Author: Maggie

After being the 11th housemate to be evicted for the big brother Naija house, Gedoni has started granting interviews. To clarify issues that went on in the house and let known his plans for the near future. Interviewer: you’ve been out of the house a while now, what has the public reception been like for you? Gedoni: It’s been an array of mixed feelings. I’ve been received a lot of love. A lot of love has been shown to me and of course, the hate too on the other side. Truthfully, I don’t think I was really prepared for what…

As much as Nollywood has greatly improved, don’t you sometimes just think about some of your faves from the past and wish they were still here? Or even while watching a movie, get slightly annoyed because you know a certain actor who would have totally brought more life to the character if they were alive?

I think that most men don’t know what kind of relationship to have with their mothers once they get into a serious relationship or even when they get married. Most people will not even have this conversation if you’re referring to a girlfriend. And for that reason, I’ll be focusing solely on the wife. The mother-son relationship is really a complicated one.  There’s nothing more attractive to a woman than a man who takes his mom very seriously, looks out for her and goes to great lengths for her and the whole family at large. Similarly, there’s nothing more unattractive…

Body Decorations Body decorations are not new in the world. It is done by different people for various reasons. Some people believe that tattoos, piercings, and lalle designs are ways of expressing oneself. For some others, it is embedded in their cultures and traditions. In ancient Egypt, body decorations were part of their culture. Cleopatra and Nefertiti were known to have used it to color their hair. It was also commonly used for many centuries in India, the Middle East, and Africa. Where there are various types of body decorations across the world, this article focuses on the traditional decorations…

Nigerians and Africans at large are known for their cultural diversity in every aspect. Especially in food. Africans take pride rather broad cooking skills since the days of our forefathers (or fore-mothers in this case). Local spices were more commonly used back in the days and from stories we’ve read and heard, the deliciousness of the food could not in fact be overemphasized. Local spices are still used among us today only that, there’s now limited knowledge concerning their uses and their nature. I have done intense research to curate some of these spices and their uses because perhaps it will go…

The first step to making your dream come true is that you’re willing, to be honest with yourself and stop lying on where you stand. For instance, I just remembered one of the many times I decided to be part of the whole fitfam movement. I actually sat down and did whole meal prep and researched on healthier options as a lifestyle. It was a lot of struggle and I kept telling myself I was doing the right thing even though I would always eat eggroll every now and then. I asked several people and it turns out that I’m not the only…

Do you believe that angels do exist among us? Because I just found one.   Meet Dr. Olawale Suleiman a US-based Nigerian who travels monthly to perform free surgery. As if the life of a neurosurgeon isn’t busy enough, one dedicated doctor manages to split his time between New Orleans — and Nigeria. Dr. Olawale Suleiman, a neurosurgeon at Ochsner Hospital, finds himself on a plane each month bouncing between two continents. While in Nigeria, he performs free surgeries.  Dr. Olawale Suleiman who is a professor of neurosurgery and spine surgery. He is also the system chairman of the department of neurosurgery at…

It seems that these days, everyone is talking about a minimalist lifestyle. Having is a budget is so important. More so now. From tiny homes to possessing less stuff, to even minimizing the dependency on money, a minimalist lifestyle is very attractive to folks looking for a change. But how about saving money/ it seems many assume that if you go minimalist, you automatically save tons of money. The reality is the savings and budgeting changes. Today, I want to share with you how to save money as a minimalist.  Budget Until you cannot Budget Anymore Budgeting is key to saving money, no matter what…

Gaslighting is used to describe abusive behaviour, specifically when an abuser manipulates information in such a way as to make the victim question his or her sanity. Gaslighting intentionally makes someone doubt their memories or perception of reality. The term “Gaslighting” can be traced back to a 1938 play. British playwright Patrick Hamilton created “Gaslight,” a mystery/thriller that premiered in London and played there for 6 months. But most folks familiar with the history of the term think back to the 1944 film adaptation of the play, “Gaslight.” The movie stars Charles Boyer and Ingrid Bergman. They play a married…

Nigerians are known for their love of soft drinks, tea, and including caffeine drinks like coffee and energy drinks. There has been a recorded increase in the intake of caffeine in the country. There has never been a need for Nigeria to produce it but the growing Nigerian demand for the beverage, particularly among young middle class and the well-traveled, could soon change that. While still low, coffee consumption in Nigeria rose by more than 20% between 2010 and 2015. Euro monitor predicts Nigerians will drink more than 1,000 tons of coffee in 2020. Caffeine is found all around us.…

So I came across this story of a girl and her dad in the US. And It got me thinking in relation to the difference in parenting across the world. are and all of that. Why don’t you read the story first and then we can talk about it. Everyone loves getting cards on their birthday. But a Tennessee woman got a card from her father that she’ll cherish forever. Bailey Sellers’ father, Mike Sellers, died of Stage IV pancreatic cancer in 2013, just a few months before her 17th birthday. But her dad made sure he could still celebrate…

