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  • What does it mean to be a hot babe? As we celebrate women all through this month of March, this is one of the questions that we hope to answer.

    There’s nothing like the feeling of walking into a room, hair swaying, hips moving, and instantly commanding attention — not just for how you look, but for the confidence and energy you exude — no apologies, no second guesses.

    To tap into that energy, I asked fifteen Nigerian women to share the Afrobeats songs by female Nigerian musicians that make them feel like hot babes.

    All the songs recommended are featured in our #BumpThis playlist at the end.

    “Anytime these songs come on, I feel smarter, like I’m Maradona” — Chidinma

    Songs: “Cash” by Lady Donli; “Maradona” and “Sicker” by Niniola

    “Cash” by Lady Donli makes me feel like the baddest babe. I get goosebumps from the song’s intro: “Ego nwere oma lusi o’luke, ego nwere…” which translates to “The money I have.” So, imagine dressed up, walking and listening to this song while I have my money in my account and cash in my purse — nobody can stop me. I feel proud and elated whenever I hear that song. 

    Also, “Maradona” and “Sicker” by Niniola make me feel like a woman who can get any man she wants. Those moments make me feel smarter like I’m Maradona.

    “There’s a girly energy in it that I deeply connect to” — Blossom

    Song: “Wickedest” by Tems

    It’s Tems’ “Wickedest” for me. Whenever it gets to the “Came for the wickedest whine / Me and my girls on the wickedest time” part of the song, I jump up. There’s a girly energy in it that I deeply connect to. I think it’s feminine energy that Tems knows too well, and she embodies it fantastically in this song.

    “This song allowed me to be free of the fear of “What if something bad happens?”” — Zia

    Songs: “Cash” by Lady Donli; and “Cast (Gen-Z Anthem)” by Ayra Starr

    “Cash” by Lady Donli. It’s pretty self-explanatory, but wallahi, I’m addicted to cash. Money is power, and it makes me feel like a hot babe. Nobody encompasses it like Lady [Donli] in this song. Ayra Starr’s “Cast” allowed me to be free of the fear of “What if something bad happens?” And truly, what is the definition of a hot babe if not someone that doesn’t give a fuck about consequences?

    “It’s just a bad bitch song” — Chioma

    Song: “Boytoy” by SGaWD

    Oh, it’s SGaWD’s “Boytoy.” It’s just a bad bitch song. I followed her on X and was hooked on a teaser of the song she posted. So, I patiently waited until release day. That was the only song I listened to for a week.

    Now and again, when I want to remind myself that I’m a big bad bitch or I just want to talk my shit, I listen to it. I know every single word. It’s two minutes of her talking her shit, and I just love it.

    “It makes me feel untouchable” — Dami

    Song: “Bloody Samaritan” by Ayra Starr

    “Bloody Samaritan” by Ayra Starr does it for me. It’s bold, confident, and has that “nothing can kill my vibe” energy.

    I connect with it because it’s about protecting your peace and not letting negativity get to you. The first time I heard it, it instantly hooked me — the beat, the lyrics, and Ayra’s delivery just scream main-character energy.

    What I love most about it is the attitude. It makes me feel untouchable like I’m walking slowly with the wind in my hair. It’s that perfect song to remind myself that I’m that girl and nobody can dim my shine.

    “It’s basically about being a baddie and a boss babe who wants only money and jollof rice, not love”  — Folu

    Songs: “Shake It To The Max (FLY)” by MOLIY; and “Omo To Sexy” by BLNDE

    I’ll say “Shake It To The Max” by MOLIY and “Omo To Sexy” by BLNDE. I found them while trying to create a personal playlist for Nigerian Alté female songs. “Shake It To The Max” has a great vibe, and the lyrics are pretty interesting, too. It’s basically about being a baddie and a boss babe who wants only money and jollof rice. That’s where I am right now. I’m not looking for love, I just want food and money.

    “It gives that ‘step into your power’ feeling” — Maryanne

    Song: “Rush” by Ayra Starr

    Ayra Starr’s “Rush” makes me feel like a confident and unstoppable babe. The message speaks to me, especially the lyrics: “Me no get time for the hate and the bad energy.” It reminds me to focus on myself and my success.

    I first heard it when she released it, and it was everywhere—on the radio, even in the Ubers I was in. However, it hit me when I played it while I dressed for a night out with my friends. It gives you that “step into your power” feeling.

    What I love most about it? The beat, the energy, and how Ayra sings it confidently. It’s more than a song—it lifts my mood.

