Nneamaka Nwaokolo is a culture and music writer at District234, covering the Nigerian music scene, Afrobeats, and the alté movement with over 260 published pieces. She writes with a critical eye on African identity, pop culture, and the stories shaping a generation. Her work explores everything from genre politics to the artists redefining what Nigerian music can be.

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Mr Eazi’s The Evil Genius is Charming on a Second Listen, Facts

What is the one word you’d use to describe Mr Eazi’s debut album, The Evil Genius? For this writer, it’d...

Is Rema Probably the Biggest Cat of All New Cats in the Nigerian Music Industry

News flash: no reason, other than he’s probably just too good, and is flexing supreme in his own time. So...

Takeaway Points From Odumodublvck’s ‘Eziokwu’ Mixtape

It’s on sight the minute Odumodublvck kicks his song off with his appraisal chants. While we’re not entirely sure what...

Tim Lyre Joins Forces With Minz on New Single, ‘Tighter’

Nigerian artist Tim Lyre has set the stage for his upcoming expressive EP titled “Masta” with the release of his...

How Well Of An Impeccable Debut Is BNXN’s Album, Sincerely, Benson

First it was his debut EP which was a masterpiece, and then his sophomore album which fell short of expectations,...

Independence Day; How Nigerian Artists Use Music as a Tool For Political Activism

Nigeria is well known to be the home of soulful music, and as much as our music is endowed for...

The Sonic Architects, Recognizing Nigerian Producers’ Impacts

The Nigerian music industry has undeniably soared on a global scale, yet it seems to unintentionally overlook the crucial role...

ginius steps into a new era with ‘Not My Concern / Different’

ginius steps into a new era with ‘Not My Concern / Different’ doesn’t just sing or make beats, she is...

Mckoy Joins Forces With Zaki Amujei and Aurha on the Resonating Love Song: Da Da Da

After gracing our ears earlier this year with the celestial sounds of ‘Normally,’ a heavenly adorned track that resonated with...

Ego vs. Artistry, The Dilemma of Nigerian Rappers

When will the annual debate over which Nigerian rapper reigns supreme finally cease? This query has occupied my thoughts since...