Food
20 Aug 2023
As the summer sun blazes across the sky, there's no better way to cool down and quench your thirst than with a delicious and nutritious African smoothie. Bursting with vibrant flavours and packed with vitamins, these smoothies are a delightful way to experience the diverse and rich culinary heritage of the African continent. Here are…
13 Aug 2023
Once you try this Indian chicken dish, you will surely be warming up for more. Despite its simple preparation, the dish comes with a lot of amazing flavours that explode in your mouth. Ingredients • 2 ½ lb. boneless and skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 ½ -inch pieces 1 can of tomato puree •…
10 Aug 2023
Edikang Ikong soup is a highly nutritious, delicious and savoury vegetable soup natively prepared using ‘ugwu’ (the native name for fluted pumpkin leaves) and Malabar spinach (locally called water leaf in Nigeria) Ingredients • 350g beef or smoked turkey pre-cooked • 300g cow feet precooked • 350g stockfish precooked • A piece African style dried…
7 Aug 2023
Nyembwe is called ‘sauce graine’ in Cote d’voire and is made from the pulp of the oil palm kernel. It’s called ‘moambé’ in Congo and ‘banga soup’ in Nigeria. This sauce is also a wonderful accompaniment to meat and smoked fish. Ingredients • Okra • Spring onions (scallions) • Oil • Nile perch, sea bass…
6 Aug 2023
Thiep bou dien (rice with fish) is the national dish of Senegal. Ingredients for 6 • 2 kg (4 lb 8 oz) white grouper • 6 tbsp green nokoss • Vegetable oil • 100 g (3½ oz) pumpkin • 2 carrots • 1 turnip • 1 cassava tuber • African eggplant (aubergine) • ½ white…
4 Aug 2023
Nigerians are faced with one challenge or the other to stay alive and have a good relationship with everyone around them. Good foods therefore help us to battle and help us fight all of these challenges, more importantly, they are easily accessible for us to get. fresh and nourishing. Maintaining good mental health is essential,…
31 Jul 2023
Tagines have a complex taste that will make you and your family appreciate Moroccan dishes. Remember not to stir too much when you eat it so that you will not break the vegetables down. Ingredients: • 2 medium zucchini, cut into ½-inch pieces • 1 small, peeled butternut squash, cut into ½-inch pieces • 1…
23 Jul 2023
Every year, as winter and spring fade away, our hearts yearn for that first bite of tender, sweet, buttery corn. The sight of fresh corn stacks at farmers' markets and grocery stores signals the official arrival of summer, a season devoted to indulging in the joy of corn feasting. But did you know that there's…
16 Jul 2023
Red rice in Central Africa is roughly the same as jollof rice or wolof rice in West Africa or pilau rice in East Africa. This recipe, originally from Senegal, has as many variations as there are countries that claim it as their national dish. Each part of the continent has adapted the recipe according to…
13 Jul 2023
Refreshing and light, watermelon salad is a perfect summertime dish that beautifully combines the sweetness of watermelon with tangy and savoury flavours. Bursting with colours and textures, this salad is an absolute crowd-pleaser at picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish for any meal. The juicy watermelon, crisp vegetables, and zesty dressing make for a…
11 Jul 2023
The northern part of Nigeria has a history of producing sumptuous and distinctive foods. One of these varieties is the ‘Masa’ or ‘Waina’. It is a popular food, especially with the Hausa. It is a fermented puff batter of rice, millet, maize, or sorghum cooked in a pan, which usually gives it an oval or…
9 Jul 2023
Odika comes from a type of wild mango that grows in the forests of Gabon. It is made by breaking open the mango seed and removing the inner kernel. The kernel is then dried and dry-roasted. In Gabon, it is traditionally crushed while still hot to preserve it. The paste is placed in moulds and…
Guardian Life
8 hours ago
Magistrate Court in Ikorodu, has given an order for the DNA test to declare the paternity of late singer Mohbad's son, Liam. The court, after failed attempts to personally serve Wunmi, Mohbad's wife, with notice of a pending DNA test application, has ordered substituted means of service. The decision comes as the Aloba family, representing…
