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Other countries call it international labour day, and we emulate them as well, however, workers day in Nigeria is celebrated on the 1st of May every year to honour and recognize the hard work and dedication of the Nigerian workforce. The day is a national holiday in Nigeria and is celebrated by workers from all…

Labour Day, also known as International Workers' Day, is celebrated on May 1, every year in many countries around the world. This day is dedicated to the working class and their contributions to society. The history and evolution of Labour Day is a story of the struggles and triumphs of the labour movement. The origins…

With the increasing demand for high-performing individuals and the constant changes in technology and society, maintaining strong relationships, advancing in one's career and finding personal fulfilment could appear like a never-ending battle. However, there is a powerful tool that can help us tackle these challenges head-on: Emotional Intelligence. It refers to the ability to recognise…

In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in dress codes in Lagos restaurants. Many establishments have implemented policies that require their customers to adhere to a certain standard of the dress before they can be allowed to dine. While some argue that this is a necessary measure to maintain a certain level of…

Have you ever had a bad day and decided to go shopping at the mall or online to brighten yourself up? Or perhaps, you've overheard friends or family members discussing how they turn to shopping to deal with stress or other unpleasant feelings. Yet have you ever questioned whether this ‘retail therapy’ is genuinely good…

Toxic beauty standards and trends have been a long-standing issue in the beauty industry. The pressure to conform to unrealistic standards has led to a culture of body shaming, low self-esteem and even mental health issues. The beauty industry has been criticised for promoting these toxic standards, which are often unattainable and harmful to an…

Siblings are a common theme in pop culture, appearing in countless movies, TV shows, and literature. From heartwarming depictions of close-knit families to tense and dysfunctional relationships, the portrayal of siblings in pop culture reveals a lot about our cultural values and beliefs. One of the most common depictions of siblings in pop culture is…

There are many ways to celebrate Easter. Whether it’s spending time with family and friends, organising a big family gathering or just having friends over, it’s always fun to celebrate Easter with people you care about the most. You can have an Easter egg hunt or a scavenger hunt to add an extra bit of…

In December, 2022, randomly tuning in to a Nigerian channel, Galaxy TV, I watched a short clip on the ongoing brain drain, which has been hilariously tagged the ‘Japa movement’. What came to mind was the panel discussion slides prepared for the Young Medical Laboratory Scientists' yearly public health lecture on the same theme. In…

As we navigate the ever-changing and uncertain landscape of the Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous (VUCA) world, it is increasingly important to cultivate a growth mindset. A growth mindset is a belief that one's abilities and qualities can be developed and improved through effort, learning and dedication. This mindset contrasts with a fixed mindset, which is…

There is never a bad time to reassess your priorities and be deliberate about what matters most to you. To help you be intentional about your health and wellness, here are popular tips that can help you. Therapy: While one-on-one therapy is still significant and can never be replaced, additional therapies also do a great…

Do you remember the last time you got great news, and sharing the joyous moment with a friend made it more meaningful? Or when you were feeling blue, and the support a friend provided was all you needed to bounce back? How about the time you wanted to break from the stress of life and…