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February 2, 2015

Elusoji Olayinka: The problem with New Year resolutions (30 Days, 30 Voices)

This story really is not funny. And I promise to sue anyone who laughs. Is that clear? Good. Read on. My New Year resolution is to eat once a day. Not that I am an eat-it-all glutton, but I found out that I am more productive when I skip breakfast and lunch. Now don’t give... Read More

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February 1, 2015

Adedunmade Onibokun: 2 Words Nigeria needs: Empathy and Humane (30 Days, 30 Voices)

Last night while sitting with my friends in a pub in Victoria Island, Lagos waiting for the usual 3rd mainland traffic to subside, a Briton sitting a few feet from me launched into a diatribe attacking Nigerian politicians and the way they have channelled the cause and faith of the Nation. After realising that I... Read More

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September 4, 2014

Bem Abubakar: Beyond talent hardwork and connections (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Bem Abubakar It is an undeniable fact that there lies a sea of young people wanting to go into the entertainment industry. With emphasis laid on music and movie industry, this is evident and can be verified when auditions are called for by Organisations. In this auditions, you find those who have the budding... Read More

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Nosa Osas: Of love, choices and the ripple effect (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Nosah Osas ”We either choose to stay behind or move forward, there’s no middle ground.” We are born, we live, we die, sometimes not necessarily in that order. We put things to rest to have them rise again. So if death is not the end, what can you count on anymore? Because you... Read More

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Kemisola Adetola: Miriam’s crush (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Kemisola Adetola ”The following week, she found a note in her locker, with a love tag.” “Lights out!” Finally, the most anticipated words Miriam had been waiting for came ringing in her ears, accompanied by the deafening sound of a bell. Her bed was by the window, the top bunk, so she got to... Read More

Favour Nosakhare: Catching the bouquet (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Favour Nosakhare ”My friends and I had screamed ‘’BETRAYAL! Men are liars!’’ but the fact is, what if my friend wasn’t so cut up with the illusion of a perfect wedding and a perfect man?” You know what they say about catching the bouquet? You will be the next to say ‘’ I do”.... Read More

Adesegun Ayobami: My memorable flying experience (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Adesegun Ayobami ”The plane finally took off, I didn’t notice I had been sitting next to a beautiful girl, I was in awe of the splendour a man like me invented” Dreams can be deceptive, though some say it’s a rhema to futuristic events. Sometimes they offer you a chance to dine in the... Read More

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Dennis Irere: Impossible possibilities of existence (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Dennis Irere What if there was no light? To show me wrong from right. What if there’s no time? And I don’t have to chase after dreams. What if there are no rules? To teach about the forbidden What if there’s no prize? And I don’t have any reason to lie.... Read More

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Azubuike Azikiwe: Musings of an impaired being (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Azubuike Azikiwe Does it really matter that I conform to the norms of the day? What perfect blueprint is there for the journey called life? Who are you to chastise me for being filled with flaws? Only one was made perfect. Who deems it otherwise? Who made you judge and jury over... Read More

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Kemi Bonuola: Memoirs of a bad hair day (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Kemi Bonuola ”So you can imagine how upsetting it is when you find yourself in a bad salon, bad in this context means ‘no ventilation, little space, and of course, unprofessional stylists’ ” I have always been particular about hair. As a child, I obsessed about hair, and I loved hair so much... Read More

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Adesegun Realwan: Shopping malls, a spot for the unclad? (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Adesegun Realwan ” I decided I wasn’t going to be bothered about it but for every 5 steps I took, there was either a massive cleavage or a camel toe shoved into my innocent face. ” On March 7, I was so wearied by sleep that I decided to hang out at a popular shopping mall... Read More

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Emmanuel Chidiogo: Why you should not go to school (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Emmanuel Chidiogo ”In this day and age, it’s what you do with your knowledge that stands out; not the certificates you accumulate and hang on your wall.” Did you ever come across those complex things called equations? If you never did, count yourself lucky. We all (mostly science students) encountered some frustrating moments... Read More

Odumala Taiwo: Failing excellently (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Odumala Taiwo ”We want to get that dream job without a glitch; we want that mouth-watering contract with little hassle, but we forget that like iron, we all must pass through fire to be desirable.” “To those who must begin their lives again, may you find your way amongst the shadows and thorns; strong... Read More

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Okanlawon Steven: Papa is drunk again! (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Okanlawon Steven On the dusty old path He subconsciously swayed home In the darkest hour of the night, The moon hung up high While the whole village slept He pounded on his door, ‘’…that witch has locked me out again!” The door flung open With a “welcome” from his lad “Oh no! Papa is... Read More

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Damilola Jagun: Memoirs of a long distance relationship (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Damilola Jagun ”For someone like me with trust issues, and distance barrier problems, it was surprising that I saw no red flags; instead I envisioned a romance filled with endless possibilities.” Sprawled on the floor she lay, as she scribbled relentlessly into her ‘lesson note’ book, a required necessity for any teacher. So she... Read More

