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Posted on Aug. 22, 2025, 8:26 a.m.
In Literature, Writing and Blogging
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In the bustling heart of Ibadan, where the sun painted the streets gold and the air buzzed with life, Tunde was a man who turned heads. His deep blue agbada, threaded with gold, flowed like a royal mantle, earning him nods of admiration and whispers of envy. To the world, Tunde was a man of style...
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Posted on Aug. 20, 2025, 2:32 p.m.
In People and Society
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The phrase “Na so love pour me spit for eye” captures a raw, visceral truth about love—its ability to blindside us, leaving us stunned, vulnerable, and sometimes humiliated. Love, in all its intoxicating glory, can feel like a sudden splash of spit in the eye: unexpected, disorienting, and a litt...
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Posted on Aug. 20, 2025, 2:16 p.m.
In People and Society
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Ah, the famous Nigerian restaurant standoff. The waiter drops the bill, everybody suddenly remembers their phone screen, and one person clears throat like they’re about to negotiate fuel subsidy.In Nigeria, splitting the bill is not just maths—it’s vibes, ego, and tradition. For many guys, paying...
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Posted on Aug. 19, 2025, 5:11 p.m.
In Women
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3 min read
In the heart of Abuja, where glass skyscrapers kissed the sky and the streets buzzed with the rhythm of ambition, lived Amara, a woman whose beauty was as sharp as a double-edged sword. Her penthouse in Maitama overlooked the city’s glittering lights, a throne from which she wielded her charm and...
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Posted on Aug. 19, 2025, 12:54 p.m.
In People and Society
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If you're a young person trying to make it right now, you know the script. You’re always on. Your calendar is a nightmare of back-to-back blocks: class, internship, side gig, study group. You’re fueled by caffeine and the fear of falling behind. The goal is clear: get the bag. Secure the bag. Bui...
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Posted on Aug. 17, 2025, 10:03 a.m.
In Literature, Writing and Blogging
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As a 19-year-old, fresh from earning my BSc in Accounting, living in the hustle and bustle of Abuja, nothing stings like checking my bank app after a long day and spotting some random “TRX FEE” draining my account. It’s like shouting, “Must you debit me?” As someone who’s spent years crunching nu...
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Posted on Aug. 14, 2025, 12:48 p.m.
In Beauty, Fashion and Lifestyle
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"Oga, even if na scent leaf, use abeg. Don’t kill us!"—a cheeky, heartfelt plea that captures the Nigerian struggle against the silent menace of body odour. This cry, laced with humor and urgency, speaks to a universal truth: in a hot, bustling country like Nigeria, personal freshness isn’t just ...
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Posted on Aug. 14, 2025, 11:19 a.m.
In People and Society
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Why Are We Ashamed of What Makes Us Unique?Shame often creeps in when we confront the parts of ourselves that feel too raw, too different, or too far from society’s polished ideals. The quirks, scars, and desires that shape our identity—our cultural roots, vulnerabilities, or unconventional passi...
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Posted on Aug. 13, 2025, 10:28 a.m.
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The phrase “Have you realized it’s also your parents’ first time?” carries a profound truth that often dawns on us later in life. As children, we tend to see our parents as all-knowing figures, the steady hands guiding us through the chaos of growing up. Yet, the reality is far more humbling: par...
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Posted on Aug. 12, 2025, 3:56 p.m.
In Literature, Writing and Blogging
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There’s a saying that goes, "If you accept breadcrumbs, don’t complain when you’re starving." It’s a brutal truth, especially in a country like Nigeria, where many people—out of fear, desperation, or pressure—settle for less than they deserve. Whether it’s in relationships, careers, or even gover...
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Posted on Aug. 10, 2025, 10:06 p.m.
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Yesterday, I graduated with a BSc in Accounting at 19—a milestone that should feel like a triumph. Instead, I’m staring at my empty inbox, wondering why my degree hasn’t magically unlocked a job offer. The reality? I’m part of the "unemployed graduate" club, a title that stings more than I expect...
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Posted on Aug. 10, 2025, 3:18 p.m.
In Relationships
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In the bustling streets of Lagos, where the sun beat down on hawkers selling plantain chips and okada riders weaving through traffic like angry hornets, lived Chinedu. At 32, he was a man adrift in a sea of his own making. Financially, he was a disaster—a freelance graphic designer whose clients ...
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Posted on Aug. 8, 2025, 9:22 a.m.
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In Nigeria, the idea of "help" is often wrapped in unspoken rules—some written, many not. Whether it’s a roadside mechanic demanding extra cash after fixing your car, a government official insisting on "processing fees" for a free service, or even a wealthy relative making you recite your entire ...
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Posted on Aug. 7, 2025, 11:53 a.m.
In Literature, Writing and Blogging
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So, I’m 19, just got my BSc in Accounting, and I’ve never been to a party—crazy, right? But I’ve heard all about them from friends and seen enough on social media to know they’re a big deal. One thing that keeps coming up is how the word “consent” just seems to disappear when alcohol’s in the mix...
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Posted on Aug. 6, 2025, 10:25 a.m.
In Relationships
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Appropriate Questions to Ask on a DateFirst dates are about connection, not a checklist. The right questions can ignite curiosity, spark laughter, and reveal the person behind the profile without feeling like an interrogation. Appropriate questions are thoughtful, open-ended, and respect boundari...
