The Psychology of Pretty Privilege How Beauty Shapes Power Everywhere
By Chris Wede In a world that claims not to judge books by their covers, beauty still exerts an invisible tax or bonus on how women are perceived, treated, and ultimately rewarded. “Pretty privilege” isn’t just a hashtag or a social media trope: economic and psychological research confirms that physical attractiveness continues to tip the […]
Dr. Tewa Onasanya
The Woman Who Styles Minds By Daniel Agusi Dr. Tewa Onasanya is a woman whose life’s work sits at the intersection of purpose, passion, and reinvention. As the Founder of Exquisite Magazine, the visionary behind the ELOY Awards & ELOY Foundation, and a pioneering Mindset Stylist, she has spent over two decades empowering women to […]
The Science Behind Stockholm Syndrome Isn’t What You Think
By Tilly Boateng When people hear the phrase Stockholm Syndrome, they often imagine dramatic movie scenes: a hostage falling in love with a captor, or a victim fiercely defending some-one who harmed them. But behind the sensational headlines and Hollywood interpretations lies a far more complex and far more human story. Did you know that […]
ISSUE 031
October reminds us that pink is more than a colour. It is a conversation …one that began with ribbons and rallies but has since grown into research, resilience, and real change. This edition is our nod to the fighters, survivors, scientists, and storytellers who remind us that advocacy is a form of love. From “Symbols of Strength”, our cover story tracing the global journey of the pink ribbon, to “Curemakers”, spotlighting the women redefining medical innovation, this issue celebrates courage in its most beautiful form.
Did You Know Why Yawning is Contagious?
By Daniel Agusi Picture this: You’re in a meeting, trying your best to focus. Then someone lets out a big, slow yawn. Before you know it, you’re doing the same, mouth wide open, eyes watering and now half the room follows. What just happened? Did someone release an invisible “yawn virus”? Not quite. But science […]
EMERGING AFRICAN LEADERS SUMMIT 2025 – AFRICA RENAISSANCE:
THE RISE OF REFORMERS (NIGERIA) Date: Thursday, 13th November 2025 Venue: The Destination, Abuja, Nigeria. The Emerging African Leaders Summit 2025, organized by Equip Africa Initiative (@equipafricaHQ), is a Pan-African gathering uniting young leaders, policymakers, diplomats, innovators, creators, and changemakers to envision and shape a prosperous Africa. Themed “Africa Renaissance: The Rise of Reformers,” it […]
LAGOS FASHION WEEK
By Oluchi Obiahu Date: October 29–November 2, 2025 Location: Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, Nigeria Marking its 15th anniversary under the theme “In Full Bloom,” Lagos Fashion Week 2025 celebrated African fashion’s evolution with 60+ designers showcasing sustainable, innovative collections. Attracting 4,000+ attendees, including global buyers and media, it featured runway shows, pop-ups, panels on circular […]
What Men Wish Women Knew About Being Chosen
By Tom Boyd Let me tell you something most men will not say out loud: we can smell desperation faster than perfume. We can sense when a woman walks into a room hoping to be picked, hoping to impress, Now before you roll your eyes, hear me out. This is not another sermon about “playing […]
The Mirror No Longer Scares Me
By Anonymous The day I found the lump, I didn’t think much of it. It was small, barely noticeable, a harmless swelling, I told myself. I had too much to do to think about hospitals, work dead-lines, school runs, and life. But the lump didn’t leave. It stayed, it grew. And somewhere deep down, I […]
The Silent Struggle
Why Men’s Mental Health Is a Relationship Issue By Ikupolusi Ariyike He’s fine. Two words that often hide a storm. He laughs with his friends. He shows up at work. He tells you he’s okay. But behind the steady voice and easy smile, many men are quietly fighting battles no one sees. Depression, anxiety, burnout, […]