Life & style

The Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood, is one of the three biggest film industries in the world and it is undeniably due to the efforts of the industry's pioneer actors which include some of now-classified Nollywood oldest singles. Some fans feel bad watching these handsome and beautiful actors and actresses grow old without making families of theirs, but surprisingly, this feeling does not seem to affect these...

Senator styles for men is a line of clothing designed with the typical Nigerian senators in mind. It was popularized by a Nigerian senator from the Igbo tribe. Though it has been worn by every male recently, it is common in Nigeria's Southeastern and Niger Delta regions. The senator styles are mainly designed with Sokoto trousers and a long or short sleeve shirt with an agbada. In Nigeria, senator wears...

With an increase in the number of graduates in Nigeria, jobs in Nigeria have become more scarce. In fact, the number of graduates outweighs the available job opportunities. As a result, there are several cases of unemployment or underemployment in Nigeria with graduates opting for jobs that are way below their qualifications. Well! That might be the case, but you don't necessarily have to end up like any of them. With...

With a constant evolution in the fashion industry, there has been a change in Ankara short gown styles. Many of the latest styles are unique, creative, and trendy and can fit different occasions, formal or casual. Apart from the styles and designs of these gowns, they are equally defined by their length, which mainly falls on the knee or above. The interesting part is that there is a short gown...

When people talk about African stereotypes, the bulk of it generally points to Nigeria. Nigeria might be one of the most popular countries in Africa but most of the stereotypes people hold over Nigerians only give a false impression about them. Here is a list of the top 10 Nigerian stereotypes that always not true: Nigerian Stereotypes That Are Generally Untrue 1. Every Nigerian embraces Black Magic or 'Voodoo'. The whole world...

Chiffon short gowns are making waves among women. They are known for their soft and flowy nature and for being plain or having prints such as flowers. There are different types of chiffon materials, such as Silk crepe chiffon, Silk satin chiffon, Pearl chiffon, Jacquard chiffon, and Chameleon chiffon. In this article, we will give every beautiful short gown style to try using any of these types of chiffon. Chiffon...

Modern Artistic Protective hairstyles have become the secret to success for many women celebrities recently, men are also not left out of it. What are protective styles, one might ask? These are braided, twisted, or pulled-back styles that shield the ends of your hair from elements that cause breakage. Good examples are the cornrow hairstyles which come in all shapes, styles, and sizes giving you that sensational scene-stealing, natural...

Most people love their natural hair, yet, can't do without artificial extension. You will certainly agree that there is something so fascinating about being natural. Though we are all created with certain unique attributes, it is amazing how beautiful one can look with just one's natural hair. No more spending a lot of money on artificial hairstyles, nature has already bestowed upon us what we need. It doesn't even...

A beautiful short gown is typically at knee length or above the knee. It can be made with different materials, including chiffon, silk, cotton, lace, and crepe. There are various short gown styles for different types of bodies, and they are made for occasions that are both formal and informal. Generally, a beautiful short gown can be worn to a cocktail party, a wedding reception, a graduation ceremony, a picnic,...

Most ladies love to look classy and comfortable and there are many simple Ankara short gown styles that will give you just that. Ankara short gowns are knee-length or shorter dresses made with Ankara material. They are known for their versatility and ability to easily fit into different occasions, whether formal or informal. Usually, simple Ankara short gowns are made of different patterns, designs, and colors that fit different body...

To be among the ugliest people in the world is really not a fate one would consciously choose for any reason. You can barely stare at these people for more than five seconds and we are sure you would agree that they are ugly. It is worthy to note that while some of the people that made this list were born ugly, others deliberately changed their appearance which made...

The trending Delta Urhobo traditional marriage attire includes a blouse (Ewu) and a headgear called 'Onerho' for the women and waist wrappers, a shirt, and a hat called 'Eru for the men. The Urhobo people of Delta State are among the many culturally unique ethnic groups in Nigeria. They are the major ethnic group in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria and reside in Delta and Bayelsa states, which are...

Wizkid is one of the owners of the most expensive cars in Nigeria. Recently, he added a 2022 Black Badge Rolls-Royce Cullinan worth 620 million to his car garage. All together, his cars are worth over 2.5 billion Naira and also include Lamborghini Aventador, Mercedes Maybach Minivan, Lamborghini Urus, Mercedes-AMG Benz G 63, etc.  Before Wizkid's recent car, he drew attention for reportedly acquiring 7 cars in a day in 2022....

