Beyoncé's 'Black Is King' is a visually stunning celebration of Black identity that sparks important conversations about cultural authenticity and representation. This analysis, from a British-Nigerian perspective, delves into the visual album's impact on diaspora experiences, its connections to contemporary African music, and its role in challenging stereotypes about Africa. While praising its aesthetic achievements, the piece also grapples with critiques of cultural homogenization, offering a nuanced view of this significant work's place in global Black cultural discourse.

In this deeply personal essay, Péjú Oshin reflects on the #EndSARS movement, grief, and Nigeria’s turbulent path sixty years after independence. Blending cultural commentary, history, and personal reflection, she examines how a nation’s children continue to fight for justice, unity, and reform.