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Posted on Aug. 6, 2025, 10:15 a.m.
In People and Society
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The Lagos night was thick with heat and the hum of generators. Chinedu crouched behind a rusted danfo bus parked on a littered street in Oshodi, the weight of a battered .38 revolver pulling at his calloused hand. Sweat beaded on his brow, mixing with the dust of the day. Across the road, under t...
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Posted on Aug. 6, 2025, 10:11 a.m.
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The Lagos night was thick with heat and the hum of generators. Chinedu crouched behind a rusted danfo bus parked on a littered street in Oshodi, the weight of a battered .38 revolver pulling at his calloused hand. Sweat beaded on his brow, mixing with the dust of the day. Across the road, under t...
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Posted on Aug. 4, 2025, 11:05 p.m.
In People and Society
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The rain pounded the zinc roof of Mama Ngozi’s buka in Oshodi, the sound mixing with the sizzle of akara frying in hot oil. I sat at a wobbly table in the corner, my plastic chair creaking under me, a bottle of warm Fanta in my hand. My faded jeans were still damp from the downpour, and my braids...
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Posted on Aug. 4, 2025, 10:54 p.m.
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Living in Nigeria, where the hustle is real and everyone seems to have an opinion on your life, it’s easy to feel like someone’s always watching. Add the internet to the mix—data-hungry apps, WhatsApp forwards, and those targeted ads popping up after you search for “best jollof rice recipe”—and y...
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Posted on Aug. 3, 2025, 10:46 a.m.
In Psychology
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2 min read
The notion that prioritizing oneself is selfish has become a pervasive cultural undertone, but it’s worth asking: since when did self-care become synonymous with self-centeredness? The tension between personal well-being and societal expectations has never been more pronounced, especially in an e...
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Posted on Aug. 3, 2025, 7:19 a.m.
In People and Society
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4 min read
In the heart of Port Harcourt, where the Niger Delta’s oil money clashed with the grit of everyday hustle, lived Chidi, a smooth-talking mechanic with a smile that could charm the rust off a car. At 32, Chidi was known for fixing engines and breaking hearts, always slipping out of trouble with a ...
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Posted on Aug. 3, 2025, 6:57 a.m.
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In the bustling heart of Lagos, where the streets hummed with the rhythm of life—horns blaring, traders haggling, and okadas weaving through traffic like fearless acrobats—lived Amaka, a sharp-witted young woman with a knack for turning chaos into opportunity. Amaka wasn’t your average girl; she ...
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Posted on Aug. 3, 2025, 6:36 a.m.
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Why Always Blame the Woman for Getting Pregnant When It Takes Two to Tango?The persistent tendency to pin the blame on women for unplanned pregnancies reveals a deep-seated double standard rooted in societal norms and gendered expectations. It takes two to conceive, yet women disproportionately b...
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Posted on July 21, 2025, 7:14 p.m.
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"Just Let Me Be Me: Why We All Want to Be Seen for Our Own Thing"We live in a world where everyone’s running the same race—same goals, same trends, same definition of "success." But deep down, isn’t there a part of you that just wants to scream, "I’m not like them! See me for ME!"?In Nigeria, the...
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Posted on July 20, 2025, 3:09 p.m.
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"We Are All Pick Me’s in Our Own Way"Let’s be real—no matter how much we drag "pick me’s," we’ve all had our own pick me moments. That one time you laughed too loud at your crush’s dry joke? Pick me behavior. When you pretended to hate the latest trending show just to seem different? Classic pick...
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Posted on July 20, 2025, 1:49 p.m.
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In the bustling town of Ibadan, nestled among vibrant markets and dusty roads, lived a young man named Ajo. His name, meaning "savings" in Yoruba, was fitting, for Ajo was known for his thriftiness. Every kobo he earned from his tailoring shop was carefully tucked away in a small clay pot under h...
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Posted on July 20, 2025, 1:34 p.m.
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In the bustling city of Lagos, where the skyline glittered with ambition and the streets thrummed with opportunity, lived a man named Tunde. At thirty-five, Tunde was the kind of man who turned heads wherever he went—tall, broad-shouldered, with a smile that could charm a snake. But it was his lo...
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Posted on July 18, 2025, 12:11 p.m.
In Women
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4 min read
He Was a Red CanopyIn the heart of Abuja, where the sun painted the city gold and the harmattan dusted the streets with a fine, dry haze, Aisha first met Kenechukwu at a rooftop lounge in Wuse 2. The city’s skyline glittered below, a mosaic of glass and ambition, while Afrobeats pulsed through th...
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Posted on July 18, 2025, 11:44 a.m.
In Relationships
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2 min read
For one day, can we just ignore the opposite gender? I sound crazy for saying this but just for one day, can we just ignore any banter about men or women, any post dragging any man or woman, any '5 things you should do when talking to a man', '5 approaches you should try when talking to a woman',...
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Posted on July 12, 2025, 8:32 a.m.
In Nigeria
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In Nigeria, You’re Not Broke—You’re Just Temporarily Awaiting Financial Clearance from God or GTBank. The Deeper Truth:  The average Nigerian has mastered the art of surviving financial droughts with creativity, humor, and unwavering faith. Whether it’s navigating no light to charge your phone, b...
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