The business of crochet has seen a boom in recent years. From stylish tops and bags to swimwear, bucket hats, and home décor, many women, especially in Nigeria, are turning their love for crocheting into a profitable business. One such woman is Kolade Mayowa Bolade, popularly known as HookedbyLade, who has had several celebrities, e.g., Veekee James and Sola Sobowale, wear...
Akara Fish Tempura is one recipe you should try if you love experimenting or trying out new things with food. Inspired by two cultural cuisines, it is a delicious street food that combines beloved Nigerian bean fritters, popularly known as akara, with crispy Japanese tempura. The combination of these two creates a beautiful fusion that honors both cultures. Here’s what...
BB Naija star Ifuennada has revealed her battles with amnesia, mental breakdown, and spiritual attacks. The reality star and skincare entrepreneur, who has been off social media for the past year, took to Instagram to share her story. She disclosed how she had experienced a significant period of sickness on her birthday, but on her birthday this year (July 23),...
In a remarkable display of advocacy and empowerment of the girl child, a teenager, Joy Ogah, held sway as Nigeria’s vice president for a day, taking over duties from Kashim Shettima. Held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the symbolic event in partnership with Plan International, a global organization that advocates for girls’ rights and...
From its humble beginnings in Abeokuta to global runways, Adire is a living example of Yoruba artistry combined with cultural heritage, and the facts in this article prove this. More than just a fabric, Adire has been a symbol of art and creativity for years. Surviving colonial disruption, cheap imports, and the pressures of modern fashion, a new generation...
Ese Oruru, the young girl whose story once shocked the nation and sparked nationwide condemnation, is now a graduate of the University of Ilorin with a second-class upper degree in education technology years after her story went viralal. The news of her graduation has generated widespread joy and excitement on social media. Celebrating the news, former Minister of Education Oby...
Ibukun Awosika is one of Nigeria’s most respected business icons, a woman who has redefined leadership with grace, courage, and conviction, and whose life has birthed many life lessons. She made history as the first female chairman of First Bank of Nigeria, breaking barriers in a sector long dominated by men. She is also the founder and CEO of The...
Licorice root has been recognized as one of nature’s most effective herbal remedies. Known for its sweet flavor and health benefits, licorice root has been used in traditional Chinese, Egyptian, and Indian medicine for thousands of years. Licorice root comes from the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant, which is native to parts of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The name “Glycyrrhiza”...
The Senate on Tuesday proposed life imprisonment without an option of a fine for anyone convicted of child defilement, as part of sweeping amendments to the Criminal Code Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The upper chamber said the stiffer penalty was necessary to deter offenders and protect children from sexual abuse, which it described as “a grievous crime capable of destroying...
A Nigerian couple has made history by combining adventure, romance, and innovation. Actor Shawn Faqua and event planner Sharon Ifunanya Maduekwe have made history with Nigeria’s first train wedding. The stunning ceremony took place on Sunday, October 20, 2025, aboard the Nigerian Railway Corporation’s (NRC) Lagos–Ibadan standard gauge train. As the train rolled out from the Alagomeji-Yaba station in Lagos, it...