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COVER

Gabriel Ifeanyi Ogbechie Oil and Gas Champion

Building a lasting business takes far more than capital and ambition. It demands patience, resilience and the discipline to stay the course, even when the odds are stacked against you.…

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FASHION

Why Co-Ords Are Fashion’s Smartest Investment

Fashion has never offered more choice, yet getting dressed somehow feels harder than ever. Our wardrobes are fuller, trends move faster, and social media constantly introduces something new to want.…

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MAKEUP

Finding the Lipstick That Feels Like You

Every woman deserves a lipstick she can rely on. Not one that sits forgotten in a makeup bag, but the shade that instantly brightens her face, boosts her confidence and…

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ART & CULTURE

Designing for Comfort: The Perfect Guest Room

There is a noticeable difference between a room that’s simply available and one that’s been prepared for a guest. The bed is neatly made, there’s somewhere to put a suitcase,…

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ENTERTAINMENT

Davido Rekindles Cultural Vibe in New Music Video

Afrobeats global superstar Davido has once again placed African heritage at the centre of his visual storytelling with the release of the music video for “B4 B4,” featuring Mayorkun and…

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FASHION

The Rise of Homegrown Luxury

By Oghenekeno Akpoili Not too long ago, luxury came with a foreign passport. Italian leather, French perfumes, Swiss watches and designer labels from Paris, Milan and London carried a certain…

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May Ikeora-Amamgbo The Business of Black Beauty

Black is beautiful. For Dr May Ikeora-Amamgbo, it is more than a statement; it is a philosophy that has shaped her life’s work. A former Miss ECOWAS beauty queen turned…

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ENTERTAINMENT

Bridging Continents: Mo Abudu’s EbonyLife Expands to London

In a major expansion for African entertainment, Nigeria’s leading media and creative entrepreneur, Mo Abudu has spearheaded the international growth of EbonyLife Group into the United Kingdom. The move expands…

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BEAUTY

10 Scalp Habits That Can Help Your Hair Thrive

Healthy hair doesn’t begin with expensive serums or miracle oils. It begins with the scalp. While no product can dramatically speed up your natural rate of hair growth, the condition…

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ENTERTAINMENT

Outbursts to Numbers: How Mr P Turned Online Drama Into New Streaming Highs

Yinka Olatunbosun In the fast-moving landscape of Afrobeats, public controversy often destroys artist momentum. For Peter Okoye, known professionally as Mr P, his recent series of public outbursts and multi-part…

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LIFESTYLE

Nollywood Mourns Prominent Producer and Director Dimbo Atiya

The Nigerian film and television industry has been thrown into mourning following the announcement of the death of acclaimed Nollywood producer, director, and screenwriter Dimbo Atiya. His passing was confirmed…

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FASHION

Heritage Reimagined by 5kwomen by Koyinsola at the AfroFashion Show UK, Manchester

Koyinsola’s Heritage Reimagined collection, unveiled at the AfroFashion Show UK in Manchester, was less a runway presentation than a cultural essay rendered in fabric. Across six looks, the designer staged…

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COVER

Gov Babajide Sanwo-Olu Against All Odds: A Photo Story of Resilience in the Face of Adversity

Guests arriving at the Grand Ballroom of Eko Hotel & Suites last Thursday were first greeted by an exhibition of framed photographs previewing Sanwo-Olu: Against All Odds – A Photo…

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ART & CULTURE

Ademola Olaniran Documenting History

As the official photographer to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Ademola Olaniran has spent years documenting some of the state’s most defining moments, quietly building one of the most extensive visual archives…

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FASHION

Joel Dim reopens it’s Port Hacourt Flagship, expanding a Vision rooted in Home .

When Joel Dim first opened its flagship in Port Harcourt, it introduced more than a retaildestination. It established a home for a fashion house determined to give the city a…

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LIFESTYLE

Sandra Izsadore Activism Personified

There’s no telling the story of the Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, without mentioning his friend, music collaborator, and former partner, Sandra Izsadore. Born Sandra Smith in Los Angeles, USA, this…

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LIFESTYLE

Building a Library You’ll Actually Read

There is a particular kind of optimism that comes with buying a new book. You pick it up because everyone has been talking about it, because the cover is beautiful,…

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Opinion

When Love Comes with a Power Imbalance

What does equality in a relationship look like when two people’s lives simply don’t carry the same weight of consequence? Love has always liked to imagine itself as the great…

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FASHION

Designing a Home That Feels Like You

There is nothing wrong with wanting a beautiful home. In fact, we are living through one of the most exciting periods for interior design. Nigerian designers are creating stunning spaces,…

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FASHION

Dress for the Life You Want: 8 Style Habits That Can Change How You’re Perceived

We’ve all heard the advice to “dress for the job you want.” But what if it isn’t just about work? The truth is, the life you want is made up…

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FASHION

The End of the “It” Bag?

Not too long ago, fashion made handbag shopping wonderfully simple. There was always one bag. The bag. The one everyone wanted, everyone posted, and everyone saved up for. It was…

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Relational Waters: Three Photographers, One Six-Year Journey

By Yinka Olatunbosun The first thing to learn on a journey like this is that water is never still. It shifts with the wind, changes with the light and refuses…

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COVER

Tola Akerele New National Theatre Loading

The General Manager and CEO of the National Theatre, Tola Akerele, is a visionary leader, award-winning interior designer, and cultural entrepreneur whose career has been defined by an ability to…

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Chief Yomi Edu Celebrates 80th Birthday in Lagos

Chief Yomi Edu, elder statesman, politician and former Minister of Special Duties, celebrated his 80th birthday at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos, with family, friends, political associates, business leaders and…

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LIFESTYLE

Six Months Gone. Now What? How to Finish the Year Strong

There is something about July that makes time suddenly feel real. One minute, everyone was wishing each other a Happy New Year. The next six months have disappeared in a…

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FASHION

What Your Sunglasses Say About You

By Yinka Olatunbosun Before someone notices your handbag or your shoes, they notice your face. Sitting right at the centre of it is one accessory with the power to transform…

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SPICE, SMOKE AND STORY: The Foods That Taste Better When It Rains

There is something about rain that changes the way we eat. Maybe it is the cooler weather, the steady rhythm of raindrops on the roof or simply the excuse to…

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LIFESTYLE

Your Mid-Year Money Check: 7 Money Moves to Make Before the Year Ends

July is the perfect time to check in on your finances. The year isn’t over, but enough time has passed to see what’s working, what isn’t and where your money…

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Opinion

Are We Addicted to Aesthetics?

