The 15 Percent Pledge Gala was held on February 7, 2026, at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles. Nigerian designers dressed several attending celebrities including Serayah, Chloe Bailey and Ayra Starr.

Nigerian celebrity designer Onalaja designed not one but two celebrity outfits.

Serayah In Onalaja

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Serayah wore a custom floor length gown. The dress had a v-neckline and a form-fitting figure that highlighted her shape. It was heavily decorated with tonal red beading arranged in swirling, circular patterns creating a rich texture. She accessorized the outfit with gold statement drop earrings and simple rings. Her hair was styled in a high topknot bun; make up included smokey eyes and nude lips.

Symphani Soto in Onalaja

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Onalaja also styled Symphani Soto in a black sequins gown. The dress is a midnight couture gown, it features a strapless, sweatheart neckline in a bodycon and mermaid style. The corset bodice is styled with hand applied 3D floral appliqués. The rest of the gown is crafted from a shimmering sequined black fabric. Her hair was styled in smooth Hollywood waves with a deep side part. Her makeup featured shaped winged eyeliner, defined brows and brown nude coloured lips. She used simple accessories, wearing just a simple delicate gold earrings and necklace.

Eni Popoola In Hertunba 

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Eni Popoola arrived in a tara dress by Nigerian celebrity designer Hertunba, the dress has alot of hand-beaded details. The gown is strapless, and hand-beaded, it features a striped sequined pattern and feathered hem. Her hair was wore in deep waves that fell down her shoulders. Her most noticed accessory was a DIDRIS Rope Bracelet worn on her wrist, she added gold earrings and matching rings.

Marvella In Hertunba

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Marvella took a completely different direction in another Hertunba design, rocking a graphic print dress with bold primary colors and lines that looked like wearable art.

Quen Blackwell In Tia Adeola 

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Quen Blackwell walked in wearing a metallic silver outfit with ruffles. She paired the outfit with purple accented glasses. The cropped jacket, layered skirt everything worked just well.

Ayra Starr In Tia Adeola

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Ayra Starr wore a a white feathered gown with cutouts, accessorized with a beaded statement necklace and matching earrings. Her was styled in defined curls with a wet-look finish.

Chloe Bailey In Weiz Dhurm Franklyn

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Chloe Bailey was designed by Weiz Dhurm Franklyn. She wore a floor-length, body-hugging gown in a soft ivory fabric. It includes a leather bust accented with silver eyelets. Chloe paired the look with a cross necklace, sparkling earrings and open-toed silver heels. Her hair was styled in long waist-length hair.

Amina Seck in MSO Lagos

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Amina Seck wore a custom black-and-pink gown by Nigerian fashion brand MSO Lagos, featuring a high-neck black velvet bodice and a pink-and-black taffeta bubble skirt with a front slit. Accessories included a Dior Lady Art handbag, black pointed-toe heels, sheer tights and gold-and-white earrings. Her hair was styled in a high braided updo.

Olandria In House Of Marvee

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Olandria wore an orange fringed gown by House of Marvee with sequined patterns and a halter-neckline, accessorized with silver rings. Her hair was styled in a curly wig parted in the middle, and her makeup used warm tones.

When people think of strength training, heavy weights and gym sessions usually come to mind. But fitness experts are increasingly highlighting a different approach that delivers real results: power yoga. In just 20 minutes, a focused session can challenge your major muscles, improve balance, and boost endurance, all without stepping into a gym.
Power yoga emphasizes flowing movements linked to breath, rather than slow stretches. Many poses require you to support your own body weight, engaging multiple muscle groups at once. This helps develop functional strength, the kind your body uses every day, whether carrying groceries, lifting children, or sitting at a desk for long hours.

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A 20-minute session usually starts with gentle stretches to wake up muscles and joints. The flow then moves into more challenging poses like high lunges, plank-to-chaturanga transitions, and standing balances such as Warrior III. Each posture works shoulders, core, legs, and back, helping you build strength while improving stability and coordination.

Because your muscles are constantly adjusting to maintain alignment, power yoga strengthens stabiliser muscles that protect joints and prevent injuries. Unlike traditional weight training, it develops lean, resilient muscles instead of bulk. Many practitioners also report better endurance, faster recovery, and improved body awareness when combining power yoga with other workouts.

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One of the best things about this 20-minute format is that it’s short but effective. Busy professionals, parents, or anyone with a tight schedule can practice daily or a few times a week and see real gains. All you need is a yoga mat, and optionally a block or strap for extra support.
Beginners can modify poses to match their level. Plank variations can be done on the knees, and balance holds can be shortened until strength improves. Keeping your breathing steady helps maintain control and reduces tension.

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For Nigerians looking for a practical way to stay strong at home, before work, or even during a lunch break, a 20-minute power yoga session is a time-efficient, effective way to build strength, stability, and endurance. With consistency, it complements other workouts and improves overall fitness, without the need for heavy weights.

The dumbbell deadlift looks straightforward, but it requires precise form to get the benefits and protect your lower back. Done correctly, it strengthens your glutes, hamstrings, core, and muscles along the spine. Done poorly, it can lead to strain or injury. Experts agree: proper setup and technique are more important than lifting heavier weights.

Start with your feet hip-width apart. Hold a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs. Before you move, engage your core and lift your chest slightly while drawing your shoulders back. This keeps your spine in its natural curve and reduces unnecessary stress on your lower back.

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The key movement is the hip hinge, not a squat. Push your hips backward while keeping your spine neutral, allowing the dumbbells to slide down along your legs. Your knees bend slightly, just enough to let the weights pass. Focus on moving from the hips rather than bending your lower back.

Keep your back neutral throughout the motion. Avoid rounding or over-arching your spine. Look forward or slightly downward to maintain neck alignment. This positioning stabilizes your spine and reduces the risk of injury.

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Lower the dumbbells until you feel a comfortable stretch in your hamstrings while maintaining a neutral spine. Then, push through your heels and squeeze your glutes to return to standing. Keep the dumbbells close to your legs; letting them drift forward increases strain on your lower back.

Your arms should hold the dumbbells steady. The power comes from your hips and legs, not your arms. Think of your arms as hooks keeping the weights in place rather than doing the lifting.

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Common mistakes include lifting too quickly, bending your knees too much, letting the dumbbells drift forward, and trying to use your back to lift. Focus on slow, controlled movements. Start with lighter weights to build muscle memory and ensure your form is correct before increasing load.

Protecting your back means maintaining alignment under load, hinging at the hips, and engaging your core and glutes, rather than trying to keep it perfectly straight. When done properly, the dumbbell deadlift is a safe and effective exercise that builds strength, flexibility, and overall stability.