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NINA DOBREV NAMED THE NEWEST BRAND PARTNER FOR DIOR BEAUTY

Nina Dobrev has been named the newest Brand Partner for Dior Beauty.

The 30-year-old actress chatted with Harper’s Bazaar about the partnership and dished on her favorite items in the brand.

“I always looked up to Dior. It felt so timeless and classy and elegant in every way,”

Nina says. “I think the Miss Dior scent is what I always associated with that grace and timelessness. That was probably the first product I recognized, purchased, and aspired to as a little girl.”

Some of her favorite items include the “999” Rouge Dior Ultra Care Lipstick, and Forever Foundation.

Nina also revealed what she’s looking forward to in the coming year.

“2019 was a whirlwind it had a lot of great moments and some tough moments and that’s all part of being a human,” she says. “I am looking forward to a fresh start and fresh slate, new year. I set some new intentions and start this partnership that I am super excited about with Dior and see what the future has in store.”

 

 

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SUSPECTED PORT HARCOURT SERIAL KILLER CHANGES PLEA TO ‘NOT GUILTY’

Suspected Port Harcourt ‘serial killer’, Gracious David West has changed his plea to ‘not guilty’ after confessing to luring his victims to hotels in Port Harcourt, drugging and murdering them.

In spite of the video released by the police in which he was seen confessing to the crimes, David West reversed the admission.

“The defendant had earlier pleaded guilty to the 9 count charge of murder but has decided to change his plea today,” prosecutor Chidi Ekeh said.

The suspected serial killer’s laywer, Vincent Chukwu backed his client on ‘change of plea’ while dismissing his confessions earlier as having “no legal effect”.

“The basis of this matter is the evidence. Let them (the prosecution) put their evidence before the court”, he told AFP.

It was further gathered that the second suspect arrested in connection to the killings, Nimi Thankgod also pleaded not guilty and was granted bail.

 

 

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QUEEN’S COLLEGE STUDENT WHO FIXED FAKE EYELASHES TO SCHOOL TO FACE PANEL

The Queen’s College student who was sent back home for wearing fake eyelashes and painting her nails on Tuesday November 19th, will be made to face a panel.

A source in the school who spoke with the Nation, said the school authorities would ensure the student faces a disciplinary panel for her inappropriate act. The student returned to school after their midterm break with painted nails and had fake lashes on which is against the school’s rule. She came to school accompanied by her mother.

A source in the school said;

“The girl was returning to school two weeks after the mid-term had ended. When the teachers saw her with eyelashes and painted nails, they asked her to kneel down. Her mother came in with her, sat down and listened but did not say anything. Someone heard her telling her daughter in Igbo that she should run away. But the girl refused. After the third time, the mother grabbed the girl’s bag and made to leave. The girl then called out, ‘Mummy where are you going?’

“When people realised that she was the girl’s mother, she quickly dragged the girl out. The security man did not did not know it was the girl’s mother dragging her out. In an attempt to ask why she was taking one of our students out, that was when she attacked the security man.

“The girl was even remorseful. She was asking the mother why she was disgracing her.

The woman came to drop the girl around 5am in the morning urging her to sneak into her class. But the girl did not sneak. She stood by the security gate till morning and presented herself to the school management. A man who claimed to be her father came to the school to apologise on her behalf but we found out that he is not her father.

She will face the disciplinary committee. Many people – including the state, are now interested in the case. So we are investigating”.

In a statement, the Caretaker Committee of the College’s PTA noted that the association was in support of the school management’s position on discipline.

The statement reads

“We condemn in totality the action of the parent. We stand by the management in enforcing discipline in the school. However, the Committee will invite both the parent and the student with a view to ameliorating the situation and preventing a repeat of similar occurrence. The lesson we need to take home on this is simply that Queen’s College will not tolerate violation of its well settled rules and regulations.”

 

 

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VICTORIA’S SECRET CANCELS ITS 2019 FASHION SHOW

The 2019 edition of Victoria’s Secret has been canceled for better branding and marketing strategies.

Victoria's Secret canceled its 2019 fashion show [Insider]

On Thursday, November 21, The parent company executives, L Brands decided not to go forward with the show.

The fashion show, which was launched in 1995 was once a major pop culture event, drawing millions of viewers each year. It had its lowest ratings ever last year, and also drew criticism on the gender focus, outdated style and its lack of diversity.

Victoria's Secret canceled its 2019 fashion show [CBS News]

The Chief Financial Officer, Stuart Burgdoerfer said in an interview,

“We think it’s important to evolve the marketing of Victoria’s Secret. It was a very important part of the brand-building of this business and was an important aspect of the brand and a remarkable marketing achievement.”

It was first speculated in May that Victoria’s Secret could be canceling its famous runway extravaganza.

