By Nkanu Egbe The words hung above the room like a quiet indictment. Abeokuta, May 2026. Media executives, editors, newsroom leaders, digital operators and industry thinkers had made their way to Ogun State for the 4th Nigerian Media Leaders’ Summit — not for the usual pageantry of a conference, but for something the organisers were Read More…
With everyone becoming more aware of their carbon footprints, eco-friendly cleaning is on the rise. Most common items in your kitchen can be used to make effective, natural cleaning solutions that are both cost effective and eco-friendly.The items will not only eliminate the need for chemical-filled products but also provide a safer option for homes. Read More…
Ecclesiastes 4:9–12 In a city like Lagos, relationships are under pressure. People are busy. Schedules are tight. Conversations are rushed. Everyone is trying to survive, progress, and keep up with the demands of life. And in the midst of all this movement, something important can quietly begin to weaken—the bonds that hold families and relationships Read More…
Julius Malema was not yet born when my generation of Nigerian student leaders put our lives and resources on the line for the liberation of South Africa and other countries under the yoke of colonialism and apartheid in the region. Yet, it was he who had the courage to defend foreigners of African descent at Read More…
WHO flags global case cluster, but says risk remains low — NCDC on alert as hantavirus travel-linked cluster widens — Why Nigeria is watching a virus it has not yet recorded By Nkanu Egbe Three passengers are dead. Eight cases have been confirmed or suspected across multiple countries. A Dutch-flagged cruise ship carrying 147 passengers Read More…
By Joy Essien In Lagos, attracting high-end clients requires far more than expensive aesthetics, polished Instagram pages, or premium pricing. The city’s affluent consumers operate within a sophisticated ecosystem shaped by influence, perception, speed, exclusivity, and social signaling. They are not merely buying products or services; they are buying trust, convenience, discretion, emotional ease, and Read More…
By Joy Essien Luxury living in Ikoyi has evolved into something far more sophisticated than simply occupying an expensive address. In today’s Lagos, Ikoyi represents a carefully insulated ecosystem — a private world designed to shield its residents from the pressures, unpredictability, and infrastructural inconsistencies of the wider city. Here, luxury is measured less by Read More…
By Joy Essien Ikoyi has quietly transformed into the culinary capital of luxury dining in Nigeria. Beyond its tree-lined streets, diplomatic residences, and corporate headquarters lies a sophisticated food culture shaped by ambition, global influence, and an increasingly discerning clientele. Dining here is no longer simply about eating out; it is about immersion, status, storytelling, Read More…
Where Afro-Modern Luxury Meets Functional Living in Lagos’ Most Prestigious District By Joy Essien In Ikoyi, interior design has evolved far beyond expensive furniture and polished marble floors. Today, the district’s most sought-after spaces are designed to tell stories — stories of culture, status, comfort, ambition, and identity. From penthouses overlooking the Lagos Lagoon to Read More…
There are many people in Lagos waking up every morning already exhausted before the day even begins. They drag themselves through traffic, meetings, parenting, deadlines, religious activities, social obligations and endless expectations, while quietly wondering why their body feels heavier than it should. A woman I recently worked with, whom I will call Amaka (not Read More…