Features
8 Mar
Every year on March 8th, the world celebrates the political, cultural, social and economic achievements of women globally. The International Women's Day set aside to celebrate women worldwide garners attention from individuals and brands. Over time, different brands have found varying ways to celebrate women on this day, whether it is through special offers and…
7 Mar
In the harsh reality of present-day Nigeria, fuel scarcity, inflation, and ironically in the month of March as women are celebrated, the news of Bamise's kidnap and death has left us with nothing but sadness pointing to the dangers that women and girls face in a stereotyped community. Sadness at the dwindling state of present-day…
6 Mar
The marginalisation and oppression of women seem to be one point of convergence amongst all cultures in the world. History is littered with stories of women fighting for basic rights and an acknowledgement of their full humanity. In Nigeria, these tales are no different. The history of Nigeria and its becoming had a lot to…
6 Mar
Spoken in hush tones and taught to girls from a tender age, the age-long question often causes a stir when asked. The edition of the International Women’s Day is worth a trip down the annals of history to explore an empowering decision of the Nigerian judiciary, when the Supreme Court affirmed the right of…
6 Mar
“I alone cannot change the world but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripple effect”- Mother Theresa March is here and women are the epicentre of it all. The month of March is making a statement that it belongs to women of the world. This day is important globally because…
4 Mar
A great smelling home is one secret to having a great life. If there's one thing everyone needs, it's coming home to the sweet fragrances of essential oils, whether it comes from your reed diffuser or humidifier. It's the perfect way to relax after a long day, and it also keeps your home smelling clean…
4 Mar
Ladies narrate their most embarrassing fashion moments Many of us have experienced at least one incident when either our clothes or footwear decided to act up and embarrass us. It could be that moment when you hear the sound of your dress ripping in public, or the zipper decides to “rain on your parade” by…
3 Mar
Looking after your Ankara can be a really precarious thing particularly once you have cultivated the habit of washing your clothes with a washing machine. Not many put into consideration the fact the 100 percent ankara fabric should be treated with care. So this article is here to give you the 411, the basic way…
1 Mar
It is women’s month of celebration and also a time to bring awareness to some practices that are detrimental to the physical and psychological welfare of women globally. In the spirit of #BreakingTheBias, here are some harmful cultural practices that women face in some parts of the world. FGM Despite the reality that we are…
1 Mar
It's that time of the month again. The time where your salary comes in and goes with the wind. But you know what's worse than being broke? Figuring out that you spent all the money yourself. I can't count how many times I've picked up a calculator, adding and deducting expenses only to arrive at…
1 Mar
Nigerian students have taken to Twitter to express their displeasure at the unceasing strike action undertaken by members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Now a yearly occurrence, ASUU strikes impede the Nigerian educational system, throwing the academic calendar off course and extending the duration of study. A recent cover by Guardian Life…
1 Mar
‘‘I alone cannot change the world but i can cast a stone across the water to create many ripple effect’’ Mother Theresa March is here and women are the epicentre of it all. The month of March is making a statement that it belongs to women of the world. This day is important globally because…