    “It evokes an emotion that makes me feel very sexy” — Illy

    Song: “Right Now”

    Seyi Shey’s “Right Now” is hot, and the music video elevates the song. It evokes an emotion that makes me feel very sexy and comfortable in my own skin.

    “It’s the perfect song to do my makeup to when I’m heading out” — Steph

    Song: “Boytoy” by SGaWD

    It’s SGaWD’s “Boytoy.” I heard it for the first time on Lotanna Don’s Instagram story. She’s friends with SGaWD, so she was trying to get her followers on to her music. It’s a song about female dominance, sexual liberation, and putting nonchalant men in their place. It’s also about knowing when to get lit, when to hustle as a woman, and being the hottest babe in the room.

    I like that it’s very daring. The first line says, “Girls like me, you know we like sex.” You just know SGaWD doesn’t care about the stereotypes they place on sexually liberated women. She goes on to give her commandments on being THAT girl. Singing “Boytoy” out loud gives a feeling that everything else is beneath you and you’re the most daring version of yourself in that moment. It’s the perfect song to do my makeup to when heading out.

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    “These songs have latent energy that transforms you into your smoothest self” — Anita

    Songs: “Focus On Me (All the Sexy Girls The Club Tonight)” by Darkoo and “Omo To Sexy” by BLNDE

    It’s “Focus On Me” by Darkoo, and recently “Omo To Sexy” by BLNDE. I discovered both songs on the internet on New Music Friday. The songs are silky and have latent energy that transforms you into your smoothest self — it doesn’t matter where you hear them.

    “I generally thought Tiwa was hot, and I felt hot, too” — Chigor

    Songs: “Love Me X3” by Tiwa Savage; and “Woman Commando” by Ayra Starr

    I love Tiwa Savage’s “Love Me X3” and Ayra Starr’s “Woman Commando.” This Tiwa’s song gives me that feeling mainly because of its video. I can’t even remember the first time I heard it. I didn’t even own a phone then. I just remember seeing it on TV anytime I passed the sitting room. I’d stop to stare instead of doing the chores I was probably going to do.

    I was much younger then, but I remember watching the video repeatedly and doing the small choreography towards the end. I generally thought Tiwa was hot, and I felt hot, too.

    Then Ayra. Ayra is naturally hot, but there’s just something about “Woman Commando.” From the sass in the choreography to the sass in the lyrics and the babes [Coco Jones and Anitta] she put in the song. The lyrics, melody, and everything just get me. I first discovered it last year when she released her album. I listened and instantly loved it. It was in my top 3 at first listen and then my top 2 when she performed it on The Tonight Show.

    “This song makes me feel like a baddie” — Tiana

    Song: “POP!” by Adanna Duru

    There’s a Nigerian artist based in the US called Adanna Duru. Her song “POP!” is my anthem. It makes me feel like a baddie. I just want to dance and move my body. It’s also a really sexy song.

    “Both songs make me feel like I own the room” — Lola

    Songs: “Bad Vibes” by Ayra Starr and “Crazy Tings” by Tems

    My choices are Ayra Starr’s “Bad Vibes” and Tems’ “Crazy Tings.” The former has that playful, confident energy that makes me feel like the main character. It’s bold, fun, and effortlessly doesn’t give a hoot about your judgment. Meanwhile, “Crazy Tings” carries that smooth, self-assured vibe that makes me feel untouchable, like I’m gliding through life with an effortless glow.

    I love the confidence both women bring. Whether it’s through the lyrics, the beat, or the attitude in the delivery, both songs make me feel like I own the room, like I’m unstoppable, and I must let no man or woman kill my energy because I’m the main character in my life and story. 

    “The music makes it feel like someone switched on a different atmosphere” — Ngozi

    Song: “Baby Riddim” by Fave

    My pick is Fave’s “Baby Riddim.” I’m not big on Nigerian music, but I discovered this song three years ago. I love Fave’s voice! It adds so much depth to the music and makes it feel like someone switched on a different atmosphere. I also like the lyrics. I’m big on lyrics that tell a story that’s easy to follow, and this one does.

    “Her song resonates because it affirms women as sensual and sexual beings” — Adeyele

    Song: “Too Sweet (O Dun)” by Niniola

    Niniola is that girl who makes me feel like a hot babe every time. Her songs have the right balance of sultry, sexy, and hip. I have no choice but to embrace the baddie I am. Her song, “Too Sweet” does it for me. It’s a self-praise that gives off this “I’m that girl don’t mess with her” vibe I love. Listening to this song adds a little more pep to my step, and gives me that confidence not to let anyone look down on me.

