Nigeria @63: Ten Dishes That Unites Us
How Far, Naija food fans? Today, we’re taking a delicious dip into the heart and soul of Nigeria. From the bustling streets of Lagos to the serene villages of Borno, one thing unites us all: our love for food. Let’s explore some iconic dishes that transcend borders, bringing us closer together as one vibrant nation. […]
COLLECTION OF DREAMS
In the lively and bustling city of Lagos, there lived a man named Dami in the slums of Ajegunle. He had a passion for fabrics, and he could spot a fake from a mile away. Dami was known as “Dami the Dreamer” among his friends because he always dreamed of making it big and showing […]
Strategies for Managing Your Debt
Managing your debt can be tough, but it’s something many people face when they’re going through financial difficulties. The good news is that with the right strategies, you can take charge of your debt and ease your financial burden. Let’s check out some practical strategies to manage your debt effectively. Understanding Your Debt […]
3 Things to do With a Specta Basic Loan
Let’s talk about Specta Basic Loan and all the amazing things you can do with it. You know, when we need some financial assistance, loans often come to the rescue. And Specta Basic is a loan option that’s perfect for us salaried workers. So, let’s check out a few cool things you can do with […]
The Loan Application Process – What You Should Know
Getting a loan is common nowadays, with people using loans for all sorts of things like education, buying a home, or starting a business. But let me tell you, the loan application process can be a real headache. Don’t worry though, in this article, the process will be broken down for you into simple steps. […]
Two Loan Repayment Strategies You Should Adopt
Taking out a loan can be an effective way to finance major purchases or investments, such as a home or a business venture. However, loan repayment can be a daunting task that requires careful planning and discipline. Fortunately, there are several strategies that you can use to pay off your loans more quickly and efficiently, […]
The Gist of It – I was served breakfast for dinner.
We got on well via chat. I met Ayo on a Dating App and I was so sure I had met the one. How is he still single? I was super excited when he requested that we meet at a popular restaurant. We agreed to meet on a Sunday because I wanted to avoid the […]
The A-Z of Personal Finance
Do you find financial jargon confusing? Phew! You’re definitely not alone. The world of finance is filled with complex terminologies that can be difficult to understand. But fear not, we’re here to help! Leave us to flex our super power by explaining key financial terms in simple ways. It’s our way of showing off so […]
6 Different People You Can’t Miss At Polling Units
The most anticipated 2023 Election is here with hundreds of polling units available for Nigerians to cast their vote. The streets of Twitter are hot with controversial opinion polls, heated debates, dirty politics, and unending gbas gbos. Let’s meet the different fun personalities.
A Sunlit Future
In a country with a poor history of preparing for the future and even less regard for sustainable energy generation, there’s a change manifesting. Right by the bays of Lagos Marina, standing 18 floors tall and adorned with the trendiest of energy-creating technologies, the fabled Sterling Towers has gone completely off-grid and will now be […]
Those Invisible Termites.
I’m sure we all heard the news about the “Termites Invasion” on our nation’s N17bn expenditure receipts (sigh). Old gist but lasting impact. I know we all have opinions about it but for today, my landing question would be- What do you do so the same thing doesn’t happen to you? That chunk of money […]
4 ways to WFH and stay productive: Rants With Kiki – Ep 3
It’s 2023. Things have changed. From electric cars to spy drones, medical robots, rumors of AI about to take over people’s jobs (😑) and the best one yet- working from home! The Covid-19 Pandemic did that one good thing. We get to lounge in our homes and work without the frustration of Lagos traffic, […]
2 Elevating Ways To Handle Criticism: Rants With Kiki – Ep 2
There’s usually that person that has something unpleasant to say about you. ALL THE TIME! And yes, we all dislike a tell-off, especially when it’s in front of people we care about or out in public with everyone’s head turned in your direction. But is there anything you can do about their constant need to […]
Rants With Kiki – Ep 1: Do It Now!
It’s a New Year. And you’re about to procrastinate on your plans, again. The ones you carried over from 2022. Just a few tweaks, push and pull, you know you can get it fired up. But you’re just so deep into extending your deadlines over and over…(side eye) I was like that. Until I discovered […]
I Promise Not to Gossip in 2023…
You would probably say New Year Resolution is a scam. We set the same resolutions over and over again (rephrased in different ways, but same, same), and never really stick to it. But what if we’re the ones doing it the wrong way, slamming ourselves with a long list of far-fetched resolutions year after year! […]
“Japa Season” is here again but where’s the money?
It was japa season last month, I was discussing with my uncle who just got back from the UK when he mentioned: “Hahh! My business flight tickets to the UK now cost more than 5 million Naira!” I choked on my pasta! Ordinary flight ticket?! I started calculating the prices for Santorini, which is on […]
Relationships: Your Future Wealth
‘My Banker,’ said Onyeka. I don’t even identify as a banker😏. We’ll get back to what I identify as later, lol. Anyway, I replied to her saying ‘my Barrister,’ and we laughed it off. Onyeka called me that day because she needed to open an account for a new business owner, who is one of […]
Banking Hall Drama: 6 Types of People
Enter a banking hall and you’ll get a free show of drama even more animated than the outside world. From long crawling queues to network downtime just when it’s your turn to be attended to, to those that never return your pen after borrowing it (I know how much you loved that black pen!) or […]
3 Ways To Protect Your Finances, Even In Inflation #SurvivingInflation
You people heard that Agege bread in my area has gone from N100 to N250 but you’re surprised that I’m calling an emergency neighborhood meeting on my employer’s website to rant, discuss and look for a solution that will benefit our finances in these trying times? Stop oh, no try me! Even though it has […]
5 Kitchen Tips From A Lazy Nigerian Cook
Whoever said no food for a lazy man is secretly a hater and knows nothing like Jon Snow. Sometimes eh, the thought of planning meals, preparing ingredients, and cleaning up is enough to put most people off the idea of cooking their own meals. It’s much easier to order takeout but you don’t have to […]
