Lagos Island comes alive with the Eyo Festival at Tafawa Balewa Square. Learn what the colours of the akete hats mean and the strict behavioural codes for spectators. Discover who is being honoured this year.
Stakeholders at the Ijakadi festival in Offa call for deliberate government investment in cultural heritage as a viable source of foreign earnings and economic development for Nigeria.
Goldberg announces a free, immersive match viewing party for Nigeria vs Tunisia on Dec 27 at Ilubirin, Lagos. Experience football with music, community, and live energy. Register now at thedot360.com.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu congratulates Seyi Tinubu on his installation as Okanlomo of Eyo Oba Alakete Pupa, Laba Ekun. The honour precedes the 2025 Eyo Festival, dedicated to four Lagos icons.
Legend Extra Stout powered the Palmwine Music Festival across Abuja & Lagos, with Tems and Odumodu Blvck delivering unannounced performances that electrified the Lagos crowd. Read about the unforgettable nights.
Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, performs the ancient Ewere rite, praying for divine guidance and breakthroughs for Edo indigenes and all Nigerians ahead of the new year.
The Motherland Festival transforms Nigeria's festive season into a purposeful reunion, merging culture, commerce, and community for locals and the diaspora. Discover how it creates lasting impact.
Oba Rilwanu Akiolu and CP Oluhundare Jimoh warn against Eyo processions after 6 p.m. on Dec 27. Violators face arrest. Governor Sanwo-Olu commissions Iduntafa Palace.
Oba Adetunji David Ajayi of Ise-Ekiti calls for state and federal intervention to renew roads, health, and water systems. He highlights the critical need ahead of the Ojoaduse festival.
Afrobeats star Asake connects with his roots, honoured with the 'Olu Omo Eyo Oniko' title after dancing in full Eyo regalia ahead of the Lagos festival. See the viral video and fan reactions.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu pledges Lagos State's dedication to safeguarding its cultural heritage as the historic Eyo Festival returns on December 27. Discover the significance of this year's event.
Grammy-nominated star Davido met President Julius Maada Bio in Freetown and headlined a sold-out beach concert as part of his 5ive Alive World Tour. Read more about his growing role as a cultural ambassador.
Enugu hosted the spectacular 2025 New Yam Music Festival, blending tradition with modern production. The event promoted cultural preservation, youth engagement, and community support. Discover how African heritage took center stage.
The inaugural Motherland Festival 2025 in Lagos brought over 8,000 Nigerians together for a powerful cultural homecoming. Headlined by Omah Lay and Seyi Vibez, the event set a new benchmark for live entertainment. Read the full experience.
Afrobeats star Asake arrives in Lagos for his headline Christmas Eve concert at Flytime Fest 2025. Get details on the star-studded lineup featuring Davido, Olamide, and Flavour.
President Bola Tinubu has called for a peaceful Eyo Festival, urging participants to avoid alcohol and violence. Read his full message and public reactions.
Quickteller's InsomniaQ event promises an unforgettable night for Lagos with Made Kuti, Patoranking, Niniola, Dr Sid, Brymo, and top DJs. Join the waitlist now!
Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold cancels his Music Central Fest performance, citing organisers' failure to meet obligations. The last-minute withdrawal adds to recent concert controversies in Lagos.
President Bola Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri to start a three-state tour, using a vintage government jet. He will inaugurate projects, attend a wedding, and visit Lagos for the Eyo Festival.
President Bola Tinubu will embark on a three-state tour from Abuja this Saturday, visiting Borno, Bauchi, and Lagos for project commissioning, a condolence visit, and holiday engagements. Read the full itinerary.
LASEMA assures safety for Eyo Festival on Dec 27. PS Oke-Osanyintolu urges public to avoid emergencies, use 767/112 lines responsibly. Full readiness confirmed.
Over 8,000 attendees celebrated Nigerian culture at Ofada Rice Day 7.0 in Lagos. Queen Salawa Abeni, Segun Johnson & Bro Shaggy delivered unforgettable performances. Discover the highlights!
FUZE Fest 4.0 returns to Lagos' Tafawa Balewa Square with Chike, Wande Coal, Pheelz & Ms DSF. Experience a night of music, circus-themed spectacle & culture. Get ready to party!
Legendary director Wim Wenders named President of Berlinale 2026 International Jury. Updates on Nigeria's Oscar entry, Tunisia's shortlist success, and call for Coal City Film Festival submissions.
Nawfia community suspends Igu Aro festival after deadly attacks. Traditional ruler cites safety. Read details on the security crisis impacting culture.
American rapper Wiz Khalifa could serve nine months in a Romanian prison for smoking marijuana on stage. His legal team is appealing the court's decision. Read the latest details.
Kenny Blaq's Reckless Music-Comedy Festival delivered an unforgettable night of laughter and music in Lagos. FirstBank, as headline sponsor, reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria's creative industry through its December IssaVybe campaign.
A video of Kizz Daniel's muscular bouncer, Atobiloye Kelvin, on high alert at a Ghana film festival has sparked massive reactions online. See why netizens say 'he's not playing'.
His Eminence Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V has launched the 14th Utomo Obong, a week-long Yuletide cultural festival in Calabar. Read about the theme, prayers, and call for unity.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commits to empowering food innovators at the 2025 Lagos Food Festival. Read how the state is strengthening its food value chain and celebrating culinary diversity.