Get a Sneak Peek at Who's on Our Discovery Issue 🀍


Riddle us this, Reader πŸ‘€

What costs nothing but is worth everything, weighs nothing but lasts a lifetime, and can’t be owned, but can be shared?

Love. The answer is love.

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For our Discovery Issue, we're here to remind us all that love is the most important thing in the world, and we are all deserving of it, no matter what.

This love for our communities and humanity has birthed our Discovery Issue, and we cannot wait to unveil its cover to you!

But first, let's get a few things out of the way...


2024: The Year of Winning Women​
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2024 has been a year of remarkable achievements for Nigerian women. Nigerian women have been making waves from the music scene to business and love.

Let's celebrate their successes again! πŸŽ‰

An Icon in Business

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Chief Executive Officer of the EbonyLife Group, Mosunmola Abudu aka Mo Abudu, was recognised as the 2024 Businesswoman of the Year at the prestigious Forbes Africa Woman Awards for making a significant impact in the media industry and we stan a power woman in business.

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Funke Sets Standards

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2024 started with a major win for actor and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, as she hit #1 billion Naira at the box office for her movie β€œA Tribe Called Judah,” a feat never done before!

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Say Hello to the Fastest Woman in the World!

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In sports, we saw Tobi Amusan become the first Nigerian World Champion and World Record Holder after running 100-metre hurdles in 12.12, seconds securing her ticket to the 2024 Paris Olympics!

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Tems the Billboard Queen

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All year long, we've witnessed major wins for Nigerian female artists including our very own Tems, who was honoured with the prestigious Breakthrough Award at the 2024 Billboard Women in Music Awards!

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We've Caught The Wedding Bug

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We cannot forget about the weddings! Nigerian women are indeed winning in love and we are here for it.

From Veekee James to Chioma and Sharon Ooja Nwoke, we were in awe of these women's gorgeous wedding ensembles, and look forward to more weddings this half of the year.

Nigerian women are doing exploits and breaking barriers in every fix and we cannot wait to see what the remaining half of the year has in store for us!

Written by: Oyindamola Adebiyi​


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Meet the African tastemakers putting local cuisine on the map

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Set every mood imaginable with these tantalising perfumes

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EXCLUSIVE: Step Into Yourself With These #DiscoveryIssue Affirmations! 🌞🧘🏼

Affirmations are especially vital, as they can counteract societal biases and internalised negativity, promoting a sense of worth and belonging.

Embracing affirmations helps to build resilience and empowers individuals to embrace their true selves with pride.

Ready to uplift your spirit?


Let's Get You Beyond These Common Beauty Blunders

We’ve all made beauty mistakes... but here's the good news! Most of them are easy to correct once you know what to look out for!

With a few adjustments, you can turn things around and maintain a flawless beauty routine.

We've put together a few beauty blunders and how to fix them:

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  1. Over-washing Your Face: Did you know you could be washing your face too often? Doing so can strip your skin of natural oils, leading to dry, poorly textured skin. Fix it by cleansing only twice daily with a gentle cleanser.
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  2. Skipping Sunscreen: We don't care if you can't see the sun! Use your sunscreen! Forgetting SPF can lead to premature ageing and sun damage. Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen, even on cloudy days.
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  3. Applying Too Much Foundation: Thank God we've moved on from 'cakey' foundation! Using too much can make your skin look heavy, and can be a nightmare when washing off. Use a light hand and blend well for a natural finish.
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  4. Neglecting Your neck and Chest: These areas need love too! Apply skincare products and sunscreen to your neck and chest to keep them looking youthful.

You are now armed with proper beauty knowledge!

Here's to skipping those beauty blunders and rocking your radiant self-care routine πŸ’‹

Written by: Oshorena Ogwanighie​


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These sexual fantasies that deserve a place on your bucket list

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Let's help you demystify Kayanmata with true Northern wisdom

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Our Discovery Issue is here!

In this issue, we celebrate the communities, places, and people we are opportune to love. We invite you to join us as we discover more about our humanity, and the world around us!

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