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  • Actress laments N10,000 cup of tea in Lagos restaurant 

    Actress laments N10,000 cup of tea in Lagos restaurant 

    Actress and producer Zainab Balogun has expressed shock after paying N10,000 for a single cup of green tea at a Lagos restaurant.

    According to Zainab on Instagram, she visited the establishment with a friend but opted to order only tea since she wasn’t hungry.

    She stated that the tea was served in a pot with a large cup, and she enjoyed it without checking the price.

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    She said: “My mouth dropped so much I was hoping the people sitting next to me didn’t see that flies were catching my mouth.

    “What do you mean you boiled water, put two tea bags, and it was ₦10,000?

    “I obviously could not argue with them because I drank their tea. There’s no way to give it back. I had to pay”.

    However, her eyes widened in shock when the bill was presented, showing N10,000 for the simple beverage.

    The actress joked about regretting not taking photos to make the experience worth the cost, saying, “I should have joined another lady doing a photo shoot. You must use your money and the space well.”

    Zainab concluded that the incident had taught her a lesson, vowing to be more cautious about eating out and opting to make her own tea at home instead.

    “But I didn’t, and that’s how I paid ₦10,000 for tea in Lagos. There’s tea at home. This will not happen again”, she added.

  • Actress Zainab Balogun questions baby shower, gender reveal

    Actress Zainab Balogun questions baby shower, gender reveal

    Actress Zainab Balogun has asked couples why they hold separate events for baby showers and gender reveal.

    According to her, it is unnecessary and more expensive to hold both events.

    She shared a video on her Instagram page asking her followers what they think.

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    She said: ”Gender reveals and baby showers are two separate events with two guest lists, two separate expenses, same baby. 

    “So we attend the reveal, go home and come back for the shower? I don’t know? Is it excessive?”.

  • Christians must stop blaming devils for their actions – Actress Zainab Balogun

    Christians must stop blaming devils for their actions – Actress Zainab Balogun

    Nollywood actress, Zainab Balogun, has stated that Christians are to be blamed for the disrespect the entire Christendom receives, especially on the internet space.

    In a recent post on her X page, the movie star acknowledged that although this may be an unpopular opinion, she insisted that Christians sometimes create their problems by attributing bad behaviour to the devil, rather than taking responsibility for their actions.

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    She wrote: “Unpopular opinion- Christianity is probably the most disrespected faith because of Christians. The level of ridicule is high because grace is plenty.

    “Let me add that I’m a believer who is tired of the mockery from inside the house. We need to get our act together because this ain’t it. Unpopular opinion- Christians be their own problem sometimes. Some give the devil way too much credit for bad behaviour.”

  • Why I keep my family away from social media – Actress Zainab Balogun

    Why I keep my family away from social media – Actress Zainab Balogun

    Nollywood actress, Zainab Balogun, has revealed why her private affairs are kept away from the public eyes.

    According to her, she keeps her private life from social media to protect the people and things she values the most.

    The married actress said she was looking for those days when the private lives of celebrities were not made public.

    On her X handle, Balogun wrote: “Take me back to the days when celebrities were mysterious and we knew nothing about their private lives.”

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    A fan then commended her via the comment section, saying: “One of the things I cherish about you is your private and family lives are not on social media.”

    The thespian replied: “This allows me to protect the people and things I value the most.”

    Balogun got married to business mogul Dikko Nwachukwu, founder of Jetwest Airways, in May 2018.

  • Mercy Johnson, others win ELOY awards

    The 10th edition of the ELOY Awards, in collaboration with Lush Hair attachments to celebrate Nigerian women from different walks of life, had Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie win in the Actress of the Year Category.

    The mother of three who won the award for her role in ‘Seven and a Half Dates’, was nominated alongside Toyin Abraham in ‘Ghost and a Tout’, Bimbo Ademoye in ‘Backup Wife’, Bisola Aiyeola in ‘Payday’, Zainab Balogun in ‘Sylvia’, Chioma Omeruah in ‘Crazy People’ and Bukunmi Oluwashina in ‘Ranti mi.’

