Mrs Evelyn Ukong has nine mouths to feed apart from hers. After losing her son, his wife remarried and left five of their kids with Evelyn to cater to. “She (son’s ex-wife) occasionally sends money to me though, but I…

A leading mobile-first digital solutions provider, VDL Technologies, officially marked its tenth anniversary with a glamorous celebratory event held at The Anthonia, Victoria Island, on Friday. The milestone event brought together industry titans, long-standing partners, and staff to celebrate a…

In many African homes, mothers are highly regarded and respected, but there are times when they tend to go overboard with discipline. Our correspondent asked members of the public how they would react if their mother-in-law hit them Ochayi Paul…

DANIEL AYANTOYE asks some Nigerians who they think is to blame for the prevalence of single parents Okanlawon Durodola Men should be blamed The question mostly depends on what happened between couples before their separation. However, most times, men are…

Olalekan Abayomi received an invitation from the police to answer questions regarding a phone theft. However, upon arrival, he was immediately arrested. As he discovered, an invitation by the police can quickly turn into an arrest if the police suspect…

In a tale as old as time, Olayinka Adeyemi’s quest for a better life led her from the quiet charm of Ondo State to the bustling metropolis of Lagos in 2023. Embarking on a journey for greener pastures, this 26-year-old…

TOLULOPE FASUAN asked members of the public if they would quit their jobs at the request of their spouse I can quit if…– Friday Tijani The first answer that struck my mind was no, but that cannot be the answer…

Getting pregnant, carrying a baby to full term and then successfully delivering them is the joy of every mother. However, certain things, can put a woman at risk of suffering a miscarriage. Contrary to common perception and the use of…

The rainy season brings a refreshing change, replenishing water resources and nurturing plant life. However, it also brings its share of challenges, especially regarding keeping children safe. The increased moisture and cool temperatures can create an environment conducive to various…

On November 5, 2021, a Master of Business Administration student at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Timothy Adegoke, travelled from Abuja to Ile-Ife, Osun State, to take his examination. He checked into the Hilton Royal Hotel for the duration of his…

For many relationships across the globe, infidelity is a common deal-breaker – a clear non-negotiable that will make a relationship unlikely to work out. While there are indications that some partners can heal and rebuild their relationships after there has…

The StatFin Database defines “low-income earners or persons at risk of poverty” as “those whose household’s disposable money income per consumption unit is lower than 60 per cent of the equivalent median money income of all households.” For many citizens,…

Wife of a former governor of Lagos State and founder of Hope for Women in Nigeria Initiative, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, has advised teenage girls, to distance themselves from premature intimate relationships, and focus on successful academic careers. She gave the…

In 2020, during the COVID-19 lockdown in Lagos, 14-year-old Amaka (not her real name) was repeatedly raped by her uncle who had moved in with her family after losing his job. With schools shut and movements restricted, Amaka’s home, which…

Nigerians speak to GODFREY GEORGE and CHIJIOKE IREMEKA on what they would do if they found out that their partner hid their HIV status from them until after marriage I’ll have a candid discussion on the way forward – David…