Life Xtra

Life Xtra

Women & their hair: ‘Rain, rain, go away!’

For Rukaya Aliyu, protecting her hair from the rain is non-negotiable. “It is not even a topic for discussion. After spending no less than one hour in

What’s it with women and their handbags?

For some women looking into their handbags is a taboo. “Look in my bag?”exclaimed Maureen Ejegi. “No way! I would not even let a fellow woman look ins

Should co-workers become friends?

Professional vs. Personal Relationships Professional relationships, however, are different from friendships. Of course, they are both based on the sam

Fight for democracy not about Abiola – Fayemi

I have worked actively in the democracy and anti-military dictatorship movements. I helped to found and manage the radio station that was used for tha

Secrecy in marriage: Protective or destructive?

Is it then appropriate for a spouse to keep the fact that he/she had a child before wedlock from his/her partner? If you were that spouse, what would