    The glamorous event which held in Lagos had 21 award categories for women who have made the society a better place.

    Lush Hair attachment – a fashion and lifestyle brand- sponsored two out of the 21 award categories. The Fashion Designer of the Year Category of the ELOY Awards sponsored by Lush Hair attachments had seven nominees: Nonninstics, Style Temple, Tubo, Moofa Fashions, Wani Fuga, Imad Eduso and Gozel Green. Tubo won the category amidst applause, and the Actress of the Year Category of the award, won by Mercy Johnson Okorie.

    Congratulating the winners of the awards, the Brand Manager of Lush Hair, Sukhmbir Pannu, said it sponsored the categories because Nollywood has supported and allowed women to express their creativity.

    “In the fashion and movie industry you find women exhibiting their strength and passion,” Sukhmbir said.

    “Both winners in the categories sponsored by Lush Hair tonight are women who are on top of their game as an actress and as a fashion designer respectively.”

    The organiser of the Eloy Award, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Exquisite Magazine, Tewa Onasanya, said Eloy awards is meant to celebrate and bring to limelight hard working women who against all odds have thrived in their chosen fields. Onasanya said: “ELOY Awards is an award for recognition, honour and respect. This evening is for hard working ladies to get celebrated for having done great, not just for themselves, but also for the society.”

  • Kelechi Amadi Obi, Zainab Balogun, others turn up for Beauty Souk

    Celebrity photographer, Kelechi Amada Obi and Royal Hibiscus hotel lead act Zainab Balogun where among celebrities present at the Beauty Souk Make-Up Beauty fair in Lagos Recently.

    Held at Harbour Point Hall, Victoria Island in Lagos, the fair created an informal platform for buyers to network with the brands they love. Local brands in Make-up beauty sector like Zaron Cosmetics, House of Tara, Ibis, Kuddy Cosmetics, and Allure showcased their products along with the foreign brands even as celebrity photographer, Kelechi Amadi-Obi was on stand to beautify the event in classy photography.

    Managing Director of Beauty Souk sponsor, Mr Uzoma Dozie was at the two-day event to mingle with participants at the fair.

    Ibis Ibiwunmi-Akinola, consultant and CEO of Ibis was elated that the number of make-up entrepreneurs at the fair doubled this year.

    “Indeed the Make-up beauty industry is expanding and with the able support of Diamond Bank we just have to go higher. You can see here that the entrepreneurs are busy attending to the people and the hall is not yet filled yet as those that attended weddings are not year. This is to show that there is no recession in beauty as every woman both old and young wants to look beautiful,” says Akinola.

    Corporate Communication manager of Diamond Bank, Caroline Oghuma stated that the bank stood for the support of SMEs and women hence the need to support this initiative conceived by Yewande Zaccheus of Eventful.

    “Last year not even the flood that visited the island could stop people from coming as we have 40 exhibitionists who are entrepreneurs in the make-up beauty sector. This year we have over 80 SMEs and we are happy about the success. Aside financial services, we give information on how to grow their brand,” she said.

  • My STYLE reflects my MOOD —International model Zainab Balogun

    My STYLE reflects my MOOD —International model Zainab Balogun

    International model, actress, and television presenter, Zainab Balogun, who has been featured in several international campaigns for different brands, speaks to MOJIRADE OJO on her style.

    HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL STYLE?

    My personal style is a reflection of my personality and mood. It’s pretty simplistic with clean looks. However,  I will take the occasional  risk every now and then.
    FASHION ITEMS YOU CAN’T DO WITHOUT

    A pair of heels, sneakers, dress shirt, denim and some studs. These are must haves for me!

     

    FASHION ITEMS YOU CAN NEVER BE CAUGHT WITH

    Satin is one of those fabrics that I hate and won’t be caught in voluntarily.  I just hate the feel and look of it. Aside from that, I can be adventurous with anything else.