Twenty years ago, nobody cared what your hand soap looked like. It cleaned your hands. That was the job. Today, millions of people decant perfectly good soap into amber glass…

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LIFESTYLE

BEYOND on Tour IV and the Rise of African Luxury Wellness

There are moments that do more than capture attention and shift the standard. BEYOND on Tour IV, the wellness retreat arm of BEYOND Fitness Africa, was one of those moments.…

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Inside Mbari Kola – Ugoma Ebilah’s Love Letter to African Art and Modern Style

By Yinka Olatunbosun If you walk down a quiet close in Ikoyi, Lagos, the city’s familiar chaos begins to soften. At the end of the road sits a restored 1960s…

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ART & CULTURE

Book Review ; SHADOWS: Protest Essays on Africa’s Most Consequential Country (1999–2023)

For more than two decades, Eniola Bello has been one of the most recognisable voices in Nigerian journalism. A seasoned journalist and the Managing Director of THISDAY Newspaper, Bello built…

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FASHION

Building a Fashion Brand That Lasts

Starting a fashion brand has never been easier. Building one that is still around five or ten years later is a very different challenge. Every season brings a fresh wave…

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COVER

Bamidele Abiodun: A Force for Good

By Yomi Owope LIFE can only be understood backwards, said Kierkegaard. And for people who attain any kind of significance in the world, every decade presents an opportunity for personal…

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BEAUTY

10 Genius Ways to Reapply Sunscreen Without Ruining Your Makeup

If you’re serious about skincare, you’ve probably heard it countless times: sunscreen isn’t something you apply once in the morning and forget about. To keep your skin protected from harmful…

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ART & CULTURE

Beyond the Attire: PMCLADY’s Imuayen Collection Reimagines the Identity of the Edo Bride

Edo brides have always understood the power of a spectacle. Long before “bridal couture” became a buzzword, they were making entrances. Wrapped in rich fabrics, adorned with layers of coral…

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FASHION

The Art of Looking Well Dressed Without Overdoing It

By Yinka Olatunbosun Some people always seem to get it right. They walk into a room looking polished, interesting and completely at ease in what they’re wearing. Nothing feels overworked.…

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FASHION

The New Power Colour Isn’t Black. It’s Chocolate Brown.

Black has always been fashion’s safest bet. It’s timeless, elegant and goes with absolutely everything. But lately, another colour has been stealing the spotlight. Chocolate brown. From tailored suits…

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FASHION

The Mid-Year Wardrobe Reset

By the middle of the year, even the best wardrobes can start to feel… familiar. The dress you couldn’t wait to wear has lost some of its excitement. You find…

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LIFESTYLE

WARIF Survivor Stories

Dear Reader, Welcome to the WARIF Survivor Stories Series, a monthly feature where stories of survivors of rape and sexual violence are shared to motivate and encourage survivors to speak…

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FASHION

The Pieces That Pull Every Outfit Together

An outfit can be perfectly tailored, beautifully pressed and thoughtfully styled, yet still feel like something is missing. More often than not, the difference isn’t another dress or a…

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ART & CULTURE

Hinged on Humanity – Inside the Brilliant Mind of Sunshine Alaibe

Sunshine Alaibe is one of the new generation of cultural leaders redefining how African art is created, curated and experienced. A Lagos-based curator, art consultant, entrepreneur and cultural strategist, she…

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LIFESTYLE

The Screen Habits That Leave You Mentally Exhausted

By Yinka Olatunbosun Most of us spend hours looking at screens every day without giving it much thought. We check our phones before getting out of bed, answer emails while…

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LIFESTYLE

Why Good Sex Still Isn’t a Conversation We’re Having Properly

There are few things Nigerians discuss more enthusiastically than relationships. We dissect dating trends, weddings, cheating scandals, heartbreak, marriage proposals, celebrity divorces and red flags with almost academic dedication. Yet…

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COVER

Funke Bucknor-Obruthe The Event Maestro

For more than two decades, Funke Bucknor-Obruthe has helped shape Nigeria’s events industry, transforming what began as an accidental career into one of Africa’s most respected wedding and events brands.…

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LIFESTYLE

Everyone Wants a Pixie Cut Again. Here’s How to Make It Work

Long hair will always have its place, but this year, the pixie cut is stealing the spotlight. After seasons dominated by waist-length extensions, knotless braids and flowing waves, women are…

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LIFESTYLE

The Relationship Check-In Every Couple Needs

Relationships rarely fall apart overnight. More often, they change so gradually that neither person notices it happening. Conversations that once stretched late into the night become reminders about electricity bills,…

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LIFESTYLE

The ‘Olodo Uprising’ Isn’t Happening. Something More Complicated Is.