    I love how Niniola infuses Yoruba into her songs and hypes herself as a beautiful lady. As a woman, listening to that song resonates because it affirms women as sensual and sexual beings. It encourages confidence, too. The first time I heard Niniola as a teenager, I watched her “Maradona” music video on Soundcity, and the song stuck in my head for days. And I’ve been a fan ever since. I like that her sound is upbeat and bold. She gives this IDGAF attitude in her songs, which I just love. As a hot girl who enjoys life, Niniola is up there for me.

    Listen to the playlist here:

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  • Are you out there for a gown that’s both stylish and comfortable? Chiffon gowns are where the magic’s at if you want to make a statement with your looks. The lightweight nature of the fabric makes it airy and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re making a quick dash to work, a party, or a casual event, these chiffon gown styles will make people stop in their tracks to admire you.

    1. Floral chiffon gown style

    12 Chiffon Gown Styles for Ladies and Where You Can Rock Them to

    Want everyone to know you care about your plant babies when you step out of the house? Go for this floral chiffon gown, which is a nice option for casual outings.

    2. Long sleeve layered dress

    12 Chiffon Gown Styles for Ladies and Where You Can Rock Them to

    Yes, chiffon is a great option for casual outings, but if you’ve got a badass tailor, you can go for this style, which is a nice option for semi-formal gatherings.

    3. Simple chiffon dress

    12 Chiffon Gown Styles for Ladies and Where You Can Rock Them to

    Step out for a casual playdate with friends in this, and everyone will know you’ve got style.

    ALSO READ: 25 Beautiful White Lace Styles That Give Main Character Energy

    4. One-shoulder belted jumpsuit

    This one is for the corporate girlies. Depending on how much skin you want to show, you can get your tailor to tweak the shoulder.

    5. Bell sleeve belted gown

    This is the one if you’re in your casual luxury x rich aunty era and want your nieces and nephews to bill you during family gatherings.

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    ALSO READ: 20 Kampala Styles For Ladies Who Want to Make a Statement 

    6. Short chiffon wrap dress with tea sleeves

    12 Chiffon Gown Styles for Ladies and Where You Can Rock Them to

    This style is a multitasking bae. Wear it to a casual hangout with friends and rock it to the office on Fridays.

    7. Long sleeve chiffon wrap dress

    12 Chiffon Gown Styles for Ladies and Where You Can Rock Them to

    Are you really the rich aunty you claim to be if this isn’t one of the chiffon gown styles in your wardrobe? If your answer is no, here’s your chance to fix up.

    8. Chiffon wrap blouse

    Rock this chiffon blouse as a dress if you’re feeling adventurous and want to compete with Ayra Starr.

    9. Cross-neck sleeveless gown

    12 Chiffon Gown Styles for Ladies and Where You Can Rock Them to

    You’ll thank whoever created this chiffon style if you rock it during the hot season.

    10. Chiffon kimono

    This one is for the Muslim girlies. Consider it if you want to look a little extra for Friday prayers.

    Enjoyed this piece about chiffon gown styles? Read this next: 45 Latest Hairstyles for Nigerian Ladies in 2024


  • “Bana” is a song by one of these artists

    The biggest women-only festival in Lagos is BACK.
    Get your tickets here for a day of fun, networking and partayyyyy

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  • It’s time to let your hair down and celebrate the awesomeness of women across Nigeria and Africa. We’ve got news. HERtitude is here again. We’re bringing back all the gorgeous, gorgeous babes for the hottest time, and we’re going even bigger this year.

    What’s Hertitude?

    A large party for hot babes only. We think every woman is a hot babe, and we’re offering you a safe space to let your hair down, have fun and party till you drop.

    Since the first dispensation in 2022, HERtitude has welcomed over 5000 women to redefine and celebrate what it means to be a “hot babe”. We’ve witnessed iconic performances by Fave, SGawd, Bloody Civilian, Ria Sean and other spectacular artists on the HERtitude stage. 

    Many hot babes have gotten their first and second tattoos ever, met their current closest friends and gained unrivalled confidence at HERtitude. That’s the kind of community we’re building, and hot babe, it’s time to go again. 

    When and where is it happening?

    On Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., the hot girls of Lagos will descend somewhere on the island — more details on this when you get your tickets. Block your calendars now. Previous editions confirm that the side effects of attending HERtitude include not wanting to leave when it’s over.

