The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement Systems (NIBSS) spends at least N150 million every month on electricity, with diesel alone taking about N100 million, its managing director, Premier Oiwoh, has said. Oiwoh disclosed this at the one-year anniversary of Tango Brook Technologies in Lagos last week.l, Nairametics reports He said the company treats the spending as necessary […]

Fire on Monday gutted the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Western Marine Command office in Apapa, Lagos, destroying property worth millions of naira The fire, which reportedly started at about 10:23am following an electrical surge in the conference room, spread to other sections of the building. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that officers on duty […]

Here are the winners across different categories at the recently concluded 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) The post 2026 MTV VMAs: Full list of winners appeared first on NotjustOk.

The soldiers engaged the attackers, who were reportedly riding two motorcycles and armed with AK-47 rifles. The intervention forced the terrorists to abandon a woman and her son whom they had kidnapped.

Nvidia is rolling out a new software platform designed to give developers greater control over artificial intelligence agents, as a series of recent incidents involving AI systems escaping their designated environments and attempting to access external computer systems intensifies the debate over how autonomous AI should be secured. The chipmaker on Monday announced its Open […] The post Nvidia Unveils AI Safety Platform as Agent Hacks Raise Pressure for Stronger Guardrails appeared first on Tekedia.

The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement Systems (NIBSS) spends at least N150 million every month on electricity, with diesel alone taking about N100 million, its managing director, Premier Oiwoh, has said. Oiwoh disclosed this at the one-year anniversary of Tango Brook Technologies in Lagos last week.l, Nairametics reports He said the company treats the spending as necessary […]

The soldiers engaged the attackers, who were reportedly riding two motorcycles and armed with AK-47 rifles. The intervention forced the terrorists to abandon a woman and her son whom they had kidnapped.

Indigenous youths in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have called for urgent legislative measures to protect tenants from arbitrary rent increases and other practices worsening the housing crisis in Abuja. The Abuja Original Inhabitants Youths Empowerment Organisation (AOIYEO) said the rising cost of accommodation had become one of the biggest challenges confronting residents, particularly youths, […]

Fire on Monday gutted the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Western Marine Command office in Apapa, Lagos, destroying property worth millions of naira The fire, which reportedly started at about 10:23am following an electrical surge in the conference room, spread to other sections of the building. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that officers on duty […]

Actor and skit maker Kamo State’s mother has spoken about the relationship between her son and actress Funke Akindele, explaining how the actress became an important part of his career.   According to her, Kamo was already building a name for himself before he got the opportunity to work on one of Funke Akindele’s movie […]

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 33-year-old housewife, Hauwa’u Haruna, for allegedly k!lling her co-wife, Jamila Adamu, during a domestic incident at the Tafawa Balewa Housing Estate, Bauchi The command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday. Habib said the incident occurred on September 27, 2026, […]

The post Nigerian Navy begins 2026 batch 39 recruitment appeared first on Kemi Filani. The Nigerian Navy has begun its 2026 recruitment exercise for Batch 39 of the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School. The exercise will run from October 2 to October 31, 2026. Qualified applicants expected to complete their applications online through the Nigerian Navy’s official recruitment portal as reported in a post on its X handle on [...] The post Nigerian Navy begins 2026 batch 39 recruitment appeared first on Kemi Filani.

Businessman Blord has advised men to look beyond physical beauty when choosing a wife, stressing the importance of intelligence in marriage. According to him, choosing a partner based mainly on appearance could have consequences for the family in the future. In a post he shared advising men, he said: “Don’t marry for physical looks, your […]

 Monday hailingsMONDAY MEMOIts summer again here...I dont understand this weather again cos it is supposed to be cold by now.I hope that your day is going on well? No matter what, remember that the name of the Lord is good place to run to...Enjoy your day!******************Jealousy, Strife, Gossip, Malice And Agape LoveJealousy weakens the heart, strife drains energy, gossip destroys trust,

The post “My haters can rest now” – Nkechi Blessing issues PSA as she dumps filters, days after buying the new iPhone 18 appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has issued a public service announcement, days after purchasing the new iPhone 18. While sharing photos of herself online, she said she has dumped filters until further notice. According to her, the new iPhone 18 has a clean camera; hence, she doesn’t need filters for her pictures and videos. Nkechi noted [...] The post “My haters can rest now” – Nkechi Blessing issues PSA as she dumps filters, days after buying the new iPhone 18 appeared first on Kemi Filani.

