Living in the UK as a Nigerian comes with its own set of challenges — adjusting to a new culture, balancing work and family, dealing with weather wahala, or just trying to make ends meet. But no matter where life takes you, being intentional about how you live can make a huge difference. Intentional living […]
In recent years, sports betting has become a booming industry—easy to access, constantly advertised, and now fully legal across most of the U.S. and the UK. For many Nigerians in the UK, it may start as a fun way to place a bet on Arsenal, Super Eagles, or the next big fight night. But for […]
What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is the most common learning difference among children, but many Nigerian parents in the UK may not fully understand it—or may confuse it with laziness or poor discipline. That’s not the case. Dyslexia is a condition where a child struggles with reading, writing, spelling, and sometimes speaking—despite being intelligent and willing […]
Let’s be real: working with people is not beans. Every Nigerian in the UK has one story or another about a difficult coworker. That colleague who always shows up late, borrows your pen and never returns it, or just finds a way to be rude every blessed day. Sometimes, it’s just annoying but tolerable. Other […]
For many Nigerian families in the UK, December comes with its fair share of wahala—gift shopping, food hampers, sending money home, and of course, planning Detty December. By January, it’s easy to look at your bank account and wonder where all the money went. But what if you could enjoy the season stress-free next time? […]
What Nigerian parents in the UK should know — and do — about sibling competition. Let’s be honest — wahala between brothers and sisters is part of growing up. Whether it’s fighting over who holds the remote or arguing about who’s “Mummy’s favourite,” sibling rivalry is very normal. In many Nigerian homes, it’s almost expected. […]
Insecurity dey worry you? You’re not alone. Whether you’re hustling in London, raising a family in Manchester, or chasing dreams in Birmingham, many Nigerians in the UK sometimes feel insecure — about money, career, looks, or even relationships. But here’s the good news: you can overcome it and thrive! Let’s break it down the Naija […]
Motherhood is beautiful, but let’s be honest — it’s hard work! Whether you’re a full-time mum, a career mum balancing work and home life, a mum of one, or managing an entire football team of kids, you can experience what’s called mom burnout. And living in the UK, without the usual “village” support from back […]
As Nigerian parents living in the UK, we often dream of raising children who are not just successful, but also kind, thoughtful, and compassionate. One of the best gifts you can give your child is a heart that genuinely cares for others — and it starts with the little things. Here are simple but powerful […]
As Nigerian parents raising children in the UK, we often juggle different cultural expectations while trying to give our kids the best of both worlds. One area that can feel particularly challenging is helping our children manage their emotions—especially when the British “use your words” culture clashes with the “just behave!” style many of us […]
