Author: Prudence Makoge
It was sun, style, and science at Sol Beach as Beiersdorf, makers of NIVEA, turned up with the launch of the new Nivea UV Face Sunscreen in Lagos. Set against a picture-perfect Atlantic sunset, the summer-themed experience was more than just a fun Sunday by the water; it was a timely call to rethink how we care for our melanin-rich skin as Africans in a climate that rarely takes a break from UV exposure. From the start, the event struck a balance between beachside beauty and skin education. With many skincare enthusiasts, media tastemakers, health experts, and sun-care advocates gathered…
Kagiso Rabada took five wickets for 51 runs to help dismiss Australia for just 212 while fellow opening bowler Marco Jansen claimed 3-49 as South Africa bowled well on the first day of the World Test Championship final at Lord’s in London. But Mitchell Starc (7-3-10-2) struck early in South Africa’s reply and with Josh Hazlewood (1-10) and captain Pat Cummins (1-14) also claiming wickets the underdog Proteas stumbled to 43-4 by the close of a dramatic day. “I think we’re in a good spot. We’ve probably had a few missed opportunities with the bat to try and get a…
While Northamptonshire have a 100% winning record in the T20 Blast, Derbyshire suffered a fifth defeat in five games as they were beaten by 16 runs at Durham.Ollie Robinson’s T20-best 70 from 46 balls, sharing an 84-run partnership with Colin Ackermann (33), helped the home side reach 168-6 at Chester-le-Street.The Falcons reply was given a rapid start by Aneurin Donald and Caleb Jewell as they raced to 30 inside the opening three overs but when Donald was dismissed for 15 the visitors lost wickets at regular intervals.Jewell’s 33 and Wayne Madsen with 37 kept Derbyshire’s hopes alive but a three-wicket…
Photo Credit: Wizkid/Instagram After premiering his documentary “Wizkid: Long Live Lagos” at the Tribeca Film Festival, Wizkid stepped out for the 18th annual Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner, hosted by Chanel. The night was all about lights, cameras and, of course, a little Chanel flair. Held in honour of the artists who created original works for this year’s festival award-winning filmmakers, the dinner drew in a star-studded crowd—including Blake Lively, Robert De Niro, Whitney Peak, Jon Hamm, Anna Osceola, and Wizkid himself. His documentary offers a close-up look at the journey that’s taken him from the streets of Lagos to some…
“Winning on the gsport stage was an honour and privilege but the impact was even greater” – Shamila Sulayman has graced the gsport Awards stage and speaks to what that type of recognition means not just to her but to all those involved. She walked away with the Volunteer of the Year award in 2022, a passion that is very close to her heart. Sulayman says the accolade showed her the #PowerOfRecognition in action. “Having won the gsport Volunteer of the Year Award in 2022 was an absolute honour and privilege.” “The experience was nothing short of magical, but the…
Chude Jideonwo turned 40 with two gatherings that reflected different sides of his journey. One took place in Lagos and the other in Mauritius. Both were deeply personal in their own way. In Lagos, what began as a quiet plan quickly changed. Former team members, people he had worked with over the past two decades, came together to organise a surprise celebration. Without him knowing, they handled everything from the guest list and venue to the food and performances. “I’ve never heard of ex-staff organising a party for their ex-boss,” Jideonwo said. “Current staff, maybe, but not ex-staff. That’s exactly…
Loose forward Marcell Coetzee says the Vodacom Bulls take valuable lessons from two previous URC final defeats into Saturday’s Dublin decider. The Bulls lost 18-13 to the Stormers at Cape Town Stadium in the inaugural 2021-22 season and 21-16 to Glasgow at a sold-out Loftus last season. This time, coach Jake White’s men face table-topping Leinster at Croke Park hoping for a case of third-time lucky. “In that first final [against the Stormers], we scored off the back [of a lineout maul] after two minutes, so we had a good start and a good first half,” Coetzee said in a…
Managing Director, Purepay at Interswitch Group, Akeem Lawal; Group Head, Business & Digital Services, Providus Bank, Elliott Sangoleye; Country Manager & Area Business Head, West Africa, Mastercard, Dr. Folasade Femi-Lawal; Ex-Super Eagles Player, Joseph Yobo; and Chairman, Committee of e-Business Industry Heads (CeBIH), Ajibade Laolu-Adewale, at the Mastercard UEFA Finals Live Viewing Event in Lagos on Saturday, May 31, 2025 On May 31, Lagos buzzed with excitement as Mastercard gave football fans, culture lovers, and corporate leaders a night to remember, hosting an unforgettable live viewing of the UEFA Champions League Final between Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan at the…
Orlando Pirates are on the verge of adding several stars to their already talented squad, boasting playmakers from Relebohile Mofokeng to Patrick Maswanganyi. According to reports, the Soweto giants will need to pay R15 million for teenage target Prince Ndlovu. “Highlanders FC value Prince (Ndlovu) and that’s why they are pricing him at around R15million,” a source revealed. “For now this price is believed to be directed at South African team Orlando Pirates because apparently they are the ones who have enquired about his services. Highlanders believe it’s a fair price looking at his talent, quality and future ahead of…
Every love story has a beginning. For Ruth and Ijuptil, their journey began by working together in the same organisation. They went from always being on opposite sides during heated debates to becoming car buddies… and now soulmates! Through it all, their friendship blossomed into something so special. And now, here they are, taking on forever together, one sweet step at a time! Their pre-wedding shoot is so stunning and rich with culture. They look perfect together, and we are excited for them as they embark on this beautiful journey of love. Enjoy their pre-wedding shoot and love story below: How we…