     

    WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO OUTFIT?

    A pair of jeans and a white tee. I love comfortable style. I don’t like forced, fashion statements. Everything should be effortless in my opinion.
    WHAT DO YOU SPLURGE ON?

    Shoes, shoes and more shoes! I’m a serious addict.

     

    ARE YOU A LABEL FREAK?

    Not particularly. I love vintage pieces and items that don’t come around often.

     

    WHAT COLOUR  APPEALS TO YOU THE MOST?

    Nudes tones.
    SIMPLEST FASHION ITEM IN YOUR WARDROBE

    A printed, chiffon shift dress.
    WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE DESIGNER(S) HOME AND ABROAD

    I love Maki Oh and Jewel by Lisa. Internationally, I’m a fan of Self Portrait and Peter Pilotto.

     

    THREE NIGERIAN WOMEN/MEN WHOSE STYLE APPEALS TO YOU?

    Eku Edewor, Lisa Folawiyo and Noble Igwe.

     

    WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY?

    God, food and credit alerts!

     

    DOES YOUR MOOD INFLUENCE HOW YOU DRESS?

    All the time!
    WHO HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST FASHION INFLUENCE?

    Vivienne Westwood is a designer I admire simply because she reminds you that you don’t have to over do things  to be set apart. In all your efforts to look drastically unique and different, you’ll end up looking like everyone else.

     

    BEAUTY THINGS YOU DO BEFORE GOING TO BED

    I make sure that I wash my makeup off even if I’m extremely tired. Skincare is important to me and I try to make sure my foundation is healthy.

     

    DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN ONE WORD

    Blessed

     

  • Zainab Balogun, Falz join One Life/Live Them Campaign

    Zainab Balogun, Falz join One Life/Live Them Campaign

    Continuing in its bid to recognise and celebrate individuals for their talents and outstanding achievements, the management of Rémy Martin Cognac has named Falz, Shody and Zainab Balogun as their influencers.

    The campaign tagline, One Life/Live Them, which assumes its grammatical accident, identifies that today’s consumers are not defined by one talent or skill, but are multi-faceted and should be applauded for their many passions. Rémy Martin’s One Life/Live Them campaign, according to its management, encourages consumers to explore and celebrate all their talents.

    Born and raised in London, Zainab Balogun is an actress, model and television presenter who has featured in several international campaigns for different brands. She obtained a Bachelor of Law degree (LLB) from the University of Kent.

    After being scouted by Premier Models Management at an early age of 16, she began professional modeling and has gone on to successfully diversify into other endeavors.

    Olakunle Oshodi-Glover, better known as Shody, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Lagos, and is also a proficient content creator and radio script writer. A seasoned radio producer / voice-over artiste / entrepreneur, he also runs his own production outfit called KSG Productions.  He currently works as Assistant Head of Production with Megalectrics Group (The Beat 99.9 FM, Naija 102.7 FM and Classic 97.3 FM)

    On the other hand, Folarin Falana, aka Falz is quite multifaceted. An Attorney at Law, he is engrossed in humor. Popularly referred to as ‘Falz The Bahdguy’, he is an interesting persona that embodies what his peers represent fully these days: a multidimensional existence.

  • Zainab’s top 10

    Zainab’s top 10

    Presenter, model and actress, Zainab Balogun, reveals her favourite things to Kehinde Oluleye.

    Favourite shoe designer

    Lanvin

     

    Favourite bag designer

    Chloe

     

    Favourite

    watch designer

    Marc Jacobs

     

    Favourite Nigerian designer

    Jewel by Lisa

     

    Favourite perfume

    Lady Million by Paco Rabanne

     

    Favourite nail polish

    Barry M nail vanishes

     

    Favourite pet

    Dog

     

    Favourite car

    Aston Martin

     

    Favourite skirt

    (long or short)

    Short all the way!

     

    Favourite jewellery

    Rings