For the longest time, I assumed that looking “put together” had something to do with makeup. I thought it was an unspoken rule, one that many girls grow up believing. At some point, you start to look forward to the day you can finally wear makeup properly and step into that version of yourself. A fine, put together, babe….
Artists Adekunle Gold and Olamide channel 70s fashion, posing against a classic black Mercedes-Benz with a custom ‘YB NL’ plate to announce their joint single, ‘Formation.’ Photo Credit: Adekunle Gold/Instagram In the world of Afrobeats, few stories are as poignant as the rise of the YBNL dynasty. This week, Adekunle Gold took us down memory lane while looking toward…
Heliconia Park Hotel & Spa Lagos has officially unveiled Oasis Gourmet Restaurant and Pool Bar, its newest fine dining destination in Victoria Island, Lagos, at an exclusive launch event attended by distinguished guests, business leaders, and government representatives. The launch marks a significant step in the brand’s continued growth, extending its philosophy of luxury into a refined, experience-driven culinary…
I began my 100-day writing challenge because I needed a space to process feelings I didn’t know how to handle. At the start of 2025, everything in my life seemed settled, giving me hope about adulthood. My career was stable. My spiritual life felt rooted. School was going smoothly. My relationship felt certain. I recall waking most mornings with a…
Oxford University Press named ragebait as its 2025 word of the year, but I reckon that context will give other words a run for their money this year, despite being barely four months into 2026. Context, a word that has seemingly been exploited by poor communicators recently, is actually such an important qualifier that it gives a more apposite presentation…
Actress Sharon Ooja Nwoke celebrates her birthday in a coastal-themed shoot, standing in a rock cave reflecting on her journey from Jos. Photo Credit: Sharon Ooja Nwoke/Instagram If birthdays had a visual language, Sharon Ooja Nwoke just made a strong case for seaside portraits, much gratitude and a little reflection to go with it. Her birthday photos arrive with…
Ifeanyi Ruth Umunna posing inside the historic Memorial Hall at Harvard University during her transition to legal studies. Photo Credit: Ifeanyi Ruth Umunna /LinkedIn If you are looking for a dose of Monday motivation, look no further than Ifeanyi Ruth Umunna. The Harvard Law student body has officially elected Ifeanyi to serve as their Student Government Co-President for the…
I recently interviewed a candidate whose behaviour during the interview left me genuinely surprised. A few minutes into our conversation, he mentioned that his internet connection was unstable and asked if he could turn off his camera. We agreed that, as these things happen, virtual interviews often come with technical challenges. However, from that moment on, I had to…
If you’ve ever found yourself in a conversation about religion, relationships, and identity that just kept going, this episode of Dear Ife will feel very familiar. Ife sits down with DANG’s community members: Titoluwa Olumideko, Blessing Edaogbogun Okwuofu, and Adepeju Edu, and they get into it properly. They start with stereotypes, especially around Muslim women, and the assumption that…
Chocolate cake always finds its way in. Sometimes it’s for a celebration, sometimes it’s just because you’re craving something rich and comforting, and this one from Easy Quick Recipes ticks all the right boxes. Their Chocolate Fudge Cake comes through with a deep chocolate flavour, a soft, moist crumb, and a smooth fudge frosting that brings everything together. It’s made…
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