Sir Herbert Macaulay was the first man to buy a car in Nigeria. However, there is no available record of the type of car and at what price it was bought. Buying a car during the early colonial era in Nigeria was a luxury not everyone could afford. It was, in fact, the rarest thing you would find even among the elites in the country. You could even count the...

Omah Lay's house is located in the Lekki area of Lagos State. The white two-story building owned by the Nigerian singer is reportedly worth N500 million. With his darkly sparkling vocals, evocative storytelling, and contagious rhythms, Omah Lay has become one of Nigeria’s most talked-about musical innovators. His brand of Afro-fusion has helped him make a meaningful impact in the Nigerian music industry and lavishing himself with some of the...

The likes of Aliko Dangote, Dino Melaye, Jowi Zaza, and Davido own some of the most expensive cars in Nigeria. These cars range from the vintage to more recent creations, and each is worth tens of millions of Naira, with Aliko Dangote's Bugatti Veyron worth 1.5 billion Naira. Other expensive cars in Nigeria are the Mercedes G Wagon Limo and Maybach 57S Knight Luxury.  Cars have remained important assets to...

Davido has more than 12 cars, and his car collection includes luxury cars such as a Lamborghini, Bentley Bentayga, Rolls Royce, Range Rover Sports, Mercedes-G-Wagon, Audi, and Porsche. Davido has a passion for luxury cars and enjoys collecting them as a hobby. For him, it may be less about showing off and more about appreciating the craftsmanship and design of these high-end vehicles. From the Lamborghini Urus to the magnificent...

Yolanda Okereke Fubara is a Nollywood fashion stylist, costume designer, and wardrobe specialist for film and television. She is best known for her work on La Femme Anjola, the popular 2021 Nollywood thriller. Fashion has always been an integral part of the movie industry and Yolanda Okereke Fubara has done a great job of knitting the two industries together through her creativity and skills. Amongst Yolanda's most recent works are...

Azeez Adesina Fashola, best known as Naira Marley, is one of the most sought after and contentious music celebrities in Nigeria. Owing to the raw and earthy approach of his music philosophy, coupled with the fact that he enjoys living la Vida Loca, many of his fans would have never imagined that Naira Marley has since been married let alone visualizing him having two wives with four kids. However, this...

Evans is a convicted Nigerian kidnapper from Nnewi in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State. He gained notoriety in 2017 after he kidnapped the Managing Director of Maydon Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Donatus Dunu, and collected 223,000 Euros as ransom from his family. Born Chukwudi Dumeme Onuamadike, not much is known about the kidnapper's childhood but he has once said he joined the business after his father disowned him. His...

Aswad Ayinde (Born on July 16, 1958, a.k.a Charles McGill) is a Grammy award-winning African American Music director who became famous for directing the music video for the Fugees’ hit song “Killing Me Softly” in 1996. Sadly, his life took an ugly turn after he was found guilty of sexually abusing his daughters. There is really nothing that is impossible under the sun. Sometimes we hear stories about the bizarre...

Davido acquired a Bombardier Challenger 605 private jet in May 2018, which was made possible with his net worth estimated at $40 million. This has made him one of the youngest Nigerian musicians to own a private jet.  Though he comes from a wealthy home, he has also made his wealth and fame. Having acquired a huge net worth, OBO has been able to give himself enough luxury. The Nigerian musician...

With a net worth of around $400,000, Zinoleesky's garage has a few luxury cars in them. They include the ES350 Luxury Sedan, the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon SUV, and the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro. He is also known to live in a posh apartment in one of the most expensive parts of Lagos, Lekki. The Nigerian street pop artist was signed to Naira Marley's Marlian Music label in 2019 and has carved a...

The trendy Akwa Ibom traditional attire for men and women are among the most stylish attires in Nigeria and Africa. Akwa Ibom State is one of the southern states in Nigeria that is rich in cultural heritage, of which clothing is one. The state has six ethnic groups, namely Efik, Oron, Annang, Ibibio, Obolo, Eket, and the trendy Akwa Ibom traditional attire is worn by all the ethnic groups. These attires...

The cultural identity of a particular group of people tells a lot about the people's heritage; it is their identity. So, whether it is a small group of people or an entire country, cultural identity is something that we all hold very close to our hearts as individuals. The people of Akwa Ibom state are among the many unique set of people you will find in Nigeria and if you...