I remember watching my mum get dressed in the so-called trendy styles back then. Sometimes I would sit and wonder why she would choose to wear bogus trousers pants. A few times, I laughed out loud, thinking so mum thought she looked cool. Now, it’s about 25 years down the lane, I find myself rocking those clothes I considered not-so-cool. Those bogus pants are the Palazzos! They’ve have indeed made a trending comeback Well, permit my inquisition …I did a little digging on this newest trend and my discoveries; Palazzos are the long women’s trousers cut with a loose, extremely...
What to do in Grooming your Natural Hair
Ladies from the age of five tend to be very conscious of their appearance. From the hairdo to facials to the nails and you name it all. But most importantly the hair has to be on point whether it be worn long, short, wavy, kinky, straight, curly, permed or natural. This, brings me to the latest “craze” in town; The Natural Hair! Everyone seem to be hooked on this, in fact yours truly has joined the band wagon …*lol* Mid last year, I woke up with this unusual feeling of going all natural. I kept tossing the idea, going back and forth in...
10 Keys to a Better Relationship in the Workplace
Relationship is the single entity that saves us from the lifetime agony of oblivion. A man with no friends, family and relations, is a dead man walking. It takes relationship to have one’s head above waters. Although, we may work at a lightning speed when alone, It takes relationship to go far than in life. Even employees must frequently work together with their subordinates on projects, communicate ideas and provide motivation to get things done. Without a stable and inviting relationship in the workplace, productivity will be low. Let me take you down the road of human relationship as we...
15 Things Every Woman Should Have in Her Handbag
It is expected that every lady is “Prim and proper” and her appearance scream elegance and glamour. As such, there are certain necessities that every lady must have in her purse or hand bag. These items must be readily available because they will always be needed. If you do not have one of these items in your bag, then you are not ready to head out the door. A woman should always be ready, for anything, anyone, and anytime. With this list of 15 things every woman should have in her bag, you will always be prepared. Makeup bag This...
Annual Scholarship Opportunities for African Women Overseas
The following list entails some of the annual scholarship opportunities available for African women – either for those in businesses or looking to further their education. Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students https://www.boell.de/en/scholarships-application Deadline: 1 Mar (annual) Opportunity to study in Germany DAAD Masters Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance https://www.daad.de/miniwebs/icostjerusalem/en/24639/index.html Deadline: 31 July (annual) Opportunity to study in Germany DAAD Scholarships in Germany for Development-Related Postgraduate Courses https://www.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-database/?detail=10000008 Deadline: Aug-Oct (annual) Opportunity to study in Netherlands Foundation Rainbow Bridge MBA Scholarships for African and Asian Women http://www.mba.hec.edu/Fees-Funding/Scholarships/Fondation-Rainbow-Bridge Deadline: 15 Jun/26 Nov (annual) Opportunity to study in Paris, France Leiden University Excellence...
Tale of a teenager: The Omolola’s experience
I was sitting in Barrister Jide`s office speechless, my tongue caught in my throat. I had to come to the reality of my future of dependency on Uncle Kunle .A man who hates the mention of my name; he can’t stand my sight. How am I expected to live in the same house with him? A man who already calls me an evil child and accuses me of the death of my parents, why has life decided to take its toll on me as I watched uncle Kunle assure Barrister Jide and Aunty Bimpe of how responsible he has become...
Tale of a teenager: The Omolola’s experience- At his Mercy
30th of March I just can’t do this, I think It Is time I tell you what is going on, Omolola I am so sorry I have been lying to you all these while, your parents died Instantly In the car accident, you and Kunle are the only ones who survived the accident that afternoon, I just could not bring myself to tell you am so sorry dear. These words I found so difficult to believe while standing at the grave side of my parents watching the under takers lower their bodies Into the ground , I searched for tears...
FictionOmolola's diary
Tales of Abused Teenager: The Omolola’s Experience-The Accident
02 January 3:00pm It was a long and quiet drive from Zone B Okota police station where Chief Williams had filed a report on the account of rape against Uncle Kunle. Uncle Kunle was beaten and tortured for one week at the police station, his face was swollen, his body was bruised all over, he was so much dealt with that even my father’s connection could not save him this time around. Immediately he stepped out of the holding cell with my father I felt guilt inside me ,If I had not gone Into the kitchen that day he would...
8 Basic Female Body Types to Note
The female body is extravagant and beautifully crafted. It occurs in a range of shapes or types. They are typically narrower at the waist than at the bust and hips. The bust, waist, and hips are used to define basic female body types/shapes. There are 8 major female body types according to a study of over 6000 women. They include: Straight Body Type Pear Body Type Spoon Body Type Hourglass Body Type Top Hourglass Body Type Inverted Triangle Body Type Oval Body Type Diamond Body Type 1. Straight Body Type This is sometimes called rectangle or ruler body. Here the hips and bust are balanced, waist...
Celebrating The Feminine Strength…
Who can do many things at a time without getting tired? Who can be a nanny to both adult and children? Who can combine home responsibilities with a career? Who has the capability to sacrifice a whole lot just for the happiness of those she loves? A deity deserving of worship yet worships those she loves wholly. She is quite sacrificial; if she so desires and can go all out to give satisfaction and happiness. She can be all encompassing: a wife, a mother, a teacher, a mentor, a counsellor, a cook, a cleaner, a prayer warrior, a protector, a...