My mother told me early that all men cheat, and for years, I thought she was preparing me for reality. I didn't realise she was also teaching me what I should be willing to tolerate. 

Confessions

Unlearning Everything My Mother Taught Me About Being A Good Woman Episode 3: "All Men Cheat"

My boyfriend's ex texted me out of nowhere to "warn" me about him. Months later, I still can't tell if she saved me or just wrecked my peace.

Sex & Relationships

My Boyfriend's Ex Reached Out To 'Save' Me And I Don't Know If I Should Thank Her Or Block Her

I could tell him how I feel and risk changing everything, or keep the friendship I already have. So far, I've chosen him, even if it means loving him quietly.

I’m In Love With My Best Friend, But I’d Rather Keep Him

Think you know your chances of finding love? Take Aura’s quiz to discover what your answers reveal about your approach to love, dating, and relationships.


How Likely Are You to Find Love? Take Our Quiz to Find Out


We asked 10 Nigerians what their ex still has that nobody has come to collect. The answers are chaotic, specific, and more revealing than anyone planned.

An Investigation Into Things Nigerians Are Still Holding Onto From Their Exes.

Some couples fight about serious things. Others can turn the smallest, most ridiculous incident into a full-blown war. We asked couples to confess the pettiest fights they've ever had, and honestly, love is not for the weak.

We Asked Couples About The Dumbest Fights They've Ever Had

Some people block immediately. Some stalk their ex’s new girlfriend. Some pretend they’re fine until 2 a.m. Take this quiz to find out what your breakup behaviour says about the kind of ex you become.

What Kind Of Ex Are You?

Teni was finally ready to move on after a brutal breakup, so her friend convinced her to join a dating app. Everything was going fine until a few questions about her surname and family turned a promising match into a full-blown family meeting.

"I Matched With My Cousin On A Dating App": A Story About Small Lagos.

We asked 15 Nigerian couples the unwritten rules keeping their relationships running — some sweet, some petty, some pure comedy.

The Unwritten Rules Every Nigerian Couple Is Secretly Following

Love is real. Love is also not a pension plan, not a hospital bill, not school fees. One Nigerian woman on the impossible choice between the man she loved and the future she needed.

The Nigerian Relationship Ultimatum: Love Him Or Leave Him For Someone Who Can Afford Her Future


What does your boyfriend’s Twitter algorithm say about him? From relationship advice to manosphere content, here’s what those patterns might reveal.

Social Issues

Girl, Check His Twitter. His Algorithm Might Know Him Better Than You Do

You wanted freedom. You got rent, bills, empty fridges and a new respect for your parents. Nine Nigerians share the things moving out taught them the hard way.

The Things You Only Understand After Moving Out Of Your Parents’ House

You paid for it yourself. You chose the design. You even sat through the pain but somehow the hardest part of getting a tattoo in Nigeria is walking back through your parents' front door. Here's everything you need to know to survive it.

Getting A Tattoo In A Nigerian Home: A Survival Guide For The Bold And The Reckless

We grew up thinking these were universal laws: don't eat the meat first, don't eat at a friend's house without permission, hand over any money a visitor gives you. Here are some Nigerian childhood rules that made sense then and make absolutely no sense now.

Things Nigerian Parents Banned Us From Doing For Absolutely No Reason

What happens when you call off a wedding after the asoebi has been bought, vendors paid, and both families are already celebrating? We asked 10 Nigerians about the money, awkward conversations, family drama, and unexpected things that happened after.

Asoebi Was Already Bought: 10 People on What Happened After They Called Off Their Wedding

This is not a motivation post. This is permission to be tired and an honest conversation about why young Nigerians are burnt out from trying in a system that was never built to support them.

This Is Not A Motivation Post. This Is Permission To Be Tired.

From “money is meant to be spent” to “government jobs are the safest,” here are seventeen pieces of money advice many Nigerians now regret following.


17 Pieces of Money Advice Nigerians Regret Following 


The job ended. The savings ran out. I moved back into my childhood bedroom at 29 and my dad said I told you so, my mum anointed my CV with olive oil, and my sister watched everything in silence. Here is the full, unfiltered story.

The Deliverance Service, The Anointed CV, And Everything Else That Happened When I Moved Back Home At 29

Nigerians share the heartbreaking sacrifices their parents made to give them a better life—from giving up careers and enduring abuse to surviving unimaginable hardships for their children’s future.


Nigerians Share the Sacrifices Their Parents Made to Give Them a Better Life (PT 1)


Real married Nigerian women share what they wish they knew before getting married — from financial surprises and in-law realities to loneliness, emotional labour, and the truth about the first year of marriage.

