Don’t be friends with your ex. Why? You might ask, you’ll know soon. We know that not all breakups are messy, but you should be careful of the ties you choose to have and keep. Have in mind that this is someone you have shared your heart, soul and sometimes body with, they have given your endorphins and dopamine just by a glance. Say the relationship ends amicably, there is no bad blood between you two, why not carry on with friendship, I’m here to tell you not to even try that at all. It might stop you from finding…
Author: Onyinyechi Nwanunobi
Over time there have been some resolutions that have been quite popular especially among Nigerians. A new year is commonly seen as a time for new beginnings. It is like a whole new chapter in our lives and so many people use it as the best time to evaluate their lives and make new resolutions. Here are five common resolutions Nigerians make at the beginning of the year: 1) Going to the gym At the beginning of the year, lots of people decide it is time to either lose weight, achieve a certain body goal or try to stay fit.…
Every place has its own laws, written or unwritten. Back in the days, villages came up with some prohibited actions instituted by the leaders and more commonly known as taboos. Taboos differ from place to place and if you are visiting Akwa-Ibom state, here are five taboos you should know; 1) Women cheating on their husbands In some places in Akwa-Ibom it is a taboo for women to cheat on their husbands. This is actually so serious that the punishment for cheating is the death of the husband. It is said that when a woman commits adultery, she invokes the…
There are so many health benefits from cuddling. For most people cuddling is part of sexual activity but it doesn’t have to be. You can cuddle with your pets, family and loved ones. Cuddling has several health benefits which is why you should try it out more often. So what does cuddling do for you? 1. Reduces pain Whether physical or emotional pain, cuddling will help to relieve your pain because it releases oxytocin which is called ‘happy hormone’. A loving touch can go a long way to help a friend in distress. 2. Creates intimacy between lovers Couples who…
Every lady’s body reacts differently to menstruation. Menstruation is the monthly shedding of the lining of your uterus. Menstruation is also known by the terms menses, menstrual period, cycle or period. Every woman dreads that time of the month. Yes, the time when you have your period and your body develops a mind of its own. Not everyone has terrible mood swings and period pain but for some women, this is not the case. How then can you stay happy and maintain a positive attitude during your period? Here are 5 simple yet effective steps to help you stay happy…
Do you know energy drinks can cause baldness? According to a recent study from Tsinghua University in Beijing, men who consume a lot of energy drinks are more likely to experience male pattern hair loss or alopecia. The results of a study conducted by Chinese researchers over four months on a sample size of 1000 men between the ages of 18 and 45 were published in a peer-reviewed journal. The men were instructed to consume one to three litres of energy drinks each week, and researchers found that these men had a 42 per cent higher risk of developing hair…
A Tsinghua University research has suggested that the rise in men losing their hair in recent times is linked to consuming too many sugary drinks daily. The research looked at data from more than 1,000 Chinese men, aged 18 to 45, from January to April 2022 to compare self-reported lifestyle habits and hair loss. They found that hair loss was almost 30% more common among men who had a daily habit of drinking up to one sugary beverage such as soft drinks, juice, energy drinks, sports drinks, and sweetened coffee and tea (totalling between one to three litres per week).…
We often feel hunger pangs while watching our favourite TV shows or working late at night which leads us to consume junk or heavy food. You know the old adage that eating a late dinner will make you gain weight? Well, it is true but there are more reasons not to eat late. Here are some consequences you might not have thought about before downing a whole meal and crawling right into bed. 1. Weight gain Eating late at night increases the possibility of weight gain. When you pay less attention to weight gain, it gets chronic and leads to…
The start of a new year is typically filled with resolutions and excitement to get the year started right. Many people have promised and resolved that this year will be the year they make significant progress. However, most people quickly return to doing things the same way they’ve always done them, producing the same results while dealing with stress and little to no motivation. Positive affirmations are statements that, when repeated to yourself or written down in a journal, can help brighten your outlook on life. While affirmations are not a replacement for professional help such as therapy when dealing…
There is some possibility that some Nigerian languages and cultures may have been derived from one another. So unique are Nigerian languages that they are being adopted in foreign countries. Nigerian languages are dated to have existed for centuries. History hasn’t allowed us to see a lot of language origins, but it is possible that some may have influenced the others. Igbo and Yoruba are two of Nigeria’s major languages, with an estimated total of 44 million speakers in Africa combined. Let’s take a look at some words that have similar interpretations in both languages. So, what do you think?…
There are over 3,000 tribes in Africa, each with diverse cultures and histories. And each of them deserves to be recognized and appreciated. Here are 3 of the smallest tribes in Africa. 1) Karamojong Three hundred and seventy thousand members of the Karamojong Tribe reside in northern Uganda. Studies indicate that the Karamojong people moved from what is now Ethiopia to Uganda at approximately 1600 AD. They converse in a language known as Karamojong, which is their own. Traditionalists that take great pleasure in their culture and traditions are the Karamojong. They jealously guard their practices, and any government plans…
With a population of over 30 million, the Hausas are one of the largest ethnic groups in West Africa. They are a people of diverse cultural practices with similar homogeneous beliefs and customs exclusively found among their people. Here’s everything you need to know about their diversity. The Hausas are concentrated mainly in the northern part of Nigeria, as well as the adjoining south eastern Niger. They also populate parts other countries including Cameroon, Ghana, Chad, Togo, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Sudan and Gabon. History The Hausa states, also known as the Hausaland, were independent political entities founded by the Hausa…