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Nigerian rapper Falz Falana honoured

Nigerian rapper Falz Falana honoured

MPHO RANTAO NIGERIAN hip-hop artist Falz (real name Folarin Folana) has been honoured by the state of Lagos, with a street named after him.  The Lagos-born rapper and actor posted a picture of himself posing under a street sign with the name “Falz Falana Lane” written boldly.  Under the picture he wrote, “Wahala for who no get street name o! (sic)” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Falz TheBahdGuy (@falzthebahdguy) Falana was honoured for his impact in the community, specifically with his activism in using his voice and social media presence to speak on the violence during…
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Video vixens and cash: how Nigerian hip hop music objectifies women

Video vixens and cash: how Nigerian hip hop music objectifies women

MUSIC is a reflection of the society within which it is produced. As a music genre, hip hop has not only gone global, it has taken up the shape of every society where it has found a home. Rap music has many positives, but elements of the culture glorify crime, materialism, violence, drugs and misogyny. Prejudice against women and objectification of them is common in many hip hop songs. PAUL ONANUGA, Lecturer, Federal University, Oye Ekiti According to academic thought, too, hip hop is rife with sexist and misogynistic attitudes towards women. It is also believed that these are patriarchal…
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