Category: Life and Style

By Kehinde Oluleye

Talented, pretty and super-smart, this week’s celebrities are some of the brightest stars in the entertainment firmament.

They are leaders, influencers and determiners of fashion and fads and they have millions of adoring fanatical followers who are always on the lookout for the things that they say or wear.

So, this week, we shall be focussing on fashion and fad trendsetters. We bring you the most stylish and dapper celebrity artistes who command large followings and who rock their garbs both on and off the stage.

They are the ones who constantly appear dapper and well put together as they strut the stage or walk down the red carpets.

These dandy, supper artiste are not just at the top in their fields as celebrity artistes, but also the best dressed around.

Their life is a rollercoaster of red carpet events and formal and informal photo shoots. They are the celebs to watch out for in the next 12 months.

 

Wizkid

This talented singer, songwriter and performer’s outfits are usually snappy, trendy and unique. It appears as if Wiz likes to keep his style snappy, faddish and contemporary in order to keep his millions of fans hooked and happy.

Of course, the superstar is better known for his chart-bursting hits than for his hip outfits but on the red carpet, Wizkid combines his hipster dress sense with huge doses of swags and this combination gives him a power personality that completes his unique blend.

He’s definitely a guy who knows how to combine well.

 

Burna Boy

Nigerian Afro singer, songwriter and rave of the moment, Burna Boy, has come a long way since

he came to be known with his simple but stylish unforgettable garbs.

Burna likes to project an African power image. His dressing projects his ‘Africanness’ at all times.

 

Banky W

Nigerian artist, actor and politician, Olubankole Wellington, aka Banky W, is the big boss at the Empire Mates Entertainment (EME).

Popularly called Banky, who used to be best known for his hits and roles in the music industry, now has a successful acting career.

The trendsetter with a cute iconic beard has an impeccably classy dress sense. He is the epitome of sharp sophistication.

 

Tiwa Savage

Who wouldn’t know Tiwa? Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress,  known professionally as Tiwa Savage, is an extremely hardworking and highly talented music superstar.

She’s everything rolled into one: she’s an actress, rapper, singer, artist and songwriter.  Gorgeous and smart, some describe her as the most beautiful singer in Nigeria.

 

D’Banj

Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo, known by his stage name D’banj, is a Nigerian musician, singer, songwriter, rapper, record owner and entrepreneur.

Dbanj has everything in his favour- good looks, gorgeous body and a winsome smile. Dbanj looks as comfortable in an Armani suit as he does in fitted jeans and on sweater.

While performing, you are likely to see him strutting around the stage wearing designer sneakers and jeans but not a shirt.

But off the stage, DBanj is always very well-dressed in the best of solid designer wears that money can buy. He prefers classy bespoke wear that plays to his strength.

 

Falz

Grey beard and moustache have never looked so elegant and sharp, thanks to Falz’s new looks.

When it comes to dressing well, Folarin Falana, better known by his stage name Falz, a Nigerian rapper, songwriter and actor, is a master on and off the red carpet.

He is super-talented and brings this to bear on his personal branding efforts.

 

Lynxx

‘Fine lady’ crooner Chukie Edozien is a Nigerian rapper whose stage name is Lynxx.

The blazer jacket-obsessed singer-rapper is one of our favourites; looking as sharp in blazers, casuals and swell shirts as he does in a tie-optional black suit.

 

 

 

Omawuni

Omawumi Megbele, known by her stage name Omawumi, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress. Self-confident and assured, she maintains an air of sophisticated elegance.

 

 

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Tekno

Nigerian musician, producer, performer and dancer, Augustine Miles Kelechi, popularly known by his stage name Tekno, surely has a good taste for clothes. Whether he’s wearing track zip-ups or calf-long capris, he always knows how to push the envelope.

 

 

 

 

Don Jazzy

Michael Collins Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian record producer, singer, songwriter and entrepreneur.

Don Jazzy has made his miniature moustache and beard part of his signature looks. Humble and easy-going, Don Jazzy always looks impeccable.

 

Chidinma

Sultry singer, Chindima is still doing her thing despite not giving us a hit in recent times.

One time winner of Project Fame and an established artiste, the gorgeously pretty and very well talented singer has a penchant for well-tailored and structured silhouettes and she has a good handle on mixing high and moderate fashion items.

