Written by The “King of Afrobeat”, “Black President”, activist and legendary musician Fela Kuti has returned to his hometown and Nigeria’s cultural capital Lagos through a landmark exhibition that celebrates his life and legacy and opens Monday. The “Afrobeat Rebellion” exhibition, organised by the French Embassy and the Kuti family, builds on one held in Paris … Continue reading “Landmark Lagos Exhibition Celebrates ‘King of Afrobeat’ Fela Kuti”
By Femi Falana SAN A fortnight ago, a group asked me to recuse myself from defending the National Union of Petroleum and Gas Workers (NUPENG). …
Nine-time Grammy winner Wynton Marsalis has arrived in Nigeria ahead of his headline appearance at 2025 Runway Jazz. Runway Jazz 2025 is a fusion event to be held in Lagos on Sunday. It combines world-class jazz, Nigerian musical talent, and runway fashion under the theme “Timeless Return”. The event will feature performances by Wynton … Continue reading “Grammy Winner Wynton Marsalis Arrives In Nigeria Ahead Of 2025 Runway Appearance”
Afrobeats star Rema has made history as he becomes the only African artist featured on the prestigious 2025 TIME100 Next list, which celebrates the worlds most influential rising stars. Remas profile for the list was authored by Grammy-winning legend Anglique Kidjo, who hailed his remarkable achievements. She highlighted how his success continues the legacy of African icons … Continue reading “Rema becomes first African artist on 2025 TIME100 Next list”
In the final days of his 30s, I spend 2 days with legendary Nigerian megastar, Dapo Oyebanjo. In the first part of this special interview, we go back to the beginning of Africa’s greatest entertainer. Joey Akan “I’m D’banj! Skibanjlakmajamaicanfriendscallme!,” Dapo Oyebanjo announces himself. Ever the performer, he swaggers into the living room, instantly elevating … Continue reading “D’banj: The Making Of Africa’s Michael Jackson (Part 1) jazz.com.ng”
United States defeated the Netherlands, 2-0, to win its second straight Women’s World Cup title. Top stories Lots of People Wanted Team USA to Apologize or Fail. Their World Cup Win Is One of the Greatest Responses in Sports Time Magazine 6 hours ago 2019 FIFA World Cup: US women’s team wins its fourth title Vox … Continue reading “Soccer Women’s World Cup – USA Wins Finals ! Yes we can call it soccer now 🙂 When did America start playing football i mean soccer lol”