Apo Maria Whang-Od Becomes Vogue’s Oldest Cover Star At 106 She is the last female mambabatok of her generation A Filipino tattoo artist, Apo Maria Whang-Od has become the oldest person to ever get featured on the cover of Vogue. Whang-Od, who turned 106 in February, unseats Judi Dench as the oldest-ever Vogue cover star. Dench was featured in British...
When it comes to renouncing one’s faith, it is usually more common to hear of those who convert to Christianity from other religions than the other way around. Over the years, some Nigerian actresses have converted to Islam due to one reason or another. Here are seven of them. 1. Fathia Balogun Popular Nollywood actress Fathia Balogun was born a...
Seven Nigerians (5 female) have been named among Forbes’s 30 Under 30 list for 2023. Forbes Africa has unveiled its annual list of 30 Under 30, an esteemed collection that lauds the accomplishments of exceptional young entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders under the age of 30. The list, titled “The Newest Self-Made Young Innovators and Leaders Scripting a New Vision for...
If you watch the all-women breakfast show ‘Your View’ one woman that stands out is Obiajulu BeeCee Ugboh. BeeCee is known for her bluntness and her objective opinions which get her cohosts and viewers of the show talking. She is a woman who wears many hats, a media personality, entrepreneur, life coach, singer, and actor. Here are some facts about...
Congratulations are in order as Korra Obidi becomes a landlord in the United States. The mother of two who couldn’t contain her excitement revealed she is now the owner of a $1,600,000 home in Los Angeles. Sharing the news in a video on Instagram, she wrote: Small Nyash, Big God. The naked divorced disgrace don buy house. Thank God say...
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Returning Officer in Abia State, Prof Nnenna Oti, has recounted her experience in the just concluded governorship election. Oti, who is the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, FUTO, said she refused to compromise the Abia governorship election despite being offered money and threatened. She disclosed this while addressing students during...
One year after her untimely death, the Megafu family has paid a touching tribute to Dr. Chinelo Nwando Megafu. Dr. Chinelo was killed in the deadly Abuja-Kaduna train attack. No fewer than nine people died while over 60 others were kidnapped when the Kaduna-bound train was attacked on March 28, 2022, in the Kateri-Rijana area of the state. The gunmen derailed...
Social media is another yardstick for measuring the success of a celebrity in this modern dispensation which explains the frenzy over ‘followers’ on social media platforms as of today. One of the biggest social media platforms that celebrities all over the world have been able to use to interact with their fans is Instagram. Love it or hate it, Instagram...
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to the recalled EzriCare and Delsam Pharma Artificial Tears eye drops. The recall is contained in a public alert with No: 008/2023 signed by NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, in Abuja on Sunday. Public Alert No. 008/2023. Alert on recalled Artificial Tears Eye Drops linked...
Ramadan is a holy month that is observed by Muslims all around the world. It is a time for reflection, prayer, and community. With the help of Google and YouTube, celebrating Ramadan has become even easier and more enjoyable. From Lagos to Nairobi, Accra to Johannesburg, Africans can access a wealth of information and resources to make the most of...