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Happy Father’s Day!

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It was Father’s Day yesterday, and everyone celebrated their dads and brothers, generally; male role models and father figures. The energy was vibrant and celebratory everywhere. I am reminded of one thing, though; around this time last year, on the previous Father’s Day, I remember I wanted to call my dad to wish him a happy Father’s Day, but I got distracted and forgot to.  A...

Emojis Speak Louder Than Words – The Rise of Visual Communication

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A common language has risen in this age of digital communication, where text messages, social media postings, and comments have dominated our relationships to convey feelings, express ideas, and establish connections. And No! I am not referring to a cyber-coding language or encryption 📟 language; instead, I am referring to emojis, those adorable, tiny pictorial miracles that have swept...

A Good Sleep

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Having a good night’s sleep is as essential as having a balanced diet or regular exercise. Depriving yourself a good night’s sleep has a lot of side effects. It could affect the brain’s functionality; gaining weight is another effect and could increase the chances of diseases in a child or adult.  Research shows that not sleeping well immediately affects our hormones, exercise...

SISTA: A Reflection of Our Society – In Part.

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Excellence is divine and beautiful to behold, and Biodun Stephen reflects that so well in SIsta. A prophet not being respected in his hometown is something I do not do with African arts. I want it to be excellent; I want to love it and talk about it, and every once in a while, a Nigerian Creative puts so much joy in my heart. And today, it’s Biodun Stephen making my heart leap. And with joy...

Living in The Moment

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A whole lot is going on in this era of ours. Life’s moving so fast; speed is the new normal. We have fast food, our networks are now 5g, sports cars are being marketed, and who knows, maybe doctors will come up with a medical treatment to make pregnancy last just three months; if that happens, overpopulation will be the new natural disaster. It’s easy to get caught up in the quest for...

Aspire to Perspire and Why I’ll always choose Substance over Form

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Well done is better than well said – Benjamin Franklin Last month, my friend informed me that she was relieved from her senior management position in a startup company she joined last year. She was relieved not because she was bad but because the company had to make the painful decision to cut down her workforce by over 70%. This was a company that had raised over $20 million dollars in pre...

Moving On to Greater Things! Not Seeing You in a Jiffy…

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One of the best decisions I have made this year was cutting off my tailor, even though I had already paid him to make four kaftans for me. But then, I had to cut him off with the money when he kept on posting me week after week. Now, before you judge me on including something as vain as what I wear as one of my best decisions this year, at least hear me out. You see, I have always known how I...

NextJS: The Magic Spell for Web Developers… and Maybe Unicorns Too!

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In the mystical realm of web development, where coding languages and frameworks abound, a hero has emerged from the depths of cyberspace. Ladies and gentlemen, behold the wondrous NextJS! This enchanting framework not only boosts developer productivity but might just sprinkle a pinch of fairy dust to bring unicorns to life (results may vary). Let’s embark on a whimsical journey through the...

The Sedentary Seduction: Why Couch Potatoes Unite… at the Risk of Their Butts!

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In a world where Netflix binge-watching marathons have become the new Olympic sport, it’s high time we shed some light on the disadvantages of a sedentary lifestyle. Sure, the temptation to melt into the couch like a forgotten bag of potato chips is strong, but let’s take a humorous journey into the dangers that lie within this seemingly cosy existence. The Great Butt-Flattening...

Effects of Online Games on Academic Performance

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The effects of online games are often controversial. While some argue that the benefits outweigh the negatives, it might be impossible to have a clear consensus. The argument will often depend on a personal point of view. However, ample scientific research provides you with a clearer outlook on the impact of online games. On the positive side, particular puzzle and strategy games improve problem...