“I wish I was 16 so I can know what it feels like to fall under anointing too” I hear Biola say in that childish grating voice of hers. Gradually, I stir from my fall, waiting for my eyes to adjust to the sunlit room. Biola is my 14year old younger sister. I hold my … Continue reading A Different Kind of Fall
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The Things You Thought You knew
As Bayo left the house that afternoon, you saw the spring in his steps as he headed towards the Red Toyota Camry packed just outside the building. At first glance, you saw a gentleman. Another look at him didn’t tell you he has a wife and two beautiful boys at home as he wasn’t one … Continue reading The Things You Thought You knew
Thursday Shenanigan: Is Your Daddy’s Money Yours?
Here's a scenario. Two friends are discussing plans for a friend's wedding whose Aso ebi costs 20k. Friend One says, "I don't think I'll be paying for Aso ebi because what I have is money saved up for school". Friend Two says, "How much is 20k that you can't pay". Friend One says "20k is … Continue reading Thursday Shenanigan: Is Your Daddy’s Money Yours?
#StoryTime: Joy At Christmas
“A bi olugbala kan fun wa…,” the children sang happily and Caroline watched with pride as her son, Dimeji presented his gift to Baby Jesus in his school’s Christmas Play. “He looks just like his father,” she thought. If only he were here to see him. Dimeji’s father, Dare hasn’t been to the school carol … Continue reading #StoryTime: Joy At Christmas
#StoryTime: A Hand From Within
It was a hectic day at work for Ade who is a Senior Manager at an Integrated Marketing Company in Lagos. Despite the stress, she made it back home early enough to catch her daughter, Princess, finishing up her assignment while her older cousin, Seun, monitored her. It was 7:30pm. Seun being an ultimate poster … Continue reading #StoryTime: A Hand From Within
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