Around the world, the arrival of the New Year is celebrated with diverse traditions that embrace the spirit of new beginnings—whether through fireworks, countdowns, prayers, or...
To my dearest 40-year-old self, It’s the brink of a new year, I am enveloped by a tumult of emotions—anticipation, apprehension and a hint of uncertainty....
Every morning, Tade woke up to her phone by her side, but she never touched it. She would remember to pick up the phone until she...
It is a new year and we are coming from a long week of highlight reels and end-of-year reflections. You, my dear reader, are one of...
We have all heard the heroic story of a blind person who sang his way to millions and the Grammys. Or the college dropout who pursued...
Pain is inevitable in life. Everybody is dealing with different kinds of pain; from losses in business to losing someone we love, even being heartbroken or...
I know, the moment you saw the title, you said to yourself, “Another motivational speaker don come.” But I promise you, this is no motivation. They...
As the year draws to a close, reflecting on how it unfolded can feel overwhelming—especially if the memories feel blurry or tinged with pain. For some,...
Don’t dwell on memories of your lost loved ones so much that you forget to create new memories with those who are here.
Being labelled weird due to my unconventional decisions has often made me struggle to maintain my sanity while navigating life’s complexities. I often find myself lost...
The silence that surrounded us every day started because ten times we tried to have children; ten times we failed.
You matter. Not for the roles you play, your accomplishments or the burdens you bear, but simply for who you are: a (hu)man. You are enough,...
Once upon a time, 18-year-old Ava lived in a small town in Nigeria. She was not just any girl; she was a dreamer, a believer and...
From the moment we are born, we are led to believe that our lives revolve around times and seasons. Some seasons are pleasant, while others can...
A European football club announced the death of one of its past players, Luiz Suarez. Some people who didn’t read the club’s full statement mistakenly believed...
A little discomfort for someone shouldn’t hinder us from moving forward.
I lay on the mat and closed my eyes. It was silent; everywhere was dark, except for the pinkish, tiny light from my power bank. It...
And when we talk, we chortle at the thorns and joys in our paths...
It was just starting to get dark when the family of Brennan gathered for a brief celebration. His child was around too. They intended for the...
I hope we embrace the tenacity of a cockroach when faced with challenges, yet remain open to the possibility of redirection when necessary.
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