Opinion: The uneventful life of a side chick

by Christina Adegbaju There have been spin-offs from the side chick tales, reality shows, movies and online groups extensively discussing the pros and cons of being a side chick. Many women are still unsure on what defines a side chick, mainly because they feel so comfortable with the role they are playing, no fear of being... Read More

Opinion

opinion, relationship, side chick

June 20, 2017

The Thread: How my ex and his family killed my baby and dumped me

In a world where men have been labelled as “scum”, some make it hard for the “good” men around to raise their heads high. A Twitter user, @_ZannaM, shared a harrowing experience of how the “love of her life” practically left her for dead then dumped her for another woman with the backing of his... Read More

Opinion

baby, Ex, FAMILY, men, relationship, Scum, thread, twitter.

May 28, 2017

My relationship with Dino Melaye – TBoss

Big Brother Naija star, Tboss has explained her relationship with Senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye. A picture of Tboss and Melaye at the launch of his anti-corruption book had got tongues wagging. While speaking t a breakfast buffet at Shirley’s Confectionery, Abuja on Saturday, TBoss denied any relationship with the senator. “It was a book... Read More

The News Blog

BBNaija, Big Brother Naija, dino melaye, relationship, tboss

May 23, 2017

The Thread: How to be the perfect Nigerian wife

Are you finding it difficult to hook yourself a man? Or have you got yourself the man, the ring and the idyllic house on the Island yet still find it difficult to navigate the streams of marriage? Nneka O. is here to help. Well, sorta. She curates some thoughts of Nigerians, broadcast on Twitter expressing... Read More

nigeria, Nneka O. Marriage, patriarchy, relationship, Sexism, social media, The Thread

May 12, 2017

Shouldn’t we talk about domestic violence against men too?

by Azeez Adeniyi The internet has been agog over the issue of domestic violence in relationships and marriages in the last few days. What seems to have fuelled this discourse is the claim by Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe, that her husband, Lanre Gentry has been beating her all through their marriage. Aigbe had alleged that... Read More

Featured, Thinking Through

abuse, Domestic violence, Marriage, men, relationship, women

May 8, 2017

Otobo may be looking for new blackmail victims, not yet born again – Apostle Suleman

by Azeez Adeniyi General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, Johnson Suleman has said a Canadian-based lady, Stephanie Otobo who claimed to have been in a sexual relationship with him was not born again and may be looking for new blackmail victims. Otobo had claimed Suleman failed in his promise to marry her and had filed... Read More

The News Blog

Apostle Johnson Suleman, blackmail, Born again, relationship, Stephanie Otobo

May 4, 2017

Mercy Aigbe’s husband called her crazy and we’re wondering what the actual heck this is?

Honestly, we’re tired! Tired of celebrity divorces and the mentally exhausting stories that come with them. Less than a week ago, news of Mercy Aigbe’s marriage issues was all over the place. A number of us frankly hoped it was another rumour that would be diffused in good time. Then less than a day after... Read More

Thinking Through

celebrities, divorce, Lanre Gentry, Marriage, Mercy Aigbe, nollywood, relationship

April 11, 2017

#BBNaija: Why I can’t date Marvis – Efe (WATCH)

by Azeez Adeniyi Winner of the Big Brother Naija show, Efe, has said he cannot date fellow housemate Marvis because she has a boyfriend. Efe said this on Tuesday during an interview with Cool FM after arriving Nigeria. The Warri-born rapper said he has feelings for Marvis but her relationship would not allow any sexual... Read More

The News Blog

BBNaija, Big Brother Naija, date, Efe, marvis, relationship

March 2, 2017

Former US VP, Joe Biden’s son, Hunter is dating his late brother’s wife

by Dolapo Adelana Hunter Biden, the younger son of former US vice president, Joe Biden has started a romantic relationship with Hallie Biden, wife of his late brother, Beau, PageSix reports. According to the news medium Hallie and Hunter are now officially a couple. Hallie, was devastated following her husband, Beau’s death in May 2015 after... Read More

The News Blog

beau biden, Hallie Biden, Hunter Biden, Jill Biden, Joe Biden, Kathleen Biden, relationship

February 15, 2017

The Thread: Everything you need to know about relationships- hilarious, truthful, sound

You’ve probably gotten so much relationship advice, your head’s full. You might want to chuck out all you’v heard before and make room for this one. It’s mature, it’s balanced, it’s open and it’s not forced down your throat. Do see below: A one-night stand can lead to a blissful union, just as a one... Read More

Opinion, Thinking Through

choices, Juliet Kego, Love, Marriage, nigeria, relationship, The Thread

February 13, 2017

Nene Henshaw: Who knows the difference between flirting and cheating? [NEXT]

by Nene Henshaw Earlier on today in a discussion about curvy women in Short dresses with a friend, who opined that women dress that way solely to flirt with/ seduce men and make them cheat and I objected because I really don’t think my short dress should make you cheat so I simply said “cheating... Read More

