Telling Chizoba’s Story
By Ijeoma Nwogwugwu Herbert Wigwe everyone knew, but not many knew the backbone behind his immense success. I called you Chiz Baby. Queenette Allagoa called you Chiz Burger. Most called you Doreen. I remember when…
February 2024
6 Quiet Conventions Of The Healthiest Relationships
Cuddling, play, and sufficient sleep. By Theresa E. DiDonato Ph.D. Big romantic gestures are fun (who doesn’t like a weekend getaway?), but healthy relationships aren’t defined by grand acts or dramatic events. Sure, send the…
Democrat Tom Suozzi Wins Race To Replace George Santos
By By Kayla Epstein – BBC A Democrat has won the swing US congressional district left vacant when former Republican Congressman George Santos was expelled last December. Tom Suozzi’s Tuesday night victory over rival Mazi…
Tiger Woods Launches New Venture After Split With Nike
BBC Tiger Woods has used his traditional choice of wearing red in a tournament’s final round as influence for a new venture following his split with Nike. The move follows the 48-year-old ending a partnership…
Lessons For Wike From Delta State
POLITICAL NOTES Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, last week boasted that his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa does not interfere in the governance of the state. He added that unlike other former governors of some states,…
To Have A Great Valentine’s Day, Do This One Thing
By Isabelle Morley Psy.D. Valentine’s Day, like many holidays, is emotionally loaded. Very few people don’t have an opinion about Valentine’s Day. Some love and cherish it, seeing it as an opportunity to spoil their…
Ghana-Nigeria, Sibling Rivalry & The Future Of Africa
A Cameroonian comedian was recently lamenting Nigeria’s victory over Angola after Nigeria defeated Cameroon a few days earlier. However, what surprised the skit maker Mr. Ndze, was Ghanaians’ lamentation. He was surprised that Ghanaians were angrier…
7 Phrases That Enhance Your Communication
Words matter in keeping love alive. By Kathy McCoy Ph.D. They were unlike most couples I see initially in counseling. For their first session, they arrived at my office smiling and holding hands. They were…
When Words Fail: 5 Ways to Tame Out-of-Control Conflict
5 attitude-changing tips for keeping conflict productive. By Kathy McCoy Ph.D. It was yet another epic battle for Jayden and Ericka. Starting as a difference of opinion, it ended up in a dual meltdown as…
Urgent Need To Halt Soaring Food Prices
Postscript by Waziri Adio Prices of food items have been on a continuous rise in Nigeria in the past few years. But the spikes of the last few months are quite significant. Soaring food prices…