Business, Fashion, Management, Style

The Nigerian Fashion Renaissance: Brands Redefining Style on a Global Stage

By Uloma Eze Nigeria’s fashion scene is experiencing an undeniable renaissance, seamlessly blending traditional heritage with cutting-edge contemporary designs. In a country where fashion is more than just clothing—it’s an identity, a statement, and a cultural revolution—homegrown designers are breaking boundaries and setting global trends. Here’s a look at some of the powerhouse brands shaping …

Management, Plans, Tech

How to Begin Healing After Sexual Assault as a Young Girl in Nigeria

By Uloma Eze Healing is not linear. It does not happen overnight, and it certainly does not follow a perfect, straight path. As a young girl living in Nigeria, where conversations around sexual assault are often hushed and survival stories are met with doubt or shame, the journey to reclaiming yourself can feel isolating. But …

GenZ, Management, Style

How to Build Unstoppable Self-Esteem as a Young Nigerian Girl

By Uloma Eze Lagos is loud. The streets buzz with everything from danfo horns to the latest Afrobeats hit blasting from a roadside shop. Social media is even louder—perfect bodies, luxury lifestyles, and TikTok queens with flawless confidence. But what if you don’t feel like you fit into this perfectly curated world? What if, deep …

Trends

USAID’s Latest Move Sparks Concerns

In a surprise move, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced that it would be placing all direct hire personnel on administrative leave globally, starting February 7, 2025. This decision affects all personnel, except those responsible for mission-critical functions, core leadership, and specially designated programs. The agency also plans to begin moving international …

Business, Management, Tech

How Alphabet’s Earnings Will Spark a Tech Revolution!

As Alphabet Inc.’s recent earnings report dropped, a jaw-dropping figure stole the show: $350 billion in revenue for 2024, representing a 14% year-over-year increase. This impressive growth warrants a closer examination, particularly in the context of Africa’s burgeoning digital economy. Delving into the numbers, Google Cloud’s revenue surge of 30% year-over-year to $12 billion in …

Business, Management, Trends

Love and Business: The Art of Balancing Passion and Profit

In the grand tapestry of life, two threads weave through every human experience with undeniable force: love and business. One is often associated with the heart, the other with the mind. One is driven by emotion, the other by logic. Yet, when we look closer, we find that these two seemingly opposing forces are deeply …

Tech

Tired of Payment Delays? How Raenest Is Solving a Major Problem for African Freelancers

Watching my friend Chika withdraw her money from an ATM for the first time as a freelancer gave me so much joy. She had been struggling for months, chasing after delayed payments from international clients, dealing with ridiculous bank fees, and feeling like all her hard work wasn’t paying off—literally. I remember how she would …

Business, Management

How to Start a Profitable Tomato Powder Business in Nigeria

Guys, I’ve got gist for you! Do you know you can actually start a tomato powder business and make cool cash? Okay, grab your popcorn, relax on your chair, and let me gist you. So, I was in Jos last week—ohhh, I didn’t feel like coming back! Fresh tomatoes were everywhere, so red, so juicy, …

GenZ, Style, Trends

The Nigerian BBL Boom: The Rise of Curves, Confidence, and Controversy

Once a hush-hush topic reserved for whispered conversations, the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) revolution has taken Nigeria by storm. From Lagos to Abuja, more women are turning to cosmetic surgery to achieve the coveted hourglass figure—one that commands attention, exudes confidence, and, let’s be honest, sets social media ablaze. But beyond the snatched waists and …