We Asked Married Women: What Do You Wish Someone Had Told You Before The Wedding? 

From being laughed at for dancing to becoming an excellent performer, makeup artist, and content creator, Kyauta is building her dream life through sheer determination.

Career

Kyauta Is Proof That You Can Become Good at Anything You Refuse to Give Up On


Mic Drop winner Moyosola opens up about identity, creativity, ambition, and building a career on her own terms beyond the competition.

Beyond the Mic Drop Stage, Moyosola Was Born to Stand Out


Jasmine Ugwoke opens up about leaving behind 100K followers, unlearning virality, starting over, and building a personal brand on her own terms.


Jasmine Ugwoke Had 100K Followers. Then She Started Over.


From travelling between Abeokuta and Lagos for events to gaining over 7,000 followers from a single livestream, Boluwatife is building a creator career by treating every room, connection, and opportunity as an investment in her future.


Boluwatife is What Betting on Yourself Looks Like

Safety specialist. Mother. Wife. And the founder quietly making hair care a movement. Francisca of Curls and Tresses holds nothing back.

This Nigerian Woman Runs One Business Across Two Countries, Works a 9-to-5, and Raises a Baby, Her Hair Care Routine Said "And What?"

From designer outfits and wigs to Uber rides, fine dining, and content creation, a Lagos content creator breaks down the real monthly cost of living the soft life in Nigeria.



Personal Style

Abeg, How Much Does the Lagos Baddie Lifestyle Really Cost?


A Good watch, A clean chain, one well-chosen ring. That's all it takes to make a woman miss her bus stop and text her best friend about a stranger. We investigated which accessories are responsible and exactly how to use them.

The Accessories Men Wear That Turn Women On

The new face of fashion is plus-size, African, queer, global, and completely done apologising. These are the 9 creators you need on your feed right now.

Celebrity Style

Big, Bold, and Unapologetically Stylish — The Plus-Size Creators You Need to Follow Right Now


Think people notice outfit repeats? Think again. This guide breaks down how to restyle one dress multiple ways without anyone clocking it.

I Wore the Same Dress to Three Events and Nobody Noticed. Here's How I Pulled It Off


There's a fine line between looking expensive and performing wealth, and most people are on the wrong side of it. Here are the 10 accessories that scream broke instead of bougie and what actually works.



10 Accessories That Make You Look Broke Instead of Rich


Find out stylish non-essentials to upgrade your rainy season wardrobe, from cosy layers to waterproof fashion pieces for a chic, weather-ready look.


Non-essentials to Upgrade Your Wardrobe This Rainy Season

Nigerian internet trolls women with broad shoulders, but the real problem is knowing how to dress your body type. Here's the inverted triangle styling guide you actually need.

Fashion Week

Why Do We Troll Women Just Because Of Their Bodies?

Looking expensive isn’t just about money. Avoid these common fashion mistakes and watch your style go from zero to a hundred.




Common Fashion Mistakes that Make You Look Cheap


Discover how to dress for your body type with simple, flattering style tips for every body shape. Learn how to choose outfits that highlight your best features and improve your personal style.


How to Dress for Your Body Type With Simple Style Tips That Flatter


A brief spotlight on the lesser-known brands and designers that generated the most buzz and why their collections stood out.


 Runway Looks from Paris Fashion Week Fashion Insiders Can’t Stop Talking About

If your blush never shows up, disappears by noon, or just looks off, it is not your skin. It is the information you were given. Here is the correct version.

Makeup & skincare

Dark Skin and Blush: The Application Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Glow

Discover different, step-by-step makeup routines for every occasion—from natural everyday looks to full glam—so you never look underdressed or overglammed.

Your Complete Guide to Makeup for Every Occasion

Thinking of getting dreadlocks? Discover the real maintenance, pros, and lessons from a seven-year journey.

Hair

The Truth About Dreadlocks Nobody Talks About


A beginner-friendly skincare guide for men: learn the 3 essential steps; cleanser, moisturiser, and sunscreen, for clearer, healthier skin.

Your Guy Bayo Has Been Lying To You. His Skin Didn't Just "Clear Up"

The wrong wig is sitting in a bag somewhere in your room and we both know it. Here's the beginner's guide to buying wigs that actually suit your face, your life, and your budget, no more trial and error.

How To Buy A Wig That Actually Suits You

These 11 skincare habits could be causing your acne, breakouts, and dull skin. Learn how to fix them and finally achieve clear, glowing, glass skin.


