Founded in 2016, The Native focuses primarily on music, style, and art, championing the sounds and culture of tomorrow, today.
[1][2] The Native was established in 2016 by Seni Saraki, Teni (Teezee) Zaccheaus, Olushola (Sholz) Fagbemi, Addy Edgal and Suleiman Shittu.
Since launching, the magazine has featured Nigerian artists including Wizkid, Burna Boy, Naira Marley and fashion designer Mowalola Ogunlesi.
The event provided a platform for artist to perform such as Lady Donli, Pretty Boy D-O, Wizkid, and Tau Benah, among others.
[6][7] In 2019, The Native released three covers in its Rebel issue which featured singer and rapper, Cruel Santino, Odunsi The Engine and TENI.