Seeds look petite in size but are a powerhouse of essential vitamins and minerals. Every fruit and vegetable has some superfood quality. as do their seeds, which are a powerhouse of essential vitamins and nutrients. Seeds are rich in fibre content. They have all the starting materials that are necessary to develop into complex plants, and that is why they are highly nutritious. Alongside, they are filled with healthy monosaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, and other essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. When they are consumed in moderation as a part of our daily diet, they can aid in bringing down blood…
Author: Onyinyechi Nwanunobi
What exactly is the difference between patience and wasting time? From experience, I’ve already encountered several situations that have left me wondering, ‘Am I being patient for the right reasons, or am I simply wasting time?’ It is a question you should consider in many aspects of your life. It is applicable in a broad range of situations. When you have done work but it has not yet paid off. Then you must be calm and wait for the result; that’s patience. On the other hand, it is when you sleep in bed, waiting for the world to change but…
Fabric is one of the most important objects in the fashion industry. In the western societies, customized clothes are a luxury, due to the mass consumption of fast fashion. In most cases the consumer usually only gets to consider the fabric when the outfit has already been made and is hanging on the racks of the stores. However, we Nigerians take fabric seriously; for us, the colour, price and quality of the fabric can determine a lot. We have always been accustomed to the old-fashioned process of fabric selection, sometimes we also find that the fabric can often be more…
What makes Nigerian women so special? March is still Women’s History month and there are so many things to celebrate about Nigerian women. We will be looking at what are the things synonymous with being a Nigerian woman, almost every Nigerian woman is like this. 1. Nigerian women are beautiful and are never caught unfresh Nigerian women are truly one of the most beautiful, fashionable black women in the world and they always slay. If there’s one thing that Nigerian women love to do it’s to look their very best at every event. Weddings, the mall, church and every time…
Nigerian culture is multi-ethnic and gives a lot of value to different types of arts. Which primarily include ivory carving, grass weaving, wood carving, leather and calabash, pottery, painting, glass and metal works, and cloth weaving (textile). Among all these forms of art, Adire, which is common among the people of Egbaland in Ogun State, is probably the most reflective of its cultural origin. Abeokuta is said to be the capital of the Egba nation, and the Adire industry in Nigeria. Although the missionaries introduced the people to cotton in the 1850’s, cotton weaving, pottery and Adire are all traditional…
History will always be kind to Olayinka Herbert Samuel Heelas Badmus Macaulay. Herbert Macaulay forged the core of the History of Lagos and what would later become Nigeria with his own hands and wits. A man, political scientists and historians, describe as a ‘professional politician,’ he was possibly one of the most controversial and iconic figures in Nigeria’s political history. He didn’t just know how to play the game, but he wrote the rules of the game with his unconventional ways and methods that earned him enemies and allies at the same time. Macauley was one stylish, flamboyant and charming…
They have existed from time immemorial, in Yorùbá culture and other major cultures in Nigeria and Africa in general. These are children who are born to die. They are called different names, varying from one tribe or the other. In Yorùbáland they are known as “Àbíkú” which literally means “Born to die” or “Predestined to die”. The birth of children in the African culture is that spiced up token that brings fulfilment to a marriage, but these children bring pain. Once they are born, there is an expiry tag on their neck. They die before puberty. These children are believed…
The internet plays home to various lists written by culture writers and local guides on where to have fun in Lagos. The Freedom Park is a recurring place on these listicles with popular travel media startup, The Culture Trip referring to this park as a ‘multi-functional cultural hub’. All of these descriptions accurately talk about this recreational space, which in recent years, has become a home to the arts and culture in Lagos and Nigeria, at large. Today, the park is home to various interesting festivals that celebrate film and theatre, literature, music, arts, and crafts every year. This includes…
Unlike most towns and establishments in Yorùbá land, the place of the ancient kingdom of Òwu stands differently. The earliest recorded narrative around the Òwu kingdom was in 1818-1820, and according to the traditional song and history, the Òwu Kingdom was the first Yorùbá town. History records that the first fruit of Oduduwa was the Olowu, and she was a woman; the second child was also a woman called “Alaketu” and the rest of the offspring- five- were male. Legend has it that Olowu visited her father with her first child- a boy- in ile-Ife. In order to keep her…
Did you know that there are two ways to spend your life? Yes, you have two available options: Wake up each morning and flow with whatever pulls your attention strings the hardest or create a healthy structure and discipline yourself to follow it. It’s always easier to go with the flow, but one would come to learn that life was designed to be lived intentionally. A man was created with intellect because he wasn’t made to be a casual observer in life.So, from the moment you gain awareness of your purpose, your biggest task becomes how to optimise the available…
Use these simple fast-relief methods to soothe an upset stomach. An upset stomach can include debilitating pain from cramps and spasms, affect your appetite and lead to nutrient loss by way of a running stomach and vomiting. They can be caused by certain food, or menstruation, among other conditions. You may be able to soothe your stomach and prevent the diverse effects of stomach upset by drinking certain beverages and eating certain foods. Look no further than your kitchen to find relief. 1. BRAT diet It can be hard to figure out what to eat when your stomach is disturbed.…
Look at this expert-pick list of white, red, sparkling, and rosé non-alcoholic wines for Easter celebrations inspiration. Non-alcoholic wine or de-alcoholised wine is a great addition to a family gathering for holiday celebrations. It caters to everyone and their lifestyle while retaining the fancy look and feel associated with wine. Wine drinking is mostly a ritual of drinking for the pleasure of what’s in the glass. It is also an act of relaxation and enjoyment with family, friends, or alone. Improvements in winemaking have led to improved quality in non-alcoholic wines. What you need to know Here are the best…