Stay in Berlin: Part 5

As is common in stories of this nature, little secrets never remain little for long. So it was with Remi and Olisa. From the very first day they met, each felt an indisputable and inexplicable attraction to the other, and neither fought off that attraction. Olisa told... Read More

Oh, I love your hat!

I hardly tie gele when I wear my traditional outfits here, mostly because you cannot claim to be dressed casually while wearing an elaborate head tie.  I tell you, a gele can make a mundane outfit look festive. But the few times I have appeared in public with my gele,... Read More

Stay in Berlin: Part 4

That day was a Wednesday.  Class finished earlier than usual, as the teacher had to travel out of town that afternoon.  So, at 11:15 a.m., the class was dismissed.  Minutes later, Remi walked to the station to catch the next train. The train she usually took, which... Read More

My Dear Child, Chivalry is Dead

  What would you do if your mother or father said this to you: My dear child, Chivalry is dead? Would you believe them?  I can answer for myself.  My answer is No.  I disagree. I have met gentlemen.  Yes, even Nigerian gentlemen.  They exist.  They may be in... Read More

Short Film: International Chef

I saw this video months ago through AfriNolly.  It was one of the entries for their short film competition.  Although this video did not win, I still found it hilarious, and decided to share. I pray none of you experiences the horror of being forced to cook this... Read More

Wherefore Means Therefore

I can’t remember the first time I heard (or read) the word ‘Wherefore,’ but I certainly remember when I understood its meaning. It was in a class I took years ago, and the teacher asked if anyone knew the meaning of ‘Wherefore.’  I... Read More

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