Veteran Nollywood actor Ramsey Nouah has explained why he keeps much of his personal life away from the public. Speaking in an interview on E!plash, Ramsey Nouah was asked whether his low-profile approach was a deliberate decision, considering how little he shares about his life outside acting. He said it is a choice that allows […]

Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti says serving God has carried him through the most dangerous moments of his political journey , including an alleged assassination attempt in July 2015.Otti who spoke at the Abia Solemn Assembly and Covenant Renewal Service in Umuahia, recalled how a cancelled Abuja meeting pushed him to leave the city earlier than planned and despite objections from friends, he

BBNaija star Uriel Oputa has questioned why some people take private relationship disagreements to social media, saying some issues are better handled away from the public. She wondered when social media became the place where couples settle their personal problems, adding that she hopes to be with someone who understands the importance of keeping certain […]

If there was ever a red carpet that understood the assignment, it was the Black Market premiere. The Nollywood crime thriller arrived at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, for a history-making screening, with the cast stepping onto the red carpet in some seriously beautiful looks. The film stars Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman, Omowunmi Dada, Scarlet Gomez, Teniola Aladese, Susan Pwajok, Lateef Adedimeji and more. And the occasion was bigger than your regular movie premiere. Directed by Fatimah Binta Gimsay and produced by Nora Awolowo alongside the film’s production partners, Black Market brought more than 51,000 people together at TBS on September 26, officially breaking the Guinness World Records record for the largest attendance at a film screening in a single location. With that kind of history being made, the red carpet naturally needed a little fashion moment of its own. Scroll through to see the Black Market cast serving their best red-carpet looks.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Susan Ganchung Pwajok (@susanpwajok)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Teniola A. Aladese (@theteniola)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mrs Scarlet Gomes (@thescarletgomez)   View this post on […] The post The Black Market Premiere Was Star-Studded, and the Cast Came Dressed for It appeared first on BN Style.

Nollywood crime thriller Black Market has broken the Guinness World Record for the largest attendance at a film screening in a single location, with 51,000 people watching the movie at Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos. The record-breaking screening took place on Saturday, September 26, as thousands of movie lovers gathered at the Lagos venue for […] The post Black Market Breaks Guinness World Record With 51,000 Viewers In Lagos appeared first on FabWoman.

Nigeria’s electricity distributors collected ₦205.53bn of ₦250.79bn billed in July, according to NERC.

According to Linda Ikeji's Blog, Ola Olukoyede says public officers steal funds every minute.

According to Punch Nigeria, World Health Organization said the expansion followed the identification of infections in two additional health zones.

Olori Atuwatse III, wife of the Olu of Warri, has opened up about her marriage, revealing her husband’s stance on polygamy and marrying multiple women. She said this while speaking in an interview with BBC Pidgin, adding that she is like three women and is more than enough for him. “First of all, His Majesty […] The post “Why My Husband, Olu Of Warri Won’t Marry Another Woman”— Olori Atuwatse III appeared first on FabWoman.

Here are the winners across different categories at the recently concluded 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) The post 2026 MTV VMAs: Full list of winners appeared first on NotjustOk.

Super talented singer and rapper Cheque has released a new record tagged ANDALE. It is a fresh entry into his growing catalogue as he continues building on the success of earlier projects. The title, ANDALE, is a Spanish expression commonly understood as "come on," "let's go," or "move forward," reflecting urgency, confidence and determination throughout […] The post Cheque presses forward with 'ANDALE' appeared first on NotjustOk.

The Afro-House queen Niniola has released her new single Tika, complemented with a befitting music video. It marks what's being framed as the start of a new chapter for the singer. The release comes after her deeply personal Without You EP, and sees Niniola step back into her signature Afro-house lane after that more introspective […] The post Niniola marks new chapter with 'Tika' appeared first on NotjustOk.

Nigerian singer-songwriter Fido has returned with a new single entitled For Me, marking his second release of the year, following his earlier September single Friends With Benefits (F.W.B). The Oosha Records frontman continues his melodic, romance-focused run with this latest single, building on the growing attention his recent output has earned. For Me is a […] The post Fido returns with new single 'For Me' appeared first on NotjustOk.

Greatman Takit and Nathaniel Bassey Lyrics You Are Good by Greatman Takit featuring Nathaniel Bassey is an uplifting, worshipful track centered on God's unwavering faithfulness, divine protection, and abundant grace, with the lyrics affirming that God remains good through every season of life, whether in weakness, trial, or joy. Greatman Takit & Nathaniel Bassey - […] The post You Are Good Lyrics by Grattan Takit Feat. Nathaniel Bassey appeared first on NotjustOk.

