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As a new mum, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. What’s worse is feeling very alone too. There are conversations on social media about how being a new mum being so much pressure, and then there are images of perfect mums who seem to have it all together, pictures of spotless homes, smiling babies, and mums…
Earlier this month, Americans celebrated the 248th anniversary of the nation’s birth, better known as Independence Day. I will preface my subject by reproducing some insights I shared with my audience which I thought were instructive. You have to respect the Americans for one thing, they are master storytellers. What makes the United States of…
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) continues to haunt millions of girls and women globally, defined by the World Health Organisation as the partial or total removal of external female genitalia for non-medical reasons. Despite international recognition as a human rights violation and efforts to eradicate it, FGM remains prevalent, particularly in Nigeria. The World Health Organisation…
Colleges of Education play a pivotal yet often underrated role in Nigeria’s educational system. Tasked with the vital responsibility of training future teachers, these institutions form the bedrock of the country’s primary and secondary education. Despite their significance, Colleges of Education frequently grapple with perceptions of inferiority compared to universities, overshadowed by societal biases and…
. When you enter the home of a Yoruba woman preparing the famous rice and ata dindin stew, and the distinctive aroma of iru doesn’t greet your nostrils, something is undeniably amiss. Iru, also called locust beans, undergoes a laborious fermentation process before it can be used, distinguishing it as a resilient delicacy. By choosing…
A classroom is often visualised as a physical space within a school building where structured learning occurs. However, the concept of where learning takes place has evolved significantly over time. Today, learning is recognised as a process that can happen in a variety of environments, both formal and informal. The traditional classroom is a space…
According to UNICEF, education is a basic human right. It is the foundation upon which individuals build their futures. Starting quality education at a early age is the foundation of a child’s journey: every stage of education that follows relies on its success. Educating the young ones is not just a necessity; it is a…
Education is one of the most powerful tools, which can lead to national development. It acts as a driving force for economic growth, social progress and political stability. This article discusses in depth how education plays a complex and wide role in fostering national development, with the help of data and scholarly sources. The link…
The Essence Festival is more than just a party. It’s the economic heart of New Orleans, drawing crowds that infuse life (and cash) into the city’s vibrant atmosphere. This year’s event, held from July 4th to 7th, was truly legendary. As I left my state last Wednesday and headed Southwest, I could feel the 30th-anniversary…
Doing Life With… is a BellaNaija Features series that showcases how people live, work, travel, care for their families and… everything in between. We are documenting the lives of all people and ensuring everyone is well-represented at BN. Did you miss last week’s conversation with Seye Dele? You can catch up here. This week, we’re doing life with Abbey…