What the hell was this episode 1o of Our Best Friend’s Wedding? I won’t even lie, I have become so emotionally invested in this show because believe it or not, finally a show that actually gives a shit about music and how music helps shape how scenes are perceived. Proper camera work. Gbemi Olateru Olagbegi, (who can be a wet blanket sometimes but is generally amazing). Oreka’s fabulous natural hair up dos. Yes, I am emotionally invested. But Our Best Friend’s Wedding, like Nigeria, has also almost consistently deliver crushing disappointment with each episode.
But this episode 10, Lord Jesus, if I wasn’t the Urban Poor, I swear I would have broken my laptop.
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First off, in a move that I both loved and hated, the showrunners decided to add a minute long recap of everything that has happened so far on Our Best Friend’s Wedding. It was great because the episodes are a week apart and it’s been nine weeks, but we’ve also been griping for months about how the episodes are too short and then they still shave off a whole minute for a recap. Is the universe messing with me?
Significant time has passed since the events of episode 9 and now everyone seems to have settled into their lives. Jade and Tunde are aggressively dating, Charles is asshole-ing, Kemi is covering for her absent (and cheating) husband and no one else really matters to the plot, especially not Promise who had the best possible plotline and Charles’s mother who is the whole point of the show anyway. Charles is out, waiting to meet up with the last girl on his possible wife list, no not Jade, another girl.
Tunde on the other hand is workaholic’in in the office when Tolu the P.A. with a crush reminds him he has date night with Jade. It’s already six thirty, the very heart of evening rush hour traffic, and Tunde is already screwed before he leaves the office. Charles gets stood up by his date when he’s at the restaurant and guess who shows up at that same restaurant. Ding! Ding!! Ding!! Jade.
Do I even need to tell you where they are going with this?
Jade shows up to the restaurant where Charles has just gotten stood up, after EVERYBODY on this damn show has told us Jade is catching feelings for Charles. And the person is actually supposed to be on a date which conveniently stuck in traffic, giving our accidental lovebirds all the damn time they need to frolic. Sure #Jarles was always a possibility since the first scene, but for fuck’s sake, these people have no chemistry, not enough to even distill salt. Why are we suffering through this?
Then after out of the blue admitting she likes Charles. She escapes to the bathroom to go and beat herself up for saying what is apparently obvious to everyone else. And who else would be in the bathroom than Chioma. The girl who Kemi and Charles aggressively ruled out when they were deciding which girls should be on his potential wife list. Home girl is smug as hell, if I’m right about OBFW’s obsession with obvious foreshadowing this is yet another convenient coincidence.
And WHAT was that bathroom Monologue? Oreka basically transformed into a ratchet Issa Rae from Insecure. Girl… GIRL…
So Charles and Jade finally address the ‘tension’ between them and Jade tells Charles to fuck off. But not before Tunde shows up, just as Charles force a kiss on Jade and drives off in anger.
Everybody sha packs themselves to their various houses. Jade in her Uber, Charles in his motor car and Tunde to his bottle of booze which he reaches for instead of ever processing his feelings. He drinks some, breaks the tumblr and storms off (to Jade’s house, obvs).
Jade on the other hand is daydreaming about the day’s events while Charles keeps calling. She then flashes back to her ‘august’ meeting with Chioma in the bathroom and reveals that Chioma is still bitter over Charles, thinks that he and Jade should be together and thinks that she is still naive. Then she drops this season first real bombshell. Back in the day in university, Charles and Kemi used to gbensh.
Anyhow while baby girl is flashbacking, bros Tunde shows up in her house drunk as hell. Chris Attoh is normally pretty good an actor but in this scene is pretty much Chris Attoh acting as a man who is drunk and angry. And it is not a good look. He argues with Jade, she admits that she wants to boink Charles and doesn’t want to choose and Tunde understanding turns on his heel and nopes it the hell out of there.
Charles’s day else just went from bad to worse, Onome’s showed up and finally dumped her pregnancy on Charles’s head.
My God, we really are suffrin.
So this whole thing happened because Jade couldn’t carry her fucking phone and call her boyfriend to ask him where he was. Are you all fucking kidding me?
There is just one episode left and there are more loose ends on this shit than a basket woven by a blind boy. I am already dreading the finale.
They have sha said that the finale episode will be longer. OBFW gang, y’all better fucking bring it. TIE DOWN EVERY LOOSE PLOT HOLE. DO NOT PISS ME OFF.
I’M NOT PLAYING WITH Y’ALL’S CRUSTY ASSES. DO NOT FUCK WITH ME.
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There’s no denying that OdumoduBlvck’s 2023 mixtape ‘Eziokwu’ established his musical genius. While the half dozen projects that preceded ‘Eziokwu’ almost served as target practice, largely showcasing the early iterations of Okporoko music – his unique melodious rap fusion – it was his major label debut that truly grounded the rapper in Nigeria’s rich Hip-Hop lineage. The album’s far-reaching success culminated in a historic joint tour with fellow 2023 breakout star Shallipopi, which saw the two share the stage across 9 cities in the United States. Similarly, riding the high of his latest mixtape, ‘The Machine Is Coming,’ the Anti-World Gangstar head huncho recently announced a new tour. This time, however, instead of taking his new collection of infectious bangers to stages abroad, the rapper decided to visit different universities across the country for what he calls the ‘Greatest School Tour Ever.’
