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ketimae (46)in #fire • 6 years ago
FIRE
I've set fires to my house and person three times in my life. Honest to heaven, they were all accidental. Looking at my history, I’m sure that somewhere in the world, I’d have…
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ketimae (46)in #travel • 6 years ago
On Foreign Shores - 1
We, Oghenerukevwe and I, had just arrived at college. We were excited about everything; the number and diversity of people, the buildings, landscaping and even the very air. We’d…
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ketimae (46)in #crush • 6 years ago
Caught In The Act
There are those moments in this life when time stands still. I mean, it’s not in slow motion. Just, still. Your belly does a little somersault and suddenly, you have the…
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ketimae (46)in #nigeria • 6 years ago
If You Don't Broaden Your Horizon, Who Will?
“Ordinarily, you should be a housemaid somewhere in Lagos. Your parents must have really worked hard to be able to send you to the university.” This was said to me by a…
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ketimae (46)in #heartbreak • 6 years ago
Men Handle Breakups Badly
I read this hilarious thread on Twitter, written by one Ukhanki. I was finding it a little hard to believe, until some guys in the replies affirmed that it is true. But…
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ketimae (46)in #cab • 6 years ago
DIARY OF A WAKA WAKA
Yesterday, I tweeted that I tend to find myself in the most dramatic situations. Apparently, the Fates were listening. First of all, I need a car. For ages, I’ve been asking…
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ketimae (46)in #shortstory • 6 years ago
WHERE MIRACLES HAPPEN
Itam Junction was noisy and teeming with the usual morning crown going to and fro on the four roads that led to it. Men and women hurrying off to work, mingled with street…
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ketimae (46)in #love • 6 years ago
ENEMIES IN FAMILIAR PLACES - Part 1
My name is Idara, I am 30 years old and my friends and family think I’m badly in need of an intervention. Because another valentine is here and I’m still unmarried and happily…
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ketimae (46)in #shortstory • 6 years ago
COLD IRONY
The black van slowly cruised down the windswept Itam street, its tinted windows masking the presence of the three men inside, each carefully scanning the area for any sign of the…
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ketimae (46)in #digitalmedia • 6 years ago
DIGITAL STORYTELLING - 1
Once upon a time... These four words have become the timeless signal that a story is about to begin. When I was much younger, I used to get very excited whenever I opened a…
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ketimae (46)in #vacation • 6 years ago
LAGOS CUPID DOES NOT HAVE YOUR TIME
Let me tell you the first rule of every vacation. Always make proper toilet arrangements. Especially if you’re going to do some sightseeing. Learn from my experience. I was on…
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ketimae (46)in #self-defence • 6 years ago
Self-defence Lesson From My Father
"A father’s love builds, validates and empowers. Most men don’t realise how important it is to play a significant role in their child’s upbringing." - Chidera Muoka. I was…
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ketimae (46)in #travel • 6 years ago
Diary of A Restless Traveller - JJC
I have been to twenty-five states in Nigeria, including the FCT. Travelling to new places is a hobby, one that I indulge as often as I can. Apart from a couple I went to on…
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ketimae (46)in #family • 6 years ago
FINDING Y IN MATH
A conversation with my nephew. Him: "Ah auntie, good evening. Thank God you're here." Me: "Why are you so happy I'm here?" Him: "Because I need help with my homework." At…
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ketimae (46)in #creativewriting • 6 years ago
Creative Writing
What is creative writing? “Creative writing is any writing that goes outside the bounds of academic, journalistic, technical or professional forms of literature, typically…
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fisteganos (68)in #poetry • 6 years ago
I Call You Mum.
In the hands of a stranger I found peace. In the midst of the chaos she cast a smile when she saw me. In the twinkle of an eye I became conscious. Then I burst into tears…
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ketimae (46)in #life • 6 years ago
My Near Death Experiences
Household accidents. Cut a finger while chopping onions or grating coconut. Pour hot water on your body while trying to fill up the water flask. Normal stuff. Except when…
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ketimae (46)in #education • 6 years ago
Let's Not Repeat The Past
A Nigerian man recently had to go to his daughter's school to set things straight. The girl had been given an assignment. When asked who cooks for the home, her answer was…
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ketimae (46)in #friendship • 6 years ago
With Friends Like These...Who Needs Enemies?
"Escort me, escort me, na so slave trade start." When I was much younger and quite naïve, I loved escorting people to places. My mum caught tried, but couldn't whup the…
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ketimae (46)in #tips • 6 years ago
TEN STEPS TO BOOSTING YOUR SELF-ESTEEM
About twelve years ago, I moved from home to a new city. I was alone, with no friends, and was so afraid of failing in the new endeavour I’d embarked on. During that time, my…
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