Here’s what to do if you have annoying neighbours. Except you live in a duplex, there is a high chance you have neighbours in the same compound as you, especially if you stay in metropolitan cities like Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and so on. Living with neighbours isn’t always a walk in the park: they are different characters and you have to know how to deal with each one of them. The loudspeaker neighbours These people can bring out a speaker just to play music at the oddest hours. Even when you are enjoying some of their jams, it can…
Author: Onyinyechi Nwanunobi
Red wine is usually served at events and in restaurants, but here’s why you need some in the fridge. Red wines have for centuries been thought to be medicinal. Even in the bible, Paul urges Timothy to drink wine for his stomach. Red wine contains a lot of antioxidants that keep you healthy in the following ways: 1. Regulates blood sugar The natural substance called resveratrol which can be found in grape skin used to make wine helps diabetics manage their blood sugar levels. According to the study, those who took resveratrol supplements containing 250 mg once every day for…
There are a lot of stories about the slave trade that began in the late 15th century in Nigeria. But one of the not so talked about ones is that of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, who was the goddaughter of Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom. Sarah was Nigerian by birth, born as Aina to Yoruba royals in Oke Odan in present-day Ogun state. When she was five, her village was attacked leaving her parents killed while she was to be used as a human sacrifice. Luck shone on her when a naval captain, Fredrick E. Forbes who had been invited to…
Have you ever heard the saying that Yoruba people like pepper? Well if you live in Nigeria, you must have heard about or come in contact with this legendary love story. If you are too keen on spicy food, I hope you live to tell the story when you make the first contact. Over time, this construct has gone from being just a food choice to an identity. So where did it all start? Although it sounds just right, the pepper story was more than an “if the world gives you pepper, make a pepper soup out of it”. To…
The internet has become a critical infrastructure for the economic growth and development of many African countries. With the rise of e-commerce, online education, and remote work, having fast and reliable internet connectivity has become more important than ever. In this article, we will explore the recent report by Ookla on the African countries with the fastest internet speeds and how Rwanda is leading the way. According to the Speedtest Global Index by Ookla, Rwanda made the biggest leap in fixed broadband speeds, moving up 47 places in the global rankings. The report attributes this achievement to the country’s intense investments…
Taking a waltz down the emergence of the forging of culture and tradition of countless dance styles in human society, it is evident the art form of dance takes its place in society. Through dance, a society is known, and many become acquainted with the people through it, ultimately making it a culture. Based on antiquity, dance was first traced to a nine thousand-year-old cave painting in India. Perhaps, this expounds the genesis of dance as part of the centrepiece in their film scenes so that it makes an Indian film without dancing scenes appear odd and makes one question…
What were we taught in school about the market? It is a place where buying and selling and the exchange of goods and services takes place. The market is traditionally seen as the hub for communication, where a myriad of opportunities arise. However, this is only when the market is seen on the surface level. Man has time and again defined the market beyond the textbook definition. It is a place that takes shape in the way intended by the users. A Yoruba adage is stated as “Aye loja; orun nile”. This proverb means that the earth is a marketplace…
Sometimes we ask for space for the wrong reasons. Here’s when asking for space might not be the right thing to do. Space is essential to reconnect with oneself. It is healthy to take a step back and reflect or cool off. When someone asks for space, they; seek autonomy in decision-making, gain control, treat themselves, get a better sense of self, and spend time on their own, among other personal needs. But sometimes we might find ourselves reaching for personal space for the wrong reasons. Here are six instances space might harm you rather than help you: 1. Social…
Women in Spain now have paid menstrual leave. According to the Spanish Gynaecology and Obstetrics Society, a third of women experience extremely painful periods. Menstrual pain can be immobilizing because it might lead to vomiting, purging, fever and extreme stomach pain. The Spanish parliament approved a law last Thursday offering paid medical leave to women experiencing extreme period pain, making Spain the first nation in Europe to do so. Though the bill was brought before the parliament last year. The law which was approved by 185 votes to 154 votes against, is intended to end a taboo on the matter,…
Keeping secrets is healthy especially if they are connected to the things listed in this article. Secrecy is the practice of hiding things from people who don’t need to know. It is a vital practice in social settings both for protection and getting along well with others. When it comes to personal life, sharing secrets can be a way of creating connections and feeling seen or heard. Revealing things about yourself to people can earn you things like trust and comfort. But there’s a dark side to secret sharing. They can blow up in your face, lower your self-respect, hurt…
Here’s how to keep your bladder healthy and maintain your urinary system. When it comes to your body, your urinary tract plays an important part! It helps to filter waste and extra fluid from the bloodstream and pushes it out of the system. Having a healthy bladder helps to keep the toxins away, thereby working towards proper functioning of the overall body. To keep your urinary system healthy, here are everyday habits to follow Use the washroom often and when needed Try to urinate at least every 3 to 4 hours. Holding urine in your bladder for too long can…
Rumor has it, you are not consuming enough probiotic-rich foods. That needs to change! Probiotics are good bacteria found in the gut that are known to help with digestion, nutrient absorption, and good immune health. According to research, these microorganisms are not only necessary for digestion, but they also have other health benefits such as lowering cholesterol, protecting against allergies, healing the inflamed gut, and preventing cancer. Some studies have even found that probiotics can help with depression, heart health, weight management, bad breath, and skin appearance. One popular way to obtain probiotics is through supplementation. Although, adding more probiotics…