The modern Nigerian man. Who is he really? What does he want? And why is the conversation around him so complicated? Gbemi and Toolz decided to find out and brought in Murewa and Isioma from the Menisms Podcast to help them do it, and the episode that came out of that conversation is one you are going to want…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Manchester United midfielder Simi Awujo (number 13) emerging from the Kingsmeadow tunnel for the Women’s FA Cup, clutching her boots and pre-match nutrition, with the Adobe WFA Cup branding and a sea of fans in United red behind her. Photo Credit: Simi Awujo/Instagram There is a version of Simisola Feyishayo Awujo that exists only in a child’s imagination —…
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…
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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