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Where is the line between personal comfort and body shaming in public transport?

Where is the line between personal comfort and body shaming in public transport?

Bimbo, a middle-sized lady, recently complained about sitting in a public bus beside a plus-size lady who, in her words,…
Workplace culture versus upbringing

Workplace culture versus upbringing

If you grew up in a typical Nigerian home, there are certain people you simply cannot call by their first…
Is there actually a black sheep in the family?

Is there actually a black sheep in the family?

Recently, at a family gathering for a cousin’s introduction, because Vanassa was older than Titi, everyone started making prayers for…
Should you feel guilty when you say no to family?

Should you feel guilty when you say no to family?

A message read on a podcast recently captured a conflict many young Nigerians may understand but rarely admit. The anonymous…
7 Nigerians on growing up with parents who bullied them

7 Nigerians on growing up with parents who bullied them

Hangouts have become a normal part of life for many workers, especially in Lagos, where weekends often mean finding somewhere…
You are allowed to outgrow the version of yourself everyone knows

You are allowed to outgrow the version of yourself everyone knows

The first secondary school reunion in 16 years felt like a good idea to Tolu. He looked forward to seeing…
Nigerian salaries are not keeping up with life

Nigerian salaries are not keeping up with life

There is a line that has quietly become part of everyday conversation in Nigeria. You hear it at work, in…
Young Nigerians are delaying marriage and parenthood

Young Nigerians are delaying marriage and parenthood

There was a time in Nigeria when marriage followed a simple script. Grow up, finish school, find work, marry, have…
The reality of being a woman in a society that makes you stay on guard

The reality of being a woman in a society that makes you stay on guard

Being a woman in Nigeria today comes with a constant awareness of risk. Every step outside comes with careful calculations,…
Hypo bleach stunt trend sparks health warnings

Hypo bleach stunt trend sparks health warnings

In recent weeks, viral videos appearing to show Nigerian influencers drinking a bleaching product known as Hypo have sparked widespread…
Should children use smartphones

Should children use smartphones

One of the major topics in parent WhatsApp groups, school PTA meetings, or casual conversations is: Should children use smartphones?…
How Nigerians Are Turning to AI for emotional support

How Nigerians Are Turning to AI for emotional support

Many young Nigerians are turning to artificial intelligence for emotional support. Instead of calling friends or scrolling aimlessly at night,…
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