Nigerian-American athlete, Annette Nneka Echikunwoke returned from a horrifying setback at Tokyo 2020 to make history at the Paris 2024 Olympics.Echikunwoke on Tuesday night won a silver medal in the women’s hammer throw with a season-best performance of 75.48 meters.Born in 1996 in Ohio, United States, the 28-year-old initially wanted to represent Nigeria, her homeland at the 2020 Tokyo Games. However, that dream was cut short in Tokyo when she was disqualified due to ineligibility issues.On her 25th birthday, Echikunwoke and nine other Nigerian track and field athletes were informed that they had been declared ineligible to compete in Tokyo.Two…
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Tems Speaks On Why She Wore Viral Oscars Outfit Over the last 24 hours, Nigerian singer, Tems has gotten everyone talking both locally and internationally. The award-winning crooner had stormed the 95th Academy Awards popularly called the Oscars in a custom-made gown by Ukrainian brand, Lever Couture’s AW22 Leleka Couture collection, a look that Tems described as “outside the box.” She wore the dreamy white gown with metallic silver eyeliner and cocoa-lined lips that complimented the overall futuristic tone of the outfit. Tems real name Temilade Openiyi was nominated for Best Original Song at this year’s Oscars for her work…
It was #AChocolateLoveStory on Saturday, May 21 as actress Ini Dima-Okogie got wedded to her heartthrob, Abasi Ene-Obong. The Blood Sisters star looked regal and breathtaking in all her outfits that saw A-list celebrities and media personalities in attendance. Nancy Isime, Bisola Aiyeola, Toke Makinwa Adunni Ade, Osas Ighodaro amongst others. Here are all the asoebi looks from the event. 1. Toke Makinwa 2. Nancy Isime 3. Osas Ighodaro 4. Bisola 5. Linda Osifo 6. Lilian Afe 7. DSF 8. Ihuoma Ejiofor View this post on Instagram A post shared by Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman (@ihuomalindaejiofor) 9. Idia Aisien 10.…
It was a night of black heritage and afro culture as the much-awaited African premiere of Black Panther: Wakanda forever held in Lagos. The Black Panther stars Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, Tenoch Huerta Mejia, and director Ryan Coogler, had earlier on Sunday stormed Nigeria’s entertainment capital Lagos for the premiere. As usual, celebrities showed up and out in their numbers. Here is how some of your faves slayed to the event. 1. Allysyn 2. Idia Aisien 3. Omowumi Dada 4. Tiannah 5. Adunni Ade View this post on Instagram A post shared…
Media personality and fashion girl, Toke Makinwa is back for a new season of the Showmax BBNaija off-shoot, The Buzz. The superstar presenter made her return as the host of the show on Tuesday wearing a stunning custom dress by Nigerian designer Emagine By Bukola as she sat down to discuss the new season of the much-talked-about reality show. The metallic blue mini dress featured exaggerated off-shoulder sleeves and a deep-cut neckline. Styled by Dahmola, Toke paired the dress with pink stilettos and pink earrings, finishing up the look with a sleek updo and sultry glam. Judging by this debut look for…
On Sunday, May 8, the top nine design finalists from the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) Design For Stars Competition showcased their collection and pieces at the first-ever AMVCA runway show. The designers – Amy Aghomi, Azeezat Alawusa, Ezioghene Egbelefiyo, Felix Asuquo, Ikechukwu Nwosu, Obinna Omeruo, Omowunmi Pilot, and Oseluese Okpamen were chosen out of several entries submitted for the competition. They went through two weeks of intensive training from A-list designers – Lanre Da Silva Ajayi of Lanre Da Silva Ajayi, Mai Atafo of ATAFO and Adebayo Oke-Lawal of Orange Culture to create unique pieces for the show.…
The memorial and remembrance ceremony of Iyabo Ojo’s mother has been the talk of the town over the last few days. As the only female child of her late mother, she definitely rose to the occasion as the high and mighty in the entertainment scene were in attendance. She also spared no cost in rocking breathtaking outfits styled and designed by some of Nigeria’s top designers. Here are all the outfits that showed Iyabo Ojo understood the assignment. 1. Styled by Tushy wardrobe 2. Styled by Teekay Fashion 3. Styled by Ceo Luminee View this post on Instagram…
It was a blue affair at the one year memorial ceremony of Iyabo Ojo’s mother which held on Sunday, November 21, 2021. Celebrities and various personalities were in attendance to support the actress. Here are some of the best asoebi styles that graced the occasion. 1. Toyin Lawani 2. Mercy Aigbe 3. Peggy Ovire 4. Diana Eneje 5. Bukola Adeeyo 6. Eniola Badmus 7. Regina Chukwu 17 Glamorous Asoebi Styles From The Burial Reception Of Tiwa Savage’s Father That Can Inspire Your Next Owanbe Look 8. Eniola Ajao 9. Blessing CEO 10. CEO Luminee 11. Folorunsho Adeola 12. Toyin Abraham…
Crossdresser, Bobrisky held his 30th birthday on August 31, 2021 and in attendance were celebrities from far and wide. Here are 7 female celebrities that made heads turn at the event. 1. Mercy Aigbe View this post on Instagram A post shared by MERCY AIGBE (@realmercyaigbe) 2. Eniola Badmus View this post on Instagram A post shared by ENIOLABADMUS (@eniola_badmus) 3. Tacha View this post on Instagram A post shared by TACHA (@symply_tacha) 4. Mimi Orjiekwe View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mimi Orjiekwe (@mimiorjiekweng) 5. Ceo Luminee View this post on Instagram A post shared by…
Singer, Tiwa Savage buried her father on Friday, September 3rd, 2021 and it was nothing short of glamorous. As expected celebrities and personalities from all works of life attended the burial to celebrate with the singer. The various styles on display at the blue-themed event was the highlight of the occasion and your favourite celebrities spared no cost in looking breathtaking. Here are some of the best Asoebi styles from the event. 1. Toke Makinwa 19 Celebrity Looks From Toyin Abraham’s Star-Studded #TheGhostAndToutToo Premiere 2. Stephanie Coker 3. Lily Afe 4. Mo Abudu 5. Ini Edo 6. Sharon Ooja…