I’m one of those people who can’t help but cry when anger takes over. It’s not because I want to hurtsomeone or resort to violence, but because my voice feels lost. It’s like I never had one, to begin with. Being a Nigerian first-born female, you can imagine the struggles. I often envy those outspoken girls who fearlessly stand up to their parents when they’re being...
Introduction:In a world where emotions often rule, the idea of logic prevailing over feelings can be tempting. However, a misguided interpretation of this concept has given rise to the “dude bro” mentality and a distorted understanding of stoicism. In this article, we will explore the fallacy behind prioritizing logic to the detriment of emotions and shed light on the...
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, it’s not uncommon to find ourselves easily swayed by the allure of new and shiny things. Whether it’s the latest gadgets, trendy fashion, or exciting experiences, we often find ourselves succumbing to what is commonly known as “shiny object syndrome.” But what doesthis phenomenon say about our individuality? Is it a...
Introduction As a young adult, I find myself at a crossroads, trying to make sense of the religious landscape that hassurrounded me throughout my life. Recently, I made the decision to embrace atheism, a departure from the Christian faith I was brought up in. This shift stemmed from a combination of factors, including mylack of understanding of Christianity and the constant burden of guilt that...
If you have ever paid any attention to me,not that I expect that anyone would, but no truer words have been spoken than when Belle was referred to as “the girl with her head in the clouds.” I was “Belle,” figuratively, metaphorically, and almost literally.I had my “best reflections” when I was on a bike.Call me crazy.Because there was nothing...
An ode to Nigerian Literature by Clara Jack. I will begin this essay by stating clearly that Oris’ argument has some validity. The premise of my argument opposing his view is that he hinges deeply on the train of thought of the validity of a thing starting at acknowledgment and visibility. For me, I do not have the luxury to streamline the validity of everything in my life to begin with...
I wrote an honest moving piece on grief in 2021 after I lost an aunt and my mum’s best friend in the same month. Losing Aunty Lolo and Uncle Darlington in July 2021 was my spirit telling grief, ‘e don do’ because I had been grieving long before then. Grief has altered my life and continues to do it but in August of 2021 I decided to write all I had learned about it in a 7-part memoir titled...
