Lupita Nyong’o has opened up about her silent battle with uterine fibroids. The 42-year-old actress revealed this on Wednesday, Feb 25, during an appearance on the Today Show, sharing that her fibroids had returned and that the biggest one was the size of an orange. Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that grow in or on the uterus, and while they are...

Award-winning singer Tiwa Savage has announced the launch of the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, an initiative dedicated to empowering creatives in Nigeria. The 46-year-old singer announced on her social media platform on Wednesday, February 25, “After years of building globally… It’s time to build at home.” Introducing the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation. A new initiative dedicated to empowering emerging African...

Choosing the right daycare is very important, as it is essentially an extension of the home; hence, recognizing the warning signs of a bad daycare early can protect your child from harm and ensure they thrive in a safe space. While many childcare centers provide nurturing and safe environments, others may raise serious concerns. Here are some signs of a...

If you are looking for a new soup to add to your recipes, then you should try Okoho soup. Made from the stem of the Okoho stick from the plant Cissus populnea, it is known for its distinctive slimy texture similar to okra soup. It is a traditional Nigerian delicacy native to the Idoma people of Benue State. Okoho soup...

Nigerian-British actress Wunmi Mosaku won the “Best Supporting Actress” award for her role as Annie in the horror drama Sinners at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) held on February 22, 2026. She has cemented her place in history as one of the most celebrated Nigerian-born actresses in British television, as the first Black British winner of the supporting...

Pastor Folu Adeboye, wife of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adeboye, has been appointed Chancellor of Caleb University, Imota, Lagos. Her appointment was announced by the institution shortly after she was conferred with an honorary Doctor of Humanity (Honoris Causa) during the university’s 15th convocation ceremony. A statement by the institution’s Information, Media, and...

Since Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record history-making cooking feat in May 2023, several Nigerian women decided to follow suit in an attempt to set new records and put their names in history. What was once a distant global feat has now become a national movement, inspiring creatives, entrepreneurs, chefs, artists, and changemakers to push their limits in very public ways....

Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has been appointed as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo. The appointment was announced in a statement issued on Thursday by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor. According to the statement, the governor approved Johnson-Okojie’s appointment as part of efforts to strengthen public engagement with government policies and...

Nigerian para-badminton athlete Eniola Bolaji has made history, becoming the first African to rise to World No. 1 in Women’s SL3 Para-Badminton. This is according to the latest global rankings released by the Badminton World Federation (BWF). The milestone comes on the heels of her remarkable performance at the 2026 World Para Badminton Championship in Bahrain, where she advanced to...

Gender reveal parties have become a fun and creative way for expectant parents to share the exciting news about the gender of their baby with friends and family. From elaborate setups to simple yet charming ideas, there are countless ways to make your gender reveal a memorable and joyful experience. Here are seven of the best gender reveal ideas that...