Leave it to Nigerians to turn two words into a national conversation. When rapper Ycee described what he was seeing online as an “olodo uprising” during an appearance on the…

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LIFESTYLE

Ezinne Akudo On the Art of the “In-Between”

… And Why She’s Championing Conversations That Matter Some women move through life with a rare, quiet power – a magnetism that doesn’t demand attention, but commands it through pure…

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BEAUTY

The New Rules of Everyday Makeup

There was a time when everyday makeup meant following the same routine every morning: full-coverage foundation, carved brows, heavy powder and enough products to fill an entire makeup bag. Not…

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FASHION

One Bold Accessory Is All Your Outfit Needs

Statement jewellery is making a confident comeback, and it could not have arrived at a better time. After years of delicate chains, tiny hoops and barely-there bracelets dominating jewellery boxes,…

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COVER

Obi Asika A Warrior for Culture

There are few people whose fingerprints can be found across as many chapters of Nigeria’s creative story as Obi Asika. Long before Afrobeats became a global phenomenon and the creative…

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FASHION

What Your Weekend Outfit Says About You

Weekend fashion is interesting because it is usually the most honest part of our wardrobe. Nobody is forcing us into a particular dress code. There are no office expectations to…

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BEAUTY

10 Sunscreen Mistakes You Might Be Making

Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen. A product we can never seem to stop talking about. Over the last few years, SPF has gone from being an afterthought to becoming the star of…

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Uncategorized

Can Nigerian Fashion Truly Scale?

Not long ago, the biggest challenge facing many Nigerian fashion brands was getting noticed. Today, that conversation has changed. Nigerian designers are showing at major fashion platforms, shipping orders across…

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LIFESTYLE

The Modern Woman’s Guide to Living Beautifully

Living beautifully means different things to different women. For some, it is a carefully curated wardrobe and a signature fragrance. For others, it is financial independence, meaningful friendships, good health…

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ART & CULTURE

Chisom Njoku on building influence, African luxury, and the quiet power of intentional storytelling

The Architect There’s a particular kind of person who makes everything around them feel more considered — more intentional — without ever making a show of it. Chisom is that…

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LIFESTYLE

Spice, Smoke and Story Bukka: The Soul of Nigerian Food

There is a certain honesty that comes with eating at a bukka. No mood lighting, no carefully curated playlist in the background, no hostess asking if you have a reservation.…

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BEAUTY

The Hair Growth Problem Nobody Is Talking About

If you have Afro-textured hair, chances are you have spent years hearing the same advice: oil your scalp, drink more water, wear protective styles and avoid excessive heat. Yet despite…

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FASHION

Why Everyone Is Wearing Pointed-Toe Flats Again

By Funke Babs Kufeji Pointed-toe flats are having a major fashion moment. Once seen as a practical alternative to heels, they have become a wardrobe staple for stylish women who…

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COVER

Lisa Folawiyo Twenty Years of Fashion, Fifty Years of Style

This year marks two major milestones for Lisa Folawiyo: her 50th birthday and 20 years of building one of Africa’s most respected luxury fashion brands. Few designers can claim to…

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LIFESTYLE

Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Business of Building Lagos

At 61, and with one year left in office, Babajide Sanwo-Olu is still selling Lagos the only way he knows how: calmly, deliberately and with one eye on the future.…

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FASHION

Fashion Buys That Sound Better Than They Turn Out

Fashion is very good at making us believe we need things. A bag suddenly seems like it will change our entire wardrobe. A pair of shoes starts looking like the…

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ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix’s The Polygamist Feels Familiar for a Reason

There is a particular kind of man African stories keep returning to. He is wealthy, respected and impossible to ignore. People admire him, depend on him, gossip about him and…

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FASHION

What Your Hairstylist Wishes You Knew About Wig Care

By Yinka Olatunbosun Wigs have become a major part of many women’s beauty routines. Whether it is a sleek bob for work, glamorous curls for a wedding, or a simple…

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FASHION

Fashion, PR, and Purpose: A Conversation with Dr Yetty Ogunnubi

By Yinka Olatunbosun For more than 15 years, Dr Yetunde “Yetty D” Ogunnubi has been at the forefront of Africa’s fashion and creative industries, building a career spanning public relations,…

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LIFESTYLE

Why We Are All So Fixated on Looking Younger

Somewhere along the way, looking your age became one of the worst things a person could do. Think about it. “You look younger than your age” is a compliment. “You…

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FASHION

What Your Favourite Colour Says About You – The Fashion Edition

Everyone has a colour they cannot resist. It may be the black outfit you automatically reach for when you want to look polished, the blue dress that dominates your wardrobe,…

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BEAUTY

Beauty Trends That Are Doing More Harm Than Good

There was a time when beauty advice came primarily from dermatologists, aestheticians and trusted beauty editors. Today, it often comes from social media, where a new skincare hack, miracle ingredient…

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FASHION

7 Surprisingly Basic Things That Make You Look Hot

There are people who spend a small fortune trying to become more attractive, buying expensive clothes, chasing every skincare trend and convincing themselves that looking good requires a complicated routine.…

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FASHION

Born To Be Different

How Augustine Omoifo Is Building AustinFord Clothing One Bold Silhouette at a Time On any given weekend in Lagos, fashion is impossible to ignore. From wedding venues in Lekki to…

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COVER

Dr. Newton Jibunoh The Explorer

A man born to conquer fear from a very young age, Chief Dr Newton Jibunoh is Nigeria’s leading environmental campaigner and the founder of the Fight Against Desert Encroachment (FADE)…

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FASHION

How to Shop Nigerian Fashion Like a Pro.

