From the rhythms of ancient talking drums in Yoruba land, to enchanting Igbo highlife and the vibrant Hausa folk songs of the North — music in Nigeria is more than entertainment. It’s a living archive, a way Nigerians tell their st...

Many people will remember the days when wearing facemasks was mandatory.Years later, many women are still holding onto the facemask as a constant companion. Join us on this episode of The Bearing as we look beneath the mask...

The voting process does not start on the election day. It starts the day one registers to vote. On August 18, a continued voter registration (CVR) exercise was kicked off by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), but...

Marriage is often regarded as the beginning of a beautiful journey — and for many, it is. For some women, the moment the wedding bells fade, a different kind of pressure sets in: the expectation to conceive immediately.But not every wom...

From physical side effects to emotional and social impact, women often suffer as a result of their use of contraceptives. Every woman is different, and what works for one may not work for another.So, how can a woman choose a contracepti...