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Blaise Aboh: My eulogy to mama (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Blaise Aboh Dear Mama, I wish you were near mama I miss you dearly Oh! I just cannot bear it My heart stops when your face comes to mind Same heart skips for you, mama, you’re so fine Who can I compare you with? No one! Oh mama! To me you’re everything... Read More

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Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana: How I became the ‘Wazup guy’ (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana ”I looked so lost on that particular stage (at the time, I had just begun performing), so I was asking myself can I really perform? I had doubts and I began questioning my ability. It was encouraging words from people that helped me, when they would tell me ‘’Go mehn, you can... Read More

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Kolapo Olapoju: Dilemma of an interviewee (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Kolapo Olapoju ”He counted 25, 26, 27,28,29,30 figures; thirty expectant faces. Most of them strained by constraints, yet bright.” He shuffled back and forth from the escape Adele’s music offered and the release Johnny Cash presented on his dilapidating 7 year old iPod, which had passed through 3 hands in his disjointed clan. He glanced... Read More

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Naomi Edor: Finding ‘something’ (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Naomi Edor ”Something is knowing whether you want to be with someone, either out of loneliness or love, it is knowing that you are comfortable with yourself and you enjoy your company enough, before letting someone into that space; it’s learning that being emotionally independent isn’t so bad.” I was told, “There is something in nothing” and... Read More

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Echezona Nduka: This love is death (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Echezona Nduka Dry petals, broken filaments and anthers make mockery of my balcony, These frowning flowers tell poignant tales, On Valentine’s eve, they bloomed. Their scents wafted beyond my rooftops as love; Now, death is theirs and on me, they beckon. Death hides its face in love’s lyrics As these songs melt my heart;... Read More

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Abiodun Alabi: An unusual lesson (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Abiodun Alabi ” ‘…just relax and enjoy the moment’, those words resonated in my mind, an unending echo, reflecting off the walls of my mind every day.” I can’t remember the date, day or time but all I kept with me was the lesson. I kept with me the thrill. It was summer, I... Read More

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Paul Amayo: Bringing on your A-game (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Paul Amayo ”You’re stronger than you know, you’re wiser than you imagine, and you’re more beautiful than you think.” It’s the month of July, which ultimately signifies the second half of the year, and we all, maybe not all but most of us have taken time to look back and review our... Read More

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Light Obi: Why is father in jail? (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Light Obi ”It still sounded paradoxical passing through a hard life in the hands of a government that promised a better life programme so eloquently.” “Mother! Where did I come from? When will I wear long trousers? Why was father jailed?” ~OSWALD M.M * * * * * * * * Today makes... Read More

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Chimee Adioha: Martina’s mutiny (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Chimee Adioha ”Martina was too guilty to be with Junior; she had left Junior with me and ran to a man who was not her husband.” Martina returned on a Sunday evening when the rains had stopped and there was a rainbow in the sky. I watched Martina play with little Junior in... Read More

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Shayna Smith: Conquering laziness, your biggest enemy (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Shayna Smith ”For your laziness to go away you will need to replace it with a solid plan as to what you will do with the time and energy gained by the departure of your laziness” “Wouldn’t it be awesome if I could banish laziness from my life? Imagine what I could achieve if... Read More

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Edoziem Chisom: Malaria fever (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Edoziem Chisom The evening had grown older, the clouds had gathered and the sun had almost gone into oblivion. Emeka starred keenly, plying his focus on the fascinating lady beside the stream. He laid down the bunch of firewood he’d gone to fetch at the foot of an Udara tree. “Can I help you... Read More

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Socrates Mbamalu: Kisumu City (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Socrates Mbamalu ”Chains of thoughts formed in his mind; what could be the cause of the gathering? ” The crowd he saw filled him with curiosity. Chains of thoughts formed in his mind; what could be the cause of the gathering? The political climate in the country had been tense after the ethnic... Read More

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Ogarama Goodness: African women (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Ogarama Goodness We are meek, Yet proud. We are humble, Despite how much we earn. We take pride in our heritage; Our cultures and values we hold in high esteem. Our culture is our identity; Our values, our worth. Our heritage defines us, Our thick hair, our crowning glory. African Women, We are proudly... Read More

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Casey Haslem: Keeping your home water supply clean (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Casey Haslem ”Contaminated water can cause serious health conditions, such as neurological disorders, reproductive disorders, and gastrointestinal issues.” Contamination of a home’s water supply occurs far more frequently than you may think. Water contamination can happen in any type of water, including drinking water. Contaminated water can cause serious health conditions, such as neurological disorders, reproductive disorders, and gastrointestinal issues. There are several types of contaminants... Read More

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Adediran Adeyemi: Becoming Victoria (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Adediran Adeyemi ”I could be myself without fear or shame because everyone had the masks of new personalities on, no one knew mine was the real me; what they thought to be the real me, was my mask.” It rained the day I entered the world. The storm that raged was one of a... Read More

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