The world mourns the loss of reggae icon Jimmy Cliff, who passed away at the age of 81 following complications from a seizure and pneumonia. Known globally for his transformative impact on reggae music, Cliff was not only a celebrated singer and songwriter but a cultural ambassador whose legacy extended far beyond the shores of Read More…
By Nkanu Egbe When Pelumi Nubi eased her tiny purple car — fondly named Lumi — onto the road outside London last year, she did not only set out on a journey across continents. She stepped into a story that would eventually inspire millions: a 10,000-kilometre solo drive across 17 countries, ending at the gates Read More…
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor Tucked inside an old hotel in Lagos, Nahous is a cultural hub that blends old architecture with new contemporary vision. A creative space that combines art, fashion and design. Situated in the east wing of Lagos Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, an extension originally commissioned for Festac ’77. Walking Read More…
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan They’ve been headlining projects, events, their works, inspiring us and remaining relevant while staying true to their calling and passion. Veekee James – Born Ruth Erikan James in 1995, she is a fashion designer, gospel singer and entrepreneur. Having stopped school to pursue her passion, it paid off. Read More…
Celebrity chef Hilda Baci, in partnership with Gino Nigeria, has officially broken a Guinness World Record (GWR) by cooking the largest serving of Nigerian‐style jollof rice. The announcement came through GWR’s official social media, after the feat was confirmed. What Happened The event was held at Victoria Island, Lagos, specifically at Eko Hotels and Suites. Read More…
By Joy Essien Two years ago, Hilda Baci captured global attention when she cooked her way into the Guinness World Records with a 93-hour, 11-minute cooking marathon. In September 2025 she returned to the spotlight with an even bolder culinary spectacle: an attempt to cook the largest pot of jollof rice ever recorded. This latest Read More…
By Joy Essien Imagine this scenario. A busy location bustling with activities. Not so easy movement of vehicles in and out of the place because of the large number of people attending and no proper arrangement for logistics. Congestion and chaos are usually the hallmark of these gatherings. With no team in charge of coordinating Read More…
Five readers in Lagos are attempting to set a Guinness World Record by reading aloud non-stop for 424 hours over 18 days. The event began on August 12 and will run until August 30, 2025, at The Library Lagos, 82 Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Victoria Island. The challenge — billed as the longest marathon reading aloud Read More…
My mind has taken leaps, skipped hills and swam across the Niger to write not just a eulogy but a testimony which I hope, pulses with the fullness of Sule’s life. While I feel the ache of the loss of this dear brother of mine, I also hear his laughter, remember the grace, and the Read More…
Veteran journalist and press freedom advocate, Lanre Arogundade, has expressed deep relief and gratitude following the announcement that his name has been officially removed from the Department of State Security (DSS) watchlist after nearly four decades of surveillance and harassment. The announcement was made by Musikilu Mojeed, President of the International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria, Read More…