Like a beautifully composed score, the celebrity styles spotted recently each delivered an unforgettable note. Rich crimson hues, sculpted silhouettes, oversized knits, and playful color stories shared the spotlight, proving that memorable dressing often emerges from unexpected combinations. From standout offerings at the 2026 Essence Festival of Culture to stage performances and high-profile appearances, these…
It has been reported that Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, has achieved remarkable success with his song Essence featuring Tems. The audio version has reached 100 million streams on YouTube, while the music video is approaching 200 million views. Essence was celebrated as the summer hit when it came out and continued to be…
Serving a déjà vu of her global namesake hit track with Wizkid, Naija’s star girl Tems covers the latest fashion issue of ESSENCE. The award-winning Nigerian singer-songwriter, who just completed her Born in The Wild tour, looks every bit stunning in a golden satin headwrap, her face flawlessly glammed with her signature facebeat — straight 90s…
Nigeria again asserted its dominance as a global cinematic powerhouse at the Essence Film Festival 2024. For the third consecutive year, Nollywood captured attention alongside major international film industry giants. The festival, held from July 5–7, 2024, featured a standout panel on July 6, curated by Toyosi Etim-Effiong, Founder and CEO of That Good Media….
Hey BellaNaijarians, The annual ESSENCE Festival just wrapped up, and it’s been all shades of excitement. Atlanta-based fashion blogger and influencer Monica Awe-Etuk, better known as Awed by Monica, a.k.a Awed by Moni, debuted at this year’s ESSENCE Fest in New Orleans. The fashion influencer served jaw-dropping outfits that perfectly blended chic and bold fashion styles,…
If you’re a fan of soulful, authentic music that bridges cultures and tells a profound story, then “Derayo” from the album Omonile, Son of the Soil* is a track you simply cannot miss. Composed and arranged by the talented Atanda, this song is a testament to the rich musical heritage of Lagos, Nigeria. The journey…