Most fashion lovers have a Nigerian fashion story. Sometimes it is a happy one: the dress that fit perfectly, attracted compliments all day and instantly became a wardrobe favourite. Other…

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EVENTS

Invest In Lagos 3.0 Puts the Spotlight on Opportunity

For two days, Eko Hotel & Suites served as the meeting point for investors, policymakers and business leaders as Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu hosted the third edition of Invest…

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FASHION

19 Years Later, Yutee Rone Is Still Setting the Standard

There is a good chance that even if you don’t immediately recognise the name Yutee Rone, you have seen her work. You have seen it at parties, commanding attention at…

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ART & CULTURE

A Conversation with Samuel Diminas

The Business of Energy, The Art of Leadership Samuel Diminas has spent more than three decades navigating some of the world’s most complex energy projects. From his early years at…

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LIFESTYLE

When Love Lives Somewhere Else

Every December, airports become unexpectedly romantic places. Among the families dragging oversized luggage and exhausted travellers trying to beat the holiday rush are couples who have spent months, sometimes years,…

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BEAUTY

The Nail Recovery Guide: 10 Habits That Actually Work

By Yinka Olatunbosun Healthy nails are often overlooked until they start breaking, peeling, or becoming painfully weak. Between regular manicures, gel polish, acrylic applications, cleaning products, and everyday wear and…

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The Homemade Skincare Trap: Why Natural Doesn’t Always Mean Safe

By Yinka Olatunbosun A quick scroll through TikTok, Instagram or YouTube will introduce you to countless homemade skincare recipes promising everything from brighter skin and smaller pores to the complete…

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ART & CULTURE

Etal Events marks 10 Years of shaping Africa’s Luxury Experience Industry

A Decade of Building One of Nigeria’s Most Influential Event and Experience Companies ETAL Events, one of Nigeria’s leading luxury event and experience companies, is celebrating its 10th anniversary, marking…

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ENTERTAINMENT

Blood Sisters 2 Delivers Suspense, Strong Performances and High Stakes

By Yinka Olatunbosun Four years after the crime thriller series Blood Sisters hit Netflix with a reverberating start, EbonyLife Studios has released a sequel that trails the bloody footprints left…

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BEAUTY

Beauty Trends That Are Doing More Harm Than Good

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BEAUTY

10 Things We Are Currently Obsessed With

There is always something. One minute, we are all convinced we need a tiny handbag that fits absolutely nothing. The next minute, we’re carrying bags large enough to survive a…

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FASHION

The Return of the Big Bag: Why Fashion Is Getting Practical Again

For years, fashion seemed determined to convince women that less was more. Handbags shrank dramatically. First came the mini bag. Then the micro bag. Eventually, some handbags became so small…

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LIFESTYLE

The Rainy Season Wardrobe Edit

……….Seven Style Rules to Follow This Season By Funke Babs-Kufeji Rainy season dressing is a balancing act. On one hand, you want to look polished and put together. On…

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COVER

The Emir of Zazzau Mallam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli

Right in the heart of Zaria, where centuries of tradition continue to shape modern life, sits His Highness, Mallam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli CFR, the 19th Emir of Zazzau. His ascension…

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WARIF Survivor Stories

Dear Reader, Welcome to the WARIF Survivor Stories Series, a monthly feature where stories of survivors of rape and sexual violence are shared to motivate and encourage survivors to speak…

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LIFESTYLE

10 Habits That Could Make the Rest of Your Year Better

Somehow, it’s June already. Half the year is gone, which means we have just six months left before people start posting “2027 is my year” and making fresh resolutions they…

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LIFESTYLE

Should You Use a GLP-1 Medication?

If you’ve been outside, online, or at a wedding recently, you’ve probably noticed it. People are losing weight at a speed that would have seemed almost suspicious a few years…

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LIFESTYLE

Will You Find Love on a Dating App?

Imagine you’re having dinner with friends and someone casually asks, “So, are you on a dating app?” The reaction is usually immediate. Someone laughs and says, “God forbid.” Another insists…

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FASHION

How to Infuse More Colour Into Your Wardrobe

If your wardrobe currently consists of black, white, beige, navy, and the occasional grey thrown in for excitement, you are not alone. Many of us reach a point where we…

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BEAUTY

Everything You Need to Know About Beauty Maxxing

These days, beauty is no longer something people simply hope for. It is something they plan for. From skincare routines that rival laboratory experiments to Pilates classes, teeth whitening appointments,…

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ENTERTAINMENT

Abdul-Qudus Ibrahim Pioneering Interactive Theatre in Nigeria

For decades, theatre has asked audiences to sit back, watch, and applaud when the curtain falls. Abdul-Qudus Ibrahim had a different idea. As the Founder and Creative Director of QIB…

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COVER

OJUDE OBA 2026: A Festival Like no Other!!

By Kachi Offiah Where Culture Came Dressed in Majesty Ojude Oba is the kind of festival that creates nostalgia even before you experience it. Or, as Gen Z would put…

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FASHION

Amouage Unveils Love Hibiscus in Lagos

Amouage, the renowned Omani High Perfumery House, has officially introduced Love Hibiscus to the Nigerian market, unveiling the fragrance at an exclusive Secret Garden-themed launch in Lagos. Held on May…

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FASHION

The Rich Uncle Style Code And Why It Keeps Working

There is a particular kind of Nigerian man whose arrival shifts the mood of a room. He is not necessarily the loudest dresser, nor is he always wearing the most…

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FASHION

Meet Chake, Akano Diamonds’ New Everyday Fine Jewellery Collection

Thoughtfully created as an everyday fine jewelry collection, Chake reflects a growing desire for pieces that feel luxurious without being reserved for special occasions. The kind of jewelry you do…

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LIFESTYLE

Spice, Smoke and Story

Good Food, Bad Service There is a very specific kind of disappointment that comes with eating an excellent meal in a restaurant that leaves you with no desire to ever…

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FASHION

Minimalist Dressing for the Woman Who Wants to Be Remembered

Less is not less. Less is the whole point. Minimalist dressing has a branding problem. Somewhere along the way, it became associated with women who only wear beige, own suspiciously…

