Ayodele Johnson
Ayodele Johnson
Ayodelé is a Lagos-based journalist and the Content and Editorial Coordinator at Meiza. All around the megacity, I am steering diverse lifestyle magazine audiences with ingenious hacks and insights that spur fast, informed decisions in their busy lives.
Reinventing Yoruba history – an interesting read
Books
March 22, 2022
Reinventing Yoruba history – an interesting read
The Yoruba: A New History by Akinwumi Ogundiran; Indiana University Press, Bloomington, Indiana, USA; 2020; 532pp By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu…
Ludare Sabada: Strumming the guitar skillfully
Beats
March 22, 2022
Ludare Sabada: Strumming the guitar skillfully
Ludare Sabada oozes class, which has been honed over many years of managing global brands. Ludare keeps the Sabada family…
Aso oke comes alive at Posh Luxury
Naijamade
March 18, 2022
Aso oke comes alive at Posh Luxury
Deborah Idowu, CEO of this luxury fashion brand sees a great future for aso oke, a most indigenous fabric. By…
Madidi is taking on a national hue
Chops
March 18, 2022
Madidi is taking on a national hue
Hajiya Rahila’s restaurant is a must-visit for Madidi- a tasty, nutritious meal. By Adeyi Ochogu When a Niger-Delta man, famished,…
Habib takes fura and yoghurt to new heights
Chops
March 15, 2022
Habib takes fura and yoghurt to new heights
Traditional to Northern Nigeria, particularly the Fulani, this highly nutritious food is spreading country-wide, driven by Habib Fura and Yoghurt…
Palm oil – For food, healing, and more
Contests
March 15, 2022
Palm oil – For food, healing, and more
Palm oil is primarily food. It, however, has loads of medicinal benefits. By Sarah Dossa Growing up, we enjoyed delicacies…
Nigeria as the Powerhouse of African Literature
Books
March 15, 2022
Nigeria as the Powerhouse of African Literature
Camouflage – Best of Contemporary Writing from Nigeria edited by Nduka Otiono & Odoh Diego Okenyodo; Second Edition 2021 (First…
Catching our breath, if (when) we’re able to
Editorial
March 14, 2022
Catching our breath, if (when) we’re able to
It is just possible to feel relaxed without catching our breath in Nigeria. Just when a sigh of relief was…
Movie Review: Cake, starring Nollywood’s best
Movies
March 11, 2022
Movie Review: Cake, starring Nollywood’s best
By Didi Dan-Asisah The cake is a cutesy, quirky, love story directed by Prosper Edesiri. It follows the story of…
Ckay’s Emiliana and its subtle seduction
Beats
March 11, 2022
Ckay’s Emiliana and its subtle seduction
Emiliana is a slow and sweet love song from Ckay who has gained popularity from his Love Nwatinti, a bop…
Usuma Dam, Abuja: The myth, and every other thing!
Places
March 11, 2022
Usuma Dam, Abuja: The myth, and every other thing!
It is a go-to destination for fun enthusiasts in the capital city. By Amadin Ogbewe “Once upon a time, outsiders…
Zuma Rock Golf Resort: Of myths, golf and wildlife
Places
March 11, 2022
Zuma Rock Golf Resort: Of myths, golf and wildlife
Hidden away from the city centre, the Zuma Rock Golf Resort has lots of attractions. For the busy executive, it…