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Month: July 2025

Why do Nigerians wear native on Fridays?

Nigeria is a deeply cultural country, but it’s also very modern. During the week, most office workers wear suits, shirts, and corporate wear. But by Friday, many switch things up, trading their ties and blazers for senators, kaftans, danshikis, and aso-oke. This shift isn’t random. It’s a way of reconnecting with heritage at the end…

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‘This is how society should be’: Obi explains viral food-sharing moment

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has clarified his intentions after a viral video showed him serving food to guests at a birthday party in Orlu, Imo State. The gesture, which sparked a mixed reaction online, took place during a celebration for Reverend Father Morris. Many Nigerians on social media criticised Obi, labelling the…

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Burna Boy secures another platinum certification in the United States

According to popular music data reporting platform Chart Data, Burna Boy‘s hit record ‘On The Low’ has sold 1,000,000 units in the US, which makes it eligible for an RIAA platinum certification. This feat makes it Burna Boy’s third RIAA platinum certification, having earlier surpassed 1 million in sales in the US with his smash…

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Garri Just Got an Upgrade: Why Kivo’s 3-in-1 Mix Is Every Garri Lover’s Dream

There’s no Nigerian kitchen that hasn’t, at some point or other, surrendered to the crunchy, satisfying simplicity of garri. From impromptu afternoon soaking sessions to midnight cravings, garri is that subtle delight that gets us every time.  But in 2025, there’s a new kid on the block: Kivo 3-in-1 Garri Mix, and it is about…

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If You Ever Wonder Where Your Money Goes, Here are 7 Habits Secretly Draining Your Salary

If your salary always finishes before the middle of the month, you’re not alone. Many Nigerians earn decent money but still wonder where it all goes. Rent, transport, and electricity bills are obvious costs. But what drains your income are the small, quiet expenses that don’t seem like much at first, but pile up fast….

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Smartwatch Goals: These Are the Best Under ₦150K for Fitness, Features & Flex

As always, check warranty and compatibility details before buying any smart watch, and focus on the features that matter most to your lifestyle. 

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Sundry Markets Limited- Owners of Marketsquare Supermarkets, listed as one of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies for 2025 by the Financial Times

Sundry Markets Limited (SML) has been honored by the Financial Times (FT) as one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies for the second consecutive year. In its 2025 edition, which is the fourth in the series, FT, in collaboration with Statista, ranked SML 47th out of 130 fastest-growing companies across the continent. This recognition affirms SML’s leadership…

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These 5 Engine Oils Will Keep Your 4-Plug Corolla or Civic Engine Running Smoothly

No matter how solid your car is, it won’t go far without engine oil. It lubricates the moving parts of your engine, reduces friction, cools the engine, and prevents sludge or dirt buildup. A 4-plug engine car is a vehicle that utilises a 4-cylinder engine, with each cylinder equipped with one spark plug, hence the…

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Most overpriced services in Lagos ranked by young professionals

From nail bars charging premium for basic manicures to co-working spaces with hidden fees, some offerings feel more like status symbols than worthwhile investments. Rising rents and commute costs already strain budgets, so overspending on services that underdeliver only adds to financial stress. Below are some of the most overpriced services in Lagos as ranked…

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Can a Doctor Save Education? Olatunji Alausa’s cure for Nigeria’s learning crisis

His bold reforms from reversing age barriers to launching vocational programs and digital tools, challenge longstanding orthodoxies, yet raise pressing questions on funding and execution capacity. 1) Early Life & Background Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa was born on April 18, 1965, in Epe, Lagos State. Alausa grew up in a middle-class Yoruba family deeply rooted…

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