11 Skincare Habits Standing Between You and Your Glass Skin

Learn the common STI symptoms, how to know if you have an STI, where to get tested in Nigeria, and what to do next. A clear, stigma-free guide to sexual health.


Health & Fitness

How to Know If You Have an STI


You don’t need full glam to look powerful. This is the 10-minute routine for women who want to look polished, confident, and in control.


The Beauty Routine of Women Who Don't Have Time for Beauty Routines


Stole Busayo Joan’s glam secrets. Here are the exact products for a flawless face beat, especially for girls battling hyperpigmentation.

Everything You Need For a Flawless Face Glam, According To Busayo Joan


Discover how beauty in 2026 is about self-love, intentional routines, and confidence—not trends. Learn to define your own standards this love month.



Beauty in 2026: How to Curate Your Own Standards and Choose Yourself



Meet David Imogie, the filmmaker, producer, and creative economy strategist using film to tell stories that matter, spark conversations, and create impact beyond the screen.


Op-ed

David Imogie: Telling Stories That Matter, Beyond the Screen


Think you have what it takes to survive the Big Brother Naija house? Your personality, strategy, and choices might determine whether you become the first evicted, a fan-favourite, or the season’s winner.


Festivals & Events

You’re Entering the BBNaija House: Make 10 Choices and We’ll Predict How Far You’ll Go

Everyone around you seems to be making it. But nobody ever stopped to ask you what making it actually means to you or whether you chose that definition yourself.

Wellness & Spirituality

What Does "Making It" Actually Mean To You?

After years of loving each other across continents, we thought marriage would finally close that chapter. This is what happened when distance found its way into our marriage again.


We Thought We Were Done With Long Distance. But Marriage Had Other Plans.


What does depression really feel like? In this deeply personal essay, Vee reflects on invisible suffering, faith, loneliness, and the slow, imperfect journey back to wanting tomorrow.

The Dark, Terrible Pit Called Depression and What It Did to Me


From six-figure salaries to luxury lifestyles, social media has rewritten the rules of success. Here are some lies that could be shaping your mindset more than you realise.

7 Lies Social Media Has Convinced Us to Believe About  Success

These everyday habits could be making your life harder than it needs to be. Learn what they are and how to break free.


5 Everyday Habits Making Your Life Harder Than It Needs to Be


I thought ‘no’ would just protect my account balance. Instead, it exposed who actually valued me—and who just valued my availability.


I Didn't Realise How Much Money Controlled My Relationships — Until I Started Saying No


These phrases have been repeated so many times that they became background noise but underneath each one is an unresolved wound that was never examined, just passed on.

7 Things African Parents Say That Are Actually Generational Trauma In Disguise

Soft life, self-love, no time for anybody, it sounds like growth, but what if the independence is real and the isolation is just hiding underneath the aesthetic?

5 Signs Your 'Independent Woman' Era Is Actually Just Loneliness With Better Branding


Antonella Ghonda’s disability isn’t slowing her down and she’s shattering fashion norms and dominating the world’s biggest runways with power and purpose.

Covers

Fashion Has a New Face And She’s Unstoppable


A captivating narrative about Venita's inspiring journey, as a successful single mother in the entertainment industry, she challenges traditional gender roles, balancing her career with parenthood and redefining domesticity. Her resilience, openness about life's challenges, and thriving career make her an empowering role model.

Venita Akpofure Is Defying Stereotypes And Patriarchal Norms

Discover the inspiring journey of Diane Russet, an It girl making a name for herself in the entertainment and beauty industry. From her early years to her move to Hungary and Cyprus, Diane's story is one of resilience and unwavering determination. 

Diane Russet - A Tale of Hard Work and Dedication

Growing up, I often felt torn between two different identities, unsure of how to navigate my place in the world.” she says. “But then it also comes with this thing where people feel like they know you, even though they don’t says Maria on the January /February issue

Maria Chike – On A Journey Of Self-Discovery And Pursuit Of Passion

LayzeeElla Graces the October Issue of Aura Magazine

LayzeeElla Is Quintessentially Unconventional

Idia Aisien Stars on the cover of Aura Magazine

Idia Aisien Talks Overcoming Fear of Failure & Finding Balance While Advancing in Her Career

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In this episode, our hosts discuss with recording artiste candy bleakz about growing up in Nigeria, her creativity, and what it means to go against the stereotype as a woman in the music industry.

Girl, Check His Twitter. His Algorithm Might Know Him Better Than You Do

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Glo Up Chronicles

Out & Unbothered

Fashion Has a New Face And She’s Unstoppable

Going Against The Gender Stereotype