What Nigerians Should Know About Genetically Modified Foods
With the human population on the rise, how much food conventional agriculture can yield in decades to come is a question of necessity. But as technology proffers time-bound solutions for problems which plague humanity, answers to food security seem not to be farfetched. It is an almost inevitable reality that a considerable fraction of organic […]
The Lekki Arts and Craft Market, Lagos
There are a few places where crafts are worth their quality and price value. The Lekki Arts and Craft Market in Lagos is one of them. Though inconspicuously sited, sandwiched between streets with barely a sign announcing its presence, the art market is stocked with truly African art from within and beyond Nigeria. The Lekki […]
9 Common Nigerian Groundnut Recipes
There are many ways to cook a meal, over a hundred perhaps, for a food as ordinary as groundnuts. Here are nine ways groundnuts are commonly prepared as food in Nigeria. Boiled groundnuts These are definitely the easiest to prepare. All it takes is about 10 minutes of boiling the nuts in their shells which […]
What to Do When ASUU Strikes
Some circumstances are definitely beyond our control. For the average Nigerian student, the wide lot that must go through subsidized federal and state universities and polytechnics, strikes by academic and non-academic staff unions are almost inevitable. But what do you do when ASUU strikes? A broad majority of Nigerian students are entitled to free food, […]
Lufasi Nature Park, Lagos
For the natural park lover, every other form of recreation pales in comparison to finding one in Lagos. Situated along the Lekki-Epe Expressway (Km 41) is the Lufasi Nature Park, after Ajah Roundabout, Abraham Adesanya Estate, Lagos Business School, and Novare Lekki Mall (Shoprite). With recreation as its secondary purpose, Lufasi Park is given […]
Why Not To Mix Different Household Cleaning Agents
Just like most chemicals, all household cleaning products, as domestic as they might look in containers, should be handled with care. More critical is the combination of these cleaning products in a bid to formulate what is perceived to be more effective than the individual content. Combining liquids might result in possibly explosive mixtures and […]
How to Prevent Mildew from Wrecking Your Home during the Rainy Season
It is not only embarrassing to find mildew growing on supposedly neat clothes or furniture. It could also be unwholesome for one’s health or pose potential damage to property. The rainy season creates favourable conditions which encourage fungal growth on surfaces like cloth, leather, and wood and on damp places.Extra care is required in keeping […]
10 Ways to Enhance Your Home’s Beauty
A home without décor is like a woman without her accessories. Our eyes are created to appreciate beauty and this is why looking good is appealing and beautiful scenery relieves tension. Here are ways you can enhance the beauty of your home. Ankara: Bring a touch of vibrancy into your home using colourful Ankara pieces. […]
How to Make Potpourri
Potpourri is one of the many cool ways of putting your garden’s products to use. Instead of tossing those fallen flowers, leaves, or tree barks, turn them into a mixture for deodorizing and accenting the beauty of your home. If you discover you have more than you need from your garden, you can turn it into business. […]
Fabrics That Are A Lady’s Best Friend
Beyond and beneath the sophistication of a premium lace gown, a pair of fitting jeans or an executive corporate two-piece suit, lies a lady’s need to be covered by the most body-friendly wear. Lightweight cotton is considered healthy because, unlike other synthetic materials, they are able to allow aeration and do not trap moisture and […]
On Reviving Nigerian Textile Industries: How Nigerian are Made-in-Nigeria Wears?
Nigeria’s textile manufacturing industries have never been so much in need of a revival as now when the nation’s tailoring sphere is seeing a crop of professional designers, and made-in-Nigeria wears have begun to blossom with acclaimed recognition within and beyond the country. But the question that continues to beg is, how Nigerian are made-in-Nigeria […]
10 Types of Fabrics Available in Nigerian Markets
It might mean no big deal for the seasoned cloth merchant or the up-to-date tailor, but those that are not quite conversant with Nigerian fashion may not fully comprehend the variety that greets the eye in local Nigerian cloth markets. Various designs and grades of fabrics have been developed to satisfy wide tastes and suit […]
8 Nigerian Gardens to Follow on Instagram
Looking for where to get plants to start up a garden is not hard to find. From a friend or neighbor who is willing to share, to roadside plant growers or botanical gardens in professional institutions. There are also professional Nigerian gardeners who have taken to Instagram to showcase their gardens and skill. Here are […]
20 Commonly Grown Flowers in Nigeria
Just before you source for flowers for your garden, you might want to know their names and a little more about them. Here are twenty you can find in Nigeria. 1. Aloe Vera: The popular succulent aloe is easy to grow and is grown for beauty and medicinal purposes. 2. Cacti: Because of its thorns, […]
15 Trees Popularly Used for Landscaping in Nigeria
Though they may not bear edible fruits, one cannot deny the elegance that ornamental trees bring to a place. They are the beauty of parks and gardens and add to the charm of a well-structured estate. In addition to landscaping, Prof B.N. Mbah a senior lecturer at the University of Nigeria Nsukka states that trees […]
How to Plant Your Own Fruit Trees
If you have a compound large enough to take a large plant or more, it would be both interesting and rewarding to cultivate fruit trees. In addition to the satisfaction of harvesting your own fruits, these trees confer their characteristic smell on the environment. They purify the air thereby creating an ambience that nature lovers […]