    What to expect?

    The goal is to ensure you continue to feel VALUED, understood, confident and motivated to express yourself freely. In its third year, HERtitude is bringing you: The usual games like scavenger hunt, karaoke, board games, jenga and more.

    Opportunities to win prizes in a fashion show and dancing competition, and make new friends through our speed friendship sessions. Fun craft activities like paint and sip, candle-making, pottery, bracelet making and crocheting.

    We also have the very best vendors to bring you spa services, tattoo booths, manicure and pedicure stations, a relaxation lounge, yoga and meditation sessions. And an exciting music experience with celebrity DJ sets and live performances.

    Get your tickets here

    We know times are hard, so here’s your heads-up to start girl-mathing and saving your coins to start curating your fits because hot babes can’t be caught lacking. PS: If you have to travel down to Lagos not to miss this, do it. Trust us, you can’t live vicariously through other babes’ pictures and tweets. 

    FOMO is real, and hot babes don’t gatekeep, so make sure your girlfriends aren’t missing in formation.

    Tips from last year that are still useful: Hot Babe Necessities to Attend Zikoko’s HERtitude

  • Someone, please, put Nigeria and her leaders in a firefighter suit right now. They’re trying to quench the fire on us hot babes with a large hose.

    At first, we thought it was just bants and they would get their act together. But we’re three months into 2024, HERtitude is mere weeks away, and they’re still moving like insanity is their middle name. 

    While they act like anything but their age, here’s our hot babe playbook to make sure you keep the fire burning while we plan the hottest party of the year for girls only.

    Get a mantra

    A little insider secret from a self-proclaimed hot babe: if you stand in front of your mirror for ten minutes a day and chant “I’m a hot babe” six times, you’ll become one. Once you step outside, other people will know a hot babe has arrived.

    Believe in your sauce

    As long as the sun shines and the moon comes out at night, you’re the hottest babe to ever exist, and you better believe it. If you don’t believe in your hotness, how would other people believe in it? 

    Do what makes you happy 

    Love who you want, wear what you want, and do what you want. As long as no one’s getting hurt by it, you should definitely do it.  If anybody has anything to say about it, clear them and report to us. We’ll take it up from there. 

    Get your money up

    As a hot babe who has stared into sapa’s eyes before, I’m here to tell you that you need to get your money up. It might take a while, and it won’t be the easiest thing, but you need to start making money moves before sapa and his siblings pour ice-cold water on your hotness.

    Take care of yourself

    Fan your flames and make sure you’re burning as bright as you can. The only way to maintain your hot babe status is to take care of yourself and love yourself. If that means cutting off people with bad vibes, then so be it.

    But make room for other hot babes

    The only thing you’re allowed to pit against each other is amala and semo, and that’s because amala would win every single time. You’re not allowed to pit hot babes against each other or let people pit you against other hot babes. If you do, your hot babe card will be revoked.

    You think we’re playing? Just try it and see.

    Come for HERtitude

    It’s the biggest gathering of hot babes on this planet. If people see you at HERtitide, they won’t have the mind to think you’re anything BUT a hot babe. So, you need to get your ticket now.

    Stock up on fans

    Don’t get it twisted; they’re not for you. They’re for the people around you, so they can cool down when your heat becomes overwhelming. And it will.

  • Every hot girl has a hot fit she wears for special occasions. For some babes, their style is a rich-aunty boubou with red lipstick while others would rather wear a miniskirt and ashewo top, and let’s not forget the women in-between.

    For HERtitude, the Zikoko festival for hotties, we want the girlies showing up and showing out. So Deola, our resident hot girl, tells us the ten hottest fits you can wear to come shake your ass on the HERtitude yacht. 

    Short skirt with a crop top.

    You can never go wrong with the classic thot fit: a miniskirt and a crop top. Use the tiny skirt to confuse your enemies as they question your audacity and secretly wish they were as bold as you. 

    Faux leather jackets and an inner vest with jean trousers. 

    It’s an easy but sophisticated fit that tells people you’re here to stun and nothing else. 

    Traditional etibo

    Also known as senator, or simply, kaftan and trousers. It’s simple but it does the job. Eyes will be all over you for the right reasons. 

    Batty rider shorts and bodysuit 

    If you really want to whine ya waist till da morning come, then a pair of batty rider shorts should be your fit. Complete the look with a tight bodysuit so everyone knows you mean business.

