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Raising a Glass to Nigerian Cinema: Don Julio 1942 Hosts Special Edition of The Don’s Table

Raising a Glass to Nigerian Cinema: Don Julio 1942 Hosts Special Edition of The Don’s Table

While Hollywood rolled out the red carpet for cinema’s biggest night, Lagos had its own moment, and it was spectacular. Don Julio 1942 brought its celebrated platform, The Don’s Table, to Nigeria for a special edition that felt like a love letter to African film, serenading Nollywood’s finest talents.  The evening was intimate, intentional, and glamorous, bringing together some…

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Ifedayo Osinowo: How We Got to the Post-Stigma Era of Braids

Ifedayo Osinowo: How We Got to the Post-Stigma Era of Braids

It reaches a point in every girl’s life where she’s forced to become a professional. Be it through corporate dressing, wearing skirts below the knees, minimal makeup, swapping colourful accessories for a singular pearl necklace and plain stud earrings, or eliminating braids from the hairstyle roster in favour of a straight wig. The trend of braids labelled as ghetto…

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Layefa Ebitonmo’s No-Foundation Routine Is the Everyday Makeup Reset You Need

Layefa Ebitonmo’s No-Foundation Routine Is the Everyday Makeup Reset You Need

What if your everyday makeup routine could be this simple and still look this put together? Layefa Ebitonmo shows just how achievable that is with her beginner-friendly, no-foundation tutorial — a soft, practical approach to getting a polished look without piling on heavy products. Rather than reaching straight for foundation, the focus shifts to refining the base with a…

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Comet Nwosu: Am I a Gen Z Living Like a Millennial?

Comet Nwosu: Am I a Gen Z Living Like a Millennial?

Ever felt like you don’t fully belong to your own generation? Well, that’s me. I think like Gen Z: fast, sharp and pattern-seeking. My mind notices connections, catches trends, and processes emotions deeply. The words I choose, the way I express myself, sometimes it feels like I’m speaking ahead of my time. I notice nuances others overlook. I connect…

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Wanni Fuga x Funke Akindele: The Outfit You Need to See From The Creative Blueprint 2.0

Funke Akindele in a teal blue Wanni Fuga two-piece set featuring a short-sleeved shirt and maxi skirt with a red and yellow vehicle print. She is accessorised with gold jewellery and has a short textured pixie haircut. Photo Credit: Funke Akindele/Instagram Funke Akindele hosted The Creative Blueprint 2.0 last Thursday and if you were not there as a creative…

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Watch Kehlani Turn JHud’s Spirit Tunnel Into a Full-On Party

Watch Kehlani Turn JHud’s Spirit Tunnel Into a Full-On Party

R&B artist Kehlani smiling while holding her two Grammy Awards at the 68th Annual ceremony. She is wearing a sheer black Valdrin Sahiti gown with intricate beading and a central cutout that showcases her tattoos. Photo Credit: Kehlani/Instagram Kehlani just walked the Jennifer Hudson Show spirit tunnel and the hallway was absolutely not ready for her. If you have…

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From Passion to Platform: Hafsat Abdullahi Is Part of a New Wave of Poets Shaping Nigeria’s Creative Economy

From Passion to Platform: Hafsat Abdullahi Is Part of a New Wave of Poets Shaping Nigeria’s Creative Economy

It’s a warm, humid Saturday in Abuja. Hafsat Abdullahi is prepping for a film shoot on location in a quiet neighbourhood. The cinematographer waits for the director’s call for action. Hafsat takes a deep breath to get into character. After a few moments, she emerges, not as Hafsat, but as Havfy, a virtuoso spoken word performer (which can also…

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Temi Ajibade’s 30th Birthday Photos Just Made Orange the Colour of the Season | See Photos

Temi Ajibade’s 30th Birthday Photos Just Made Orange the Colour of the Season | See Photos

A full-length shot of Temi Ajibade (Otedola) reclining against a black background. She is wearing a vibrant orange, floor-length draped gown with a halter neckline. Her teal blue sandals provide a sharp colour contrast to the look. Photo Credit: Temi Ajibade/Instagram Temi Otedola turned 30 and she did it in orange. Head to toe, draped from her head to…

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