Over the years, there have been the fight for gender equality globally, with active fighters of this cause present in the Nigerian political system. Nigeria has recorded some success in this campaign and have succeeded in having women hold certain political offices that have not been held by women previously. To celebrate the phenomenal strength of the Nigerian woman, we will be highlighting few women that have made names for themselves in the Nigerian political world: Ngozi Okonjo Iweala The delta state born economist is the first female minister of finance in Nigeria. Ths woman served two terms under the...
5 Spices and Cooking Condiments That Keep Pests Away from the Kitchen
There is nothing as fulfilling as having a well-stocked kitchen. Apart from moving the next market day forward, this also makes planning easy for everyone. So what is the kitchen lover’s worst nightmare? Rodents and pests that decide to pollute the foodstuff and cooking environment with their presence and droppings. Many women have had to throw out some foodstuff because of these little things munch on the edibles in the pantry. No matter how hard you try to keep the space clean, these little devils have a way of constituting a nuisance. Sweeping and dusting have little or no effect...
Hairstyles: 5 Hair Options to Rock This Year
One of the greatest dilemmas of the females is the thought of making their hair every other week/month. Many women go to the salon and just wait for their hair stylist to choose something or they just pick at random. Selecting a hairstyle should be based on different factors like weather condition (is it so hot that I would think of pulling my hair out or is it really cool that I can get away with a forest on my head?), budget (how much am I ready to spend right now?), fit (does this hairstyle go with my face), time...
Celebrating International Women’s Day-The Rise of the Sisterhood
For centuries, the idea of sisterhood has been a dream. Many women (the girl child) have been taught to see other women as rivals who would not only stab them in the back but also be her competition when the time for marriage and childbirth comes. Unfortunately, many women have taken this error to heart and robbed themselves of the opportunity to develop friendships and partnerships that should be mutually beneficial. The myth that the man is always the prize has destroyed many women who would do all they can to sacrifice good friendships when a choice man shows interest...
Oscar 2018: List of Award Winners and Highlights of The Event
The 2018 Oscar winners have been announced! This Academy Awards recognized fresh talent and legendary film makers to break ground across several categories. Below are people who won big at the 90th Academy Awards including who took home Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Actress honours at Oscars 2018! The Shape of Water, Frances McDormand, Gary Oldman, Allison Janney and Sam Rockwell all had a memorable night. Check out the full list of Oscar nominees & winners BEST PICTURE CALL ME BY YOUR NAME DARKEST HOUR DUNKIRK GET OUT LADY BIRD PHANTOM THREAD THE POST WINNER! – THE SHAPE OF WATER ACTOR...
7 Hair Accessories Every Woman Should Have in Her Wardrobe
Doing all you can to switch up your hair game does not have to be a struggle. With the right bits and pieces, you can take your hair game from 0-100 in no time. Wondering how you can make this happen? Look no further, we’ve got you covered. Here are 7 affordable hair accessories that could help you look snatched for the gods: Scarves This is one piece every woman should have in her wardrobe. Apart from the versatility that comes with owning scarves, the difference in textures, length and colours can give you that extra oomph you need on...
7 Air Purifying Potted Plants that Make Us Sleep Well
You may be battling with Insomnia and the consequent negative effects, such as low productivity, lack of energy and poor health. Truth is, most of the times out indoor air is not safe. Some toxic chemicals which emit from our home furniture, upholstery, synthetic building materials and cleaning products have an effect on the air we breathe. Exposure to these different forms of contaminants cause headaches, vomiting, drowsiness and even somethings liver and kidney damage hence the need for potted plants. Studies have shown that being surrounded by nature (potted plants) can help remedy this. Discussed as follows are plants...
Breaking Bad Habits: 5 Ways to Curb Tantrums in Children
Raising children is a beautiful thing but with peculiar challenges like tantrums, it can be tiring. Between spending money and giving them all the love that they require, there are certain behavioural challenges that can make you tired. Throwing tantrums is one issue that every parent has to overcome. Tantrums is an act that shows defiance in a child. It is often accompanied by screaming, kicking of legs and wailing. A lot of parents are often at a loss when a child throws tantrums, especially in a public setting. This is because of the embarrassment that comes with receiving side-looks...
The Passion Series: 5 Ways to Make Money from Your Love of Travelling
Travelling is not only a way to see the world; it is also a way of having fun while moving from place to place. If you are someone who is free-spirited and obsessed with travelling, you may feel stifled when you hold down a job that takes all your time and pays you in return. Apart from the frustration that comes with settling, you may console yourself by remembering that the bills will be paid for by the salary that you get at the end of the month. It is good to be an optimist but have you ever considered...
How to Get the Best Out of a Weight Loss Plan-6 Steps to Success
The subject of weight is a very sensitive one. Unfortunately, it is a topic that cannot be swept under the carpet as it can be the deciding factor when it comes to living a healthy life or battling certain illness. Obesity is tied to hypertension and diabetes which can be traced to meal plans and lifestyle. However, in the bid to stay healthy, there are other factors that must be taken into consideration. If you are on the big side, it is not advisable to go on a crash course like juicing or ketogenic diet (which is a starch-free diet)...