Category: General

THE SOUL OF TRUE MOTHERHOOD.

“The swelling of the womb is not all that makes a mother” I heard this quote from a Nollywood movie I saw recently (Titled Broken Hallelujah) and it resonates with me. It defined motherhood beyond the biological experience and left me to ponder on these questions. What more is to motherhood after carrying and birthing […]

ON FUTURE-FOCUSED (FF) CURRICULUM.

To be honest, in the current competitive educational landscape, distinguishing oneself is not just a luxury; it is a necessity. For schools in Nigeria to truly distinguish themselves, they need a transformative initiative that will enhance the essential element currently lacking in their conventional educational framework. They have to provide an outstanding educational curriculum, one […]

CULTURE-BASED CHILD CARE.

Recently, I had a Zoom session with parents about their children’s prospective studies in the US. At one point, I needed to talk to the applicants, and when one of them showed his face to talk, he bowed his head as he greeted me, a clear indication that he was raised by Yoruba parents. This […]

The Language of Attentiveness.

During my time at Harvard Chambers, I was inspired by the diverse group of individuals I encountered. As a consultant, I assisted people from various backgrounds with their visa applications. This role allowed me to meet many influential individuals, as most travellers belong to a higher socioeconomic class. I paid attention and became aware of […]

WHY LEAVE YOUR BLIND SPOTS BEHIND?

It is widely accepted that no human is perfect, and everyone is prone to mistakes in their behavior. This applies to both adults and children, but in a family, children are sometimes unfairly judged or blamed by their parents, even when the parents are the ones at fault. Similarly, some children misunderstand their parents’ good […]

Feeding versus Nutrition for Children.

Much has been discussed about family environment, academic performance, moral development and psychological well-being of children. Meanwhile, nutrition has often taken a backseat despite its importance in a child’s overall growth and development. “Feeding” and “nutrition” are related but different concepts. While feeding is the act of providing or consuming food, Nutrition is the science […]