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Battle Lines Have Been Drawn – Hennessy Artistry Nigeria 2009 holds 1st rounds @ Saipan & Volar

Battle Lines Have Been Drawn – Hennessy Artistry Nigeria 2009 holds 1st rounds @ Saipan & Volar

Monday, September 14th, 2009

We’ve been buzzing about Hennessy Artistry… all month long and we’ll keep doing this until the big finale on the 25th of September 2009. Last week, we introduced you to the artists and producers – gave you insight into their

15 Questions, 10 Million Naira! Chimuanya ‘Aroma’ Ufodike slays ‘Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’

15 Questions, 10 Million Naira! Chimuanya ‘Aroma’ Ufodike slays ‘Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’

Monday, September 14th, 2009

It started off like any other episode of  MTN’s ‘Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Nigeria’, the host Frank Edoho… introduced the show – people were seated for the ‘Fastest Finger First’ segment where would-be contestants have to answer a

On the verge of stardom, Waje releases ‘Kolo’

On the verge of stardom, Waje releases ‘Kolo’

Monday, September 14th, 2009

You might not know the name but you have definitely heard the voice – Waje… was the female vocalist featured on P-Square’s megahit ‘Do Me’ – now she is ready and poised to seize the limelight on her own terms.

Rhapsody of Art & Colour: Tiffany Amber Spring/Summer 2010 @ ARISE Promise

Rhapsody of Art & Colour: Tiffany Amber Spring/Summer 2010 @ ARISE Promise

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

Of all the designers that showed their collections as part of the ARISE Promise of Africa Collective at the New York Fashion Week, Tiffany Amber… can be considered as the most accomplished – having been in the business for over

AfroChic in the City: Jewel by Lisa Spring/Summer 2010 @ ARISE Promise

AfroChic in the City: Jewel by Lisa Spring/Summer 2010 @ ARISE Promise

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

Oh Lisa! Jewel by Lisa is the modern chic Nigerian girl’s fairytale. There is just something about JBL pieces that we can infinitely relate to. Well, ladies, after the collection which Jewel by Lisa showed at the ARISE Promise of …

Cultural Intimacy Explored: David Tlale Spring/Summer 2010 @ ARISE Promise

Cultural Intimacy Explored: David Tlale Spring/Summer 2010 @ ARISE Promise

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

South Africa’s David Tlale dubbed his collection ‘Cultural Intimacy’ and on the ARISE Promise of Africa Collective… runway, we could see why. The palette for the collection was rich earthy colours and neutrals – these were an excellent base for

Behold the Queen of Madagascar: Eric Raisina Spring/Summer 2010 @ ARISE Promise

Behold the Queen of Madagascar: Eric Raisina Spring/Summer 2010 @ ARISE Promise

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

We can call Eric Raisina the wildcard among the ARISE Promise of Africa Collective…, a rising designer who had his first major international showing at the Johannesburg ARISE Fashion Week earlier this year. Eric Raisina’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection at

ARISE: African Promise Collective – The Rundown

ARISE: African Promise Collective – The Rundown

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

Louisa Kinoshi, International Scene Editor and Cornelia O’Dwyer, BN New York Correspondent were at the African Promise Collective and spoke to the designers, models and celebrities.
Here is the detailed scoop from the African Fashion Collective by Louisa…

Celeb Read: Funmi Iyanda

Celeb Read: Funmi Iyanda

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

Some months ago, I …was reading through a popular Nigerian magazine, it was an interview with a very popular musician and he was asked what books he reads. His response was simple, he hardly reads books and gets all he

ARISE Africa Promise Collective Preview

ARISE Africa Promise Collective Preview

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

The Africa Promise Collective at New York Fashion Week was awesome again this season. BN will be bringing you a full run down in a few hours. From designers to celebrities, we have the scoop on Folake Coker (Tiffany Amber),…