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LIFESTYLE

Love Is Not Enough — And Other Hard Relationship Truths

Nobody wants to hear this. Everyone probably needs to. We have all, at some point, bought into the idea that love is the most important thing in a relationship. That…

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LAGOS GUIDE

Lagos Style: What People Are Actually Wearing Right Now

If you want to know what is happening in Lagos style right now, do not ask Instagram first. Go outside. Sit at a restaurant in Victoria Island for an hour.…

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BEAUTY

What Your Skin Is Trying To Tell You

Your skin has terrible timing. It breaks out before weddings, flares up during stressful work weeks, becomes inexplicably dull when life gets chaotic, and somehow chooses the exact week you…

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FASHION

Fashion Capitals That Offer More Than Great Shopping

When people talk about fashion capitals, the conversation usually begins and ends with what to buy. Which boutiques to visit. Which designer stores to queue for. Which vintage market hides…

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LIFESTYLE

How to Make Your Home Look More Expensive Than It Is

Because great taste has never been entirely about money. There is a certain kind of home that instantly feels elevated. Not necessarily bigger. Not filled with absurdly expensive furniture. Just…

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COVER

Aisha Adamu Augie Advancing Culture

Few people move between creativity, culture, and public service with the kind of intentionality Aisha Augie brings to her work. For nearly two decades, she has built a career that…

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FASHION

“Fashion Is More Than Clothes” — Zack Styling Luxury on Building Meaningful Style

In an industry often driven by aesthetics alone, Nigerian stylist and creative director Zack Aminu — professionally known as — Zack Styling Luxury is building something deeper. He’s building a…

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Uncategorized

The Founding of YouTube A Short History

YouTube is one of the most influential platforms in modern media, but its origin story is surprisingly simple: a small team wanted an easier way to share video online. In the…

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BEAUTY

The Updated Guide to Men’s Grooming

There was a time when men’s grooming began and ended with a haircut, a shave, and whatever cologne happened to be within reach. Anything beyond that was often dismissed as…

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FASHION

Styling Habits To Leave Behind

Style should feel like an extension of who you are, not something that quietly adds years you never asked for. Yet sometimes, without realising it, our clothes begin to look…

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LIFESTYLE

Love Has No Age — Or Does It?

Are relationship age gaps still a big deal in modern Nigeria? By the time Adaeze turned 28, she had heard the question so many times it had stopped offending her.…

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LIFESTYLE

How to Stop Doomscrolling Your Way Through Life

You opened Instagram to check one photo. Forty-five minutes later, you’re watching a stranger’s flood-damaged living room in a country you’ve never visited, your chest tight, your dinner cold. Sound…

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FASHION

When Style Meets Heritage Dr. Lai Labode on Fashion, Culture and Leadership

Businessman, cultural advocate, traditional leader, and unmistakably one of the more stylish men in the room, Dr. Balogun Lai Labode, the Kurumi of Ijaye and current Aare of Egbaland, has…

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EVENTS

Cincoro Tequila Makes Stylish Lagos Debut with Star-Studded Luxury Launch

By Yinka Olatunbosun Lagos’ appetite for luxury found a new object of affection recently as Cincoro Tequila, the award-winning premium tequila brand co-founded by basketball icon Michael Jordan and four…

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COVER

Joel “Kachi” Benson: Nigeria’s Emmy-Winning Storyteller

By Yinka Olatunbosun Joel “Kachi” Benson is having the kind of run filmmakers dream about. From making history as the first African filmmaker to win the Venice Lion for Best…

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BEAUTY

Protective Styling, Done Right

Protective styles have become more than just a beauty choice. For many women, they are part of a healthy hair routine, a time-saver, and sometimes the only thing standing between…

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FASHION

Handbags that Never Go Out of Style

There are trend bags, and then there are the ones that seem immune to fashion’s mood swings. The kind you spot in an old photograph and still want immediately. A…

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FASHION

Simple Style Upgrades Every Man Should Know

Looking stylish as a man does not have to be complicated. The best-dressed men are rarely the ones with overflowing wardrobes or endless trend pieces. More often, they simply understand…

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LIFESTYLE

Joel “Kachi” Benson On A Winning Streak

A native of Abia state, Joel ‘Kachi Benson is an outstanding documentary filmmaker and visual storyteller, globally recognised for his innovative use of Virtual Reality (VR) technology to amplify underrepresented…

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LIFESTYLE

Are We All Pretending to Be Rich?

There is a certain kind of confidence Lagos expects from you, whether you can afford it or not. You see it everywhere. In the girl stepping out of a ride-share…

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FASHION

The Stylish Woman’s Guide to Showing Skin

There was a time when showing skin in fashion automatically meant being labelled daring. Now, it is everywhere. Cut-outs at weddings. Sheer dresses at brunch. Tiny tops paired with oversized…

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WARIF SURVIVOR STORIES

WARIF Survivor Stories

Written by: Dr Kemi DaSilva-Ibru and Gloria Joacquim Dear Reader, Welcome to the WARIF Survivor Stories Series, a monthly feature where stories of survivors of rape and sexual violence are…

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BEAUTY

Beauty Maintenance: The Treatments Worth Keeping on Your Calendar

There is a difference between trying everything and maintaining what works. Beauty today can feel like a constant cycle of new products, new treatments, new promises. But the people who…

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LIFESTYLE

The Ikuku: The Life, Light and Final Curtain Call of Alex Ekubo

By Dorcas Dio Ebiyekon Some actors become famous. Some become familiar. And then there are the few who somehow become part of the cultural furniture, faces so recognisable, personalities so…

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LIFESTYLE

Ageing, Without the Apology: 5 New Rules for Looking Good at Any Age

By Yinka Olatunbosun There’s a quiet shift happening in how we think about ageing. Not dramatic, not announced, just a gradual pulling away from the idea that growing older is…