Twenty-year-old Disney Channel star Cameron Boyce died from a fatal seizure, according to his family. While the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner has yet to determine Boyce’s official cause of death, the tragedy has shined a light on a rare but devastating reality: each year, about 1 in 1,000 people with epilepsy suddenly die. Most of these deaths occur during or after seizures, which can cause people to stop breathing and can trigger dangerous irregular heart rhythms. An estimated 3.4 million Americans have epilepsy, according to the regulatory bodies, those with uncontrolled seizures are at higher risk for an unexpected…

Let’s talk about yeast infection for a moment. My ladies can totally relate when I say it is one of the worse and most annoying thing ever. I started hearing a lot of complaints about it. I then got really curious as to what causes it and everything that concerns it. We all know how when you ask Google a question, it gives you over 1,000 answers that vary so you’re actually confused as to which is accurate or which applies to you. This whole situation led me to ask medical professionals; doctors, pharmacists and nurses alike questions about yeast…

With this Nigerian sun, almost every girl I know is looking for something to use for her skin. The boys are not even left out. This season is really favourable to those that are into cosmetics that is soaps and cream making. There are myriad of products out there right now. The moment you just check Instagram, those businesses appear. A couple of times, I’ve had to purchase soaps and creams alike simply because my skin decides to have a brain of itself and look so dull. There’s nothing wrong with that. There other times I’ve needed something to brighten…

Mental health in Nigeria is an issue that has not been taken seriously. It is no wonder there is now widespread insanity in the country. The social perception and attitude of mental health didn’t just start in recent times. Those who have been before us are to be blamed. The misconceptions started long before us. It is important to refer back to the past because that’s the only way we can tackle these misconceptions. And truly understand where to go from here. Historically speaking, it was believed that mental illness was as a consequence or outcome of our actions. Such…

Looking back, in Nigeria, there’s no denying that women have come a long way. Referring to the issues of inequality and chauvinism. Although women have made great strides toward gender and income equality in the workplace, too few have addressed another challenge that hits even closer to home: providing for their own long-term financial security. I came across this article and a few pointers that will be really helpful. Feeling insecure about their level of financial acumen can deter women from making empowered life decisions. According to new research from Edward Jones’s Female Empowerment Survey, about 38% of women said…

When people are single and searching, it is not uncommon for them to ask questions such as, ‘what do I need to do right to meet that special person who will become the love of my life?’ Other frequently-asked questions for people like this are: ‘what am I getting wrong?’ ‘what do I need to do better?’ and ‘what do I need to get right?’ If you are single and need to know which habits will make it easier to get the type of man or woman you desire, here are some of them below. Mind you, these are not conclusive…

1. Create Space for Yourself Have you ever heard the saying, “You can’t see the forest for the trees?” Sometimes, when we have our heads down, and we’re immersed in our everyday lives, it’s hard to see what’s really going on. Life is busy, so if you want to become more self-aware, you have to create space for yourself. I don’t necessarily mean a meditation room, although that might help. What I mean is, you need to carve out time in your day to reflect on your life. How are you feeling? Are you stressed, worried, or upset? Are you filled with…

Lemons are awesome fruits. Aside from adding it to our beauty regimens for glowing skin and lustrous hair, it can be infused into our local and international recipes for flavor. Lemons contain amazing health benefits and we also love to juice them to lose some weight. When life hands you lemons, open your arms wide and say, “Thank you, Life!” because lemons are awesome — no lemonade required. They’re a firm staple in our refrigerator and a key ingredient in many foods. We love to juice them, zest them, and preserve them. (And fine — lemonade isn’t so bad either.) But the wonders of lemons…

It’s the age-old supposed cure-all for all of life’s woes (especially involving matters of the heart): “loving yourself first.” I don’t know how many times I’ve had to hear this, but I imagine the number is up there because what I do know is how many times I’ve thought to myself: what does that even mean. Because it used to sound to me like some weird form of narcissism or delusional way of not acknowledging anything wrong you’ve done. It used to sound like it meant you shouldn’t take responsibility for yourself or something like that. But low and behold,…

At some point, you have wondered if someone finds you attractive and if they think of you as gorgeous and sexy. The thought or knowledge that someone finds you sexy is one that unquestionably makes one kinda giddy. Being sexy is a form of attraction that is largely based on how you appeal to someone in a sensual manner. Being considered sexy is to be considered sexually interesting or exciting… to radiate sexuality. And this, really, is not such a bad thing. Forget your traditional, cultural beliefs and ingrained principles of chastity. Sexual attraction is a requisite component of any romantic relationship. It’s basically…