A problem shared is a problem halved – one of the phrases I grew up hearing a lot. I however, do not think that I fully grasped the meaning and importance of this phrase until now because in retrospect, there was a time I detested the idea of... Read More
Hunger Pangs: A Poem by Amama
The thought and smell of an imaginary beloved taste, Is enough to get your chest clenched, Create watery substances in your mouth And a constantly grumbling belly, Waiting for the sight and taste That could take you to an elevated state of... Read More
Hebetude: A Poem by Adediran Olusade
For a thousand times, I wrung your warmth And tonight, I am pressed to do more Never want to know what this presages But I know that I am fit for this race I have been drowned in your tortures And the pains give me no more pleasure It's not too... Read More
WhatsApp or Signal: What is the difference?
Over the years, many have grown to being very comfortable communicating via WhatsApp because for the average person, WhatsApp is safe and private as it’s a platform said to protect your messages with the end-to-end encryption so that only you... Read More
THE FOURTH FINGER – 7
Catch up on previous chapters HERE Anouk Fabrice Kouassi believed her husband was having an affair. The signs were obvious—late nights, secret phone calls, weak excuses to stay in the office, and aloofness towards her. But of course, he... Read More
Did You Know About Infibulation?
The word infibulation might be foreign to you but it’s a thing and its meaning will leave your heart broken. I came across the word years ago while doing a research on female circumcision for a Radio Programme production but did not pay much... Read More
New Media & Image of Northern Nigeria
If you have been following events of the past few days then you should no longer feel the urge to argue when people talk about how powerful the media is. MEDIA IS POWERFUL! Period! The dictionary defines media as a main means of mass communication... Read More
The Fourth Finger – 6
“Can you go through the test result again, sir?” Lade observed the doctor before her. The man sat, eyes on a piece of paper in his hands. Just few seconds ago, he told her she was pregnant. It was not good news. “You are pregnant Mrs.... Read More
The Future Africa Leaders Award (FALA) – Celebrating Youth Leadership
Future Africa Leaders’ Award (FALA) is an initiative aimed at exploring and expanding leadership potentials in Africa, for Africa, held its press conference in Lagos Nigeria. The event was graced by reputable media houses. Every year, through... Read More