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EVENTS

10 Things That Defined AMVCA 12

The curtains have officially closed on the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, but like every AMVCA before it, the conversations are far from over. From emotional…

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COVER

AMVCA 2026 Nollywood’s Biggest Night

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards delivered the glamour, emotional wins, and defining career moments audiences have come to expect from Nollywood’s biggest night, while once…

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BEAUTY

The Glow Isn’t Always in a Bottle

For the longest time, good skin felt like a product problem. If something was off, breakouts, dullness, uneven tone, the instinct was to fix it with something new. A different…

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LIFESTYLE

The Price of Pretty: How Looking Good Is Quietly Bankrupting Us

There was a time when looking presentable felt like effort, not expense. You picked an outfit, did your hair, maybe added a little gloss, and stepped out. It wasn’t casual,…

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LIFESTYLE

SPICE, SMOKE AND STORY

The New Culture of Eating Out! There was a time when eating out in Lagos felt like an occasion. You dressed for it, planned for it, and often waited for…

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Start With the Shoes: The Styling Rule That Changes Everything

Most people build an outfit from the top down, starting with clothes and ending with shoes. It works, but it often feels like an afterthought. The sharper approach is to…

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FASHION

The 2026 Met Gala Turned Fashion Into Living Art

There are red carpets, and then there’s the Met Gala, that one night where fashion stops trying to be wearable and leans fully into expression. On Monday night, May 5th,…

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BEAUTY

The Makeup Mistakes That Add Years to Your Face

Makeup should not feel like a mask. At its best, it simply helps you look like a more rested, even version of yourself. The right products and techniques can soften…

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COVER

Heineken Lokpobiri Driving Nigeria’s Oil Sector

By Konye Chelsea Nwabogor Nigeria’s oil sector has always occupied a certain space in the national imagination; vast, influential, and constantly watched. It is one of the few industries where…

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BEAUTY

How to Find a Skincare Routine That Actually Works for You

There’s a quiet kind of frustration that comes with skincare. You buy the serum everyone swears by, switch cleansers because someone on TikTok said it changed their life, maybe even…

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LIFESTYLE

When Chief (Barr.) Matthew Egwuenu was laid to rest.

The life of Chief (Barr.) Matthew Egwuenu, a retired Commissioner of Police and the revered Akatapo of the Ukwuani Kingdom, was celebrated with dignity, colour, and a deep sense of…

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BEAUTY

Treatments vs Products: What Your Skin Actually Needs (and When)

Most people don’t realise how much guesswork sits behind their skincare routine. You buy a serum because someone swore by it. You switch moisturisers because your skin suddenly feels “off.”…

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FASHION

You Don’t Need New Clothes, You Need Better Styling

There’s a point most people reach, usually in front of a wardrobe that’s already too full, where buying more clothes stops making sense. Not because the options aren’t there, but…

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LIFESTYLE

WARIF Survivor Stories

Dear Reader, Welcome to the WARIF Survivor Stories Series, a monthly feature where stories of survivors of rape and sexual violence are shared to motivate and encourage survivors to speak…

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LIFESTYLE

Is Cheating a Dealbreaker?

There’s a version of this conversation that feels almost performative now. Someone asks, “If your partner cheats, are you leaving?” and the answers come sharp, immediate, almost rehearsed. “Yes.” “Immediately.”…

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FASHION

How Noble Igwe Helped Build the Lane Where Fashion, Media and Influence Meet

Long before creator culture became currency and fashion content found its commercial footing in Nigeria, Noble Igwe was already building in the space where media, style, and influence would eventually…

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The Outfit Is Not Complete Without the Hair

A good hair day is often treated like luck. The kind of thing that just happens when everything aligns, the weather, your mood, your mirror. But the truth is far…

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FASHION

Black, But Not Basic: 10 Ways to Wear Black That Actually Work

There’s a version of wearing black that feels like effort. And there’s the version that looks like you ran out of ideas. The difference is rarely dramatic. It’s usually in…

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LIFESTYLE

Another Year, Same Energy: Bazu’s All Birthday Soiree

Lagos’ nightlife circuit turned its attention to one address as Osazee Bazuaye—popularly known as Bazu—celebrated his birthday with his now-anticipated annual all-black party, bringing together a well-curated mix of society…

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COVER

Cecil Hammond Redefining Culture

Cecil Hammond is not the loudest name in the room, but he is often the reason the room exists. For over two decades, he has been quietly building the infrastructure…

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ART & CULTURE

Before it was art, it was just a woman hawking.

In conversation with Tunde Owolabi on “Without Rest, the Crown We Gain.” By Helen Balogun There is a particular kind of observation that most people never develop. Not just looking,…

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FASHION

Watches, Shoes, Belts—and Everything Else That Gives You Away

You can usually tell within the first few seconds. Not from the clothes exactly, but from everything around them. The watch. The shoes. The belt. The sunglasses that either finish…

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BEAUTY

What’s Happening to Our Hairlines?

8 Things Your Edges Are Trying to Tell You Let’s talk about edges, the real ones, not the perfectly sculpted versions you see on Instagram. The ones that used to…

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COVER

Tiwa Savage Beyond Music

From her early days in the UK, studying at Berklee College of Music and working behind the scenes as a songwriter and background vocalist for artists like Mary J. Blige…

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BEAUTY

Scented and Intentional: Women Who Smell Good Don’t Do These Things

Smelling good is not luck, and it is not reserved for people with shelves full of expensive perfumes. It is a habit, built on small, consistent choices that work together.…

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FASHION

Fila and The Man: The Message in the Tilt

by Funke Babs-Kufeji In Yoruba culture, the fila is more than a finishing touch. It frames the face, completes the agbada, and quietly signals mood, identity and sometimes status. There…

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FASHION

A Case for Dressing Like Yourself Again

Somewhere between trends, aesthetics, and the pressure to always get it right, getting dressed has become more complicated than it needs to be. It’s no longer just about what you…

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BEAUTY

Beauty While You Sleep: The Habits That Really Matter

There’s a version of you that exists after 10pm. The makeup is off, the wig is coming off gently or not so gently, and the day is finally done. It’s…

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LIFESTYLE

Why Are Modern Relationships So Confusing?

