WIZKID HITS IT BIG IN INDIA

Wow! Nigerian musicians are ruling the entertainment world. Wizkid, a Nigerian pop star has joined the world’s grade “A” highest paid performers. The 28 years old singer made a whopping 50 million Rupees ($681,200, N245.9 million) when he gave a live performance at a royal wedding at Umaid Bhawan Palace in India. He got the Indians dancing to Soco, Fake Love and more of his hit songs.

DIFFERENT STROKES FOR DIFFERENT FOLKS

Different strokes for different folks. It was a real demonstration of love when a dwarf guy married a tall and beautiful lady to people's amazement. Who says love cannot conquer all things. Some would say that love is blind, but how blind is love really? This is Lifestyle!

BOB MARLEY HAIRDO STILL TRENDING FOR AFRICAN LADIES

Bob Marley has remained a great inspiration to lots of people all over the world decades after his demise. Women are not left out as they copy Bob Marley hairstyle and overall image. Marley twist hair is known as dreads, and it’s still very popular to black people all over the world. Bob Marley braids are quite common among African women. Creating Bob Marley braids will take some hours of the day to accomplish and the neat style will hold for about four weeks. However, wearing thick crochet braids twist or dreadlocks will make any African lady look endlessly cool.

GENEVIEVE NNAJI IS THE NOLLYWOOD PERSONALITY FOR 2018

Genevieve Nnaji was born on May 3, 1979 in Mbaise, Imo State, Nigeria. She grew up in Lagos where she also kick-started her career as an actress, singer and producer. Her break came in 1998 when she featured in a home movie titled "Most Wanted". Since then, the thespian has starred in numerous other productions, bedazzling millions of movies buffs across the continent of Africa. 

Recently in September 2018 when the first film she produced as director, Lion Heart, was acquired by online streaming platform, Netflix, Genevieve made history as the first Nigerian whose creative work achieved such feat. Boasting of over 117 million subscribers and reputed as one of the largest streaming platforms for television and movie content on the Internet, Netflix’s exclusive acquisition of worldwide rights for Lion Heart, a deal worth millions of dollars, was not only a major boost to Genevieve’s career, but also a milestone for Nollywood.

Aside garnering several awards, the Nigerian government in 2011 conferred on Genevieve Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR), for her contribution to Nollywood. It is in the light of her outstanding achievements as an actress, producer and director that a Nigerian tabloid, The Sun Newspaper has considered Genevieve worthy of the Nollywood Personality of the Year Award for 2018.

SEUN KUTI IS STILL FLYING HIGH WITH AFROBEAT MUSIC

Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, has been nominated for the 61st Grammy Awards. Seun Kuti, is the son of Afrobeat originator, Fela Kuti. His album, Black Times, has been nominated in the Best World Music Award Category. The 61st Grammy Award is scheduled to hold in February 2019.

A NECKTIE GIVES YOU THAT GENTLEMAN'S APPEARANCE

A tie is one fashion accessory that can enhance a man’s outfit. The contemporary word "Tie", a shortened form of "Necktie" appeared first about 1820.  It is important for men to know how to combine a tie with their outfit. Ties can be plain or have patterns, straight or be in bow form. However it may be, a man with a tie is a confident man. Ties are mostly worn to the office, corporate events, dinners or wedding. There are some certain colours of ties that are daring and make a man’s suit stand out, but how you wear it makes all the difference. Some popular styles of knotting ties include: Windsor, 4 in hand, Nicky, Pratt, Eldridge, Balthus, Atlantic, Cape and Capsule.

Popular Styles of Knotting Ties

TOP 3 WORLD GIVERS AND PHILANTHROPISTS

Blessed is the hand that gives than the one that takes. There is joy in giving, the 3 most popular Philanthropists in the world Warren Buffet, Bill and Melinda Gates, and Michael Bloomberg attest to this fact. These billionaires have given back so much to society that their impact are felt in almost all the nook and crannies of the world.

Bill and Melinda Gates

1. Bill Gates is the principal founder and CEO of Microsoft Corporation. As of August 6, 2018, Gates had a net worth of $95.4 billion, making him the 2nd richest person in the world, behind Bezos of Amazon.‎ Bill Gates and his wife Melinda founded and launched The Bill and Melinda Foundation in 2000, and is said to be the largest private foundation in the United States, holding US$50.7 billion in assets. The primary aims of the foundation are, globally, to enhance healthcare and reduce extreme poverty, and, in the US, to expand educational opportunities and access to information technology.  In 2009, Gates and Warren Buffet founded The Giving Pledge, whereby they and other billionaires pledge to give at least half of their wealth to philanthropy.

Warren Buffet 

2. Warren Buffet is the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, a textile manufacturing firm. He is considered one of the most successful investors in the world with a net worth of US$90.2 billion as of September 26, 2018, making him the 3rd wealthiest person in the world.‎ ‎Warren Buffett is a notable philanthropist, having pledged to give away 99 percent of his fortune to philanthropic causes, primarily via the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. He founded The Giving Pledge in 2009 with Bill Gates, whereby billionaires pledge to give away at least half of their fortunes.

