Exploring global styles and their influence on western fashion
By Grace Ifunanya Ariwodo Fashion has always been a reflection of cultural exchange, and in today’s interconnected world, the influence of global styles on Western fashion is more prominent than ever. As designers and consumers alike seek to express individuality and embrace diversity, cross-cultural fashion has become a powerful trend,
Why 2000s style is making a comeback in 2024
By Grace Ifunanya Ariwodo Fashion is often cyclical, with trends from past decades making unexpected returns to the spotlight. In 2024, one such revival that has taken the fashion world by storm is Y2K fashion—the distinctive style that defined the early 2000s. From low-rise jeans and butterfly clips to metallic
5 of Burna Boy’s biggest international fashion collaborations
By Grace Ifunanya Ariwodo International luxury fashion brands have worked with Burna Boy many times. Nigerian artist Burna Boy, born Damini Ogulu, is becoming synonymous with international luxury brands and high fashion as he has collaborated with a number of them. Numerous collaborations are proof of his star power and
5 most dangerous fashion choices for women
By Grace Ifunanya Ariwodo Fashion is all about looking good and feeling confident. Many women love to express their style through the clothes and accessories they choose to wear.Whether it’s a pair of high heels for a night out, tight jeans that fit just right, or a stylish handbag that
Meet the first plus-sized Miss Universe Nigeria contestant
By Grace Ifunanya Ariwodo Ufa Dania is the first plus-sized Miss Universe contestant. When you think about a model or beauty pageant contestant, the image that comes to mind is someone slim and tall. However, Ufa Dania is challenging these stereotypes by being the first dark-skinned plus-sized woman to contest
Lagos selects 50 chefs for Eko flavours competition
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu The Lagos State Government, through its Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, has selected 50 local chefs to participate in the maiden edition of its Eko Flavours Competition. The Eko Flavours Project is a culinary platform for food vendors and chefs to showcase their talents and
In war-fatigued east Ukraine, Zelensky loses his shine
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu Olena Semykina, the owner of a village shop in east Ukraine, voted for President Volodymyr Zelensky five and a half years ago, hoping the fresh-faced political newcomer would end the fighting unleashed by Russian proxy forces in 2014. The screech of an artillery shell over her
FG gives traders one month to crash prices
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has given a one-month moratorium to traders and other market stakeholders involved in exploitative pricing to crash the prices of goods. The newly appointed Executive Vice Chairman of the FCCPC, Mr Tunji Bello, said this at a one-day stakeholders
US data boosts Asian, European markets
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu Asian and European markets rose Friday after a record day on Wall Street, boosted by a strong round of United State data that reassured investors over the health of the world’s top economy, while focus turns to the release of key inflation figures. Next up is
NNPC set to hand over Warri, Kaduna refineries to private operators
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited NNPC, says it is seeking to engage reputable and credible Operations and Maintenance companies to operate and maintain the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company and the Kaduna Refining and Petrochemical Company. The NNPC is seeking reputable and credible Operations &