Touring in Nigeria is a subject that has become somewhat controversial over the last few years, splitting opinions amongst many fans, industry experts, and artists themselves. Back in the mid-2000s to early 2010s, local touring was very much the norm. Platforms like Star Music’s ‘The Trek,’ as well as a few prominent local promoters, enabled some of the biggest names like 2face, Olamide, and M.I to hold annual nationwide tours. These tours included stops in cities like Warri, Makurdi, Owerri and many other places that artists are less likely to visit today. University tours were also popular as they presented an avenue for these artists to connect with their younger audience, who mostly served as the bedrock of their fan base.
The rise of digital streaming platforms, which has partly informed the industry’s rapid evolution over the past decade, coupled with other economic and infrastructural issues, has, however, forced a sharp decline in local touring, making it an almost altruistic endeavour in today’s Nigeria. Afropop gaining global exposure meant that the international market immediately became more viable and lucrative to our biggest stars, and this reshaped their priorities. The extensive, multi-city shows became reserved for diaspora fans, while the local audience, in most cases, are treated to a solitary annual show.
OdumoduBlvck looks to buck this trend with the ‘Greatest School Tour Ever,’ prioritizing his primary audience before tending to those abroad. In truth, the Lagos-born rapper is not the only one who has embarked on this type of tour in recent times. A couple of years ago, UK-based rapper Kida Kudz and Ckay also went on similar campus tours, with the latter making stops at 10 different universities across the country. Llona, one of the breakout stars from last year, is also currently on a nationwide tour coming off the success of his impressive debut album ‘Homeless.’ The ‘Greatest School Tour Ever,’ is however, peculiar and momentous because of its timing and OdumoduBlvck’s standing as one of the biggest names around.
At the recent 17th Headies Awards, the rapper became the latest recipient of the Next Rated award, a highly coveted plaque that’s historically reserved for standout acts whose music defines the zeitgeist at a given period. He received the award just two days after he gave an electrifying performance at Afe Babalola University. His latest mixtape, ‘The Machine Is Coming,’ a precursor to his highly anticipated forthcoming debut, currently sits at the No. 2 spot on the Turntable Top 50 Album charts. It is unheard of in recent times: that the Headies Next Rated act, who has one of the top projects in the country, is on a local university tour. The Abuja-native has, however, shown on numerous occasions that he has never really been one to abide by existing standards. The famous opening lines from his breakout single “Declan Rice” (I can do without their Policy I Know), did not only serve as a message to gatekeepers and naysayers but also as a manifesto that declared his mode of operation going forward.
At the time of this writing, the rapper has only made two stops on his ongoing tour, but his decision to embark on a local tour of this nature already looks to be paying dividends. The first two shows have produced viral clips that capture his star power, the hysteria of his headline shows and his rapidly growing influence, especially amongst younger listeners. The viral clips have already created an increased demand for shows, with many young fans harassing the rapper to add more dates to the tour. With the release of ‘The Machine Is Coming’ and his recent crowning moment at the Headies, it’s safe to assume there’s more attention on him now than ever. While it is, of course, still early days, the rapper’s decision to embark on a local university tour, especially given that he’s currently experiencing a career high, could go on to become a significant moment, one that potentially inspires a shift in the touring landscape in Nigeria.
The historic Fanti Carnival is set to make its grand return on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, bringing the...
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This year’s edition is supported by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, in partnership with Robert Taylor Media and the Brazilian Descendants Association of Lagos. Together, they aim to honour the legacy of the Afro-Brazilian community in Lagos — descendants of formerly enslaved returnees who shaped the city’s culture, religion, and architecture.
The carnival procession will kick off at 12:00 PM, starting from Old Defence Road and will end at the JK Randle Centre, with accreditation beginning at 10:00 AM. Attendees can expect a stunning showcase of traditional costumes, Afro-Brazilian drumming, dance, and performances from local creatives reinterpreting heritage for a new generation.
Whether you’re drawn to the dazzling pageantry, the live performances, or the chance to connect with a rich cultural history, the Fanti Carnival is an unmissable event this Easter.
Tickets are now available, and more information can be found via the official Fanti Carnival website or their social platforms.
Dutch textile brand Vlisco recently unveiled its latest campaign ‘The Garden Of Sisterhood,’ as part of...
Dutch textile brand Vlisco recently unveiled its latest campaign ‘The Garden Of Sisterhood,’ as part of its women’s month celebration. The campaign, which looks to extend Vlisco’s rich legacy in African fashion and its ongoing celebration of creativity and cultural storytelling, takes inspiration from Congolese musical icon Fally Ipupa’s latest single, “Mayanga.” The song’s accompanyingmusic video was shot in the Ivory Coast, and seamlessly balances Ipupa’s signature soulful Rumba music with intricate floral motifs and soft, elegant colour palettes that celebrate the strength and individuality that blossoms through community.
In addition to Fally Ipupa, Vlisco also tapped up Ivorian fashion designer Loza Maléombho and Nigerian director Daniel Obasi to contribute to ‘The Garden Of Sisterhood’ campaign. Maléombho’s unique designs and Obasi’s striking storytelling helped contribute to actualising Vlisco’s distinct aesthetic and vision of merging heritage, creativity and fashion.
In a statement discussing the collaboration with Vlisco, the Congolese superstar described it as a beautiful experience. “They understood my vision of working with talented artists and honouring the beautiful women who wear Vlisco fabrics. By creating exclusive designs for me and the remarkable women in the cast, Vlisco really brought our artistic vision to life, harmoniously fusing music and fashion,” he said.
Similarly, Marlou van Engelen, the creative director of Vlisco, expressed that it was an honour working with Fally Ipupa. “His song ‘MAYANGA’ perfectly reflects our admiration for the women who shaped us, inspire us, and mean so much to us. For us, it’s not just about fashion; it’s about the stories told through our beautiful prints. And I believe the best stories are always told together,” she said in a statement.