 

2Face

Innocent Idibia, fondly called 2Baba or 2Face, is a Nigerian pop icon. Innocent Idibia, when not dressed in suits or natives, no matter, he looks good nearly all the time.

 

 

Seyi Shayi

Talented singer, songwriter and actress, Seyi’s style is equally powerful, consisting of form-fitting dresses with dramatic detailing.

 

 

 

Timaya

Inetimi Timaya Odon, better known by his stage name Timaya, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He is the founder of DM Records Limited.

He’s not only nicely handsome and charming; he’s also an incredibly talented artist and sharp dresser.

The “I can’t kill myself o” crooner fashion sense has evolved from a swell-shirt rocker to a refined sophisticated look.

 

Olamide

Nigerian hip hop recording artist, song writer and producer, Olamide Adedeji , known by his stage name Olamide, but popularly called Olamide Baddo or BaddoSneh, has always looked dapper.

 

 

 

Waje

Singer, philanthropist and mother of one, Waje, is one lady who is gorgeous inside out. She has one of the best voices around and she well known for rocking elaborate outfits.

 

 

Kizz Daniel

From his denim and leather jacket gear to his skinny suits; Kizz has been one of the most stylish men in pop for nearly one decade.

 

 

 

Bisola Aiyeola

Reality TV star, actress and singer, Bisola was the first runner up of Big Brother Naija and won the AMVCA Trailblazer Award at the 2018 Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards. She has great style, coupled with a personality that keeps her fan base growing by the day.

 

 

Davido

No artiste has aged with more dignity and style than the ‘Omo Baba Olowo’ crooner, David Adedeji Adeleke, better known by his stage name,Davido. He’s a Nigerian singer, songwriter, record producer and entrepreneur.

 

 

 

 

Niniola

Niniola Apata, professionally known as Niniola, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. She’s well- known for her rocker chic look.

 

 

 

Yemi Alade

Sexy, smart and highly talented, Yemi Alade is a fearless fashionista, known for her Afrocentric style and bold bodysuits. She likes to experiment a great deal.

 

 

 

 

Phyno

Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike, popularly known as Phyno, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer. He’s a classic man who seems to know very well what fits him and what does not.

By Kehinde OLULEYE

 

What is the thing that is common to the real estate mogul, Sir Olu Okeowo, the founder of FCMB Group and Olori Omo-oba of Ijebuland, Otunba subomi Balogun; Prince Bolu Akin- Olugbade, Pastor Chris Okotie and Senator Dino Melaye? Fame? Yes, but what again? Exotic toys!

Some extremely wealthy people splash their cash on clothes, others on and jewelry and accessories. Others yet will splurge on cars, choice wines and private jets. But this week’s celebrities are cut from a different cloth, their playthings are very expensive automobiles which some call wonders on wheels.

Nigeria is home to several expensive mobile toys such as Toyota’s high-end Lexus and Prado jeeps, Range Rovers and G-Wagons, and the most expensive Mercedes Benz and BMWs.

But for this week’s well-heeled gentlemen and ladies, a car is not just a mode of transportation but also a piece of art to be treasured for many years. Some of these cars are difficult to buy even if you have the means.

Take for example, the Ferrari Pininfarina Sergio, this luxury supercar is being  sold only to a list of selective clients specially chosen by Ferrari Company.

And the most expensive cars always come in limited editions. As a rule, auto brands make very limited series of cars (less than 10) with exclusive options. This week, we shall showcase the cars that these super-rich Nigerians like to drive.

 

Otunba Subomi Balogun

Foremost banker and philanthropist, who founded First City Merchant Bank, a bank that later became the FCMB financial services group, Chief Michael Olasubomi  Balogun, has no fewer than 11 bespoke Rolls Royce cars in his garage. He’s one of few silent Nigerian billionaires who love to spend big on luxury cars.

 

Pastor Chris Okotie

From music stage to the pulpit, Pastor Kris is no stranger to glitz and glamour; he’s among the list of celebrity pastors in Nigeria, who drive the best state-of-the art cars. The pastor of the Household of God Church is one of the Rolls Royce devotees in Nigeria. He is among the wealthy Nigerians who don’t make noise about their super expensive lifestyles.

