Hotels.ng Launches Mobile App
16th November 2017
Nigeria’s biggest online booking agency, Hotels.ng, has announced the launch of its mobile app which was created to ease the process of finding and booking hotels for its users. The company’s CEO, Mark Essien, stated via Twitter that the Hotels.ng app was developed by members of its 2017 internship programme. In the tweet, he requested … Continue reading Hotels.ng Launches Mobile App
Citizens Sign Petition Against the Lagos State Governor For Increase in Toll Gate Fares
3rd November 2017
According to a petition at CitizenGo, as at 17:12 on the 3rd of November, 2,931 people are against the recent increase of toll gate fares announced by the Lekki Concession Company Ltd. The petition which was created by Ngozi Ihedigbo is to stop the government from implementing the increase come 8th of November 2017, as they’ve … Continue reading Citizens Sign Petition Against the Lagos State Governor For Increase in Toll Gate Fares
Highlights from HLFDW 2017: Day 2
27th October 2017
Here are some of the highlights from Day 2 HLFDW 2017 event: Read highlights from Day 1 here: Assian, Nigeria’s first and only fashion brand for the plus-size men, showcased under the Aboutthatcurvylife collective, and as usual revealed fashion-forward styles for the plus-size edgy guy. See some pictures below: Egbuonu Osuare, the founder of ‘Osuare’ … Continue reading Highlights from HLFDW 2017: Day 2
Aiteo Group Takes Over Sponsorship of the CAF Awards
19th October 2017
The Nigeria’s foremost energy solutions company, Aiteo Group, announced in a Press Release that it has signed a partnership agreement with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on the sponsorship of its annual award event, the CAF Awards. The yearly award which dates back to the 1970s is organized to honour footballers and individuals who have … Continue reading Aiteo Group Takes Over Sponsorship of the CAF Awards
Learn How to Brand your Company with Uju Obuekwe
11th October 2017
Branding is one of the best business investments you can make. It expands your reach online, on the streets and general referrals. Branding determines how your customers experience and identify you. In short, it’s a way of making your business stand out. Your brand should reflect what your business stands for and what sets it … Continue reading Learn How to Brand your Company with Uju Obuekwe
Doctors and Herbal Medicine
31st August 2017
I have a thing about doctors: I don’t like them. I’ve had to visit the hospital a few times too many in my short life and each time this thing for doctors worsens. While I realize that doctors are important, I mean I run to them anytime anything aches, I think they’re doing us a disservice. My beef … Continue reading Doctors and Herbal Medicine
The Saga of Agabi and the Bomb Smelling Chips
I hate the idea of robots. Have you ever watched any of those futuristic movies where robots run the show or co-inhabit with humans? Aside from the fact that it’s creepy and makes you wish Jesus could come sooner before we actually get there, there’s one aspect of it I am not able to ignore–Robots … Continue reading The Saga of Agabi and the Bomb Smelling Chips
LEARN A SKILL WEDNESDAY: How to Start a Balcony Pot Garden
30th August 2017
Living in a small house or in an upstairs flat can be disappointing for gardeners or people interested in gardening. One of my aunts says that gardening is therapeutic and can often bring healing to a broken soul. I don’t know about healing, but there’s something about digging your hands in the moist soil; burying … Continue reading LEARN A SKILL WEDNESDAY: How to Start a Balcony Pot Garden
Our Economy is Getting Better?
29th August 2017
President Buhari, on Monday, after receiving a briefing at the Presidential Villa in Abuja from the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Senator Udoma Udo Udoma; the Minister for Finance, Mrs Kemi Adeosun and Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Godwin Emefiele, declared that the Nigerian economy is getting better. I wonder what … Continue reading Our Economy is Getting Better?
