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Music Review
Music Review

Shaitan: Telekinesis and Arodan Review – Michael Kolawole
On “Auracle”, Shallipopi is an Oracle with a cool aura – Michael Kolawole
Tems’ Love Is A Kingdom: A Gentle Reign of Love and Doubt – Michael Kolawole
Book Review
Book Review

A Celebration of African Hair: A Review of Hairstory by Sope Martins – Akumbu Uche
Hymar David’s Memoir Is A Brave Manifesto for Self-Discovery & True Grit – Sima Essien
Psychobabble Inc.: A review of Chude Jideonwo’s “How Depression Saved My Life” — Akumbu Uche
Movie Review
Movie Review

The Archetype of Motherhood as Martyrdom: Appraising Nollywood’s Representation of Motherhood – Joseph Jonathan
“UDO”: The short film that asks, what is your love language? — Precious Nzeakor
Wizkid: Long Live Lagos: A Meditation on Legacy and Endurance – Michael Kolawole
Theatre Review
Theatre Review

Unpacking “Once Upon an Elephant”: A Stage Experience by Peaklane Drama Troupe – Peju Akande
“Dear Kaffy” is a riot of laughter and a river of tears – Peju Akande
LAMDA’s production of James Baldwin’s “The Amen Corner” interrogates Christian charity – Toni Kan
Essays
Essays

Biodun Jeyifo… A Man of Letters departs — Sola Adeyemi
Our Best Essays and Reviews of 2025
Orchestra of Fishermen of the Country: The compelling oeuvre of Chigozie Obioma — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
Who will emerge victorious in The Nigeria Prize for Literature 2025? — Terh Agbedeh
Interviews
Interviews

Elsie Is Bringing Music Conversations to Our Doorsteps From Lagos to Toronto to the World – Onyema Dike
Adrien Brody’s “Red Chip” revolution beyond the box office
I try to find that sweet spot between substance and form — Michael Afenfia
News
News

Jennifer Runyon “Ghostbusters” & “Charles in Charge” star, dies at 65
Meghan Markle to headline “girls’ weekend” in Sydney
Aaron Taylor-Johnson is new James Bond
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March 14, 2026

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