Nigerian makeup artist and entrepreneur Theresa Emegwara, known as @Tesglammakeovers on Instagram, has officially received her Guinness World Record plaque for completing the longest continuous makeup session by an individual, held in Lagos. The marathon, which took place at the popular Landmark Boulevard in August 2025, saw Tesglam transform over 200 faces nonstop for six days, drawing crowds of spectators, models,...

Bolanle Austen-Peters is an award-winning Nigerian film producer, director, and cultural entrepreneur. Dubbed the “Queen of Nigerian Theatre,” she has, over the years, been renowned for shaping Nigeria’s art industry, as well as her focus on bringing to life films that address social issues. As she turns a year older today, here are some things to know about this movie...

Snakes remain a significant concern for many Nigerians, particularly for those residing in rural communities and areas with bushes. Plants that repel snakes are therefore often searched for by people looking for natural ways to protect their homes, especially in areas where snake encounters are common. While this is not a substitute for modern pest control methods like fumigation, certain plants...

South African singer Tyla has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, marking her second win in the category and beating four African heavyweights, including Nigerian stars like Davido, Ayra Starr, and Burna Boy. Tyla won the award for her hit single “Push 2 Start” two years after she picked up the same award for...

American singer Aura V has made history as the youngest recipient of a Grammy award in history. The eight-year-old who is a part of the father-daughter duo, FYÜTCH and Aura V, won Best Children’s Music Album for Harmony at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 1st, 2026, making her the youngest winner ever. At 8 years and 7...

A Nigerian singer and vocalist, Ifunanya Nwangene, who goes by the stage name Nanyah Music, died on January 31st, 2026, due to complications arising from a snake bite at her Abuja home. According to sources, Nanyah reportedly made frantic efforts to save her life after the incident, rushing herself to two different hospitals for urgent medical attention. However, she was...

Asking for a salary raise can seem scary for many people because they feel awkward about initiating such conversations. The truth is, there’s nothing wrong with asking for a raise that reflects the hard work that you do, but there are some approaches and best practices that will always get better results than others. Even though you are putting in the work, you still...

Actress and producer Toyin Abraham’s ‘Oversabi Aunty’ has made history, as it surpassed N1 billion at the Nigerian box office. The feat marks the first time Abraham has crossed the N1 billion earnings threshold, with the film emerging as the fourth highest-grossing Nollywood movie of all time. Released in December 2025, Oversabi Aunty has also become the first Nollywood directorial...

Gladys Mae West, an American mathematician known for her contributions to the development of satellite geodesy models, which were later incorporated into the Global Positioning System (GPS), has died at 95. West “passed peacefully alongside her family and friends and is now in heaven with her loved ones,” her family said as they announced her death. Often described as a “hidden figure,” West’s groundbreaking contributions...

Tepache is an ancient fermented drink made primarily from pineapple peels and core, sugar, and spices. Originating from Mexico, tepache has been enjoyed for centuries as a refreshing street beverage. The word “tepache” comes from the Nahuatl word “tepiātl,” meaning “corn drink.”  While early versions were made with maize, the pineapple-based version became popular during the colonial era after pineapples...