Opinion

God, Nene Henshaw, NEXT, nigeria, relationship, youth

February 4, 2017

I am not in a relationship with Femi Jacobs – Rita Dominic

Actress Rita Dominic has dismissed speculations that she is in an amorous relationship with fellow actor, Femi Jacobs. In a recent interview with Saturday Beats, she described him as a platonic friend and ‘buddy’. “Acting in those movies with Femi was not really planned except his feature in ‘The Meeting’ which was his first major... Read More

The News Blog

child, Femi Jacob, relationship, rita dominic

January 29, 2017

The Sexuality Blog: Straight men are actually gay AF

Yeah, I swore. Straight people, especially straight men are gay as hell. They’re so gay they put the ‘masc for masc’/no fats no fems crowd to shame. Straight men are obsessed with your penis. They’re always stealing glances at it, will grope you and tell you to chill out, they were just ‘pranking’ you. They... Read More

Counter Culture Blog

blow job, gay, men, relationship, straight men, The Sexuality Blog, TSB, women

January 13, 2017

Harmony Levin: A toast to love [NEXT]

by Harmony Levin “If one wants to love and open up his or her heart to humanity the first step is in expressing compassionate love” My name is Harmony Levin, I am a speaker and social commentator; basically, I am gifted in the art of reading and writing, and I am a lover. I will... Read More

Opinion

Compassionate love, Harmony Levin, Love, NEXT, relationship, self-love

January 12, 2017

Nigeria’s relationship with Taiwan unchanged – Presidency

The Presidency has dismissed what it called “incorrect media reports” stating a severing of ties between Nigeria and Taiwan. A statement by media aide to President Muhammadu said the relationship between both countries remained unchanged. “The correct position is that the official relationship between Nigeria and Taiwan has been at the level of trade representation... Read More

The News Blog

Garba Shehu, nigeria, Presidency, relationship, Taiwan, Ties

January 11, 2017

Fiction: The woman she married

Mama loves Papa. It is the only rational thing – short of God designed – that can substantiate their relationship and the way she treats him. Their love is one that challenges emotional boundaries and leaves Mama praying in tongues in the dead of the night because Papa would not come back early – though... Read More

culture, Fiction, Love-hate, Marriage, patriarchy, relationship

December 8, 2016

The Thread: She saved my number as Elvis cold stone

Relationships can be touch and go: one person can be invested in the relationship and the other is just along for the ride. As 2016 draws to an end, @Son_of_Somebody is reminiscing on the experiences of the year and here’s what he has to say: One of the my lowest points of 2016 ….I thought... Read More

dating, heartbreak, life, Love, relationship, The Thread

December 7, 2016

The Thread: What will happen to marriage if women were richer?

Asking questions about marriage and how fragile men’s egos become when their wives are more successful than they are is writer and creative consultant, Ozzy Etomi. Do see below: Men think they can handle a woman's success but deep down never truly expect their women to actually become more successful than they are — Ozzy... Read More

Marriage, Men's fragile egos, Ozzy Etomi, patriarchy, relationship, Succesful women

December 3, 2016

Thought Experiment: ‘I am Maje Ayida, and this is what I think about all this’

*This is not a true account. This is a writer trying to tell the story of what is possibly going on in the head of Maje Ayida, husband to on-air star, Toke Makinwa and subject of her new book, On Becoming by Okon Ekpo Why have I kept a studious quiet since my wife (she... Read More

Featured

Abike Dabiri, book, cheating, Love, maje ayida, Mo Abudu, nigeria, On Becoming, pains, relationship, sticky, Thisday Style, thought experiment, toke makinwa

December 1, 2016

Opinion: Forget the government, we are the welfare system of Nigeria

by Asandia Hogan We are going through a recession in Nigeria. This is the time to help someone out! Things are rough for a lot of people, even the ones one may think are rich or doing well. If you can help someone please do. This is the time to help your gateman pay a... Read More

assistance, community, economy, Federal Government, nigeria, recession, relationship, survival, welfare

November 30, 2016

Review: Toke Makinwa’s book ‘On Becoming’ is the first sound in a world of silence

by Afam Ade-Odiachi I worked in entertainment news for six months. I enjoyed a certain proximity to the people many call stars. I cannot say that it did much for me or my ego. Their resume’s weren’t so impressive that their names dropped from my lips at the first opportunity. In spite of my snobbery,... Read More

Book Review, life, Maje, Marriage, Media, nigeria, relationship, toke makinwa

November 25, 2016

Adetoye Sokunbi: Hanging out | A modern day tradition of auditioning for sex

by Adetoye Sokunbi “They have apps for dating now” an older friend once texted me, saying, “I just left a friend who said she has at least 2-3 dates a week. And tons of people across the apps, more than she could f_k, given the time she has in a day” I could tell she... Read More

Featured

Adetoye Sokunbi, dating, Fuck buddies, Netflix-and-chill, New Voices, nigeria, relationship

November 8, 2016

“In dealing with the opposite sex you’ll need a mighty doze of humility,” Ebonyi lawmaker tells Linda Ikeji

An Ebonyi state House of Assembly member, Maria Ude Nwachi has written an open letter to popular blogger Linda Ikeji. In the letter via her Facebook page, Nwachi advises Linda on her relationship and public comments about men. Read letter below: Linda, you cannot have it both ways….. I personally did a lot of damage... Read More