9 hours ago
Grammy-winning singers Ashanti and Nelly have revealed that they are expecting their first child together and have officially gotten engaged. Ashanti and Nelly’s love story spans over two decades. They first crossed paths at a Grammy Awards press conference in 2003. Back then, Ashanti playfully gave Nelly her autograph. This encounter led to them dating.…
9 hours ago
Netizens are reacting to Brymo's criticism of Tiwa Savage and Simi's latest collaboration, “These Men are Crazy” The controversial musician took to Tiwa's Instagram page to respond to her post, “Erm, Tiwa I did like to know the thoughts behind “men are crazy” line. “Because it's the one thing boys say in private, about your…
14 hours ago
Rapper Kanye West finds himself at the center of controversy after an alleged physical altercation involving a man who reportedly grabbed his wife, Bianca Censori. The incident unfolded during a night out in Los Angeles. According to police sources, Kanye West has been identified as a suspect in a battery case after allegedly punching the…
1 day ago
A Brazilian woman Érika de Souza Vieira wheeled the corpse of her uncle 68-year-old Paulo Roberto Braga into a bank on Tuesday. Vieira wanted her dead uncle to sign off on a 17,000 reais ($3,250) loan to her. But she was arrested shortly after entering the bank. “Uncle, are you listening? You need to sign…
Music
13 Apr
For decades, Port Harcourt city has nestled some of Afrobeats’ biggest stars. From Ajebo Hustlers to Omah Lay, Timaya, Burna Boy, Mercy Chinwo and many others, the garden city has become a birthplace of music stars renowned mostly for their unique artistries.
12 Apr
The highly anticipated unveiling ceremony of Fortune Kingsley, a.k.a. GyC , to the Bullion Records took place on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the South East Asia Restaurant, Ikeja, Lagos. The event unfolded with grandeur and excitement, marking a significant milestone in the Nigerian music industry. Esteemed guests, including international music promoter Alhaji Ademola A.J…
6 Apr
MultiChoice Nigeria has unveiled the trio of Omawumi, 9ice and Ric Hassani as judges for the 9th edition of Africa's prestigious music talent show, the Nigerian Idol, and also announced dates for its premiere.
6 Apr
I don't really think that I started my musical career or it had a beginning; because as long as I remember my mom has always pushed for me to be in the choir and attend dance rehearsals and all of that. So it wasn’t like there was a point in my life where I tried music or I decided that I would do music fully.
30 Mar
Wande Coal, Rugar, Magneto, Guchi, Eltee Skhillz, Qing Madi, DJ Picasso, DJ Nana and Hypeman Best have been named as headliners for the maiden edition of the African Independent Television (AIT) Music Plus Festival schedule for Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Good Beach Victoria Island, Lagos.
Film
2 days ago
Roy Madu, also known as the Towncrier is a man who loves his crafts so dearly. That is why, he never stops showing his creative side and telling African Stories through the art of filmmaking and making creative sounds. Madu's audacity to challenge norms and present authentic black African narrative in a most relatable manner…
6 Apr
They have been consistent as the ‘eastern stars’. Since they took the decision to venture into acting in 1999, the ever charming and delectable Chidinma and Chidebere Aneke, aka Aneke Twins, have not looked back.
6 Apr
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) and some non-governmental organisations have agreed to continue their collaboration to reduce the effects of tobacco and other harmful products towards achieving a ‘SmokefreeNollywood’.
31 Mar
RX FRANCE has announced the launch of MIP LONDON, a new industry market and networking event set to to hold from February 24 to 27, 2025, with a pre-opening on Sunday, February, 23.
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30 Mar
Christians all over the world are currently celebrating Easter - a period that signifies the sacrifice of Jesus Christ - death and resurrection. To enjoy this easter period we have curated five evergreen films you should see, now or later after the holidays These films not only depict the closest picture of what happens but…