Author: Prudence Makoge
Manie Libbok says the battle for the Springbok No 10 jersey motivates all three contenders. The 28-year-old is vying for the starting playmaking role against France on Saturday with the experienced Handre Pollard and exciting youngster Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu. Pollard, 31, kicked the Boks to the 2019 and 2023 World Cup titles while 23-year-old Feinberg-Mngomezelu is seen as the leading young 10. “For us, it’s a healthy competition, first and foremost,” Libbok told reporters. “It helps all three of us. It helps us to push each other in training every day to be better and get better. I think it’s good.”…
In a groundbreaking fusion of couture and cinema, Zephans & Co, the Lagos-born ready-to-wear label adored by fashion-forward women across Nigeria and the diaspora, has become the first Nigerian fashion brand to co-sponsor a Nollywood film Gingerrr, the high-octane heist film now lighting up cinemas nationwide. Directed by Yemi “Filmboy” Morafa, Gingerrr boasts a dazzling cast that reads like a who’s who of Nigerian entertainment: Bisola Aiyeola, Wunmi Toriola, Bolaji Ogunmola, Kiekie (Oluwabukunmi Adeaga-Ilori), Odunlade Adekola, Lateef Adedimeji, and Shaffy Bello, with cameo appearances from Timini Egbuson and Blossom Chukwujekwu. Fashion x Nollywood: A Natural Alliance Nigeria’s film and fashion…
If you’ve ever had questions about the HPV vaccine or wondered how to truly stay ahead of cervical cancer, Dr. Tewa Onasanya has something reassuring to share. The founder of Exquisite Magazine and the Exquisite Magazine Awareness for Cancer (EMAC) Foundation, Dr. Tewa has been at the forefront of cervical cancer prevention in Nigeria for more than a decade. In our sit-down with her, she explains why cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers and why she’s so passionate about ensuring women get the information and screenings they need. Dr. Tewa, who’s been leading awareness campaigns since 2010,…
Ireland hooker Ronan Kelleher says players must fulfil their individual responsibilities better if the squad is to bounce back in their three home autumn internationals after losing to New Zealand in Chicago.The All Blacks secured a 26-13 comeback win over Andy Farrell’s side at Soldier Field, with the Irish now set to face Japan on Saturday at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, then Australia and South Africa at the same venue.Tadhg Beirne had his initial yellow card after three minutes of the contest with New Zealand upgraded to a 20-minute red and although Ireland led 13-7 early in the second…
South Africa’s impact on the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup has been recognised on the global stage, with Laura Wolvaardt, Marizanne Kapp and Nadine de Klerk all named in the official Team of the Tournament. The national captain Wolvaardt has also been selected to lead the World XI, after a tournament campaign that has now elevated her to No.1 on the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings for the first time in her career. Wolvaardt scored a record 571 runs throughout the tournament, the most ever at a single Women’s World Cup, including back-to-back centuries in the semi-final and final. Her…
As a bride, one of the most important choices you’ll make is picking your Maid of Honour. You want someone who’ll bring the best vibes on your big day, your right-hand woman, your calm in the chaos, and the one who’ll make sure you shine effortlessly through it all. Today’s maid of honour delivered her role exceptionally, acting as the bride’s best friend, support system, hype man, comedian, and so much more. As the day went by, she sprinkled her humour and consistently showed her support by lifting the bride’s dress, fanning her, and giving an entertaining speech. Stirred by…
The Sharks have announced the departure of Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am. The double World Cup winner is heading back to Japan, with the Mitsubishi Dynaboars confirming his signing. The 31-year-old, currently on the Springbok standby list for the end-of-year tour, joins Glenn Delaney’s Division One outfit ahead of the new League One season. Am returns to Japan after a brief stint with the Kobe Steelers in 2022, where he scored three tries in six appearances. The Dynaboars teased the move on Wednesday with a video clip showing Am in action for the Sharks during their URC win over the Scarlets…
Photo Credit: Toke Makinwa/Instagram We’re singing “Lady in Red, is dancing with me, cheek to cheek,” but Toke Makinwa isn’t joining us on the dance floor — and that’s perfectly fine. She’s having her own special moment with her baby girl, Yakira Eliana, and it’s every bit as sweet as you’d imagine. On Sunday, Toke dedicated her three-month-old Yaya in church, and the mother–daughter duo looked stunning in white. It was a deeply emotional moment for Toke, who reflected on how this season of her life feels especially meaningful. Her birthday falls on November 3rd — the same month her…
This year’s Lagos Cocktail Week was full of colour, creativity, and great drinks, and Gordon’s was part of it. The brand’s space was one of the most talked about at the festival. The setup was bright and inviting, with a stylish diner-inspired look that made people stop, take photos, and settle in for a cocktail drink. It was the kind of spot that felt warm, relaxed, and full of life. Guests enjoyed refreshing cocktails made by the Gordon’s mixologist, who served up some of the most popular drinks at the event. From Pink Berry spritz to Gin and Tonic and…
BBC Sport pundit Nedum Onuoha and tactics correspondent Umir Irfan join Sam Harris to discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold’s tough return to Anfield with Real Madrid.READ MORE: Liverpool ‘back to their best’ as they dominate Real MadridWATCH: On-the-whistle reaction on BBC iPlayer Source link