In 2018, Victoria’s Secret made an effort to expand diversity on the runway by casting 19 models of color, including Winnie Harlow, the first model with vitiligo, to walk in the show.

 

 

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“I WAS A FEMINIST LONG BEFORE I KNEW WHAT THE WORD MEANT. I AM NOT GOING TO SHUT THE F* UP” -CHIMAMANDA ADICHIE

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has said she will not be silenced while advocating for gender equality.

The author said this on Wednesday, November 20, 2019, while receiving an award at the “Equality Now.”

She said: “I was a feminist long before I knew what the word meant. Not because I read books but because I observed the world around me and saw how women were treated. Sometimes it can feel very lonely trying to prove that sexism exists, that we haven’t achieved basic equality for women around the world. Tonight is an oomph that shows me that it truly matters.

She added: “I’m going to remember this night when people tell me to shut up. I’m not going to shut the fuck up!”

 

"I?m not going to shut the f*ck up" Chimamanda says about being an advocate for feminism

 

The international organization, Equality Now honored Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Scarlett Curtis at the annual Make Equality Reality Gala in New York City.

Equality Now Global Executive Director Yasmeen Hassan said at the event: “Changing laws and mindsets is only possible through persistent activism. Our honorees tonight, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Scarlett Curtis, use the written word to do just that.”

Curtis is the author of the bestseller Feminists Don’t Wear Pink and Other Lies, and is a vocal activist across feminist issues from period poverty to female genital mutilation (FGM).

 

"I?m not going to shut the f*ck up" Chimamanda says about being an advocate for feminism

 

Singer-songwriter Rhonda Ross, daughter of singer and producer Diana Ross, presented Adichie with her Equality Now award. Ross invited a group of guests to welcome Adichie on stage by reading an excerpt from her book We Should All Be Feminists.

"I?m not going to shut the f*ck up" Chimamanda says about being an advocate for feminism

 

In her speech, Adichie also said storytelling has an important role to play in achieving equality.

“We really need to start thinking about ways to make women’s stories familiar to men. Men need to read more women’s stories.”

 

"I?m not going to shut the f*ck up" Chimamanda says about being an advocate for feminism

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OMOTOLA JALADE-EKEINDE’S ENTERTAINMENT FAIR GETS YOUTUBE AND AGN SUPPORT

The Entertainment Fair and Festival, TEFFEST, which has Omotola as its convener is scheduled to hold on Friday, November 29, 2019.

The AGN President, Ejezie Emeka Rollas will join Ali Baba, Bisola Aiyeola and Craig Fenton of Google as speakers at the event.

Speaking on the event, the ‘Alter Ego’ star said,

“Our Vision is to show how all other industries service, improve, relate to, and can do business in/with entertainment eventually, creating one of the biggest business chains in the economy. We hope to help bring structure to the entertainment industry while collaborating with international partners to provide training, advice, network, and opportunities,” said the 2018 AMVCA Best Actress.

Omotola said further that the ulterior aim is to promote and showcase the businesses around African entertainment to the world as it creates a platform for world-class innovations around entertainment to come into Africa.

On why AGN is backing the fair and festival, Rollas says it is a welcome development that should be encouraged for the growth and sustainability of the industry. The AGN president said it’s more laudable that the fair and festival is the brainchild of one of Nollywod’s pride.

TEFFEST is coming on the heels of the African International Film Festival, AFRIFF, which held between November 10 and November 17, 2019.

 

 

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UKONWA OJO BECOMES THE SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF MAC COSMETICS!

After three years, Ojo will be leaving her role as Chief Marketing Officer for Coty Consumer Beauty where she had to oversee brands like Cover Girl and Sally Hansen.

She made the announcement on Instagram saying that she has always wanted to work with MAC Cosmetics.

When I was in business school (circa 2003), I wanted to switch from a 6-year career in Finance to Marketing/Brand Management. A very common question many companies asked in brand management interviews was… Interviewers: Can you give me an example of a brand you think is marketed well? Me: M.A.C Cosmetics

Ojo has previously worked with high-end brands including Clairol, Rimmel, Katy Perry Parfums, and Nautica.

In her post on Instagram, she expresses her gratitude to Cover Girl and Coty Consumer Beauty for “an amazing career a girl could dream of.”

She also thanks MAC for bringing her on board.

To my M.A.C family, thank you for welcoming me so warmly. ME LOVE YOU LONG TIME!!!

See her Instagram post below:

Photo credit: @ukonwaojo

 

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#RUBYGIRLS| “IN FIVE YEARS TIME, I SEE MYSELF BECOMING THE WOMAN I HAVE ALWAYS DREAMT OF” -ADEBANJO ADERINSOLA ABIBAT

Adebanjo Aderinsola Abibat, a versatile young woman and entrepreneur is a graduate of Performing Arts, Olabisi Onabanjo University, (OOU). She is an indigene of Ogun State.