President Buhari’s Live Broadcast (Watch Video)
21st August 2017
President Buhari, following his return on Saturday afternoon, has addressed Nigerians in a 5-minute broadcast. This is following the promise by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, that the President will address the country on Monday morning. Watch the broadcast below:
President Buhari’s Live Broadcast by 7am, 21st August, 2017 (Full Text)
President Buhari following his return on Saturday afternoon has addressed Nigerians in a 5-minute broadcast. This is following the promise by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina that the President will address the country on Monday morning. Here’s a full transcript of the broadcast. My dear citizens, I am very grateful to … Continue reading President Buhari’s Live Broadcast by 7am, 21st August, 2017 (Full Text)
President Buhari’s Live Broadcast, Straight to the Point
On a 5-minute broadcast by President Buhari this morning by 7 am, two days after his touch down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport Abuja, he expresses his pleasure to be back and assures Nigerians that he was kept updated on the going-ons of the country. He however expressed his disappointment on the commentaries across the … Continue reading President Buhari’s Live Broadcast, Straight to the Point
TD Jakes, Wayne Malcolm, Donnie McClurkin Set for House on the Rock’s Spirit Life Conference
20th August 2017
The Long awaited Spirit Life Conference is here again. This time, House on the Rock, the host of this annual conference, is set to cause a revolution. Imagine a conference with T.D Jakes, Paul Adefarasin (host), Funke Felix-Adejumo, Tudor Bismark, and Wayne Malcolm speaking. Oh, and there would be Praise and Worship by Segun Obe, Sonnie … Continue reading TD Jakes, Wayne Malcolm, Donnie McClurkin Set for House on the Rock’s Spirit Life Conference
Our President is Back!
After over 90 days of medical leave, President Muhammadu Buhari finally returns. He arrived the presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Internationaal Airport Abuja yesterday afternoon, and stepped down from the Nigeria Air Force 001 by himself. He was greeted by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Chief of Staff to the President, Alhaji Abba Kyari, Service Chiefs and … Continue reading Our President is Back!
What To Do When They’re Pressing You – Dealing with Sleep Paralysis
13th August 2017
Don’t know about you, but there’s no worse feeling than that feeling like you’re awake but can’t seem to move a muscle. It used to freak me out, so bad that I dreaded falling asleep. The ordeal is so scary that many people who go through it are convinced that it’s induced by spiritual forces. … Continue reading What To Do When They’re Pressing You – Dealing with Sleep Paralysis
I’m Skinny, Do I Need Exercise?
I’m tired of people asking if I want to disappear every time they see me exercising. It is almost becoming offensive and I’m not just talking about the subtexts in that statement. This post is not for those people so let’s not go into that. This is for you and I who don’t get fat … Continue reading I’m Skinny, Do I Need Exercise?
Everyday in Naija: “Anything For Us?”
11th August 2017
You arrive the airport dishevelled and in need of oxygen, because you’ve been running since you woke up; first to the bathroom, then around your house like a squirrel, trying to find your dress, your shoe, even your hair was nowhere to be found. Then, you ran to the car, in fact, it took you … Continue reading Everyday in Naija: “Anything For Us?”
Ngozi Okonjo Iweala Receives the 2017 Aspen Institute Madeleine Albright Award
4th August 2017
Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, the former Nigerian Minister of Finance, just shared the news on her twitter account about winning the 2017 Aspen Institute Madeleine Albright award. At the event she spoke about how technology is enabling development and development-spurring technology. We say congratulations. See her tweets about the award and the event below: Honored also … Continue reading Ngozi Okonjo Iweala Receives the 2017 Aspen Institute Madeleine Albright Award
Aliko Dangote, Donald Duke, Femi Otedola, Others At Omotola’s Private Viewing of ‘Alter Ego’
Alter Ego, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde’s come-back movie after a three-year hiatus, premiered on July 7 at Intercontinental Hotel, Lagos. Alter Ego was produced by Sidomex Universal in conjunction with Sneeze Films and stars Omotola Jalade- Ekeinde, Wale Ojo, Kunle Remi, Bobby Obodo, Jide Kosoko, Sexy Steel, Gregory Ojefua and others. Omotola hosted a private viewing of … Continue reading Aliko Dangote, Donald Duke, Femi Otedola, Others At Omotola’s Private Viewing of ‘Alter Ego’
The Ultimate Nigerian White Wedding Checklist: From Engagement to the D-Day!
31st July 2017
Weddings are always a hassle. You think you have everything covered until it’s the wedding morning and someone asks, ‘Where are the wedding rings?’ and your head scatters. We’ve taken time to put down a detailed list of everything you would need to buy, reserve, order and arrange for your wedding. However, note that not … Continue reading The Ultimate Nigerian White Wedding Checklist: From Engagement to the D-Day!
