tuesday, the label alleged that Odumodublvck assaulted its staff member, Feyi Ajayi,…
Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has been released from police custody following a two-day detention linked to her social media posts about Lagos-based pastor Chris Okafor, founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry. Ogala, 37, was arrested on Saturday during a live-streamed interview after she posted and later deleted an image appearing to…
As the Africa Cup of Nations kicks into gear, Tanzania’s head coach Miguel Gamondi has struck a tone of defiant optimism ahead of his side’s daunting Group C opener against Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Tuesday night in Fez. On paper, the contest appears heavily one-sided. Nigeria, three-time African champions and perennial contenders, will face…
For Nicki Minaj, the decision to speak publicly about the plight of Christians in Nigeria was not driven by headlines or political calculation—it was personal. The global rap icon offered that explanation during a surprise appearance at AmericaFest on Sunday, where she addressed questions about her recent comments on alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria….
Nobody saw it coming—and that was the magic. Just when fans thought Shallipopi had delivered his final mic drop of the night, Grammy-winning Afrobeats giant Burna Boy walked onto the stage and sent the Iconiq Fest crowd into absolute pandemonium. The surprise appearance unfolded late Friday night at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos, during the…
Nearly three decades after his death, the unmistakable pulse of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s Afrobeat will echo once again on the world’s biggest music stage. The legendary Nigerian musician, revolutionary bandleader and cultural dissident will be posthumously honoured with a Special Merit Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, cementing his place not just as a…
Influencer Peller has publicly apologized after being arrested by the Lagos State Police Command for dangerous driving and an alleged suicide attempt linked to emotional distress. In a social media video, the TikTok personality expressed remorse for his actions. “I am sorry, Nigerians. Please, I’m sorry. I will never do that again. For now, I…