She is a hair stylist, a fashion designer, make up artist (including special effect) and an actor. She is also the CEO of Black doll and Rinsola Aesthetics and the Co-Founder of Costume Sisters.

Aderinsola shares her ‘Ruby Girl’ story in this interview.

 

MEET ME

My name is Adebanjo Aderinsola Abibat, popularly known as Rinsola. I am a graduate of Performing Arts, Olabisi Onabanjo University OOU. I am from Ogun State.

I’m an hair stylist, a fashion designer, make up artist (including special effect) and an actor. I am the CEO of Black doll and Rinsola Aesthetics and the Co-Founder of Costume Sisters.

HOBBIES

I am a freak when it comes to applying makeup and taking pictures. I also love dancing, drawing and standing in front of camera, either acting or making my short videos.

INSPIRATION

I am mostly inspired by my Milieu, especially when I have to express myself through drawing. I draw what I see, and I also do this sometimes when it comes to making a creative outfit. Social media is another source of my inspiration. When I see people’s work, I get motivated to do more than ever someone else has done, plus it’s a constant reminder not to relent and also improve to be the best. Hakeem Effects (Onilogbo Hakeem) inspires me more on the area of special effects or makeup fantasy.

 

ONE ACCESSORY I CAN’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT

Earrings

BALANCING IT ALL…

Everything in life has its own season or time. Especially when it comes to hair and sewing. There are times when I get jobs for make up only or sewing e.t.c. So far, I haven’t been in a situation where I have to do all at the same time. It’s either two or three at most.

I remembered a situation where I had to dance, act, and was also the costumier and makeup artist for that production. It was actually stressful, but I was able to pull through because it was something I really enjoyed doing. I have passion for these things and also derive happiness from doing them.

BEST QUOTE

Make hay while the sun shine.

 

ONE THING I WILL LIKE TO CHANGE ABOUT ME

Low self esteem especially when it comes to competition or public speaking.

WHAT KEEPS ME UP AT NIGHT

Social media. I love feeding my eyes with things that are trending, especially things that have to do with fashion.

MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE ON STAGE AS A THEATRE ARTS STUDENT…

My induction ( initiation to Theater Arts). Walking around the school bare footed with palm front in my mouth alongside my course mates and dancing on stage with public figures including the likes of Abbey Lanre, Yinka Quadri, Jide Kosoko, Shola Kosoko, Faithia Balogun, Toyosi Adesanya, and Victor Olaotan who was the chief priest of the occasion.

 

IF GIVEN THE CHANCE TO BE THE PRESIDENT FOR A DAY…

I would change the economy. It is one of the biggest problem that Nigeria is currently facing. The rate of buying and selling has drastically increased and is negatively affecting the citizens. Inflation in prices of goods and services is rising and our currency is depreciating. Income earned by workers can no longer sustain them, which is a threat in the lives of many people.

UPBRINGING

My upbringing didn’t prepare me for all that I am today. Maybe I would have been better than this if that was the case but I thank God for where I am today.

 

MY BRAND IN THE NEXT 5 YEARS

I see myself becoming the woman I have always dreamt of. A successful entrepreneur and a public figure.

 

WORDS OF ADVICE FOR GIRLS YOUNGER THAN ME

No matter how bad your background is, how broke you are, where you are today or what anyone else says about you, your life and your future matters. Hard work is the younger brother to miracle, put in effort and hard work in whatever you do, just be yourself and never follow anyone else path and the sky will be your starting point.

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JAY Z AND BEYONCE’S DAUGHTER, BLUE IVY WINS SONGWRITING AWARD

Blue Ivy bagged the Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award at Sunday’s Soul Train Awards for co-writing her mother’s hit Brown skin girl, a song celebrating dark- and brown-skinned women.

Blue Ivy gives a vocal performance that opens and closes the song, which also features Wizkid and Saint Jhn.

The Carters were not at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas to accept the honour named after the legendary Motown songwriting duo Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson.

Blue Ivy shares the win with Beyonce, Jay-Z, St Jhn and several other co- writers.

This week could get even better for Blue Ivy.

 

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MODEL SLICK WOODS REVEALS SHE HAS STAGE 3 MELANOMA CANCER

Slick Woods, the model who trended when she walked the runway for Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty fashion show while in labour (read here), shocked her fans when she took to Instagram to reveal she’s undergoing chemotherapy.

She has now revealed that she has stage 3 Melanoma cancer. She told TheShadeRoom that the cancer is spreading and she’s currently fighting for her life.

 

Model Slick Woods reveals she has stage 3 Melanoma cancer

 

Celebrities and Slick’s fans have been sending in messages of support.

 

Model Slick Woods reveals she has stage 3 Melanoma cancer

 

She also took to Instagram to write: “Stop treating me like a victim.”

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