You can speak to someone every day, share parts of your life, build routines, create a sense of closeness that feels unmistakably real and still have no idea what, exactly,…

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ART & CULTURE

Closing the Gap: How IyeOgé Is Building the Infrastructure African Luxury Deserves

African fashion has never lacked creativity. What it has lacked is structure — the kind that turns a brilliant designer into a global name, that makes discovery feel intentional rather…

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FASHION

ÈJIRÉ 2.0: The Collection Quietly Taking Over the Room

You may not have clocked it immediately, but Èjírẹ́ 2.0 has been showing up everywhere that matters. Not in a loud, over-curated way. More like a slow, steady presence on…

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FASHION

HERTUNBA Unveils Akaọrụ̄, a Collection Focused on Craft

Lagos-based fashion house HERTUNBA has released its latest collection, Akaọrụ̄, a body of work that emphasises craftsmanship, materials, and construction at a time when speed and visibility continue to shape…

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FASHION

Sengwa: A Woven Realities Tale

Tide Chen Lagos at Africa Fashion Week Nigeria 2025 – Ayomitide Okungbaye stages the most quietly radical collection of the season. But does the execution fully match the ambition? TIDE…

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The Invisible Measurements That Make a Home Feel Right

There is a difference between a house that looks good and one that feels right. Most times, that difference comes down to measurements. Not the obvious ones like room size…

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LIFESTYLE

Are we living, or just documenting?

The next time something beautiful happens, watch your first instinct. Is it to feel it or to reach for your phone? That split-second decision says more about how we live…

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LIFESTYLE

Love Languages, Redefined

At some point, we all learned the script. You’re a “words of affirmation” person. You like quality time. You don’t really care for gifts. And for a while, that made…

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FASHION

Dress Your Body, Not Your Age

By Yinka Olatunbosun At some point, fashion decided your birth year should dictate your wardrobe. Not your personality. Not your lifestyle. Not even your body. Just… your age. It’s why…

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LIFESTYLE

SPICE SMOKE AND STORY

The Sunday Rice Ritual In many homes across Nigeria, Sunday has a pace of its own. It starts slower than the rest of the week. There is often church in…

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COVER

Victor Ndoma-Egba The Phoenix!

There are men whose careers are defined by a single moment, a decisive victory, a headline appointment, a turning point that shifts everything at once. And then there are men…

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FASHION

Elegance, Without the Price Tag

Elegance does not ask for a bigger budget, it asks for better choices. It is often mistaken for expense, but it has very little to do with how much you…

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ART & CULTURE

From Uli to Couture: How Bibi Lawrence Reimagines Igbo Identity in Form and Fabric

Igbo culture has always been visual. It lives in pattern, in colour, in symbolism, expressed through everything from ceremonial dress to body art. From the fluid lines of Uli to…

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LIFESTYLE

Does Intimacy Change With Age?

Intimacy in your twenties feels loud. It’s constant talking, constant reassurance, constant presence. You want to be seen, chosen, desired, clearly, visibly, without confusion. And for a while, that feels…

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LIFESTYLE

Money, Love & the Nigerian Couple

There was a time when love, at least in theory, was allowed to exist on its own. Not in a vacuum, of course, but without the constant negotiation that now…

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ART & CULTURE

Solape Azazi on Autism, Advocacy and Raising a Child in a System That Isn’t Ready

For Solape Azazi, the title of “autism mom” isn’t just a personal identity; it’s the engine behind a lifelong mission of advocacy. When her child was first diagnosed at three,…

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ART & CULTURE

How to Start Collecting Art and Why Now Is the Best Time.

For the longest time, art collecting felt like a distant world. The kind reserved for people who attended auctions in tailored suits, spoke in hushed tones, and knew exactly who…

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FASHION

The 5-Piece Wardrobe That Works for Every Body Type

Style isn’t about chasing silhouettes that cancel out your shape. It’s about understanding proportion, balance, and ease and building a wardrobe that respects all three. Not 50 pieces. Not endless…

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COVER

Oba Saheed Elegushi Kusenla III, @50 a Reign Still Unfolding

At 50, His Royal Majesty, Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi, Kusenla III, is marking more than a birthday. It is a moment that reflects a life shaped by duty, responsibility, and…

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LIFESTYLE

Easter Brunch, But Make It Effortless: A Stylish Host’s Survival Guide

A chic Easter brunch isn’t about doing the most. It’s about doing just enough with intention, style, and a bit of strategy. If you get the essentials right, everything else…

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LIFESTYLE

Easter Activities Everyone Is Actually Doing Right Now

Easter used to follow a script. Church, rice, visits, repeat. You didn’t overthink it, you just showed up. Now, everyone is rewriting it. The long weekend has become less about…

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FASHION

Diamonds: Lagos’ New Social Currency

Lagos has always been a city that communicates through style. For years, the signals were easy to read. Designer labels, visible logos, statement accessories, you could tell who was who…

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LIFESTYLE

Dating in Your 40s: The Unofficial Rules Nobody Tells You

There’s an honesty to dating in your 40s that no one really prepares you for. The pool is undeniably smaller—let’s just say it. Not in a dramatic, “there’s no one…

