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Photo by Majiye Uchibeke The never stops feeding us with memorable moments, the 2023 Essence Festival has once again left me utterly amazed by its incomparable impact. As I ventured into the captivating realm of this festival, nestled within the vibrant heart of New Orleans, I sensed I was embarking on an extraordinary journey. For twenty-nine years, this celebration of black excellence has stood as a paramount cultural compass, drawing an annual half-million-strong crowd and

Essence Fest 2023, presented by Coca cola’s theme was about culture, and African creatives were incorporated into the program, including WizKid and Tems playing at the Dome Mercedes, on the same stage as Megan thee Stallion , and hip-hop legends like Ms. Lauryn Hill . Similarly, for the first time since Essence’s 29-year history, in NOLA New Orleans, the home of beignets and gumbo, Africa Day was born, starring Nigerian Day hosted by That Good Media on July 1 and Ghana Day

Two weeks ago, upon arriving in Los Angeles, I sensed a shift in the air. While the usual traffic on the 101 and 405 freeways remained, I observed unexpected congestion on other major streets. Having come from Lagos, where traffic woes are commonplace, I couldn’t help but wonder about the cause of this sudden bottleneck in LA. Little did I know that my arrival coincided with an impending strike between the Writers’ Guild of America (WGA) / Screen Actors Guild — American Feder

First off, let’s talk about the mayor’s gala . You can’t imagine the elegance and allure as we mingled with the city’s officials, sipping exquisite beverages and engaging in conversation with dignitaries left and right. It’s like a real-life episode of “Scandal,” minus the sensational conflicts (or maybe there was some, who knows?). I was amidst it all, witnessing the start of a fresh chapter, while gracefully navigating through the crowd of influential individuals. So, there

SAG AFTRA members and supporters picket outside of Walt Disney Studios In Burbank. (Photo by Brian Feinzimer/LAist) No new shows? Two...