Stepping out of university in Nigeria, I envisioned a life full of success and freedom. I imagined a partner by my side soon enough, a stylish apartment, a lucrative job, and liberty from academic wahala. The thought of being free from curfews, endless assignments, and lecturers dictating my every move seemed like a dream come […]
For the first time in Big Brother Naija history, contestants were auditioned in pairs and will enter the house in pairs—whether they’re siblings, couples, best friends, colleagues, or any other kind of duo you can imagine. Just think about the drama and entertainment this twist will bring! I can already sense the chaos Biggie is […]
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I have never been a looks over personality kinda girl, but sometimes you’d just prefer if you didn’t give your friends the “he doesn’t really take pictures” bullsh*t. So, sometimes I deviate from my core and actually follow looks. I mean the content of a container will never be tasted if the bottle is hideous […]
Drama erupted in Kenya’s National Assembly when veteran legislator Millie Odhiambo responded provocatively to Speaker Moses Wetang’ula’s reprimand. Representing Mbita Constituency, Odhiambo asserted her achievements as a four-term lawmaker come from embracing a “bad girl” persona. “Do not be cheated by the African culture where you’re told to be decorous. I’m telling you, you’ll get […]
Are your twenties the worst time to be alive, or is it a grand adventure waiting to unfold? The truth is, the twenties are a mixed bag of triumphs and trials, a blend of exhilarating freedom and daunting uncertainty. It’s a time of self-discovery, where every choice shapes your journey. View this post […]
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Figuring out what to get your dad for Father’s Day can feel like solving a puzzle. I mean, these guys birthed us and have been paying bills, what exactly can they possibly need? How many ties or belts does one guy need, right? But fear not! I’ve done some digging and talked to four dads […]
Afro Nation, the largest Afrobeats festival in the world, is making its grand debut in Lagos, Nigeria, this December on the 19th and 20th at Tafawa Balewa Square. The news was announced via the festival’s official Twitter account. Èkó ò ní bàjé! 🇳🇬🔥The world’s biggest Afrobeats festival is coming to LasGidi! Oshey! 🙌🏾🔥Oya […]
A sad post would be par for the course given the state of the country at this moment. While holding in baited breaths to see the length at which things will fall apart, She Takes a Peep discusses some feelings that people pass through after ‘chopping breakfast’. Although the term is mostly applied in a […]
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Unfortunately, beauty politics require strict compliance from women. As a result of the way our looks interact with whom we are and how we are treated in society, one cornerstone of femininity is youth. Women go through surgical procedures, make use of (mostly) expensive creams and pour billions of monies into the beauty industry just […]
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For several reasons, the trajectory of my life has never really been on the straight-and-narrow path despite what everyone else’s seemed to be, at least on the surface. At first, I was comfortable letting time pass by because I always envisioned my life would jump-start when I looked a certain way. Everything would make sense the […]
Read More… from She Takes a Peep: Long Term Goals, Short Term Blockages
Much like every other facet of platonic friendships, the ramifications of what a bad experience might leave with you are often ignored in favor of discussions about romantic relationships. To be fair, romantic relationships have more ‘PR’ in adult conversations because people aspire to them. Platonic relationships are, however, just as important and connections that […]
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A popular trend emerged on social media in which people discussed situations and lived experiences that they feel they have become “too old for”. It is possible that some of the examples could differ as a result of personal upbringing, family background and other social factors. However, there are other ‘across-the-board’ experiences that may resonate […]