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FASHION

With Her New Flagship Store , Reni Abina Moves Rendoll Into a New Era

There was a time, not too long ago, when, for many Nigerian women, dressing well meant looking outward. Imported labels carried weight, foreign runways dictated taste, and style was often…

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BEAUTY

The Full-Body Glow Guide Every Woman Needs

There was a time when skincare began and ended at the jawline. Serums for the face, maybe a hurried swipe of lotion for the rest of the body, and out…

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FASHION

BÉMI IVORY Channels Structure and Fluidity in The Waterfall Collection

The Waterfall Collection by Bemi Ivory, unveiled at Paris Fashion Week 2026, is built on movement. Not exaggerated movement, not theatrical movement, but something far more controlled. Fabrics fall in…

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FASHION

The Three Handbags You Need in Your Closet

A well put together wardrobe goes beyond clothes. The right bags shape how you move through your day and can make even the simplest outfit feel complete. Think of them…

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COVER

Kunle Afolayan: The Visionary

There are some names you feel like you have heard all your life. In my short twenty-something years, the name Afolayan has been a constant in the Nigerian film landscape,…

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LIFESTYLE

SPICE, SMOKE AND STORY

Spice, Smoke and Story is a food column by Funke Babs-Kufeji, telling her love story for cooking and food in Nigeria, while exploring everything from restaurant reviews and recipes to fine…

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BEAUTY

The Makeup Bag Audit: Do You Actually Need Everything You Own?

At some point, your makeup bag stops working for you and just starts holding things. You see it in the little moments, digging too long for one lip gloss, rotating…

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ART & CULTURE

Joseph Edgar’s All-Women Theatre Season

For years, Nigerian theatre has been rich with female presence; visible, essential, often central to performance, yet noticeably absent at the point where stories are shaped and controlled. Women have…

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BEAUTY

The Dark Spot Dilemma: 7 Smart Ways to Finally Even Out Your Skin Tone

There’s a quiet frustration that comes with looking in the mirror and seeing marks you didn’t invite. Not acne exactly, not a rash, not something dramatic enough to demand sympathy,…

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FASHION

Omenala in Paris: Akano Unveils Heritage in High Jewellery

During Paris Fashion Week, Akano unveiled its latest high jewellery collection, Omenala, at an intimate cocktail event held at the Peninsula Paris. The evening brought together a select group of guests…

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LIFESTYLE

Tony Elumelu Fortune, Family and Philanthropy

There is something cinematic about the way Tony Elumelu moves through the world. Not in a contrived, overly polished way, but in that rare manner of people who are fully…

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COVER

Arise Woman Of Impact Class of 2026: The Best Dressed

Red Carpet Trends from The ARISE Women of Impact Africa 2026 There are red carpets, and then there are rooms where you immediately understand that nobody is dressing by accident.…

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FASHION

What to Wear This Week: A Real-Life Outfit Guide for Every Woman

Most style advice assumes you live a predictable life. You don’t. Your week is a mix of early mornings, rescheduled meetings, “quick stops” that turn into full outings, and days…

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FASHION

A Royal Appearance in Tolu Coker

Earlier this year, during London Fashion Week, King Charles III attended his first runway show, taking his seat for British-Nigerian designer Tolu Coker’s Fall 2026 presentation. It was the kind…

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WARIF SURVIVOR STORIES

WARIF Survivor Stories

Written by: Dr Kemi DaSilva-Ibru and Gloria Joacquim Dear Reader, Welcome to the WARIF Survivor Stories Series, a monthly feature where stories of survivors of rape and sexual violence are…

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FASHION

The Cost of Showing Up

Weddings in Nigeria have always been a social event, but lately, attending one feels like a financial commitment. Not for the couple, but for the guests. What used to be…

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ART & CULTURE

Beyond Décor: Inside House of Williams

House of Williams does not announce itself loudly. It doesn’t need to. What it offers is far more controlled, a point of view that is clear from the moment you…

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SPICE, SMOKE AND STORY

Spice, Smoke and Story is a food column by Funke Babs-Kufeji, telling her love story for cooking and food in Nigeria, while exploring everything from restaurant reviews and recipes to fine…

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LIFESTYLE

The Japa Generation & the Relationships Left Behind

At the airport, it sounds like a plan. A temporary separation. A necessary sacrifice. A means to something better. I’ll send for you. It’s just for now. We’ll figure it…

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EVENTS

+234 Art Fair 2026 Closes on a High Note, Spotlighting Inclusivity Across Nigeria’s Art Scene

Ecobank Nigeria and Soto Gallery successfully hosted the third edition of the +234 Art Fair, which ran from March 5–8 at the Ecobank Pan-African Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, delivering on…

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EVENTS

Adebola Williams Marks 40th Birthday with Reflective Thanksgiving in Lagos.

Media entrepreneur and public strategist Adebola Williams has unveiled his 40th birthday season, themed “The Year I Turn 40,” with a reflective Thanksgiving Service at This Present House in Lagos.…

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COVER

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Windsor Chronicles

At Windsor Castle, under the full weight of royal tradition, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu were received by Britain’s King Charles III in a ceremonial welcome…

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COVER

A Night of Record

On March 8, International Women’s Day, the ballroom at Eko Hotel & Suites carried a different kind of authority. The Women of Impact in Africa 2026, an initiative of ARISE…

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COVER

Women of Impact in Africa 2026

Every March 8th, the world pauses to acknowledge the undeniable force of women, their work, sacrifice, brilliance, and quiet, determined reshaping of societies. But in Africa, this moment lands differently.…

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FASHION

The Style Shift Everyone Is Making in 2026

Fashion used to move in loud waves, big trends, bold statements, entire seasons dictated by whatever ruled the runway. But 2026 has quietly introduced a different kind of shift, one…

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