He told me my wife has a spirit but he is the devil itself!

My pastor is a devil that is why he fooled me and I am reporting…

One day, the police will be your friend

Did you get to see that video clip of Nigeria’s paramilitary officers singing a special…

Fear of revolution is here — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

The people who used to shout most about the need for a revolution to happen…

I ate a birthday cake and became a high flier

I smoke but only when with friends, actually. I don’t do igbo or drugs even…

The hand of the man steadies the cradle — Tara Aisida

It’s international men’s day on Sunday, 19 November 2023, and the theme for this year’s…

Let’s celebrate entrepreneurship — Gbubemi Atimomo

In commemoration of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2023 I remember, in the not-too-distant past, when the…

Teddy is the name of a girl -dog

My neighbour has a dog. I am not one of those people who like dogs.…

Mastering the art of contentment — Tara Aisida 

I was playing catch-up with a close friend the other day and as the conversation…

My husband wants to make his mistress’ child, mine

My husband’s mistress is a widow but let me backtrack. I met my husband in…

Exceptions: The spice in life’s bland recipe of general rules — Tara Aisida 

I am beginning to see social media as a marketplace, a place where most of…

Kneel to the King of Squats

Let me tell you how I came to love squats. I came across him by…

To japa or not is the question — Tara Aisida 

Her video went viral. The one in which she confessed to the whole world that…

I feel bad for Mohbad!

Since he died last month, 12th of September, 2023, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, aka Mohbad has…

Much ado about an iPhone — Tara Aisida 

I am sure, like me, a lot of people followed the story of the 16-year-old…

Commuting within Lagos by train — Gbubemi Atimomo

Thoughts on my excursion on the Blue Line Lagos Metro On Monday, 4 September 2023,…

Once upon a life on the dangerous seas — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

The talk of oil thieves across the waters of the Niger Delta has made me…

President Tinubu’s CSU certificate saga and multiple narratives, don’t believe the hype — Magnus Onyibe

Sequel to the deposition made by Chicago State University, CSU Registrar Mr Caleb Westberg in…

I was a good house-help until my oga started coming for me!

This is how it all began. I joined an agency that recruits househelp for foreigners:…

Unmasking the shadowy web of blackmail in our society’s underbelly — Tara Aisida

I had a friend in secondary school who one day sent a message to all…

My boss’s wife beat me for being with him!

(Series written and edited by Peju Akande and based on true stories) True story about…

White Scholar interviews The Poet — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu 

First question: Could you tell me a little about where you grew up and how you…

Taboo! My grandchild is my step child

I’ve heard stories about fathers having sex with their daughters. Some even impregnating them, never…

The unseen weight of unmet expectations in relationships — Tara Aisida 

So, a lady posted on social media that a random guy she met sent her…

Thank you for the blue rail line but won’t it end up like the stinking Oshodi exchange?

I join millions of Lagosians in welcoming the launch of operations of the Blue rail…

Japa story: My sister told me to endure his p3n!s

I japa-ed before it became a thing. I was young. I had just left school.…

Dear women, biko stop going for these deliverance sessions, na!

Every time I hear about deliverance sessions, I know it’s got to involve a woman.…

How not to kill yourself over a woman — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu 

There’s this recent sad news of a pastor in Nnewi, Anambra State who killed himself…

I fell in love with my abductor

I was abducted on my way back from school along that notorious Rijana road in…

Let’s cut the first born child some slack — Tara Aisida 

I followed the twitter conversation initiated by @BigBadReni who posted that she started to rebel…

I made it my business to stop my mother from cheating on her man

I call my mother, “my aunty” because I grew up believing she was my aunt…

Will Prof Cyril Ndifon rape the law again?

The Dean of the Faculty of Law, University Of Calabar, Prof Cyril Ndifon has again…

He told me I was the sweetest thing but I’m his daughter!

I didn’t know what being the “sweetest” thing meant when my father told me. I…

Death makes you appreciate life

I lost my mum two weeks ago and all has not been well with me.…

Dr Vwaere Diaso: The consequences of no consequence — Tara Aisida

I once read an article by Frank Sonnenberg titled “The Consequences of no consequence“ and…

What does your dream job look like? — Gbubemi Atimomo

Pondering the idea of a dream job Many people desire to find their “dream job”,…

The Legend of Yebo Gogo Man Kole Omotoso — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

The news that came from Johannesburg, South Africa on July 19 was heartrending: Kole Omotoso…

Will you attend your ex-‘s wedding?

“Tufia kwa! Wedding kwa! When they are not doing me from the village!” It was…

So because he is my son, I should excuse the rape?

My son is a rapist! I don’t believe I will ever get to live the…

Living a Lie: A brief history of the consequences of cheating — Tara Aisida 

The uproar and mystery surrounding Mmesome Ejikeme, the young lady that claimed that her JAMB…

Let’s throw in the towel to save Nigerians from annihilation — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

I am here to eat my words, that is, to swallow my own vomit.  Back…

He called me for gele but raped and robbed me!

