Subomi glanced at the half-full jar of mayonnaise on the counter top. He surveyed his modest student kitchen, searching for some accompaniment to the rice concoction he had just put together. The mayonnaise may not substitute for the lack of ‘protein’¹ in his meal but at least it could give it an enhanced taste, he... Continue Reading →
Days ago, there was a fire incident where I stay and it was totally unexpected. Of course, nobody expects a fire breakout, but that's besides the point.
The Downfall of a Generation. Life demands attention. It requires from us the ability to maintain focus for a prolonged period of time. Being attentive in life isn't a luxury or an option; it is a necessity. It therefore seems counterintuitive that although we have made significant progress in creating support systems that allow us... Continue Reading →
In yesterday's post, we hinted briefly on the state of things in Nigeria, at least from the economic standpoint. Truthfully, the indices look worrying and the mood of the country is a bit stale. Today, as a country, we celebrate the 64th anniversary of the country's independence from British Colonism, and it seems we have... Continue Reading →
In my country in the West African region, there have recently been rising tensions. Citizens – the youth, most especially – have raised demands from the ruling civilian government with regards to the state of the economy. I have even been accosted by my fellow citizens in diaspora, with questions like “Are you really financially... Continue Reading →
In Plain Sight 