    RELATED: How to Be a Hot Nigerian Babe, According to Amaka

    A knitted vest, a shirt and oversized jeans.

    This fit will have you looking like a movie star walking down the red carpet. A knitted vest adds an extra layer of attitude to your style, and that’s the kind of energy we need at our festival. 

    Co-ord mini set 

    If you’re a print lover, then a cute but sexy co-ord mini set is for you. You can really go wild with this fit as co-ord sets comes in either skirts or shorts. In the end, it’s all about the matching print and the sexy vibe. 

    An oversized shirt and dad jeans.

    If you’re looking for a style that doesn’t stress you but makes you look like a bag of money, try an oversized shirt and dad jeans. Thank us, later. 

    Mini dress 

    You can’t go wrong with a mini dress. They come in all shapes, sizes and styles so you can thot it up however you want. 

    RELATED: How to Be a Material Gworl According to Lara Billionaire

    A T-shirt and a pair of shorts.

    A simple yet sexy fit. You can wear shorts that stop on your knees or go for something more ashewo. The choice is yours. 

    A cute top and jeans 

    A cute top and jeans always wins. Any day, any time.

    In case you missed it, Zikoko is bringing all the hot girls to the yard for a festival. We’ll dance, play games and shake our asses. For more details, fill this form. 

    HERtitude is brought to you by Z!koko
    Headline sponsor: Chippercash
    Associate sponsor: Busha, Aura

  • Thanks to the Nigerian weather, hot girl summer is all year long for Nigerian babes. To manage the heat, here’s a list of things hot Nigerian babes do during the holidays:

    1. Try new restaurants 

    Trying new restaurants is a hot babe thing to do. All the hot babes know this. 

    2. Buy new outfits because they can 

    All the hot babes buy new outfits for every occasion just because they can. It doesn’t matter if they can afford it or not. 

    3. Go on dates with the people who’ve been on their case 

    Hot babes always have like ten people on their case. Holidays are a perfect time to go on dates with those people especially if they’re rich. 

    RELATED: 8 Nigerian Women Tell Us About The Best Date They Have Had

    4. Catch up on shows they’ve missed 

    Hot babes binge shows during the holidays because they are too tired to do anything. 

    5. Do self-care 

    Hot babes use the holidays to practice self-care. They could go on a spa day or stay indoors and do some yoga with aromatherapy. 

    6. Eat till they’re too full to get up 

    When you’re free from work and its capitalist demands, sometimes all you want to do is eat till you’re too full to get up. It doesn’t mean you’re no longer a hot babe. 

    RELATED: 7 Meals You Can Make under 30 Minutes during the Holidays

    7. Go out with their friends 

    Going out with friends is ten times better during the holidays. Nobody is thinking of how to have fun and still be productive at work the next day. It’s why hot girls love holidays. 

    Zikoko is hosting a party for all hot babes. Send us your deets if you’d like to know when tickets go live. 

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  • Being a hot babe in this country is no easy feat. So, our resident hot girl, Amaka has put together a guide to help you achieve permanent sexy heat. 

    1. Be born 

    You have to have been born for you to be a hot Nigerian babe. You know some babes were dropped from the sky. Those ones are not hot babes, not when you exist. 

    2. Be a Nigerian babe 

    It’s not enough to be born. You have to be Nigerian to be a Nigerian hot babe.  Do you get?

    3. Be able to speak pidgin 

    All hot Nigerian babes speak pidgin. Don’t hate the messenger, hate the message — we didn’t make the rules. 

    4. Be able to do legwork 

    And not just any kind of legwork, the type that gingers everybody around you to dance. 

    5. Own either an ashawo fit or a rich Aunty boubou 

    Every hot Nigerian babe has either an ashawo fit or a rich Aunty boubou. The extra spicy girlies have both. 

    6. Be either a happening babe or a babe that things are happening to.

    Hot Nigerian babes are all happening babes or babes that things happen to. It’s either they are broke or their boyfriend is cheating on them. It doesn’t affect their hotness though. Hot girl today, hot girl always. 

    7. Wear high heels that make koin-koin when you walk 

    All hot Nigerian babes know madam koin-koin and want to be like her. 

    8. Wear perfectly laid frontal wigs

    That’s a hot girl must-have. Only hot girls understand.

    9. Go to brunch with the girls

    Just because you can and don’t forget to end the night tipsy. Hot girls have the most fun.

    At Zikoko HER, every babe is a hot babe and all hot girls are invited to HERtitude. Fill out this form if you’d like to know when tickets go live.