Faith Notes The Good News Urban Living

Experiencing God’s Unusual Blessings-Elijah and the Widow of Zarephath

(1 Kings 17:1-24) Two of the most celebrated Bible characters are Elijah the Prophet and an unnamed woman who is simply described as the Widow of Zarephath. Although one was an Israelite and the other a Gentile, both of them are celebrated in the Bible as examples that others should emulate. James said, concerning Elijah, Read More…

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Domestic Economy Family & Kids Home & Living Joy Mfon Essien Notes Urban Living

What Are You Putting in Your Child’s Lunch Box?

Some years ago, it was Open Day in my children’s school, and I visited and spent some good time in their individual classes talking about their academic performances and behaviour in school. And then my daughter’s teacher began commending me on the content of their lunch box. I eat healthy at least 80% of the Read More…

Faith Notes The Good News Urban Living

Experiencing God’s Unusual Blessings-Phinehas & the Covenant of Everlasting Priesthood

(Number 25:10-13) God makes and keeps covenants. He is righteous and faithful to keep them all until they are completely fulfilled. He is committed to their fulfilment, no matter how long it takes, even until the end of history. One of the most interesting covenants, and perhaps the most forgotten, is the Covenant of Everlasting Read More…

Faith Notes The Good News Urban Living

Experiencing God’s Unusual Blessings -the Example of Solomon

(1 Kings 3:1-15; 4:29-34; 8:62-66; 9:1-9) Solomon, one of the most remarkable human beings that ever lived was born in Jerusalem. He was the second-born child of David and his wife Bathsheba (widow of Uriah the Hittite). The biblical narrative shows that Solomon served as a peace offering between God and David, due to his adulterous relationship with Bathsheba. When the woman Read More…

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Domestic Economy Family & Kids Home & Living Joy Mfon Essien Notes Urban Living

Kids and House Chores

Asides from the fact that having your children share in house chores helps relieve you of some stress, it also has numerous benefits for the kids which many may not be aware of. Sometimes we feel they’re too young and shouldn’t be bothered. Other times we feel like it’s okay and we can handle it Read More…

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Science Top Story Urban Living

Prestigious Nigeria Prize for Science awarded to Prof. Hippolite Amadi for neonatal innovations

The advisory board of the Nigeria Prize for Science proudly announced the winner of the 2023 edition, recognising the remarkable achievements of Professor Hippolite Amadi for his pioneering project titled “Respiratory Technologies for Keeping Nigerian New-Born Babies Alive.” This groundbreaking work has earned Prof. Amadi the esteemed Nigeria LNG Ltd. (NLNG) $100,000 prize. Prof. Barth Read More…

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Buylines Style & Beauty Urban Living

Scented Stories: A Fragrant Journey Through Feminine Elegance

Discover the essence of femininity through a captivating array of fragrances, each a unique olfactory journey waiting to be explored. In the world of scent, a woman can evoke her innermost desires, express her mood, and leave an indelible impression. Let’s embark on a fragrant voyage through some of the most coveted fragrances, each offering Read More…

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Domestic Economy Family & Kids Joy Mfon Essien Notes Urban Living

Exploring Global Cuisines as a Nigerian

The first country I visited outside Nigeria was the United States. We were a group and it was a business vacation. Interestingly, we eat a lot of foreign cuisines in Nigeria thanks to fast food joints and also intercontinental restaurants. But trying these foods on foreign soil is a whole new experience.  On the first Read More…