Air travel is one of the great conveniences of modern life, but it comes with trade-offs. While most people are aware of jet lag or cabin pressure, very few consider the toll flying takes on one of the most essential tools for navigating the world, the eyes. As an Optometrist and Healthcare Transformation Leader with…
There is something special about reading while on holiday. Maybe it is the slower pace, the feel of not rushing out to work, meetings or school. Or probably not responding to “kind regards”. We can relate to it all. For most people, holidays are the perfect time to finally open that book they have been…
Let’s face it, eating vegetables can sometimes feel like a chore. But what if we told you that with just a few tweaks, your veggies could go from bland to fabulous, and even fun to eat? The secret is knowing which vegetables shine in the summer months, how to prepare them, and what common mistakes…
In the tropical paradise of Akwa Ibom, where culinary excellence abounds, one restaurant stands out. It is located at #4C, Ewet Housing, right in the centre of Uyo. Catering to both indigenous and foreign delicacies, The Outback Grill boasts over 40 dishes on its menu. It serves renowned continental dishes like lasagne and spaghetti bolognese,…
Monalisa Chinda doesn’t just act; she tells stories that cut deep, stories that explore who we are, what we carry, and how we move forward. With a career stretching over decades, Monalisa has become one of the most recognizable figures in Nigerian entertainment, but she wears that status lightly. She's more focused on the stories…
When you're working across continents, delays aren’t just inevitable, they're instructive. This summer, I found myself in the middle of a real-world export challenge that tested not only our logistics operations but also our brand's resilience, reputation, and readiness for scale. A routine shipment of turning sticks from Nigeria to the United States was flagged…
Just north of Abuja, along the Kaduna Abuja expressway, a giant rises from the earth, silent, still, and impossible to ignore. Zuma Rock isn't just scenery; it's a presence. A granite monolith stands over 700 meters tall, with a face naturally etched into its surface, watching over the plains of Niger State. For hikers, this…
If you're flying into Uyo, chances are you're arriving with a purpose, business, diplomacy, investment, or simply the desire to explore a part of Nigeria that hasn't yet been overrun by the typical travel playbook. Whatever the reason, AIKU Luxury Hotel has quickly become the name to know for travellers stepping off the tarmac at…
As your plane descends toward Enugu, it’s easy to spot the city’s crown of green: Milliken Hill, quietly rising along its northern edge. This isn't just a scenic patch of high ground; it’s a unique historical landmark, one of southeastern Nigeria’s most significant. Here, nature, memory, and movement converge, creating a story to be explored.…
As one of Nigeria's oil-rich cities, Uyo city was founded as the regional administrative capital of the Uyo province in 1959. It later became a divisional headquarters before becoming the capital of Akwa Ibom State, created by the military in 1987. This awe-inspiring destination is renowned for its warm hospitality and relaxed pace. Uyo is…