The News Blog

facebook, Linda Ikeji, Maria Ude Nwachi, men, relationship

October 18, 2016

Opinion: Lessons from the Buhari-Aisha debacle

by Bola and Yinka Obebe Everyone is still talking about the Buhari-Aisha debacle. While many have expressed outrage, others have been a bit more sympathetic. After all has been said and done, all that’s left to do is reflect on the lessons we can learn from the situation. There are a few relationship lessons this... Read More

Aisha buhari, Bola Obebe, feminism, patriarchy, president buhari, relationship, Yinka Obebe

October 15, 2016

Eketi Edima Ette: A case of the ex with no conscience

by Eketi Edima Ette Except for that Nnwanna that used my heart to play kalo kalo, I’ve been blessed with good exes. They are people I’m happy to do business with, call every now and we’re still good friends. Some exes are from hell, no doubt about that. Those one you do all in your... Read More

Cheaters, exes, Marriage, nigeria, relationship

October 15, 2016

“I’m not ready for a relationship” – Davido

Musician Davido who recently released his EP, ‘Son of Mercy’ says he is not ready for a relationship. Davido who has a daughter with Sophia Momodu, niece of media personality Dele Momodu spoke with the Beat FM shortly after the release of the video for ‘How long’ featuring Tinashe. He said, “I don’t have a... Read More

The News Blog

celebrity, Davido, Dele Momodu, entertainment, relationship, sophia momodu, Tinashe

October 12, 2016

Charity Okorie: Finding love across the sea [Nigerian Voices]

by Charity Okorie “I think I’ll send him a friend request just for laughs.” I took my phone and immediately sent it, knowing he will probably won’t even accept, then I headed back to my bed. *The next day* “Ekene! He accepted my request and sent me a message! What am I supposed to say?... Read More

Nigerian Voices

boyfriend, Canada, ldr, Love, relationship

October 6, 2016

Opinion: These are the ways I’ll love you

by Olatoxic I’ll kiss you in front of your parents while you’re pregnant with our first child. I’ll remind them of the day I met them and how terrified they were of the idea of me and how far we’ve all come from then. I won’t tattoo your name on my skin, but I’ll ink... Read More

boyfriend, future wife, Marriage, relationship

October 6, 2016

Eketi Edima Ette: The chairman of skirt-chasers association did a number on me

by Eketi Edima Ette There was a time, a time and a time ago, when I wore my heart on my sleeve and my middle name was Shakara-IyangaSpecial. That was the time I met my Igbo Hustler a.k.a. My Sweet Egovin. Very hardworking fine boy. Unlike my Yoruba Angel, I didn’t like or want this... Read More

boyfriends, Cheaters, mothers, relationship, victims

October 2, 2016

Badru Hamad: The escapades of Debo Badru [Nigerian Voices]

As I walked from the bus park to my house, I refrained fruitlessly from thinking to myself. One thing that has always disturbed my mind and has been giving me sleepless nights is the fact that; with all the knowledge I claim to possess; the experiences I have garnered; and the people that I have... Read More

Nigerian Voices

house helps, nigeria, relationship

Opinion: The uneventful life of a side chick

The Thread: How my ex and his family killed my baby and dumped me

My relationship with Dino Melaye – TBoss

The Thread: How to be the perfect Nigerian wife

Shouldn’t we talk about domestic violence against men too?

Otobo may be looking for new blackmail victims, not yet born again – Apostle Suleman

Mercy Aigbe’s husband called her crazy and we’re wondering what the actual heck this is?

#BBNaija: Why I can’t date Marvis – Efe (WATCH)

Former US VP, Joe Biden’s son, Hunter is dating his late brother’s wife

The Thread: Everything you need to know about relationships- hilarious, truthful, sound

Nene Henshaw: Who knows the difference between flirting and cheating? [NEXT]

I am not in a relationship with Femi Jacobs – Rita Dominic

The Sexuality Blog: Straight men are actually gay AF

Harmony Levin: A toast to love [NEXT]

Nigeria’s relationship with Taiwan unchanged – Presidency

Fiction: The woman she married

The Thread: She saved my number as Elvis cold stone

The Thread: What will happen to marriage if women were richer?

Thought Experiment: ‘I am Maje Ayida, and this is what I think about all this’

Opinion: Forget the government, we are the welfare system of Nigeria

Review: Toke Makinwa’s book ‘On Becoming’ is the first sound in a world of silence

Adetoye Sokunbi: Hanging out | A modern day tradition of auditioning for sex

“In dealing with the opposite sex you’ll need a mighty doze of humility,” Ebonyi lawmaker tells Linda Ikeji

Opinion: Lessons from the Buhari-Aisha debacle

Eketi Edima Ette: A case of the ex with no conscience

“I’m not ready for a relationship” – Davido

Charity Okorie: Finding love across the sea [Nigerian Voices]

Opinion: These are the ways I’ll love you

Eketi Edima Ette: The chairman of skirt-chasers association did a number on me

Badru Hamad: The escapades of Debo Badru [Nigerian Voices]

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