Top 10 Mama Put Joints in Lagos
30th July 2017
The busy life in Lagos has had many people stow away their pots and pans, no wonder food is a major business in Lagos. There’s probably a food vendor at every corner selling Nigerian delicacies; these food vendors are commonly called Mama Put. People still want homemade affordable food despite their busy schedules and so … Continue reading Top 10 Mama Put Joints in Lagos
How to Enjoy Your Relationship Despite Lagos Traffic
27th July 2017
It’s Friday night and of course you wouldn’t spend it at home. What to do? It’s just 7pm, the night is early. So you call your girlfriend. ‘Care for a date?’ You ask. ‘Where?’ she asks. ‘I was thinking the movies.’ She squeals and gets off the phone to get dressed. You make a detour … Continue reading How to Enjoy Your Relationship Despite Lagos Traffic
Get Capital to Start Your Business at the FCMB #FlexxYourCreativity Contest
Are you looking for capital to start your business? Well, who isn’t? So if you’re a makeup pro, hair stylist, and fashion accessories pro, this money is for you. FCMB #FlexxYourCreativity 2.0 contest is here to give you that capital! You have the chance to win ₦600,000. In addition, the winner will get to participate … Continue reading Get Capital to Start Your Business at the FCMB #FlexxYourCreativity Contest
Ikeja Bus Terminal, World Class Standard
Coming soon at Ikeja Lagos is a world class bus terminal, first of its kind in Nigeria. It is part of the projects for the Lagos Bus Reforms by Governor Akinwunmi Ambode. This is supposed to serve as a station for all bus transportation within the Ikeja axis, serving passengers who are headed towards Agege, … Continue reading Ikeja Bus Terminal, World Class Standard
Top 10 Interesting places to visit in Enugu
26th July 2017
Enugu is a state in the eastern part of Nigeria. Its name which came from two Igbo words, ‘enu’ and ‘ugwu’ translates ‘on top of the hill’, a name derived as a result of the city’s topography. Enugu is sometimes called the ‘coal city’ because that’s where coal was first found in Nigeria, it is also … Continue reading Top 10 Interesting places to visit in Enugu
10 Pictures of Zima Braid-Wigs That Had Us Gushing
23rd July 2017
At the wake of braid-wigs we all breathed a sigh of relief. Finally, we didn’t have to go through so much pain just to get braids in. However, there are braid-wigs and there are braid-wigs. Some look like a cap too big for your head while some are so lose they could fly off your … Continue reading 10 Pictures of Zima Braid-Wigs That Had Us Gushing
What to do if you put too much salt in food
21st July 2017
Added too much salt in your cooking and not sure what to do to remedy the situation? Here are a few tips to reduce the salt: 1. Add Potato: Peel an Irish potato, cut in two and put in the pot. Remove after cooking, before you serve the food. 2. Add Brown sugar or vinegar: … Continue reading What to do if you put too much salt in food
10 Things a Newly Married Woman in Nigeria Should Expect
20th July 2017
When my husband and I set our wedding date all I could think about was being married; I saw us sailing off into the sunset and being all lovey-dovey for the rest of our lives. Fortunately, our marriage counselling was an awakening that dandy and rosy doesn’t automatically happen in a union, but has to … Continue reading 10 Things a Newly Married Woman in Nigeria Should Expect
5 Things I learned From a Father I Don’t Remember – A Father’s Day Tribute
18th June 2017
It feels like I never met my father. Even though I knew him for the first two years of my life, I have no memory of him. Well, at least none that I recall. I grew up staring at pictures of him, memorizing his smile so that I could recreate it on my face. When … Continue reading 5 Things I learned From a Father I Don’t Remember – A Father’s Day Tribute
5 Ways We Can Save Our Dying Environment
5th June 2017
The world has advanced in ways that would shock our ancestors back to death if they were to wake up today. While I agree that these advancements makes daily living easier, we must acknowledge that a lot of the means for these developments are depleting our environment. There has never been a time when we … Continue reading 5 Ways We Can Save Our Dying Environment