We just can’t seem to stop talking about them, right? The amazing, beautiful women who made Nigeria proud at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. For once in a long while, positive news about Nigeria appear to be more than the stream of negative news we’ve become accustomed to. I mean, in the Discuss event, Nigeria cleared all the medals – Gold, Silver, and Bronze! Imagine!!!
The men’s performance was a bit tame, in comparison. This has led quite a few to question why the executive offices up for election next year are totally dominated by men, if the women have shown that, by merit, they deserve a place at the table, not the token positions such as women leader, women mobiliser, youth ambassador, etc. Kayode Okikiolu, a twitterer, and another influencer who goes by the handle Nefertiti share this sentiment.
And, boy, did you see the swag of the ladies at the 4x100m relay finals, when they ran a superb race to clinch gold? Yes, that swag that only Nigerians have, even without an introduction, just seeing the movement and head held high, it’s easy to tell that person is a Nigerian. You know, that self-assured, confident stance that conveys nothing dey happen!
For so many years, though, it’s been one bad news or the other coming from the country or indeed, outside its shores. The mention of Nigeria, or Nigerians, rather than elicit pride, brought a diminutive feeling, sometimes shame, closer to embarrassment. This year has been particularly bad. Even the naira was also badly affected, on a free fall at both the official and parallel markets. It appears the gale of bad news is receding, though. The naira has regained some lost value just this week. But, I digress.
The quartet of sprinters walking (more like bouncing) down the tracks after the event was so classy, powerful, and era-defining, reminiscent of the Nigerian swag. This Commonwealth Games and especially the 4x100m relay finals could be the period the Nigerian swag made a comeback in a big, all-encompassing manner – no tribe, religion, silly sentiments. Just us, Nigerians.
It is in that spirit we are launching our newsletter. Weekly, we curate our best content and share with hundreds of thousands of people, making it easier to deliver articles of interest. The newsletter will also highlight the most attractive events to attend, and where to hang out with your loved ones, among others. And this is the best part. Every week, there will be prizes up for grabs for readers. In addition, it is also a huge platform for businesses to engage a defined audience – educated, discerning, and with high disposable income. Every week, there is valuable information and life-transforming content on show.
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This week, for instance, there is a focus on five Nigerian foods that have the potential to reduce belly fat. Now that the way we look is important, and belly fat isn’t a feature to proudly put in front of you, knowing five foods that have the potential to reduce that annoying pouch, that are available locally, is a boon. It is an expert advisory and so must be taken seriously.
And, if you live in Abuja or visiting the Federal Capital, check out Relax and Chill, which our writer Calista Njoku, who spent quality time at the place, described as ‘heaven on earth’. It has everything for the entire family to truly relax, or indeed, you and your heartthrob to get closer to one another. There is a lot more content to entertain and inform.
Keep reading and sharing your thoughts with us. And, hold your head up high. Better days are ahead of us.
Adewole Ojo
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.
