Do You Know? Emmanuel Arinze Ifeajuna Was The First Black African To Win A Gold Medal At An International Sports Event
An Igbo from Onitsha, Anambra State, he was a science graduate of the University College of Ibadan and became involved in politics, later joining the military. Emmanuel Arinze Ifeajuna was a Nigerian army major and high jumper. He was the first Black African to win a gold medal at an international sports event when […]
Did You Know? Ikponmwosa ‘IK’ Osakioduwa Was Formerly Also Known As ‘WildChild’?
If you are a viewer of shows like Nigerian Idol or a lot of award shows in Nigeria, you probably have come across this guy. Ikponmwosa Osakioduwa, popularly referred to as ‘IK’. IK is a Nigerian radio and television on-air personality who is known for his work with Rhythm 93.7 FM. He is also […]
6 Natural Substitutes For Refined Sugar
Are you in love with refined sugar? Are you one of those who add two cubes of it to their beverage and then stealthily add an extra cube or two when no one is looking? Do you take one, two or more bottles of fizzy drink in a day? Do you pass off your fizzy […]
Did you Know? 7 Surprisingly Dirty Spots In Your Kitchen
If you were asked to name the germiest spots in your kitchen, the sink, trash can and stovetop would most likely take the first to third position. But are they truly the dirtiest spots in the kitchen? The answer is no. Germs are everywhere but they seem to have a lot of cool spots in […]
Did you Know? 5 Reasons Why Cake Tops Crack
Last week, I baked a red velvet cake that my family loved absolutely. It was moist and delicious and the colour was spot on. However, it had a fault. The top was cracked. I can’t remember the last time I baked a cake that cracked so much. It made me a little sad because it […]
Nigerian Man Rides To End Polio In Africa
An ambitious biker, Kunle Adeyanju, has hit the airwaves and has caused a stir on the internet as he embarked on a “charity ride” from London, the UK, to Lagos on the bike. It has been 14 days since he last set out. According to him, his ride was to create an awareness to end […]
Did You Know? 6 Lemon Kitchen Cleaning Hacks That You Should Know
Lemon is a citrus fruit that is valued for its health and cooking benefits. But its usefulness does not end there. This naturally acidic fruit also has some pretty impressive multi-purpose cleaning uses that will surprise and impress you. Below are six of them: Read more about Did you know? 1. Cleaning the Kitchen Sink: […]
Did you Know? The Benefits Of Portion Control
Most habits that we struggle with in adulthood were acquired in childhood. Overeating is one such habit. Until recently, most Nigerian parents had no understanding of the concept of serving size. They just knew that well-fed children were healthy children and food wastage was a sin. Therefore, when their children were served a portion of […]
Did you Know? 6 Carrot Inspired Foods for Easter
I still believe Nigerians do not associate specific foods with the Easter celebration. Oh yes, we neither have a ham, chocolate egg, Easter bread food tradition nor the easter bunnies egg delivery oral tradition to inspire good behaviour in our children. So, we treat the holiday like we would special days like birthdays, anniversaries, and […]
Did you Know? 7 Keys To Heart Burn Management
Most of us have experienced heartburn at one point in time or the other. Ironically, this condition which is quite uncomfortable has nothing to do with the heart. Rather, it is an acid reflux situation that produces a burning sensation in the chest. This feeling is caused by stomach acids that have travelled in the […]
Did you Know? 6 Ways To Care For Your Gut
In human anatomy, the intestine is also known as the bowel or gut. It is that part of the gastrointestinal tract that extends from the pyloric sphincter of the stomach to the anus. The gut is a part of our digestive system. As such, it works hand in hand with other organs to ensure that […]
Did You Know: Hidden Treasures In Nigeria To Explore In 2022 (Pt 2)
Have you ever read through the packages offered by other countries for tourism? There is so much Nigeria has that has not been material for tourism exploration. We have looked at rolling hills, sand dunes, waterfalls, quarries, etc. but there are still more hidden treasures to tap into in Nigeria. Read more about Tourism There […]
Have You Heard Of The New Aviation Spring Alliance?
An alliance in the aviation industry is an agreement between two or more airlines to cooperate or form a partnership for a purpose. Over the years, there have been different global airline alliances. Such as Skyteam alliance, Oneworld alliance, Value alliance, Vanilla alliance, U-Fly alliance, and Star Alliance. Read more about Did you know? Lufthansa, […]
7 Ways To Jazz Up Your Oats Porridge
Oat porridge is a staple in my home. It meets my breakfast requirement of easy, quick and nutritious. So, I make it at least twice a week. Last week, one of my husband’s friends visited. At breakfast the next morning, I asked him if he’d like to have his buttered toast with Quaker oats, tea […]
Warm Springs In Nigeria You Should Know
There are many springs in Nigeria. Only a few of them are warm. A warm spring is a naturally occurring thermal spring with a temperature of up to 37 degrees centigrade (37°c). Read more about Did you know? In ancient times, people used warm springs as therapy against joint pains, musculoskeletal issues, and even […]
6 Breakfast Options For Weight Loss
Something happened recently that made me decide to embark on a weight loss journey. My nine-month-old baby was sick and I took him to the hospital. They wanted to check his weight but he refused to sit on the baby weighing scale. He kept screaming at the top of his lungs till the matron came […]