June 13, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Elon Musk Becomes World’s First Trillionaire Peter Obi Says There Is No Reason to Keep Nnamdi Kanu in Detention Ghana Protests Canada’s Visa Denial for Thomas Partey Ahead… Read More

The News Blog

June 13, 2026

Call of My Life Is About to Hit ₦500 Million. Nigeria actually has a cinema culture

Dammy Twitch’s directorial feature debut, Call of My Life, is on the verge of crossing the ₦500 million mark. Written by Uzoamaka Power and released on May 15,… Read More

The Film Blog

June 13, 2026

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy,… Read More

The Film Blog

June 13, 2026

Weekly Highlights | Here’s What You Missed Over the Week

FIFA forces Haiti to redesign World Cup shirt over historic revolution tribute Ariana Grande calls out White House over the use of her song in ICE video Why… Read More

Top Stories

June 12, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Elon Musk Becomes World’s First Trillionaire Makinde Says Abducted Oyo Students and Teachers Still Being Held Within National Park Premier League to Relax Hair-Pulling Rule After VAR Controversy… Read More

The News Blog

June 12, 2026

“Fame Was Never the Goal. Legacy Was.” — Morenike Molehin

Question 1: Hi Renny, a lot of people know you as a businesswoman, but beyond Oak & Teak, which is your business, you’ve also built communities around mentorship,… Read More

Editor's Pick

June 12, 2026

Africans Rejoice As South Africa Bows Out Of The World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off on the 11th of June, and Mexico took the lead in the opening match against South Africa, and all of Africa… Read More

Editor's Pick

June 12, 2026

Democracy Day: Nigerian Public Figures Who Used Their Platform To Speak About The Country And Paid A Price

Democracy Day in Nigeria is a national public holiday celebrating the restoration of democracy after years of military rule. Until 2018, the day had been celebrated on the… Read More

For The Culture

June 12, 2026

Infinix HOT 70 Series: The Smartphone That Lets You Wear Your Personality

Most smartphones today don’t really say much about the people holding them. They’re sleek, yes. Powerful, yes. But emotionally? They all kind of blend into the same story.… Read More

Partners

June 12, 2026

Why This Democracy Day Belongs to the Press

President Tinubu’s 2026 Democracy Day speech formally elevates the June 12 struggle to the level of official national recognition. For decades, the radical journalists, activists, and soldier-democrats of… Read More

Deep Dive

June 12, 2026

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (June 12th – June 14th) 

This weekend in Lagos is filled with fun events, from raves and parties to gallery exhibitions and food festivals. There is something for everyone this weekend.  Wine and… Read More

Lifestyle

June 12, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Mexico and South Korea Begin World Cup Campaigns with Victories

Mexico and South Korea begin World Cup campaigns with victories Model sues Kanye West over alleged assault on 2010 music video set FG declares June 12 a public… Read More

Top Stories

June 11, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

House of Representatives Passes State Police Bill Senate Orders Arrest of Bandits Flaunting Cash on TikTok Nigeria Exceeds OPEC Quota as Oil Production Reaches 15-Month High — NUPRC… Read More

The News Blog

June 11, 2026

I Wasn’t Just Giving Money Tips; I Was Giving People Permission to build wealth—Your Personal Finance Girl

Q1: If you could describe yourself in 3 words, what would they be? Intentional, accessible, and relentless. Intentional because everything I do — every post, every workshop, every breakdown… Read More

Editor's Pick

June 11, 2026

Content Creation Was Never the Plan—Jayonair Opens Up About His Darkest Season

Question 1: Hi Jay, before the followers and recognition, before content and radio, who was Jayonair and what pushed you into content creation?  Answer 1: Honestly, radio came… Read More

Editor's Pick

June 11, 2026

From Benin City To SoFi Stadium: How Rema Became The Face Of A Generation

Rema may be one of the new-generation artists in Nigeria, but his status and success prove he is a leading figure in the Afrobeat movement globally. The singer… Read More

The Music Blog