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Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ Becomes the Most Certified Afrobeats Song in U.S. History with 8× Platinum Milestone

Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ Becomes Most Certified Afrobeats Song in U.S. History In what is now a defining moment for African music on the world stage, Nigerian sensation Rema has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with his record-breaking hit “Calm Down.” The song, which features American pop artist Selena Gomez, has officially been certified 8× Platinum in

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African women are incredibly beautiful, and their sense of style is unmatched. So elegant and powerful!

African women are incredibly beautiful, and their sense of style is unmatched. So elegant and powerful! There is a magic that follows the African woman wherever she walks—a radiant energy that cannot be replicated, only admired. She is bold, she is soft, she is fire, and she is water. Her beauty is not just visual;

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Soft Life vs. Hustle Culture: The choice of Nigeria youths

📅 Date: July 6, 2025✍️ Author: Blackxcellence📁 Category: Lifestyle In the vibrant chaos of Lagos traffic or the quiet corners of Abuja cafés, you’ll hear it everywhere: “Soft life or nothing.” But right beside that energy is another kind — the early risers working 3 gigs, the tech bros burning midnight oil, the japa hopefuls

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Why Gen Z in Nigeria Is Redefining Success Outside University Degrees

Why Gen Z in Nigeria Is Redefining Success Outside University Degrees For decades in Nigeria, success followed a rigid formula: get good grades → gain admission into a university → graduate → get a job → build a life. That formula shaped not only policies and parenting styles, but entire generations. But in 2025, something

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Inside the Beat: How Women Are Shaping the Future of African Music Production

Inside the Beat: How Women Are Shaping the Future of African Music Production For decades, the world of music production in Africa — from Lagos to Nairobi, Accra to Johannesburg — has been dominated by men behind the scenes. While male producers like Don Jazzy, Sarz, Rexxie, Masterkraft, and Juls became household names, female producers

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Top 10 Female Afrobeats Artists to Watch in 2025

10 Fast-Rising Female Afrobeats Artists Dominating 2025 Afrobeats continues to rise globally, and the women leading the charge deserve the spotlight. In this article, we explore the Top 10 Female Afrobeats Artists to Watch in 2025, highlighting the voices shaping the future of African music. Afrobeats has evolved far beyond a regional sound — it’s

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Top 5 Female Afrobeats Producers to Watch

Top 5 Female Afrobeats Producers to Watch For years, Afrobeats has dominated the global soundscape — bringing rhythm, swagger, and sonic identity straight from Africa to the world. But while the spotlight often shines on male artists and hitmakers, a new wave of female producers is emerging to challenge stereotypes, shift boundaries, and create next-gen

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JAMB Sets 150 as Minimum Cut-Off Mark for University Admission

JAMB Sets 150 as Minimum Cut-Off Mark for University Admission The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced 150 as the minimum cut-off mark for admissions into Nigerian universities for the 2025/2026 academic session. This decision was reached during the 2025 Policy Meeting on Admissions held in Abuja, where key stakeholders — including

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NICO warns against extinction of Nigerian culture

📅 Date: July 8, 2025 The National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO) has raised a strong alarm over the growing erosion of Nigerian cultural values, customs, and languages, warning that the country’s rich cultural identity faces possible extinction if urgent and strategic interventions are not taken. At a recent press briefing held in Abuja, NICO’s

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How 3 Principals Make School Culture a Top Priority

📅 Date: July 8, 2025 In today’s fast-changing educational landscape, one factor remains a game-changer in student performance and teacher satisfaction: school culture. For three visionary principals across Nigeria, shaping a strong, positive culture isn’t just a leadership responsibility — it’s a daily mission. These school heads are proving that when culture comes first, excellence

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