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Abdulkabeer Tijani
Abdulkabeer Tijani is a Nigerian freelance journalist and visual storyteller with expertise on Nigeria’s media landscape. He has written for leading international media outlets including Al Jazeera, Minority Africa, International Journalists Network, The Continent, University World News and The Republic.
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What is Ojude Oba Without an Awujale?
The 2026 edition of the Ojude Oba festival presents one of the most significant moments in the contemporary history of Ijebuland. For well over a century, the festival has been understood as an act of homage to the Awujale of Ijebuland, a p…. read more.
Horse Riding, Fashion, and Homecoming Moments at the Heart of Ojude Oba Festival
Every year during the Ojude Oba Festival, the rhythmic galloping of horses, the shimmer of embroidered regalia, and the display of mounted riders transform the ancient town of Ijebu-Ode into a living theatre of culture, fashion, prestige, a…. read more.
Inherited Frames: How Family Dynasties Built Nollywood Movie Industry
In the early 1990s, Nigeria’s film industry began to take shape with the rise of direct-to-video production, supported by video parlours that drove its reach and visibility. Starting with Video Home System (VHS) releases like Ken Nnebue’s L…. read more.
Clash Abroad, Cries at Home: US-Iran Conflict Is Deepening Economic Hardship in Nigeria
On 28 February 28 2026, coordinated strikes by the US and Israel targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities, middle installations, and key military infrastructure. The escalation drove global crude oil prices above $100 per barrel and heightened co…. read more.
Egbaliganza 2026 has renewed debates on the limits of innovation in expressing Yoruba cultural heritage
When the 39th Lisabi Festival ended on 28 March 2026 at Ake Palace in Abeokuta, it did more than honour Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, the 18th-century Egba warrior who led his people's revolt against the Oyo Empire's oppression. Rebranded as Egbal…. read more.
HOW BALOGUN MARKET WOMEN COMBINE MOTHERHOOD AND TRADE
In Balogun Market, one of Lagos oldest and most vibrant trading hubs, Mrs. Adewale, known in her section as “Mama l’Aburo” for her decades of expertise in premium fabrics, mirrors the daily reality of countless market women who navigate the…. read more.
EID-AL-FITRI IN PICTURES: HOW MUSLIMS CELEBRATED IN NIGERIA
On Friday, March 20, 2026, Muslims across Nigeria joyfully marked the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, the festival that concludes the holy month of Ramadan with communal prayers, reflection, and renewed spiritual commitment. Following the Sulta…. read more.
HOW DEMOLITION IS PUSHING MAKOKO’S CHILDREN OUT OF SCHOOL
Lagos, Nigeria — Three months after the Lagos State Government demolished large parts of Makoko, the waterfront settlement known as Nigeria's Venice, the impact on the community's schools is visible and growing. The first thing you notice i…. read more.