 

Prince Bolu Akin-Olugbade

The Aare Onakakanfo of Egbaland and stupendously wealthy businessman, Prince Bolu Akin-Olugbade is one man who  loves with exclusive automobiles. He bought his first Rolls Royce in 1984 and since then, he has been adding more to his fleet of cars. Report has it that the Rolls-Royce-loving dude  has about 10 in his fleet. The list  includes the 2019 model- sparkling Rolls Royce Cullinan, which he took delivery of in March, this year at the residence of the Deputy British High Commissioner to Nigeria at Queens Drive, Ikoyi, Lagos, in the presence of top executives of Rolls Royce Motors in England and South Africa, being the first to be made for Africa. The Egba-born prince is one super rich man with taste.

 

Sir Olu Okeowo

The real estate mogul, Sir Olu Okeowo, is an avid Rolls Royce collector. His main garage where he keeps his wonders-on-wheels is fully air-conditioned. And, according to a source, the cars are washed and polished at least once a week. Other cars in his plush car garage include a Range Rover Limited Edition, 1 Bentley Continental GT and 1 Bentley Mulsanne Extended Wheelbase (EWB), Cadillac Escalade Limited Edition, among others. And where else do you expect such expensive collections to abide if not at the Palacio De Okeowo, a three-floor Victorian edifice overlooking the Lagos lagoon?

 

Senator Dino Melaye

Senator Dino Melaye’s penchant for both exotic and expensive luxury cars is well known. His garage is home to a collection of both current and rare models. The former Senator representing Kogi West Senatorial District in Kogi State, habitually releases photos of his array of ‘exotic toys’ once in a while on social media. Senator Dino shelled out big time for his toys and he sure knows how to pamper himself with state of-the-art cars. His luxury car collection includes a Ferrari, a Bentley, a Rolls Royce, a Lamborghini, a Porsche, a PT Cruiser and several more. With his Rolls Royce estimated to cost $450,000 (N89.5 million), he is one of the country’s biggest car collectors.

 

Davido

The ‘Omo Baba Olowo’ crooner, David Adedeji Adeleke, has owned several expensive cars in his collections, including a Chevrolet Camaro GS, Range Rover sport, Mercedez Benz G-Wagon and a Porsche Panamera. He recently revealed that he was eyeing a Lamborghini Urus, which is retailed for around N72 million.

 

Tiwa Savage

Tiwatope Savage, known professionally as Tiwa Savage, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress. Tiwa joined the league of luxury car owners recently when she  lavished N60 million on a customised Mercedes-Benz v250 (Savage Mobile).

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Mr P

The former half of the superstar musical duo-Psquare, treats himself to expensive toys every now and then. Now known as Mr. P. Peter, after the breakup of the group, Okoye owns and drives several state-of-the-art cars. Like most celebrities in Nigeria, he shares snippets of his life with his fans on social media, posting photos of his garage and exotic taste for four wheels.

 

Obafemi Martins

Obafemi Martins, international and Nigerian footballer who plays as a forward, has a Mercedes Benz, which costs a whopping N91Million.

 

Wizkid

Wizkid is one of Nigeria’s richest superstars. Some of his car collections over the years include a BMW X6, Porsche Panamera, Lamborghini Urus and Mercedes Benz. We leant he spent over  45 million on a Bentley Continental GT convertible.

 

DJ Cuppy

In early 2019, the popular daughter of Nigerian billionaire, Femi Otedola, DJ Cuppy, showed off a silver Ferrari. The car is reportedly worth ₦500 million. And she also picked up a customised Rolls Royce Phantom.

 

Burna Boy

Nigerian Afro singer, songwriter and rave of the moment, Burna Boy, once owned six luxury cars at once. He made this revelation in 2015 while showing off his fleet on social media. The singer has also been spotted driving a Mercedes Benz G-Wagon, Bentley and Lexus. Burna Boy has spent millions of naira on his car collection, with his G-Wagon alone costing a whopping N25 million.

 

 

Tekno

Nigerian musician, producer, performer and dancer, Augustine Miles Kelechi, popularly known by his stage name Tekno, surely has a good taste for cars, and he very often updates his garage on brands such as Bentley, Audi, Range Rover and Rolls Royce.