Navigating relationships with one’s family can become quite dicey after marriage. There’s a lot more to consider now; your partner’s feelings, your family’s wishes and a lot of other factors. I spoke to three married men about how their relationship with their families changed after they married. Gideon My family is a very big one […]

As told to Femi. Polyamory is the practice of, or desire for, intimate relationships with more than one partner, with the informed consent of all partners involved. I met Chris* in a Zikoko Clubhouse room while he was describing his experience with relationships as a polyamorous man. He had quite the story to tell. I […]

Today’s Man Like subject is Akindare, a 30-year-old content strategist. He tells us about growing to fill the void left by his father, attending four universities and navigating vulnerability. When did you first realise you were a man? I suppose I’d say when I was eight or nine years old. Back then, I had my […]

The Nigerian society can be quite conservative. While the majority of older Nigerians struggle to enforce these religious and colonial-era dictates, a new crop of men is questioning the norm by wearing hairstyles outside the usual low-cut and cleanshaven look. I spoke to five of those men about their experiences going against the grain in […]

Charisma is a kind of personal charm that makes people want to devote themselves to you. Take this quiz to find out how charismatic you are. Don’t forget to share o!

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a mental health disorder that can cause above-normal levels of hyperactive and impulsive behaviours. People with ADHD may also have trouble focusing their attention on a single task or sitting still for long periods of time. While ADHD mostly affects children, some adults carry the disorder well into adulthood. […]

As told to Olufemi My friend, Onajite, told me this story about her exit from the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society a few years ago. She has graciously allowed me to share her ordeal, in the hopes that it might be beneficial to people in similar circumstances and informative to others. In the beginning, […]

Men, who are often considered the wreckers of relationships, are rarely considered as victims of heartbreak. I spoke to four Nigerian men about their experiences. Here’s what they had to say. Bayo, 27 I’m always the one getting broken up with, so I have plenty of break up stories. The first one dumped me for […]

Do you have ojukokoro (or longer-throat, as Nigerians like to call it)? Take this quiz to find out.

Guinness made an awesome video to mark International Women’s Day on the 8th of March 2021 and we’re throwing it back, remembering all the things we loved about it: 1. The audacious women This short documentary film, titled “No Apologies” featured five fearless and dauntless Nigerian women who also happen to be our favs: Guinness […]

When someone is said to suffer from hypertension, more often than not, you’d assume that the said person was at least middle-aged. On the contrary, hypertension and high blood pressure do not discriminate. It plagues the young and old alike. Of people in the 19-39 age group, 20% of men and 15% of women suffer […]

Every so often, you see a tweet or hear someone quip the all-too-familiar phrase, “Men are scum.” It has become the unofficial tagline for the fight against the ills of the patriarchy. On this, men themselves are often divided on how to process this ubiquitous phrase. I asked 5 Nigerian men how they felt about […]

Things that get the hormones pumping in men doesn’t always have to be sexual. I asked a couple of Nigerian men on Twitter what non-sexual thing got the blood flowing to their southern head.  Some men had this to say: Dave I’m not sure why, but I’m always turned on when I see a woman […]

House hunting in Nigeria can be a worse horror movie than Karishika. If you’ve ever tried, you’d wonder whether you’re looking for a place to live or a portal to hell. It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than finding a decent place to live. When going house […]

Time changes a lot of things, like the quality of a wine. Maturity also helps put a lot of things in perspective, particularly with parenting. I spoke to a couple of people about how time had changed their relationship with their parents. Here’s what they had to say. Derek, 21 I had a pretty okay […]

Valentine approaches with the speed of a bullet train and depending on your relationship status and your partner’s proclivity for giving gifts, you’re either looking forward to it or dreading it like Open Day in secondary school. As usual, Nigerian women have come out with their usual tricks.  Must be ment. NerdEfiko suggested I ask […]

When consumed moderately, alcohol can be nice. It’s a great way to unwind after a long week or to share with friends. Here are a couple of facts we bet you didn’t know about alcohol though. 1. Men and women are affected by alcohol differently Men are better able to break down alcohol better than […]

Valentine’s day is coming and to celebrate this season of love, Munch It will be helping you surprise your loved ones on your behalf. Take this quiz to stand a chance of winning a special Valentine’s box, 10,000 Naira cashprize and tickets to a Valentine Ball for them! Ensure to mention/tag that special someone’s handle […]

Valentine is coming again and, as usual, Nigerian women a particular set of people are getting ready to furnish their men with the usual gifts we see every year. I’ve decided to save you the trouble and make a list of things Nigerian men don’t want to receive this year. If you really want to […]

Generous or a scrooge?

One year on, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage countries globally. While Nigeria seemed to have gotten away with a mild first wave, the country’s decrepit healthcare system is overwhelmed by a devastating second wave. I spoke to six Nigerians who had recovered from the disease. Seyi, 20 I think I know the exact date […]

There have been many James Bonds since it began in 1952, but which James Bond are you?

Being an Airbnb host means having to interact with different kinds of people, some great, others unsavoury. I spoke to four Airbnb hosts about their experiences and how they coped during the pandemic. Arike Being an Airbnb host in Nigeria is quite an interesting experience. Many times, we have great guests who aren’t a bother. […]