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   African entertainment platform Loud In Africa has officially unveiled South African media personality and singer, Unathi Nkayi, as the face of its new season, signaling a strategic expansion of its influence across Africa’s music and entertainment industry. The announcement, made via an official press release, places Unathi Nkayi at the center of Loud In Africa’s upcoming campaigns and creative direction. The move reinforces the platform’s commitment to promoting African music, culture, and influential entertainment figures shaping the continent’s creative landscape. As part of the rollout, Unathi Nkayi is set to release a highly anticipated new music project on May 1. The project will be distributed by Prime Music Partners, highlighting a key collaboration aimed at boosting African music distribution on global streaming platforms and increasing international visibility for African artists. Founder of Loud In Africa, Akeju Abass Mubarak, described the partnership as a major...

Nigerian supermodel and former Mr Nigeria International Heritage 2023, Frederick Omor, has marked his birthday in grand style with a stunning photoshoot that has drawn admiration across the fashion and entertainment space. The multi award-winning model and a BA certified graduate of English and Literary Studies, widely recognised for his fierce looks and commanding presence, unveiled a series of captivating images to celebrate his new age, further reinforcing his status as one of the notable faces in Nigeria’s modelling industry. Frederick who has built a reputation for excellence both on local and international platforms, has worked with an array of top brands cutting across  fashion and lifestyle. His portfolio includes collaborations with leading names such as Nivea, Xiaomi, Ejiro Amos Tafiri, Heemwalker, Sabali Stitches, Bankola, Businessmenclosetng, Arewatees, and Urban Fit Africa, among others. Speaking on the milestone, the model reflected on his journey and growth in the in...

  Akindele Liasu has committed significant founder capital to Keepaza, the Nigerian payment identity platform he founded under OH Mobility Solution Limited, following the restructuring of his UAE business operations under OH Mobility FZ LLC. The capital commitment marks a defining moment for the platform and signals the beginning of an aggressive growth phase for a product that has quietly been solving one of the most frustrating daily problems in Nigerian commerce.  The decision to liquidate overseas business interests and redirect the proceeds into a Nigerian startup is not a common one. Most founders move in the opposite direction. Akindele’s choice says something deliberate about where he believes the most important opportunity sits right now.  “Every day in Nigeria, millions of people are pasting their bank account numbers into WhatsApp chats with strangers, sharing their financial details publicly in Instagram DMs, and hoping nothing goes wrong,” said Liasu. “I have...

    Afrobeats, one of Africa’s most influential cultural exports, is set to gain further global attention as industry stakeholders converge in New York for the screening of Chronicles of Afrobeats, a project documenting the evolution and international impact of the genre. The event, scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the iconic SOB’s NYC, will feature an exclusive screening followed by a high-level panel discussion involving key figures shaping the Afrobeats movement across continents. Founded by Abisagboola Oluseun John, professionally known as Bankulli, the initiative aims to provide a deeper narrative into the roots, growth, and future trajectory of Afrobeats, which has grown from a regional sound into a dominant force on the global music stage. Speaking ahead of the event, Dr Amanda Ota, a partner at Loud in Africa, emphasized the cultural and economic significance of the genre, stating, “Afrobeats is no longer just a sound; it is a global cultural movement that co...

     The Route to Market (RTM) West Africa Summit will return in June 2026 as a leading platform for shaping consumer-centric growth and strengthening market resilience across the region’s fast-evolving FMCG landscape. Building on the success of its 2025 edition, the summit will convene industry leaders, manufacturers, distributors, and technology providers in Lagos to address critical challenges and unlock new growth opportunities in West Africa. The 2025 edition, held at the Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, set a benchmark for industry collaboration, attracting over 1,000 attendees, 25+ expert speakers, and 5+ exhibiting companies. The event delivered over 21 hours of networking and connected stakeholders from more than 200 companies serving over 1.8 million retail outlets across the region. Key sessions in 2025 featured leading voices across finance, FMCG, and technology, addressing macroeconomic pressures, digital transformation, consumer behavior, and supply chain optimi...

    Five-time GRAMMY-winning global music icon Angélique Kidjo has returned with a brand new single titled “Aye Kan (Are You Coming Back)”, featuring Nigerian Afropop star Ayra Starr, in what is being described as a powerful cross-generational collaboration. The single, released on March 27, 2026, serves as a precursor to Kidjo’s highly anticipated album HOPE!!, scheduled for release on April 24 under Warner Music Group. The song blends rich African musical heritage with contemporary pop influences, delivering a message that redefines love as true wealth in a world often driven by materialism. Accompanied by a cinematic music video shot at the iconic Power Station Studio in New York, the visuals capture both artistes in an intimate performance setting, illuminated by candlelight and framed by a grand piano, reflecting the song’s central theme of love, connection, and emotional richness. The collaboration also tells a deeper story of inspiration and legacy. Ayra Starr, who has ...