Entertainment

Substance use is a menace in the Nigerian entertainment industry. However, some prominent artists have depicted it in various ways in their music videos—to the chagrin of law enforcement agencies. Either out of peer pressure or youthful exuberance, some of these artists have obscenely flashed substances like cannabis and cocaine or subtly glorified them in their music videos. Questions around …

Nigerian music star Zlatan has come full circle, reuniting with legendary rapper Olamide for their new single, ‘Gimme Your Love’. Seven years ago, their first collaboration catapulted Zlatan into the limelight, marking him as a talent to watch in the vibrant Nigerian music scene. Since then, Zlatan has risen to global prominence with hit after hit, while Olamide remains an …

You know that gut-punch feeling when you scroll through Netflix, spot a movie you’ve been meaning to watch, add it to your list and a few weeks on, you don’t find it. Yeah, been there. That’s why we put together a list of some of the titles leaving Netflix by December. Netflix is doing the unthinkable; breaking up with some …

Migration is a trending phenomenon. Couched under the familiar ‘japa‘ term for Nigerians, notable Yoruba movie stars have embraced it as much as regular citizens. While fame can be intoxicating, it can also be long-lasting. In the case of these five movie stars, they chose to live what you may refer to as ‘normal lives’ abroad despite the level of …

Rising Nigerian artist VEECEE is set to shake the streets with his new single, No Drama, releasing on 29th November 2024. Produced by Asuzu, the track is a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the struggles and aspirations of a youth navigating the complexities of street life in Nigeria. A Message from the Streets No Drama is more than just a …

Is it just me, or has Nigeria been on a film festival marathon lately? First, the African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) came in like a blockbuster premiere, and just as we were catching our breath, the Lagos Fringe Film Festival pulled up with its own cinematic vibes. It’s like the universe whispered, “Let there be lights, cameras, and action—everywhere!” Now, …

Since the turn of the century, Nigerian artists have joined forces to deliver unforgettable records. Posses cut is a popular term in hip hop that refers to songs with four more successive verses from four or more rappers. The term has expanded to cover songs with four or more artists delivering different verses. On this week’s Afrobeats throwback, we will …

The ongoing case of Speed Darlington has received a new update as renowned lawyer and human rights activist, Deji Adeyanju has revealed that the singer, also known as AKPI, has been transferred from Owerri to Abuja. It will be recalled that Speed Darlington was arrested for the second time in just two months during his show in Owerri, Imo State of which …

Sinach as distinguished herself as a musician per excellence. For over a decade, Sinach has impacted the global gospel music industry with a collection of her soul-lifting songs. The powerful vocalist who is a product of Christ Embassy has moved listeners across the world with her stellar music that has won her multiple accolades. In an interview with Pulse Nigeria, …

Before streaming platforms and binge-worthy web series, there were the golden days of Nigerian soap operas. Ah, the good ol’ days of Nigerian soap operas—when the internet wasn’t a thing (or at least not a thing for most of us), and your nightly entertainment depended on NTA, AIT, or STV.  Back then, soap operas weren’t just TV shows; they were …