Denrele Edun marks his 45th birthday in a custom multi-coloured woven Aso-Oke robe and towering cultural crown. Photo Credit: Denrele Edun/Instagram We know you’ve heard of the coat of many colours worn by the Biblical Joseph, but have you seen Denrele Edun‘s birthday Aso-Oke extravaganza? The media maverick Denrele just marked his 45th birthday, and because he completely refuses…
Transforming personal trauma into a powerful catalyst for global advocacy and healing, Nigerian-British gender equality champion Chinwe Enyinna has turned life’s toughest battles into a radiant beacon of hope. This was beautifully evident as the prestigious Alliance Française in Ikoyi, Lagos, was recently transformed into an inspiring sanctuary of resilience, community, and candid dialogue for the official unveiling of…
Nelly Mbonu models custom avant-garde birthday creations by designers Mub Rik and Josiphiah Michael. Style was at the forefront of Nelly Mbonu’s birthday this June. The Big Brother Naija Season 9 star celebrated in not one but two unforgettable looks, each pushing in a completely different direction and showing just how much fun fashion can be when you are…
Photo Credit: Nancy Isime hosting the 17th Headies Awards. The Headies/Instagram For years, success in African entertainment has often been measured by Western recognition. A Grammy nomination is considered a goal for many artists. An Oscar nod can change careers overnight. These honours and recognitions matter, and rightly so, because they represent excellence at the highest level and connect…
Mercy Aigbe in a burgundy brocade dress, Nelly Mbonu in a blue lace gown with a train, and Bimbo Akintola in a sequinned dress with red feathers. Trends come and go, but the Oleku style has a way of staying right where it matters—in the middle of fashion conversations, Owambe entrances, and celebrity style moments. Rooted in Yoruba tradition,…
Tennis stars Serena Williams in a black athletic dress and Venus Williams in a white and green outfit shaking hands on a hard tennis court. Just when we thought the sporting summer could not get any more exciting, the ultimate sister act is returning to the court. Wimbledon organisers have officially announced that Serena and Venus Williams have accepted…
88% of consumers in Nigeria have used AI to assist with shopping, while 97% feel AI-powered tools make online shopping faster and easier. 89% believe AI will play a critical role in protecting consumers from fraud in the future, but only 34% today trust AI agents to complete checkout. 83% have purchased directly through social commerce, while 57% of…
Simi sporting soft glam makeup and a coordinated burgundy gele for her mother’s birthday event. After seeing Simi in this look, it’s hard not to appreciate just how well burgundy and crimson suit her. She stepped out for a deeply personal occasion—her mother’s 70th birthday—choosing a custom look that felt appropriate for both celebration and family tradition. The gown…
As Africa continues to assert itself as a growing force in digital commerce and economic transformation, Visa marked Africa Day 2026 by bringing its West Africa team together in a celebration of culture, shared identity and continental pride. The occasion reaffirmed the global payments company’s commitment to the people and communities at the heart of its operations across the…
Ten years ago, digital payments in West Africa were still gaining traction. Today, the region is experiencing a rapid structural shift from cash to digital as consumers increasingly embrace card-based transactions, AI-powered commerce, and seamless cross-border solutions. The best way to support this transformation has always been to start local. Creating opportunities wherever they take root, with global payment…
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