Author: Prudence Makoge

It started with toothpaste. Or maybe the laundry. By now, neither of them could remember. Tunde slammed the wardrobe door shut, muttering something under his breath. Amaka turned from the mirror, eyes narrowing. “So because I said you left the toothpaste open, you’ll now act like I insulted your ancestors?” He shot back, “It’s not what you said. It’s how you said it.” “Ah, here we go again,” she exhaled. The air thickened. They both went quiet. They’d promised themselves it wouldn’t get this far again, yet somehow, it always did. At first, their friends thought they were just being…

Asake’s first Tiny Desk performance is one for the books. The super star brought his sound — a mix of Fuji, Afrobeats, and amapiano — to the famous NPR Music desk with a set list that had everyone vibing. From “Why Love” to “Amapiano,” “Lonely at the Top,” and “Fuji Vibe,” he delivered hit after hit in a seamless flow that showed just how far his music has travelled. It’s rare to see Asake in such an intimate setting, but the moment he started, it felt like home. The live band gave every track a new layer — soft horns,…

Kaizer Chiefs legend Bernard Parker has faced the wrath of Amazulu midfielder Bongani Zungu via Instagram. The trouble began when Parker, who retired in July 2024 after that horrific leg break while playing for TS Galaxy, appeared on Behind The Boot Podcast with Mazola Molefe. During the chat, the former Amakhosi captain claimed Zungu never apologised for the challenge that ended his career. KAIZER CHIEFS LEGEND BERNARD PARKER ACCUSED OF LIES The 33-year-old Zungu logged in on Instagram to set the record straight, and he brought receipts. The former Mamelodi Sundowns superstar posted a screenshot of a direct message chat…

Acclaimed Nigerian-American visual artist and designer Uzo Njoku is set to debut her much-anticipated homecoming exhibition in Lagos: “An Owambe Exhibition by Uzo Njoku.”Known for her vibrant pattern work, striking portraits, and storytelling that connects the Africandiaspora, Njoku will present a new body of work. Her latest pieces reimagine the contemporaryNigerian experience through texture, tradition, and truth. Opening on November 23rd in Lagos, Uzo Njoku’s two-month-long exhibition is a powerful visual diary, unveiling nine new paintings that each unravel a different layer of Nigerian life. From intergenerational conflict to queer identity, female beauty standards, childhood ambiguity, and spiritual resilience. While…

The 2025 International Day of the Girl was celebrated in a rather special way when Mattel Inc. introduced Team Barbie, a group of four powerful role models and professional rugby players from around the world, in a bid to encourage young girls to own their confidence proudly. Among the players is the recognisable Ilona Maher, an Olympic gold medalist with Team USA, who has built a well-known social presence by using her platforms to encourage, spread body positivity, and shatter gender stereotypes.  Ellie Kildunne joins her, having recently won the Women’s Rugby World Cup with England. The backline player has…

Coach Ivan van Rooyen has made three changes to the Lions’ starting XV for Saturday’s URC match against unbeaten Ulster at Ellis Park. In the forwards, Jarod Cairns fills the void left by flanker JC Pretorius, who faces a four-month spell on the sidelines with a knee injury, while lock Reinhard Nothnagel starts after impressing off the bench in last week’s 29-18 win over the Scarlets, with Darrien Landsberg shifting to the replacements. URC ROUND 5: Keo’s Accumulator In the backline, Richard Kriel drops out of the match 23 for Bronson Mills, who starts at inside centre. Nico Steyn retains…

The vows are done, and you’ve said ‘I do’. Now it’s time to party hard and celebrate your beautiful union! What better way than slipping into something elegant and fun? Go short, go bold, go colourful. Fashion designer, Cartellar nailed the after-party look with this vibrant piece made for celebrating into the night. This stunning strapless mini dress is an absolute work of art, covered in intricate floral embellishments that create a lush garden effect. Staying true to the colourful garden theme, Cover Girl Studio styled the hair in an elegant updo with romantic curls framing the face, adorned with…

I used to think becoming meant arriving, that one day, I’d wake up and suddenly feel like I had it all figured out. A stable career. A clear purpose. Maybe even that confidence people carry when they finally “make it.” But life has a funny way of teaching you that becoming isn’t a destination, it’s a journey that never really ends. For the longest time, I was in a constant rush to prove myself. I wanted my career to move fast, my name to be recognised, my work to speak so loudly that I wouldn’t have to explain who I…

Brendan Rodgers got the response he was looking for after criticising his Celtic players after their defeat at Dundee. Source link

Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention but affects thousands of Nigerian women every year. Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, is the leading cause of cervical cancer. The tricky part is that many people who have HPV show no symptoms at all, which is why awareness and prevention are so important. Now, here’s where it gets serious. While most HPV infections clear up on their own, about 10% of women with HPV infection on their cervix will develop long-lasting infections that put them at risk for cervical cancer. In Nigeria, cervical cancer is the second most common cancer…