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How Nigerian women are changing the narrative for producers in the studio
"We need women to know that certain opportunities are open to

New Music Friday: New Projects From Uncle Waffles, Lloyiso, Paybac Iboro & More
The weekend sounds good already

For The Girls: Real Warri Pikin is an unstoppable force in African comedy
"make I no lie to you, I funny die!"

NATIVE Exclusive: Trill Xoe Is Always Expanding His Artistry
the NATIVE Records A&R talks co-producing "Declan Rice," his creative process and journey into music

Meet Logos Olori, the latest artist on DMW’s all-star roster
Here's what we know about the artist recently signed to Davido Music Worldwide (DMW)

Hot Takes: Fear Not, AI Is Not Coming For Afropop
how would the super-fast Artificial Intelligence influence our beloved music?

What’s Going On Special: The Cruelty of Uganda’s new anti-gay laws
Targeted violence that endangers people for being who they

For The Girls: Faridah Folawiyo is making Black art accessible, one exhibition at a time
"We think about how to create safe spaces of community and fun for

TurnTable Top 100: Tiwa Savage’s “Stamina” Is The Highest-Charting Female Collaboration
Tiwa Savage’s “Stamina” moves to a new peak of No. 4

A Look Back At Odumodublvck’s Best Football References
The rapper's fascination with football enlivens his bars

Best New Music: Nonso Amadi & Zinoleesky Are A Perfect Pairing On “Lock Up”
Off his debut album, 'When It

How Women In Comedy Are Navigating Nigeria’s Androcentric Industry
"A woman can be in a male-dominated industry and still stand

What is Alté: How Nigeria’s most prominent alternative community continues to thrive
"I think the alté scene is at a crucial