For Nigerians living in the UK 🇳🇬🇬🇧 Observed annually on May 31st, World No Tobacco Day is a global reminder of the dangers of tobacco use. Spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO) since 1987, it calls for stricter policies, public education, and stronger community action to reduce tobacco-related harm. 🧒🏽 This Year’s Focus: Protecting […]
May 30th marks World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day — a time to shine a light on a silent and often misunderstood condition that affects the central nervous system and changes lives. While MS is often associated with Western populations, Black people — including Nigerians — are not exempt. In fact, recent research shows that MS […]
🫖 Celebrating World Digestive Health Day – May 29, 2025 For many Nigerians living in the UK, adapting to different foods, colder weather, and fast-paced lifestyles can sometimes lead to digestive issues like bloating — that uncomfortable feeling of fullness or tightness in your stomach, often caused by trapped gas, indigestion, or constipation. To mark […]
We all know the saying: Cut your coat according to your size. But with the rising cost of living in the UK, saving money can feel almost impossible. Whether you’re sending money home, paying bills, or just trying to stay afloat, the truth remains — if we want financial peace tomorrow, we have to start […]
When it comes to staying healthy in the UK — especially with the cold weather, stressful schedules, and fast food everywhere — two major dietary “F-words” can help keep your health in check: Fibre and Fermented Foods. Whether you’re hustling in London, Leicester, or Leeds, your gut needs some serious backup, and these two do […]
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of those infections that often flies under the radar but affects millions — especially in sexually active adults. As a Nigerian living in the UK, it’s important to understand HPV, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you’re affected. So, What Is HPV? HPV is a group of […]
If you love the rich taste of butter like many of us do, here’s some news to think about — recent research suggests cutting back on butter and using more plant oils in your cooking could help you live longer. A big study from Harvard, looking at data collected over 30 years, found that eating […]
May 24 is World Schizophrenia Awareness Day, and here at Naija UK Connect, we’re shining a light on a mental health condition that too often hides in the shadows—schizophrenia. For many Nigerians in the UK, conversations around mental health are still shrouded in stigma, silence, and misinformation. Today, we’re changing that. Let’s talk openly, compassionately, […]
Simple ways to boost your health with a Nigerian twist If you’re a Nigerian in the UK trying to stay healthy while navigating busy schedules, unpredictable weather, and often carb-heavy meals 🍞🍚 — chia seeds might just be the small but mighty superfood your diet needs! What Are Chia Seeds? Chia seeds come from the […]
Let’s be honest — life in the UK as a Nigerian isn’t always easy. Whether it’s work pressure, immigration stress, long commutes, raising kids abroad, or sending money back home — stress can build up fast. But did you know that stress triggers a hormone called cortisol? And when cortisol stays high for too long, […]
