Saturday Breeze
7 major benefits of non-custodial punishment
Non-custodial punishment refers to penalties that do not involve incarceration, offering alternatives such as probation, community service, house arrest, or electronic monitoring. This approach has ga...
26th April 2025
5 ways to know an investment platform is a scam
The recent collapse of CBEX, a digital asset trading platform that vanished with over N1.3 trillion of investors’ funds, has once again spotlighted the prevalence of investment scams in Nigeria. Thi...
19th April 2025
How illegal mining threatens humans, communities
Illegal mining has been defined as the extraction of precious metals without adherence to proper procedures which guide legal mining activities. Also known as artisanal mining, this activity often byp...
12th April 2025
7 safety tips for limiting microplastics in the body
Limiting the presence of microplastics in the body is challenging due to their widespread presence in the environment. However, several steps can help reduce exposure. Microplastics, tiny plastic part...
5th April 2025
Five ways to stay safe during rainy season
In Nigeria, the rainy season typically spans from March to October in the southern region and from June to September in the northern part of the country. During this season, there is heavy rainfall wh...
29th March 2025
How to prevent, manage hearing loss
Hearing loss refers to a condition in which a person is not able to hear well within a normal hearing threshold of 20 decibels or better in both ears. The World Health Organisation categorised hearing...
22nd March 2025
5 things to do when your landlord increases rent
Receiving notice of a rent increase can be a challenging experience for tenants, often stirring feelings of anxiety and concern about the future. Rent represents a significant portion of many individu...
25th January 2025
5 secrets to a better night’s sleep
In an age where the demand for productivity often overshadows the need for rest, a good night’s sleep can feel like a luxury rather than a necessity. Many people struggle to fall or stay asleep, lea...
11th January 2025
6 money-saving strategies to try in 2025
As you step into 2025, the economic landscape continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities for individuals seeking to manage their finances more effectively. With rising living co...
4th January 2025
How to stay comfortable during harmattan
Harmattan is a cold, dry wind that typically blows from the Sahara Desert across countries in North and West Africa. This phenomenon usually occurs during the dry season, which is generally known to s...
7th December 2024
5 ways to stay healthy as you age
As individuals grow older, they experience changes in their physical and mental health, influenced by various factors. According to the World Health Organisation, while some of these variations are ge...
30th November 2024
6 ways to prepare healthy meals on a budget
In an era where grocery prices are rising daily, cooking at home on a budget can feel like a daunting task. However, finding a balance between nutritious meals and cost-effectiveness is essential, n...
23rd November 2024
5 tips to cut costs on your wedding day
Weddings are memorable occasions, but many people assume that for a wedding to be truly unforgettable, it must come with a hefty price tag. However, wedding and events planner, Sharon Maduekwe, believ...
16th November 2024
5 ways to stop hoarding behaviour
Hoarding behaviour is so familiar to many people that it is not easily perceived as a disorder. It is characterised by a persistent difficulty in discarding or parting with possessions, regardless of ...
9th November 2024
Finding love as an HIV-positive person
Living with HIV in today’s world, particularly in the age of social media and cancel culture, can be incredibly challenging. Despite medical advancements that have significantly improved the lives o...
12th October 2024
5 ways to ensure safety during flood
In recent times, thousands of Nigerians in several states have been impacted by severe floods which wreaked havoc in their regions. The World Health Organisation estimated that the Borno State flood r...
5th October 2024
Four tips to avoid being trapped in a romantic situationship
Sochi Nwaneri’s recent romantic interest left her feeling conflicted. She loves him, but doesn’t know where she stands with him, as he won’t leave her alone. She said, “He would call me every ...
28th September 2024
6 things to avoid when investing
Today’s cost of living in Nigeria pushes many people to look for ways to grow their incomes. Unfortunately, many bad actors are masquerading as business owners seeking investment. They ask Nigerians...
20th July 2024
Six ways to survive on low-income
The StatFin Database defines “low-income earners or persons at risk of poverty” as “those whose household’s disposable money income per consumption unit is lower than 60 per cent of the equiva...
13th July 2024
7 ways to handle infidelity in relationships
For many relationships across the globe, infidelity is a common deal-breaker – a clear non-negotiable that will make a relationship unlikely to work out. While there are indications that some partne...
6th July 2024
6 safety tips when you lodge in hotel
On November 5, 2021, a Master of Business Administration student at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Timothy Adegoke, travelled from Abuja to Ile-Ife, Osun State, to take his examination. He check...
29th June 2024
Seven ways to keep your kids safe in rainy season
The rainy season brings a refreshing change, replenishing water resources and nurturing plant life. However, it also brings its share of challenges, especially regarding keeping children safe. The inc...
15th June 2024
9 factors that may lead to miscarriage
Getting pregnant, carrying a baby to full term and then successfully delivering them is the joy of every mother. However, certain things, can put a woman at risk of suffering a miscarriage. Contrary t...
8th June 2024
7 reasons you are always broke
In a tale as old as time, Olayinka Adeyemi’s quest for a better life led her from the quiet charm of Ondo State to the bustling metropolis of Lagos in 2023. Embarking on a journey for greener pastur...
1st June 2024
Seven ways to handle a tough landlord
Just three months after settling her rent in September 2022, Blessing (surname withheld) had to depart for a year-long academic programme, leaving her apartment unoccupied. When the time came to renew...
25th May 2024
6 things to do when invited by the police
Olalekan Abayomi received an invitation from the police to answer questions regarding a phone theft. However, upon arrival, he was immediately arrested. As he discovered, an invitation by the police c...
27th April 2024
6 ways to prevent tooth decay
Although there are no current statistics to assess oral health in Nigeria, available data from the National Oral Health Policy indicated that dental caries (tooth decay) affects about six–23 per cen...
9th December 2023
7 ways to avoid lightning strike
On November 6, nine out of three students of the Tansi International College, Awka, Anambra State were killed on the spot by lightning while playing on the school’s football pitch during a rainfall....
2nd December 2023
5 ways to help kids improve in subjects they find difficult
Raising kids in the 21st century can be a herculean task, especially in making sure they perform excellently in their schoolwork. Some subjects, for them, might not be as easy as others. An Imo State-...
25th November 2023
8 things to note before buying property
The joy and prestige of owning a property is dashed when it is lost to an infraction, improper documentation or bought from dishonest or fraudulent vendors. The property in this instance refers to lan...
18th November 2023
6 ways to stop addictive gambling
According to GambleAlert, a non-profit Nigerian organisation that advocates responsible gambling, the country is replete with what has been termed ludomania (gambling addiction), which is an urge to g...
14th October 2023