Ayo Maff and Zinoleesky have released a new single dubbed Malaria, a street-pop single built around the metaphor of love as an infection, "love na malaria, and it go catch you one day." The song is distributed through Oceanstreet Creative and EMPIRE, and follows Ayo Maff's recent appearance on the track All You Need with […] The post Ayo Maff, Zinoleesky transmit infectious single 'Malaria' appeared first on NotjustOk.

The chemistry is amazing as Tiakola and Rema link up for Best. The track is a standout collaboration between French-Congolese rapper Tiakola and Nigerian international superstar Rema, as one of the tracks on Tiakola's newly-released second studio album, WpointM. The song is one of 17 tracks on the project, which represents the next phase of […] The post Tiakola, Rema sync perfectly in 'Best' appeared first on NotjustOk.

Nigerian singer-songwriter and record producer Young Jonn has released his new EP, Dear London. The seven-track EP arrives at the perfect time, alongside a milestone moment: his debut headline performance at the 12,500-capacity OVO Arena Wembley in London, held that same day. The timing carries extra weight, since Young Jonn was reportedly granted leave to […] The post Young Jonn takes victory lap with 'Dear London' EP appeared first on NotjustOk.

O'Kenneth, Thomas the Great, Terrist Carter, CHICOGOD, Sparkle, Reggie, Jay Bahd and Kawabanga Lyrics O'kenneth’s Gimme Dat, featuring Thomas the Great, Terrist Carter, CHICOGOD, Sparkle, Reggie, Jay Bahd and Kawabanga, is a bold, energetic celebration of attraction, ambition, and the Asakaa lifestyle, the lyrics combine flirtation and sexual chemistry with themes of making money, flexing fashion and cars, enjoying nightlife, and representing the Kumerica street culture, while the […] The post Gimme Dat Lyrics O'Kenneth appeared first on NotjustOk.

British chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan has officially written her name into the history books by becoming the youngest player ever to meet the requirements for the Woman Grandmaster (WGM) title, achieving the milestone at just 11 years old. The International Chess Federation (FIDE) confirmed that Sivanandan’s stellar performance shattered the previous record held by Kateryna [...] The post 11-Year-Old Girl Becomes Chess’ Youngest-Ever Woman Grandmaster appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Confederation of African Football , CAF, has appointed a team of Ethiopian officials to oversee Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Guinea-Bissau and Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The Group L encounter is scheduled to kick off at 4pm local time in Guinea-Bissau (5pm Nigerian time) at the Estádio Nacional 24 de Setembro [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: CAF Appoints Ethiopian Officials For Guinea-Bissau Vs Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former South Africa international Eric Tinkler has left Asante Kotoko after only four Ghana Premier League matches, with the club accepting his request to terminate his contract for personal reasons. His departure came shortly after Kotoko’s 2–0 home defeat to Aduana FC, as reported by GBC Ghana. The South African coach’s brief league record was [...] The post Ex-Bafana Bafana Star Tinkler Leaves Role As Asante Kotoko Head Coach After Four League Games appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria's Super Eagles are set to take on the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, September 29, and LASK attacker Moses Usor has given coach Eric Chelle a selection headache ahead of the fixture, Soccernet.ng reports. The LASK forward came off the bench against Madagascar and needed just four minutes to score the winning goal in […]

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Guinea-Bissau in their second 2027 AFCON qualifier tomorrow, with several Djurtus players capable of causing problems for Eric Chelle’s men, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria will enter the contest with confidence after recovering from a goal down to beat Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo, but Guinea-Bissau also made an impressive start […]

LAFC have parted ways with first-year head coach Marc Dos Santos following a dramatic slump in form that has left the club sixth in the Western Conference standings. The decision was announced on Sunday, less than 24 hours after a 1-0 defeat to FC Dallas further deepened the club’s growing injury to playoff confidence. LAFC […] The post LAFC Dismisses Head Coach Marc Dos Santos With Six Regular Season Games Remaining appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Domestic football fans watching Brentford this season will notice something that has been in the stadium since the club’s promotion: a South African brand on the boards. The NFF’s interest in the club runs deeper than commercial partnerships. Michael Kayode told reporters this week that Nigeria approached him about switching allegiance, though he was clear [...] The post Hollywoodbets Extends At Brentford While Building One Of Africa’s Biggest Sports Sponsorship Portfolios appeared first on Complete Sports.

