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Posted on Sept. 11, 2025, 11:31 a.m.
In People and Society
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We've all seen it: the "glow up." A person changes their clothes, gets a new haircut, maybe starts hitting the gym. On the outside, they look polished, confident, and successful. They post pictures, and the likes and comments pour in. "You look amazing!" "What's your secret?"But sometimes, someth...
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Posted on Sept. 11, 2025, 11:22 a.m.
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Being two-faced is like wearing a mask. You have one face for some people, and another one for others. You say one thing to someone's face and then something completely different behind their back.It’s easy to do. Maybe you want to fit in, or you don't want to hurt someone's feelings. But in the ...
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Posted on Sept. 11, 2025, 11:16 a.m.
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Life. It’s a word that feels so big, so full of days and years stretched out before us. But in reality, it's just a blink. One moment you're here, with plans and people you love, and the next... it’s gone.Yesterday, that blink happened for my favourite lecturer. One day, he was sharing his passio...
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Posted on Sept. 9, 2025, 8:44 a.m.
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Tribalism is when people group together based on shared beliefs, cultures, or identities, often seeing their group as better than others. Some say tribalism is forced on us by biology or society, but I believe it’s a choice. We decide how much we lean into it, and that choice shapes our world.Hum...
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Posted on Sept. 8, 2025, 6:32 p.m.
In Psychology
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With age comes a different kind of understanding. It isn't just about knowing more facts, but about seeing the world in a new light. When we're young, our understanding is often sharp and quick, but it can be brittle, like a new piece of glass. We see things in black and white—right or wrong, goo...
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Posted on Sept. 5, 2025, 7:19 a.m.
In People and Society
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Some people hold different rules for themselves than they do for others. It’s a bit like a one-way street. They expect understanding and acceptance for their own choices, but they’re not willing to offer the same in return.Imagine a single dad. He wants to be seen for who he is—a loving parent, a...
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Posted on Sept. 5, 2025, 7:13 a.m.
In Literature, Writing and Blogging
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There's an art to knowing when to stop talking. We've all been in a conversation where we just keep going, adding another point, another detail, another story. Sometimes, we're so keen to be heard that we don't notice we've lost our audience. The other person might be nodding, but their eyes have...
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Posted on Sept. 4, 2025, 5:42 p.m.
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Society tells men to be tough, to hold it together, to never break. You’re supposed to be the rock, the provider, the one who’s always got it figured out. But let’s be real—sometimes life hits hard, and pretending you’re fine just makes it worse. It’s okay to crash out, to let the weight of it al...
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Posted on Sept. 4, 2025, 11:47 a.m.
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The question “Have we lost our humanity?” stings when we see people turning others’ pain into content. Social media is full of videos and posts where real struggles—poverty, grief, or hardship—are used for likes, views, or clout. Instead of offering a hand, some whip out their phones to record, c...
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Posted on Sept. 2, 2025, 2:52 p.m.
In Psychology
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The words "I hate you" are heavy. They spill out in a moment of anger or hurt, sharp like a knife. They’re simple, but they carry a storm of feelings—pain, betrayal, or frustration. When someone says them, it’s like they’re pushing the other person away, building a wall. But those words don’t alw...
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Posted on Sept. 1, 2025, 3:19 a.m.
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An insult dusted with sugar is a sly way to hurt someone while hiding behind sweet words. It’s like a bitter pill coated in honey—you swallow it before you realize it’s poison. Someone might say, “You’re so confident for trying that, I could never pull it off!” At first, it sounds like praise, bu...
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Posted on Sept. 1, 2025, 3:01 a.m.
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Being a quiet person doesn’t mean you’re proud or arrogant. Yet, some people assume that if you’re not loud or talkative, you think you’re better than others. This misunderstanding needs to be cleared up.First, being quiet is just how some people are. Everyone has a different personality. Some lo...
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Posted on Sept. 1, 2025, 2:59 a.m.
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Nobody is perfect, and that means nobody can be right all the time. It’s tempting to think you have all the answers, especially when you feel confident or have experience. But being wrong is part of being human, and it’s not something to fear—it’s something to learn from.First, the world is compl...
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Posted on Sept. 1, 2025, 2:44 a.m.
In Nigeria
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Nigeria is a country with immense potential. It has a large population, rich natural resources like oil and gas, fertile land for agriculture, and a vibrant culture that inspires creativity. Yet, Nigeria is not reaching its full potential. There are several reasons for this, and they affect the l...
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Posted on Sept. 1, 2025, 2:42 a.m.
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Silence is powerful. It’s not just the absence of sound—it’s a tool, a choice, a way to hold the reins without making a noise. When we think of control, we often picture loud commands, bold actions, or visible strength. But there’s a quieter kind of control, one that runs deeper and often hits ha...
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Posted on Aug. 31, 2025, 12:21 p.m.
In Women
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In the bustling heart of Lagos, where the air hums with dreams and diesel fumes, lived Amara, a 24-year-old with a heart too big for her chest. Amara loved like the sun—fierce, warm, and unapologetic. Growing up in Surulere, she’d watched Nollywood romances and believed love was a melody, not a d...
