Category: Life
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Fine Girl: A Dark Comic Thriller That Hits Close to Home
Between smartphones having ultrazoom cameras nd viral content, the boundaries of privacy blur with every swipe and share, Fine Girl delivers a sharp, unsettling punch. A dark comedy-thriller from writer-director Fatimah Binta Gimsay, the short film explores consent, boundaries, and the fantasy of female rage in just about 12 minutes. We sat down with Gimsay…
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HERtitude 2025: Hot Babes, It’s Time to Show Up and Show Out!
HERtitude is back, and this time, Zikoko bringing all the heat with Retro Glam. For the fourth edition of Zikoko’s iconic women-only event,we’re calling on women of all generations to come dressed as their sexiest, boldest,and most confident selves—because this is HER moment. If you’re wondering, what’s Retro Glam? Think 70s, 80s, 90s and Y2K.…
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Meet the Ladies of Red Circle
Directed by Akay Mason (Elevator Baby, Superstar), written by Abdul Tijani-Ahmed (Brotherhood, Skinny Girl In Transit) and produced by Awolowo and Tijani-Ahmed, Red Circle features a powerhouse cast, including Bukky Wright, Timini Egbuson, Tobi Bakre, Lateef Adedimeji, Femi Branch, Omowunmi Dada, Mike Afolarin, Ruggedman, Debo Macaroni, and more.
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Rixel Studios Announces Global Theatrical Release Date For Red Circle
Red Circle, the highly anticipated Nollywood crime thriller, is set for a global theatrical release, starting with cinemas nationwide on June 6, 2025. Produced by Rixel Studios, the film brings together an ensemble of Nollywood’s finest cast and crew. It delivers a gripping narrative that blends suspense, action, and an unfiltered look at power and…
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Economic Power vs. Empowerment: The Boggling Limitations Nigerian Women Still Face Beyond Earning
Nigerian women have made significant strides in various sectors, particularly in regard to economic participation. The world has seen this in the rising number of successful female entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders in their respective fields. Yet, in spite of their buoyancy in the workforce and the undeniable ability to generate income, true economic power in…
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Economic Power, Not Just Empowerment: The #HerMoneyHerPower Campaign Reimagines Equality for Nigerian Women
The #HerMoneyHerPower campaign is a groundbreaking initiative championing women’s economic power in Nigeria, born from a unique partnership between The She Tank and BellaNaija. Led by Blessing Omakwu, a prominent gender equality advocate, The She Tank is a think tank dedicated to advancing gender equality for women of African descent. Teaming up with BellaNaija—a media…
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When ‘Jokes’ Turn Deadly: How Viral Misogyny About Women’s Health Fuels Real-World Violence
“If you see any girl jump from being so slim to getting so fat in a space of 2-4 years, 9 times out of 10, she had an ab0rt!0n(s).” This tweet by Nigerian celebrity Neo, who has over 40,000 followers, has amassed 6.6 million views. What’s even more disturbing than the tweet itself is the…
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Nneka’s Love for Lee Min Ho Got Her a Job With the Korean Government
Meet Esther Nneka Nnanna, a Lagos-based polyglot who transformed her passion for Korean pop culture into a successful career as a professional translator and research analyst for a Korean government agency.
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Misogynistic Bonds: The False Superiority of Male Friendships
Societal narratives perpetuate harmful stereotypes about both male and female bonds. Through personal reflections and poignant examples, this essay questions structures that undermine women’s friendships.
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The Shame That Binds Us
In Nigeria, women’s health issues often come with a heavy burden of stigma and silence. From the awkward glances at the mention of menstrual pain to the dismissive attitudes toward real medical concerns, there’s a deep-seated expectation for women to endure without complaint. Drawing from my personal experiences, alongside interviews with other women, this essay…