Michael Bloomberg 

3. Michael Bloomberg is the founder, CEO, and owner of Bloomberg L.P., a global financial services, mass media, and software company. He has been ranked as the 11th richest person in the world. He has joined The Giving Pledge, whereby billionaires pledge to give away at least half of their wealth to philanthropic causes.

RAG JEANS: THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY

Young men and women all over the world express themselves by what they wear. Rag Jean is a typical example of how the youths express their feelings and moods. There are many styles of rag jeans in the market today ranging from the good, the bad and the ugly depending on the persons social and moral inclinations. Specific names of some popular rag jeans worn by young people include: Distressed Boyfriend Rag Jeans; Rag and Bone Skinny Jeans; Rag and Bone Ripped Jeans; Light Blue Rag Splatter Jeans; Slim-Fit Distressed Stretch Rag Jeans.

ANKARA TOP ON JEANS IS SUPER CASUAL WEAR

The Ankara fabric clothing has quickly become one of the most beloved attires to wear together with jeans, and lots of ladies also add some outstanding accessories to their overall look. The most common Ankara blouse with jeans look is considered to be casual. This means women often wear jeans together with a pretty everyday Ankara blouse to meet up with friends or family or go on an informal date. This casual fashion style is trending.

DINNER PARTY DRESSES FOR LADIES

If you’re going to a dinner party where you don’t have to dress up, then wear casual clothing. Not only will this make the party feel more relaxing, it will also mean you’ll be more comfortable and able to enjoy yourself. However, there are a variety of dinner dresses you can choose from and be that slay queen at any dinner party. Good luck!

 

FROM THE POOR STREET OF LAGOS TO LONDON

Heartbreaking story of how a poor Lagos street boy Adewunmi became a wanted international model in London. Adewunmi was picked in Lagos few months ago by a modeling agent at a scouting event. Adewunmi, a kid of destiny has a great face, perfect skin tone and above all he was super humble. The agent said "At that moment I knew this kid did not come from nowhere God has directed us to meet (I’m a strong believer)and I will do everything possible to push him out there and make his face known. We groomed him, got a passport for him, went to his family house ( which was very emotional). The family was not sure of what was happening but they were calm because their child looks happy about it. To cut the story short, agencies in Europe started showing interest in this kid. Adewunmi got his first job shooting for Vlisco x Tokyo James Campaign and to God be the glory Adewunmi is in London. He is now represented by Models1 London, 16Men Paris and Independent Models Milan,(these are top agencies)... why I’m I putting this out here, just to advice you that if you find yourself in a position where you can help please do. Nigerians are going through a lot, use whatever you have to help someone out there".

TATTOOING STILL IN VOGUE

A tattoo is a form of body modification‎ where a design is made by inserting ink, dyes and pigments, either indelible or temporary, into the dermis‎ layer of the skin ‎to change the pigment. The art of making tattoos is tattooing. Many men and women, especially the youths have some parts of their bodies tattooed with signs, figures or even pictures that represent something to them. We may see tattoos as an act of rebellion against the society but that is only one of the many reasons why people wore and still wear tattoos.

igns, figures or even pictures that represent something to them. We may see tattoos as an act of rebellion against the society but that is only one of the many reasons why people wore and still wear tattoos.

OONI OF IFE ANNOUNCES HIS NEW QUEEN

Over a year after his marriage to Olori Wuraola crashed, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi has found a new bride. The Ooni released a statement announcing this, along with photos of his new Queen. The new queen is Prophetess/Evangelist Naomi Oluwaseyi. Naomi is the Founder/President of En-Heralds - an interdenominational ministry based in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. She started public ministry at the age of eighteen and became a full time evangelist in October 2011. She has six siblings and is in her 20s.

DINNER PARTY ATTIRE FOR MEN

When preparing for dinner parties and other evening social engagements, you need to think about what type of dinner party it is. Dinner parties can vary quite a lot in how formal they are. This will have a big impact on what you wear. So, think about who’s party it is, and then decide what to wear.

STEPHANIE LINUS AN ELEGANT ACTRESS

Nigerian grade A actress Stephanie Linus is always cute and elegant. She knows and understands the appropriate dress for any occasion. She slays on jeans jacket and trousers at a recent event.

CORPORATE DRESSES FOR WOMEN

Ladies skirts and trousers suits are very ideal for the office environment. Business formal dress for women also include a nice, appropriate skirt and an equally formal blouse. When choosing a skirt, make sure that you can sit comfortably in public. Mini skirts, for example, or skirts that are short and tight are inappropriate for the office. Blouses such as dress shirts, sweaters, button-down tops, and turtlenecks are acceptable as long as they look formal and professional. Casual shirts, such as t-shirts or tank tops, should be avoided. Also, blouses that are too low-cut or reveal your shoulders or back are not suitable for a work environment.

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