Tagged ‘BN Hot Topic’
Thursday, May 9th, 2013
In the past week I’ve been obsessed with getting curls into my hair. After watching almost 3o YouTube videos on products and Bantu knots and twists, I can categorically say that I am an expert in this part of hair…
Tags: Atoke, BN Hot Topic
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Thursday, May 2nd, 2013
A few months ago, the matter of Nigeria’s centennial celebration was being discussed seriously by the legislative arm of the government. I remember vividly that when asked to justify how much was allocated for the celebration, a legislator said “After…
Tags: Atoke, BN Hot Topic
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Thursday, April 11th, 2013
Very few things in life leave me perplexed. Having been forced to grow up quickly, I take a lot of things in my stride. Nothing is really new under the sun- just the perspective with which you view it. So,…
Tags: Atoke, BN Hot Topic, Relationships
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Thursday, April 4th, 2013
An article was published in the opinion section of the Los Angeles Times a few weeks ago about Nigeria and the dire state we are currently in. It received good reviews from some, and it was badly bashed by others.…
Tags: Atoke, BN Hot Topic, Patriotism
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Thursday, March 21st, 2013
Last night, I watched an Edward Norton movie- “Keeping The Faith…“. Two friends, (a rabbi – Jake and a priest -Brian) get a call from their old friend, Anna. Now, Anna hooks up with Jake and they start
Tags: Atoke, BN Hot Topic, Relationships
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Thursday, March 14th, 2013
Thanks to the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, this week has been photos galore on BellaNaija. It was fashion at its peek from our favorite celebrities and as always, the comments section is a place for a good laugh on…
Tags: African Culture, Atoke, BN Hot Topic, Culture, hot Topic, Nigerian Culture
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Thursday, March 7th, 2013
Recently, for the sake of conversation, I’ve been asking for people to explain to me what makes Kim Kardashian a woman of loose morals. For every point they raise, I provide a counter argument and when they are unable to…
Tags: Atoke, BN Hot Topic
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Thursday, February 28th, 2013
After a very hectic week at work I was looking forward to relaxing over the weekend. For the first time in many Saturdays there was no “Owambe” wedding lined up, no birthday dinners and no dates. After having breakfast, I…
Tags: BN Hot Topic, Patricia Omolayole
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Thursday, February 14th, 2013
When Valentine’s day lands on BN Hot Topic day, it kinda takes the shine off the seriousness of whatever topic we want to discuss. However, I shall try! I shall indeed. First off, I’ve been dying to say this… Michelle…
Tags: Atoke, BN Hot Topic
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Thursday, February 7th, 2013
Prior to the 22nd March, 2010, I was a staunch, card-carrying member of the God-Forbid Club. Opening my mind to the possibility that things may not turn out positively was not an option I considered or even allowed myself to…
Tags: Atoke, BN Hot Topic, hot Topic
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