His name is Lukman, that is all I know about him. I met him through…

Even at 249, Ejikeme Mmesoma is an outstanding student!

Like most of us, I haven’t met Mmesoma beyond everything I have read and heard…

How showing up for others can make a difference  — Tara Aisida

“Let me know what you need”, “if you need anything don’t hesitate to ask”, “I…

Pacesetter Agbo Areo passes away — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu 

It was from a Facebook post of my dear brother Chuma Nwokolo that I learnt…

I gave him a car as wedding present, he gave me chlamydia!

Chlamydia. That is the gift I got on my wedding day. You know what chlamydia…

Chioma, my sister, n’do o

I will say it again, Chioma my sister, no vex. It seems we are all…

What Men Want: Understanding the male gender 101 — Tara Aisida 

It’s no secret that I am fascinated with the male gender. I find men of…

President Tinubu discovers ice in Macondo — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

Let the whole wide world join me in the universal celebration of President Bola Ahmed…

My wife is dead but I am still sleeping with her

My wife has been dead for more than one year now and I will say…

Chiamaka’s butt enlargement isn’t why she died

You might have read about this young woman, Chiamaka Okafor reported to have died on…

It’s still a man’s world — Tara Aisida

I  recently watched Sista, an emotional, relatable and thought provoking film written, produced and directed…

Her pregnancy came from sex toys, the baby isn’t mine!

When a woman decides that sex-toys are more important than her man, I swear to…

GWR Cookathon: Too many cooks, spoil the…

Too many cooks they say…spoils the broth and so is this cookathon business When Chef…

My husband was in jail but a female police officer saved our marriage

I have five daughters. Now, the only reason I have all five is because my…

Woof! Hilda Baci and dog lovers!

In a dog eat dog world, there’re no freebies. So when beloved Hilda Baci, our…

What it means to be a man — Tara Aisida

June is traditionally known as the month dedicated to men, the one and only day…

Writing for Time magazine against all odds — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

Let’s just agree that it is every journalist’s dream in the world to have an…

My father-in-law wants me for himself

My father-in-law thinks he owns me! My tale is a tale of the bizarre but…

It’s not body shaming, it’s avoiding being a statistic!

I saw a video on WhatsApp, a skit, really. A young lady in risqué attire…

Lessons from the house of pain 

I was sitting with a friend some weeks back, moaning about my feelings and all…

There was a man called John Jerry Rawlings — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

Nigeria is more divided than ever, and the politicians of Nigeria have gone completely mad. …

Not every Japa suffers o

Enough, if not too much, has been said about this business of Japa. ‘Don’t japa,’…

Tiamiyu and his savage view of fellow Nigerians on BBC

I watched a snippet of the video that has been circulating all over social media.…

Let’s swear-in the new president — Gbubemi Atimomo

The unofficial guide to attending the presidential inauguration Brace yourself for Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s impending…

Gems from Peter “Pan” Enahoro’s “How To Be A Nigerian”  — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

When a great man dies, the general rave is to read his repetitive biographical details…

German court sentences Gambian death squad member to life in prison

A German court on Thursday sentenced a Gambian man to life in prison over his…

Economic progress in capital markets hinge on collaborative tech integration, says Adekunbi Ademiluyi 

Amid the universal acceleration in digital innovation, industry leaders in Nigeria must think critically about…

Native doctor jailed 12 months for killing neighbour’s cow

An Abeokuta Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, sentenced a 45- year-old native doctor, Micheal Oyewole, to…

Civilians have right to record you on duty, Rivers Police tell officers

The Rivers State Police Command has informed its men and officers that civilians have the…

Kendi Aig-Imoru’s “Fulfilling Purpose” for launch on December 10

Kendi Aig-Imoru, founder of Hope for Life Initiative, is set for the public unveiling of…

Kim Kardashian reveals family “scammed the system” to get famous

In a surprising revelation on the latest episode of Hulu’s The Kardashians, Kim Kardashian confessed…

Neymar splits from girlfriend a month after welcoming first child

Daily Mail reports that Neymar and his girlfriend Bruna Biancardi have officially separated just a…

Lagos releases 20,000 bags of Eko Rice, pegs 50kg at N43k, 25kg for N22k

Lagos State Government has concluded plans to release additional 20,000 bags of Eko Rice for…

*Gov Adeleke approves N25k wage award for Osun workers, pensioners (Channels)*Lagos enlists Arewa’s help to end street begging (Punch)

Gov Adeleke approves N25k wage award for Osun workers, pensioners (Channels) As part of measures…

Feel like you’ve missed the bus? — Gbubemi Atimomo

Musings on how we perceive our life journey I remember the first time I navigated…

Man stabs guard to death, Driver jailed for attempted robbery and more

What is a city without crime? thisislagos descends into the Lagos underground to search out…

*Inspector arrested for gunning down Kano resident (DailyTrust)*Knocks as church invites Pasuma, Portable to praise night (Punch)

Inspector arrested for gunning down Kano resident (DailyTrust) The Kano State Commissioner of Police, Mohammed…

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