Lekki Tollgate Shooting: 5 Nigerians Recall the Night That Changed Everything
On October 20, 2020, young Nigerians were in the streets demanding an end to police brutality and the rogue Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). That Tuesday, after Lagos declared an abrupt 24-hour curfew, security forces arrived at the Lekki…
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12 Halloween Movies for Your Watchlist: Horror Classics and Black-Led Favorites
Halloween viewing comes with its own rituals: the lights down low, a blanket within reach, and the familiar debate over which film to start with. This year's strongest watchlist balances the stories everyone knows with the ones too often…
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Angel Reese Makes WNBA Finals History as Atlanta Dream Beat Golden State to Tie Series
Angel Reese turned in a historic performance in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, scoring 30 points and pulling down 16 rebounds to lead the Atlanta Dream past the Golden State Valkyries 79-65 on Monday night, October 19. The victory evened the…
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Off-White HEAVY DUTY Watch: A Bold Statement in Shape and Scale
A watch can tell time, signal status, or serve as the one accessory that gives an outfit its identity. Off-White’s HEAVY DUTY watch is firmly concerned with the third. Its octagonal stainless steel case, oversized three-dimensional arrows,…
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Sophie Okonedo’s Clarissa Press Tour Looks: Dior, Prada and More
Sophie Okonedo has long been a red-carpet name to watch, and her press tour for Clarissa has only reinforced that reputation. The Academy Award nominee has a talent for choosing looks that feel quietly dramatic, and her recent appearances…
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6 Nigerians Reveal the Most Shocking Things They’ve Overheard at Work
Meetings, spreadsheets and social media metrics are the usual soundtrack of office life. But in Nigeria, workplace conversations can take turns that few would expect. From a finance officer making crude comparisons about his wife to a…
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He’s Never Dated but Has Slept With 40 People: A Story of Loss, Casual Sex and Celibacy
Daniel* is 26 and has never been in a relationship. He has, however, slept with around 40 people. In this installment of On the Streets, a Zikoko series exploring the chaos of modern dating, Daniel reflects on how the death of the first…
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Odio Oseni’s Vision: 12 Lessons in Building a Fashion House That Lasts
For three decades, Odio Oseni has built a fashion house around a clear vision of African women, cultural identity and contemporary luxury. Now, as Odio Mimonet unveils a new brand identity inspired by Nigerian architecture, her journey…
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7 Bomber Jackets for Women That Make Everyday Dressing More Interesting
Some jackets earn their place in a wardrobe through sheer versatility, while others become the piece that makes an otherwise simple outfit worth a second look. Bomber jackets for women sit comfortably in both camps, offering the ease of a…
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Jalen Hurts Out for 2026 NFL Season After Blood Clots Found in Both Lungs
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season after doctors discovered multiple blood clots in his lungs, according to reports from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and ESPN’s Adam Schefter.…
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