Abia Warriors head coach Imama Amapakabo has explained how he and his crew tactically outsmarted Bendel Insurance in Sunday’s NPFL home clash. A brace from Chukwuemeka Obioma and a solitary strike from Ettah Ikoi secured the dominant win for Abia Warriors. It was a return to winning ways for Abia Warriors, who headed into the [...] The post EUROMATCH NPFL: ‘How We Tactically Outsmarted Bendel Insurance’ — Abia Warriors Coach Amapakabo appeared first on Complete Sports.

Plateau United technical adviser Gbenga Ogunbote has called on his players to improve their finishing after the team defeated Inter Lagos 2-0 in a matchday six encounter at the New Jos Stadium on Sunday. Gideon Monday and Jibrin Ibrahim scored in the second half to secure victory for the Peace Boys. Despite the comfortable win, [...] The post Euromatch NPFL: Ogunbote Outlines Key Areas For Plateau United To Improve appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles will face Guinea-Bissau in their second 2027 AFCON qualifying fixture on Tuesday, with Eric Chelle’s side looking to make it two wins from two and take control of Group L, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria opened their qualifying campaign with a 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar in Uyo on Friday, while Guinea-Bissau also claimed […]

As many as 28 goals were scored in nine matches at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos as the https://1xcup.ng group-stage action continued from September 22 to 24. The trio of Newhope Naija, Collins Edwin, Dynamic FC shone in the group matches of the biggest grassroots football tournament in Lagos as teams battle to [...] The post 1XCup 2026: Nine matches Yield 28 Goals As Group-Stage Action Continues appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has strongly voiced his frustration, admitting he feels “cheated” following reports regarding Manchester City’s financial charges verdict. Pulis was in the dugout when Stoke City reached their historic first-ever FA Cup final in 2011, ultimately losing 1-0 to Manchester City courtesy of a Yaya Touré goal. That victory marked [...] The post It Leaves A Sour Taste –Pulis Reflects On Man City’s 2011 Triumph Over Stoke City appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nvidia is rolling out a new software platform designed to give developers greater control over artificial intelligence agents, as a series of recent incidents involving AI systems escaping their designated environments and attempting to access external computer systems intensifies the debate over how autonomous AI should be secured. The chipmaker on Monday announced its Open […] The post Nvidia Unveils AI Safety Platform as Agent Hacks Raise Pressure for Stronger Guardrails appeared first on Tekedia.

NAPLAN gives Australian schools a common reference point that internal assessment alone cannot provide. Its value becomes greater, however, when school leaders read those results alongside evidence collected much closer to teaching and learning. That combination does more than confirm whether different assessments agree. It gives educators a way to distinguish broad achievement patterns from […] The post NAPLAN and School Data Tell a BetterStory Together appeared first on Tekedia.

Join us at Tekedia’s Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass to understand how money becomes capital, and how wealth grows, compounds and scales across communities and nations. People build. Companies raise capital. Investors participate. Prosperity expands and is shared. This powerful mechanism defines the capital market, one of the most catalytic systems ever created for transforming economies […] The post Join Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass, and Learn How Money Becomes Capital; We Begin on Oct 5 appeared first on Tekedia.

KPMG is taking a page from Silicon Valley’s playbook as it looks to build an incubator designed to give new ideas more room to move outside the traditional machinery of a Big Four accounting firm. The initiative reflects a broader challenge facing professional-services companies: how do organizations built around controls, risk management and established processes […] The post Why KPMG Is Building a Silicon Valley-Style Incubator appeared first on Tekedia.

As artificial intelligence accelerates the shift toward a digital economy, Strategy CEO Michael Saylor is calling for a new rights framework to govern how individuals and companies create, own, transfer, and use digital assets. Saylor argues that clear protections for digital ownership, financial privacy, competition and everyday payments will be essential to ensuring that digital […] The post Strategy CEO Michael Saylor Calls For Freedom to Create, Own And Use Digital Asset appeared first on Tekedia.

China appears to be preparing to allow some of its largest technology companies to purchase Nvidia’s RTX PRO 5500 chips, potentially creating a narrow opening for US-made computing hardware even as Beijing continues to push domestic alternatives and Washington maintains restrictions on advanced semiconductor exports. China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has asked companies […] The post China Signals Potential Approval for ByteDance, Alibaba to Buy Nvidia Chips Despite Export Curbs appeared first on Tekedia.

