We can say that Njideka Akunyili Crosby, daughter of Late NAFDAC boss Dora Akunyili, is gradually following her mother’s footsteps with her recent feat of being awarded the Prestigious MacArthur Fellowship. Enugu born Njideka who now lives in California was described by the foundation as “a figurative painter whose large-scale works express the hybridity characteristic of transnational experience through choices...
Breast Cancer survivor and South African fashion entrepreneur, Nomalanga Nyanda recently did the most fearless thing. In commemoration of the Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Nyanda shared her breast cancer survival story and also, she shared a topless photo of herself showing her mastectomy scar. Nyanda who was diagnosed when her cancer was already at an advanced stage shared the story of her...
Turning 50 can be interesting but how many women actually remain flawless after they hit that age. From dealing with the menopause to battling changes in the body, life isn’t always easy for women once they turn 50. However, some female Nigerian celebrities who are 50 and above have proven that age is nothing but a number with their unique...
Recently, Dove, a beauty brand owned by Unilever, was heavily criticized for a racist ad campaign it ran on Facebook. Last Saturday, the multinational issued a public apology regarding the advert but it failed to drown the anger of Nigerians and blacks at large. Much of the backlash remained even after the full version of the ad surfaced, showing...
Most fathers and daughters share an enviable bond, that no one can match up to. They are practically inseparable, and their love grows stronger with time. Fathers are usually the first hero for most daughters, and when the time comes for the daughter to find love, walk down the aisle ans start her own family, the father is usually there to play...
Award winning actress and model, Georgina Onuoha has shared an inspiring message about how women can handle difficulties and make tough decisions. The mother of two talked about the strength of a woman. Here’s what she posted on Instagram The ultimate measure of a woman is not where she stands in times of comfort and convenience but where she stands in...
With the slogan “She Can Do Anything,” International Girls Day is a day to celebrate girls – all kinds of girls with all kinds of interests and abilities. It’s an opportunity to build confidence in girls and help them realize their potential. Since 2012, the 11th of October has been marked as the International Day of the Girl. This year’s...
What a man can do a woman can do better summaries the story of Lt. Tobi Cohen, the first Nigerian woman in the Israeli Army. The young military officer who is one of the best officers in the Army has a Nigerian mother and an Israeli father but grew up in Nigeria. Narrating her experience while speaking on the website of...
Playing the role of a mother and that of a father for your children can be difficult for some people, but for Nigerian actress, movie producer and entrepreneur, it is a walk in the park. Iyabo ojo who got married at the age of 21 is a mother of two children, Festus and Priscilla. Iyabo Ojo’s first child, Festus is...
A Nigerian lady, Olivia Malachy who lost her left hand in auto crash took to Facebook to share her photos and revealed that she went through a lot but won’t stop smiling. Olivia is a native of Imo State but lives in Aba, Abia state. The accident Survivor is also into cakes and decorating. Olivia’s Story just goes to...