A week before we were to speak with Tayo Adejumo, the founder and CEO of Kimberly’s Apartments, one of the most successful premium short-let apartment services in Lagos, Nigeria, the #EndSars protests took a more intense turn. We were not sure if a physical meeting would still be possible, and de…
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ASPIRE Pick of the Week: The Must-Have Bags by Aaboux
When Zainab Aliyu decided to embrace the creative side of her genes, she did not immediately think ‘luxury leather bags.’ “I am a chartered accountant, but I come from a family of creatives…so I always knew that I was one,” she tells me over a recent phone interview. “My older sister …
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Sir David Adjaye is the First African to Win a RIBA Award
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced that the Tanzanian-born British architect of Ghanaian descent, Sir David Adjaye, will receive the 2021 royal gold medal, one of the world’s highest accolades for architecture. It marks the first time in the 173-year history of the med…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: The George Safely Reopens its Doors to Guests
Nestled in the heart of Ikoyi, away from the hustle and bustle that characterises the city of Lagos, Nigeria’s foremost business capital, sits The George, a five-star luxury boutique hotel that caters to businesses and travellers seeking luxurious comfort and quality in extreme peace and tranquil…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Rolls Royce Unveils New Brand Identity
How does a brand present itself via its visual language and remain true to its heritage while speaking to its bright and contemporary future? This is the question behind Rolls Royce’s decision to introduce a new brand identity. In recent years, Rolls-Royce has experienced change at a quicker rate…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Montblanc’s First Headphones
Montblanc launched its first headphones early this month: the noise-cancelling Montblanc headphones dubbed MB 01 Smart Headphones are luxuriously built and fastidiously finished. It is everything that one has come to expect from the world’s maker of fine writing instruments and fine timepieces. …
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Rolls Royce Launches the Most Exclusive App in the World
Rolls-Royce has formally announced the launch of one of the most exclusive members’ club for the global elite. Called “Whispers,” think of it as a virtual social platform where like-minded Rolls-Royce owners from across the world can network along with experiencing the world of curated luxury put…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Fendi Debuts World’s First Fragrance-Infused Handbags
Perfumes and handbags are without a doubt on top of that almost interminable list of gifts to give a lady. Fendi has made your gifting distress disappear by releasing what can be the world’s first fragrance-infused bag! The Italian fashion house is adding to the iconic leather Baguette bag a dash…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: 4 Travel Destinations for Couples This Christmas
Couples seeking the ultimate romantic holiday can choose from a range of experiences and settings such as – hidden getaways, wellness retreats, culinary sojourns and adventures in the wilderness. But how do you choose whether you want to snuggle up in front of a fire or relax to the sound of the…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Cuppy Foundation Gold Gala Raises Over 5 Billion Naira for Charity
On Sunday, the 10th of November, The Cuppy Foundation hosted its inaugural Gold Gala at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja. The special dinner was organized to support and applaud the transformative programs and works achieved by “Save the Children” organization in Nigeria. Prominen…