Deliberate damage to railway cables in North Rhine-Westphalia disrupted Germany’s rail network on Saturday, causing cancellations, delays and diversions on long-distance services and once again exposing the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to targeted attacks. The incident affected one of Germany’s most important transport regions. North Rhine-Westphalia is home to major cities including Cologne, Düsseldorf, Dortmund […] The post North Rhine-Westphalia Train Disruptions Highlight Germany’s Infrastructure Risks appeared first on Tekedia.

Talus Protocol v2.0 marks a significant step toward making autonomous AI agents easier to coordinate, verify and pay within decentralized networks. At the center of the upgrade is Nexus, a framework designed to coordinate complex agent workflows while placing critical elements of execution onchain. Rather than treating AI agents as isolated software programs, the architecture […] The post Blockchain Infrastructure for Autonomous AI Agent Workflows appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI is conducting an extensive review of how its AI agents interact with external systems after identifying additional cases of unusual or unauthorized activity, widening scrutiny of the security risks created as autonomous models gain the ability to browse the internet and interact with third-party services. The review follows the company’s disclosure that its models […] The post OpenAI Expands AI Agent Safety Review After Hugging Face Breach and New Unauthorized Activity appeared first on Tekedia.

Uganda has declared the end of an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus after completing 42 consecutive days without recording a new confirmed case. The World Health Organization and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention welcomed the milestone on Thursday, following the discharge of the country’s last Ebola patient on July 16, 2026. […]

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has called for urgent regional coordination following a new outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Ituri Province, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and an imported Ebola Bundibugyo case reported in Uganda. According to Africa CDC, health authorities in the DRC have recorded 246 suspected cases […]

Cholera, measles, and mpox continue to drive public health activity across Africa in 2026, with new data showing a mix of declining transmission in some areas and renewed increases in others. According to the latest Africa CDC weekly briefing, 95 moderate- to high-risk public health events have been recorded so far this year, reflecting sustained […]

New WHO reports find sugary drinks and alcohol have become more affordable as weak taxes fail to curb consumption or health harms. The World Health Organization is urging governments to significantly increase taxes on sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages after new analyses showed these products are becoming more affordable in many countries, driving preventable disease […]

Hello, amazing parents! Raising energetic little ones is no small feat. They’re constantly on the move, exploring the world, and growing so rapidly. Just like a car needs the right fuel to run smoothly, our kids need the right nutrients to thrive and stay nourished. So, do you wonder what exactly goes into that amazing […]

Before a child says their first word or takes their first step, their brain is already working quietly behind the scenes, building billions of tiny connections that will shape how they think, learn and grow for the rest of their lives. The first three years of life shape the architecture of the human brain in […]

For thousands of Nigerians living with kidney disease, the cost of dialysis has often meant choosing between treatment and survival. At an average of ₦50,000 per session, many patients were unable to keep up with the frequency of care required — sometimes three times a week. Now, in a step to ease that burden, the […]

In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, we go inside the labs — and into the field — with Oxitec, the biotech company developing and deploying genetically modified mosquitoes to combat malaria in Djibouti. Paul speaks with Oxitec CEO Grey Frandsen about how their “friendly males” are being used in Djibouti to target Anopheles […]

A Relationship Manager needs more than good communication to build and maintain strong customer relationships. Let’s break down what it takes to become one.

Procept Africa is recruiting to fill the position of: Senior Client and Revenue Leader. The position is located in Lagos State. Interested candidates should possess a BSc/HND in any course, MBA is an added advantage with 8-12 years business development experience in banking, ICT or telecoms sector.

Above Lifestyle is recruiting to fill the position of: Head Chef. The position is located in Ikotun, Lagos State. Interested candidates should possess relevant qualification with previous experience of working in a professional kitchen as head chef.

Landgate Investment Limited recruiting to fill the position of: Head of Finance. The position is located in Lagos State. Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications.

Treasure Heights Montessori School is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions in Enugu State: Biology Teacher, Commercial Science Teacher, Nursery Classroom Teacher, Toddler Classroom Teacher, and Elementary Classroom Teacher.

Forti Foods is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the following positions in Lagos State: Social Media Manager, Growth Manager, and Admin & Operations Assistant.

Treasure Heights Montessori School is recruiting to fill the position of: Experienced and Qualified Biology Teacher. The position is located in Enugu State. Interested candidates should possess a Bachelors Degree in Biology, Science Education, or related field (TRCN certified), and must have completed NYSC with strong communication and classroom management skills.

