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In Nigeria, the birth of a child is met with prayers, immense joy, communal celebration and pride. But for many Nigerian fathers, that moment ends almost immediately. By the next morning, work resumes for them as normal. There is no luxury or structured pause for adjustment and protected time for bonding with their newborn. Most […]

Photo credit: Meji Alabi/Instagram The conversation around the Nigerian Civil War remains a subject of continual debate and relevance today. With secessionist groups operating in the Eastern Region once again, hearing from those who witnessed the history firsthand is more important than ever. To address this, the BBC World Service has announced a landmark documentary

We can agree that so far, 2026 has been busy, but honestly, it has mostly just been a beautiful season of new life. It feels like every time we scroll through our feeds, someone else is sharing a gorgeous baby bump or announcing a sweet newborn. Our favourite celebrities are giving us pure family joy

Blaqbonez, holding the mic while performing live in London. Photo by Alex Richer via Blaqbonez’s Instagram. Since Blaqbonez became a mainstream artist in 2018, following the release of his debut EP, Bad Boy Blaq, he has always found a way to remain in the ears and consciousness of his audience. In Nigerian music, one of

Uganda’s Ghetto Kids dance group pose together in matching green, yellow, and patterned Ankara-inspired outfits. Photo Credit: @ghettokids_tfug/Instagram Africa’s footprint on the 2026 FIFA World Cup just got even bigger! Colombian pop star Shakira has invited Uganda’s Triplet Ghetto Kids to perform with her at the tournament’s final halftime show. Shakira shared the news in

Welcome to the WARIF Survivor Stories Series, a monthly feature where stories of survivors of rape and sexual violence are shared to motivate and encourage survivors to speak their truth without the fear of judgment or stigmatisation and to educate the public on the sheer magnitude of this problem in our society. The Women at

Over the past two months, soaring temperatures across Nigeria have made staying fresh and comfortable more difficult. From navigating crowded spaces in sweltering conditions to repeatedly wiping away sweat, the discomfort has been widespread. For those with active lifestyles or constantly on the move, maintaining proper hygiene has become even more demanding. Building on the

The KongaFM Children’s Day Carnival is almost here, and top Nigerian superstars have expressed great enthusiasm about the excitement they are preparing to bring to their audience on the big day. As families and children across Lagos count down to Saturday, 23rd May 2026 at The Zone Event Centre, Lagos, anticipation continues to build around

Mastercard and BMONI, an AI-powered financial platform focused on simplifying access to money, have announced a collaboration to introduce a new generation of virtual and physical payment cards designed to enable seamless local and global transactions for consumers in Nigeria. Powered by Mastercard’s global payment network, the solution enables users to instantly create multiple Naira

In many cultures, women are viewed as the backbone of families, workplaces, and communities. They constantly care for others, manage various responsibilities, and support everyone around them. However, while juggling these demands, many women unintentionally neglect an essential aspect of their health: their heart health. As May is Women’s Health Month, I encourage families to