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Posted on Aug. 29, 2025, 7:09 a.m.
In People and Society
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Many people think older folks should automatically get respect because they’ve lived longer. But does age alone make someone worthy of it? Let’s think about it.Older people often have more experience. They’ve been through tough times—maybe wars, hard economies, or big life changes. That can make ...
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Posted on Aug. 22, 2025, 8:26 a.m.
In Literature, Writing and Blogging
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In the bustling heart of Ibadan, where the sun painted the streets gold and the air buzzed with life, Tunde was a man who turned heads. His deep blue agbada, threaded with gold, flowed like a royal mantle, earning him nods of admiration and whispers of envy. To the world, Tunde was a man of style...
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Posted on Aug. 20, 2025, 2:32 p.m.
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The phrase “Na so love pour me spit for eye” captures a raw, visceral truth about love—its ability to blindside us, leaving us stunned, vulnerable, and sometimes humiliated. Love, in all its intoxicating glory, can feel like a sudden splash of spit in the eye: unexpected, disorienting, and a litt...
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Posted on Aug. 20, 2025, 2:16 p.m.
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Ah, the famous Nigerian restaurant standoff. The waiter drops the bill, everybody suddenly remembers their phone screen, and one person clears throat like they’re about to negotiate fuel subsidy.In Nigeria, splitting the bill is not just maths—it’s vibes, ego, and tradition. For many guys, paying...
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Posted on Aug. 19, 2025, 5:11 p.m.
In Women
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In the heart of Abuja, where glass skyscrapers kissed the sky and the streets buzzed with the rhythm of ambition, lived Amara, a woman whose beauty was as sharp as a double-edged sword. Her penthouse in Maitama overlooked the city’s glittering lights, a throne from which she wielded her charm and...
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Posted on Aug. 19, 2025, 12:54 p.m.
In People and Society
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If you're a young person trying to make it right now, you know the script. You’re always on. Your calendar is a nightmare of back-to-back blocks: class, internship, side gig, study group. You’re fueled by caffeine and the fear of falling behind. The goal is clear: get the bag. Secure the bag. Bui...
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Posted on Aug. 17, 2025, 10:03 a.m.
In Literature, Writing and Blogging
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As a 19-year-old, fresh from earning my BSc in Accounting, living in the hustle and bustle of Abuja, nothing stings like checking my bank app after a long day and spotting some random “TRX FEE” draining my account. It’s like shouting, “Must you debit me?” As someone who’s spent years crunching nu...
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Posted on Aug. 14, 2025, 12:48 p.m.
In Beauty, Fashion and Lifestyle
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"Oga, even if na scent leaf, use abeg. Don’t kill us!"—a cheeky, heartfelt plea that captures the Nigerian struggle against the silent menace of body odour. This cry, laced with humor and urgency, speaks to a universal truth: in a hot, bustling country like Nigeria, personal freshness isn’t just ...
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Posted on Aug. 14, 2025, 11:19 a.m.
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Why Are We Ashamed of What Makes Us Unique?Shame often creeps in when we confront the parts of ourselves that feel too raw, too different, or too far from society’s polished ideals. The quirks, scars, and desires that shape our identity—our cultural roots, vulnerabilities, or unconventional passi...
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Posted on Aug. 13, 2025, 10:28 a.m.
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The phrase “Have you realized it’s also your parents’ first time?” carries a profound truth that often dawns on us later in life. As children, we tend to see our parents as all-knowing figures, the steady hands guiding us through the chaos of growing up. Yet, the reality is far more humbling: par...
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Posted on Aug. 12, 2025, 3:56 p.m.
In Literature, Writing and Blogging
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There’s a saying that goes, "If you accept breadcrumbs, don’t complain when you’re starving." It’s a brutal truth, especially in a country like Nigeria, where many people—out of fear, desperation, or pressure—settle for less than they deserve. Whether it’s in relationships, careers, or even gover...
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Posted on Aug. 10, 2025, 10:06 p.m.
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Yesterday, I graduated with a BSc in Accounting at 19—a milestone that should feel like a triumph. Instead, I’m staring at my empty inbox, wondering why my degree hasn’t magically unlocked a job offer. The reality? I’m part of the "unemployed graduate" club, a title that stings more than I expect...
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Posted on Aug. 10, 2025, 3:18 p.m.
In Relationships
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In the bustling streets of Lagos, where the sun beat down on hawkers selling plantain chips and okada riders weaving through traffic like angry hornets, lived Chinedu. At 32, he was a man adrift in a sea of his own making. Financially, he was a disaster—a freelance graphic designer whose clients ...
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Posted on Aug. 8, 2025, 9:22 a.m.
In People and Society
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In Nigeria, the idea of "help" is often wrapped in unspoken rules—some written, many not. Whether it’s a roadside mechanic demanding extra cash after fixing your car, a government official insisting on "processing fees" for a free service, or even a wealthy relative making you recite your entire ...
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