Landgate Investment Limited recruiting to fill the position of: Head of Legal. The position is located in Lagos State. Interested candidates should possess an LL.B. from a recognised university; B.L. and Call to the Nigerian Bar with 812+ years post-call experience, with significant experience in corporate/commercial law and legal management.

Ginos Ventures Limited is recruiting to fill the position of: Senior Accountant. The position is located in Abuja (FCT). Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 5 7 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a senior accounting role, and must be resident in Abuja.

Dotts Media House is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the following positions in Lagos State: Product Manager; Community / Content Manager; Tech Support Officer; Account Manager; Business Development Officer; Finance Officer; Senior Account Manager; and Social Media Manager.

Tribest Corporate Support Limited is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions in Lagos, Kano, Kaduna, Kogi, Niger, Jigawa, Sokoto, Katsina, Bauchi, Adamawa, Borno and Delta States: Hausa Call Centre Representative, Call Centre Representative, Relationship Manager, and Call Center Agent.

Dwellion Design is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions in Lagos State: Professional Driver, Project Manager, and Driver.

This is Nigerian corn mosa, and I wager it is connected to hot water cornbread from the American South. For now, let’s begin with corn mosa. It is one of two mosas, fritters I know in Nigeria. The other one is plantain or banana mosa, part of the quartet or sextuplet of Nigerian Small Chops.... The post Nigerian Corn Mosa appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

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I love my corn. I’ve been known to run after sellers, craving it with such desperation, one might wonder if the cravings are of a more primal, pregnancy sort. Alas, I like fresh and sweet, juicy too. I like to chew the kernels off and suck the warm, salty liquid from the core. Please judge... The post Grilled Corn with Scent leaf-Coconut-Feta Sauce appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

I have a few good corn recipes and how-tos on Kitchen Butterfly, and to make it easy, here’s a round up of them. You’ll find notes on corn/ maize in Nigeria to using all parts of the corn, street food and snacks with corn, and more. I hope to add more corn posts soon. The post A Round-up of Corn Recipes appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

I love corn – dent or field corn which is waxy – popular in Nigeria, sweetcorn, and more. And I’ve written several recipes about corn, from perspectives of how it’s classically used in Nigeria to contemporary New Nigerian explorations. I recent went to Mexico City and was surprised at the many similarities that exist between... The post The Almost Complete Guide to Corn/ Maize in Nigeria appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

This post was first written for Food & Wine in 2021. As of the end of 2024, it was no longer available or accessible on their website. This spiced red rice dish is loved across the coast of West Africa, with diasporic expressions across the Atlantic. Jollof rice is the most popular rice dish south... The post The Wide World of Jollof Rice appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

Berries have always fascinated me, and it seems like I come across a new one every week. Yesterday, it was the thimbleberry to my utter delight, thanks to a post on Threads. In my back garden, we’re blessed with a couple of Saskatoon berry trees. This year, we harvested 5 pounds, about half, or less... The post An A to Z of All Edible Berries (As Many as I can find!) appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

…and hopefully gatherers someday. I’m forever seeing threads of connection across a variety of foods and drinks, practices, and more. Like this set. While doing some research for a piece on spices, I came across English Poacher’s Soup and it made me think of hunting and game. And that made me think of Nigerian Fisherman’s... The post Soups of Hunters, Fishers, … appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

  Zanzibar taught me a lot. First of, I was shocked at the juxtapositions in Zanzibar as a ‘destination’ – rural, underdeveloped in parts and upscale at the same time with the most stunning beaches and resorts ever. I found it uncomfortable. This was ten years ago though, I haven’t been back since, and I hope... The post Spiced: Types of Peppercorns – Green, Black, Red and White appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

In 2021, I wrote this piece for Food & Wine. For some reason, it is no longer on their website, and that’s okay. However, I’d done a fair bit of research and writing and I’d like this knowledge to be available, and accessible for legacy/ posterity’s sake. So, here’s an updated piece on a bit... The post A Bit of the Nigerian History of Chapman appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.

I am thrilled to receive the James Beard Foundation® Emerging Voice in Books Award as part of the 2026 Media Awards for work on my debut cookbook, Chop Chop: Cooking the Food of Nigeria. This award is dedicated to Nigeria, and Nigerians the world over. Chop Chop is the first Nigerian Cookbook to win a... The post I won the 2026 James Beard Award for Emerging Voice in Books appeared first on Kitchen Butterfly.