In a remarkable twist of fate, South African billionaire and convicted inmate Xolane Ndhlovu has extended an extraordinary gesture of compassion, coming to the aid of a grieving family thousands of kilometers away. Ndhlovu, currently serving time at Leeuwkop Correctional Centre for attempted
Fashion
XCEPTIONAL Media proudly announces the launch of the Miss BLACKNIFICIENT Teen Pageant (BTP), an inspiring new initiative dedicated to celebrating natural beauty, promoting self-confidence, and equipping young girls with the skills to become future leaders. Scheduled to take place on July 26, 2025, the pageant is more than a competition—it is a transformative movement
In a spectacular ceremony held on January 11, 2025, in Abuja, Queen Jael Kallamu, the newly crowned winner of the Queen of Queens Beauty Pageant 2024, signed her official contract and was presented with her star prize: a prime plot of land. The land was generously provided by Domak Group International, a prominent real estate […]
Renowned actress and advocate Rita Dominic steps into a new role as Chairman of the Miss Nigeria Board, announcing the highly anticipated 45th Miss Nigeria Pageant. Scheduled for December 19th at the luxurious Royal Box Event Center, this event celebrates a legacy of beauty, intelligence, and purpose. With a mission to empower Nigerian women and […]
For Kelechi Sandra Innocent, fashion starts with a pencil. Before the fabrics, before the fittings, before the final runway moment, there’s a sketch, a single idea captured on paper, a moment of raw creativity that will eventually transform into something real. Sketching isn’t just a step in the process for her; it’s the foundation of […]
Cheikh Oumar Diakhate, a young Senegalese model, has captured the hearts of the fashion industry with his striking looks and inspiring life story. Raised in the bustling city of Milan, Diakhate’s journey from a challenging upbringing to international stardom is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. After facing adversity and overcoming obstacles, […]
Agnes Ochanaya Agada’s Streams and Style Clothing is making waves in the fashion industry with designs that blend elegance, versatility, and a modern yet culturally rich aesthetic. Here are some reasons her brand stands out and continues to earn love and loyalty from fashion enthusiasts. Streams and Style expertly merges traditional African elements with contemporary
In an era of rapid economic shifts and evolving consumer demands, one individual stands out for his pivotal role in guiding African businesses through turbulent times. Bayonle Daniel Oseni, Head of Innovation Insights (Bases) for East and West Africa at NielsenIQ, is setting the pace in consumer insights and market research across the continent. With […]
A fashion trend is a form of styling that evolves. This happens for different reasons; a dress or garment becomes a popular trend when it meets the requirements of fashion, in the light of creativity, style, tailoring, colour, texture and resonance. Resonance is relative and unpredictable; you never really know what dress would resonate with […]
The Dawalk Fashion Show, in its 5th edition, lit up Abuja on October 20th, 2024, with the dazzling debut of Tiwa Nig Ventures’ Starlight Collection masterfully curated by the visionary designer Ayodele Tiwatope Franklin of the fashion brand Tiwa Nig Ventures. This collection showcased an impeccable fusion of tradition and contemporary aesthetics. Every piece unveiled
Uyo Fashion Week 2024 witnessed the bold and dynamic unveiling of Zeeral Couture’s latest collection, the AfroWest Urban, designed by the creative directors Arala Amina Yetunde and Azeez Tolani Habeeb of the brand Zeeral Couture. With a vision to seamlessly blend African heritage with Western aesthetics, this collection offered a fresh perspective on what modern […]
Under the dazzling lights of the Coal City Fashion Experience Runway Event held on the 29th and 30th of June 2024, fashion enthusiasts and attendees were treated to a stunning revelation of urban sophistication with the unveiling of the “Metropolitan Flair” collection by AvantGarde Threads. This two-day fashion extravaganza featured bold, contemporary, and
The 02 Centre in London will host the MBOHO exhibition, an annual festival of African arts, from October 10 to October 31, 2024, in honour of Black History Month. This year’s event will feature presentations from across the African continent and the diaspora.It will explore Art, Music, and Fashion in Rich African forms giving a […]
There are designers who follow the rules, and then there is Sukurat Abimbola Memud, a woman who sees the rules, acknowledges them, and then completely rewrites them. She is not just another name in Nigerian fashion; she is one of the few bold enough to challenge the industry’s expectations, shaking things up in ways that […]
How can you disclose your identity to a stranger without saying a word? If we throw this ambiguous question at you, there is the possibility you will spend more than five minutes thinking of the appropriate answer or better still, your response will come out unassertive. And the reason is not hard to grasp. There […]
The African fashion industry has been fast evolving and is currently estimated to be worth $15.5 billion of the global fashion industry. From brightly lit runways to making good potentials in the large-scale industry. There are about 32 fashion weeks held in Africa in each passing year which means talents are always discovered in the […]
Owning a piece of clothing that does not just complement your style but tells a powerful story of heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation is a next-level boss move. For Damichi Exoche, this seems like a walk in the park. The brand is all about seamlessly creating a connection between the wearer and the design. Founded in […]
The recent unveiling of Fashion 28 Empire’s “Classic Chic” collection at the Alimosho Fashion Week on July 26 and 27, 2024, was a spectacle of style that left a significant mark on the fashion landscape. Under the vision of creative director Bello Oladipupo Akintunde, this collection showcased an exquisite fusion of traditional design elements with […]
Ikasi Somze Inisomze is not your typical student. Balancing his academic life as an anatomist with an awesome career as a runway model and content creator, Ikasi has successfully managed to experience two contrasting worlds with grace and determination. Now crowned Mr. Ideal Nigeria 1st Prince 2024,in a recent interview, he shares how his journey […]
To some, fashion is life. To others, it is hope, symbolic of freedom, beauty, and fame. But the real question is ‘What is fashion to you?’ To us, fashion is a combination of it all. It is the glam, the satisfactory cheers at a well-created piece, it is the awe and jaw-dropping designs that glide […]