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Motherhood is beautiful, but let me be honest: nobody fully prepared me for how much motherhood would change me. Before becoming a mother, I knew there would be sleepless nights, feeding, school runs, washing clothes and all the other responsibilities that come with raising children. What I didn't fully understand was how much of my mind would always be occupied by my children. You are always thinking about them Even when they're sleeping, you're thinking. Have they eaten? Are they okay? What do they need for school? Why are they suddenly quiet? Did they drink enough water? Sometimes you finally get a moment to yourself, only for your brain to remind you about something concerning the children.  It's like motherhood comes with an invisible "Mummy" tab that is permanently open in your brain. Getting time for yourself becomes a luxury Before children, you could decide to take a nap, watch a movie or simply sit quietly. Now, peace can feel like a special occasion...

 Nigerians love entertainment, and let's be honest, we also love gist.  Give us a celebrity relationship, a new movie, a fashion moment, a birthday celebration or an unexpected social media post, and suddenly everybody has an opinion. But why are we so interested in the lives of celebrities? For many people, celebrities represent a world that feels exciting and different from everyday life. We enjoy watching their movies, listening to their music and following their journeys. Social media has made that connection even stronger. Years ago, fans mostly saw celebrities on television, in newspapers and magazines. Today, we can see what our favourite stars are doing almost instantly through Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and other platforms. A celebrity can post something in the morning and, before the day is over, thousands of Nigerians are already discussing it. Sometimes it's their talent that gets people talking. Other times, it's their fashion, relationships, lifestyle or even...

  Nigerian entertainment has come a long way. If you grew up watching Nollywood movies years ago, you probably remember the familiar storylines, dramatic sound effects and those scenes that somehow made everybody in the house shout, “Ah! This woman is wicked!”  But things are changing. Nigerian filmmakers are experimenting with better storytelling, improved production quality and more realistic characters. Streaming platforms have also made it easier for Nigerian movies to reach audiences far beyond Nigeria. Today, viewers are becoming more selective. We don't just want a popular actor in a movie, we want a good story. A movie can have the biggest names in Nollywood, beautiful locations and expensive outfits, but if the storyline doesn't make sense, Nigerians will quickly notice. One thing I particularly enjoy about the new generation of Nigerian movies is the variety. We now see more stories about family, relationships, motherhood, friendship, culture, ambition and everyday N...

  Motherhood is one of those journeys you can read about, hear stories about, and still never completely understand until you experience it yourself. Before becoming a mother, there were many things I thought I understood. But experience has a way of teaching you differently. Here are five things I wish someone had told me earlier. 1. You will be tired, and still have to keep going Motherhood can be exhausting. There are days when you desperately need rest, but little people still need food, attention, bathing, school runs and plenty of other things. I've learned that asking for help when you need it isn't a weakness. 2. Every child is different What works perfectly for one child may not work for another. Children have different personalities, needs and temperaments. Motherhood has taught me to observe my children rather than constantly compare them with other children. 3. Your house may never look perfectly tidy With children around, toys appear from nowhere, clothes multiply ...