9jabookEmmanuel Ikubese: Building a Legacy Through Stories
Storytelling in the Nigerian movie industry has come a long way. What started with low-budget productions has grown into a powerful force that now tells bold, real, and relatable stories.…
X is for Chapter X: Seeing the Unknown
Following one of the most interesting girls’ trips I’ve ever encountered, I started writing a book. It wasn’t the kind of trip that ends in matching tattoos or Instagram reels…
Soothe The Soul: Mood-Boosting Habits For Grey-Sky Days
Some days feel heavy. The sky is dull, and your mood follows suit; everything feels like it’s moving in slow motion. Whether it’s rainy weather, life stress, or one of…
Cassy Chronicles: Something Unholy
I live alone. It’s one of the things I love most about my life, my space, my silence, my freedom. My mum hardly visits, and even when she does, she…
Movie Review: I Know What You Did Last Summer
How do you make a legacy sequel when you’re unsure what your legacy even is? That’s the question plaguing I Know What You Did Last Summer, director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson’s…
Watch of the Week: Untamed
Let’s get the obvious out of the way. Untamed is a miniseries starring Australian Eric Bana and New Zealander Sam Neill, but they are playing Americans in a story set…
Joel Kachi Benson on Storytelling, Social Impact, and the Emmy Win
Documentary filmmaking has evolved significantly from merely depicting real-life events to serving as a catalyst for profound discussions and catalysing genuine change. Today, African stories are not just being told,…
Y is for You
The other day, it was my daughter’s birthday. And as I reflected on her journey, I sent her a song — It’s All About You by McFly. She wouldn’t remember,…
6 Ways to Style a Denim Skirt
Denim skirts have been around for decades, and the beautiful thing is that they never go out of style. Whether you’re going for a laid-back vibe or aiming to turn…
Standing Out Without Being Loud
Not everyone thrives on being the loudest person in the room. For those who prefer a more subtle approach to socialising, it’s possible to command attention and leave a lasting…
