Yesterday April 17, 2026, Chioma Ikokwu attended an event organised by her father, Chief Agunze Chib Ikokwu, through his foundation. The evening centred on real-life stories from the Nigerian-Biafran War, and the attendees alone would tell you everything about the kind of room it was. Dr. Patrick Dele Cole, OFR, former Nigerian Ambassador and renowned historian, chaired the occasion. Osita Chidoka, OFR, former Minister of Aviation, served as book reviewer. Professor Pat Utomi was among the speakers, Onyeka Onwenu, and Charly Boy was also in attendance.When it was Chioma’s turn to speak In her own words she said:

“Disappeared again, and people hesitated, unsure, then slowly, cautiously activity resumed. There was a sense, perhaps hope that the danger had passed, but within moments, the sound returned louder, closer. There was confusion, movements, people trying to gather their things to leave quickly. I moved instinctively, searching for somewhere, anywhere, for cover. Then just as suddenly as it had begun, it was over. The silence that followed was unlike anything I had ever known. It was heavy, unreal, as though the world itself had paused. Slowly people began to emerge, faces searching, voices uncertain. I walked forward trying to make sense of what had just happened, and then I saw her again.”

Chioma Ikokwu: Instagram

At the event, Chioma arrived wearing a structured, cream-colored two-piece suit. The jacket had a clean, minimalist neckline with a subtle keyhole detail and structured shoulders. It was fitted at the waist with a matching tonal belt that had a gold buckle, emphasizing on her shape. Chioma paired the jacket with matching high-waisted, wide-leg trousers that elongate her frame. Chioma’s hair was styled in a full side-parted bob with curled-under ends, a signature look that complemented the structured nature of her outfit. Her makeup featured long lashes, a simple smokey eye, and a neutral, glossy lip. For accessories, she carried a Hermès Kelly classic white top-handle bag, for jewellery she chose a chunky gold curb-link chain necklace and matching gold stud earrings, adding a warm touch to the monochromatic palette and she completed the outfit with patterned, pointed-toe heels.

Chioma Ikokwu: Instagram

Compared to the outfits she wore for the Premiere of “The Return of Arinzo” earlier this year, from the deep burgundy velvet corset and skirt, to the beaded halterneck gown in swirls of gold, red, orange, and green, to a black embroidered cape with cowrie shell detailing, the Nigerian-Biafran War real-life stories event called for something completely different. She went with cream, and clean tailoring.

Adekunle Gold and Simi shared photos on Instagram to announce that they are expecting their second child, with the caption”3.10.26, God bless my little family”. The couple moved away from typical maternity photography and chose a coordinated, all-denim look.

Simi wore a cropped, sleeveless denim vest, with thin criss-cross lacing at the front left partially open, to reveal her baby bump. For the bottom, she wore an ultra-wide-leg, high-waisted jeans, that was low-slung beneath her bump, creating a draped, relaxed feel.

Her hair was styled in a textured pineapple updo, keeping the hair off her face and neck. Her makeup stayed within soft, earthy tones, a nude lip gloss.

Accessories were minimal, stud earrings and her wedding ring. She didn’t have any shoes on, she was barefoot.

Photo Credit: Simi

Adekunle matched her in an oversized, boxy short-sleeved denim shirt. With a spread collar, silver-toned buttons, and a large patch pocket on the left chest and wide sleeves reaching towards the elbows. He paired it with relaxed, straight-leg denim jeans in the same shirt wash shade. It had vertical seam detailing running down the center of each leg. He wore a neatly groomed short beard and a faded haircut. Adekunle accessorized his look with silver hoop earrings, and he was also barefoot.

Photo Credit: Simi

The couple got married in January 2019 and share a daughter, Adejare, fondly called Deja. Their shoot leans into a clean, coordinated style choice that focuses on their partnership and the arrival of their second child.

Anna Banner marked her second pregnancy with a three-part photo series. The shoot features multiple themes, from minimal styling to high-fashion looks.

The three looks move from a soft ivory draped gown, to a bridal mermaid with a floral tulle hem, and close out with a graphic black-and-white polka dot statement look.

Photo Credit : Peter Stonee

For her first look, Anna wore a floor-length ivory maternity gown from Nelo Woman. The dress had a high neckline and was crafted from a lightweight, semi-sheer fabric that draped over her figure. Layered over the gown was a cape in a matching ivory shade. The dress had a long train. Her accessories included a gold bracelet on her left wrist and a simple ring on her finger. Anna’s makeup, done by Glowwithlilian was neutral-toned which included arched brows, soft-brown smoky eye and a matte nude-brown lip to finish. Banner’s hair was styled in a smooth, long straight look with a clean middle part to complement her outfit.

Photo Credit : Peter Stonee

For the second look, Anna Banner transitioned into a bridal-inspired style. She wore a strapless white bodycon gown that highlighted her figure, flaring out at the knees into a mermaid-style hem filled with 3D purple, pink, and orange flowers.

A long, sheer cathedral-length veil was tucked into her sleek low bun, which was styled with a clean middle part. Her makeup consisted of a warm eyeshadow blend and a glossy nude lip. She accessorized her outfit with a gold bracelet and a simple ring, while her footwear remained hidden beneath the layers of floral tulle and billowing fabric.

Photo Credit : Peter Stonee

Her final look of the series is centered on a graphic black-and-white polka dot theme. Anna Banner wore a halter-neck mermaid gown from Heiress Couture Nigeria that fit snugly to her shape, flowing into a multi-layered ruffled skirt at the bottom. The ruffles were edged with black-and-white stripes, adding a sharp contrast to the dots above.

She complemented her outfit with an oversized, matching polka dot fascinator from Scarlet Nigeria tilted to one side. Her hair styled by Hairssence was pulled back into a smooth low bun. Anna’s makeup featured a classic bold red lip and winged eyeliner. She accessorized the look with chunky white statement earrings and a gold bracelet.