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The Rice Story…

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Written by Peniel The Rice Story: Written by Peniel I pay attention to details a little too much. Today, I notice the few grains of rice left behind; those that didn’t make it into my stomach but ended up in the bin. Not because they weren’t important. Some grains never made it past the washing stage. Some were lost on the farm, carried away with the chaff. Some slipped to the ground while being measured and sold. Others survived every obstacle, endured every process, and finally fulfilled their purpose. The purpose of food is to be eaten, yet not every grain gets that privilege. So, I think of those grains as silent soldiers. They were part of the journey, part of the sacrifice, even if they never reached the destination. Their loss made room for others to make it through. Life is a lot like that. The place you stand today may not seem extraordinary, but it isn’t a coincidence. Many sacrifices, some visible, some forgotten, helped pave the way. Some people, opportunities...
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Life as Fjizzle: More Life, My Star Boy

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During the bonfire festival of my National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program in Katsina, I watched as the firewood that Corp members arranged all afternoon and into the late evening gradually burned to ashes. As the woods burnt, the night surreptitiously transcended from bright light to absolute darkness, as the magnitude of the fire reached a frightening latitude. The Police Sheriff badge. I stared at everything with amusement as my contemporaries sipped their palm wine and gyrated to the festival's energetic celebration on this wild night. It was fascinating, I savoured the moment as the positive energy gave me an interesting perspective on life. I was amused as my fellow Corp members disclosed some of their flexibility skills on this evening as they leaped and hopped over the fire. Some of my contemporaries came out unscathed, aha, you flexible bastard. Oh, some didn’t, though; they burnt themselves. “ You seem not to have a praying mother? ” I say to myself. Arranging plan...
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I Spy With My Little Eyes...

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Some say that we were never supposed to grow up; they say we should have remained prepubescence, where we don't have to worry about money, bills, and deal with the unfortunate theme of betrayal. Some say we should have remained innocent, and distanced ourselves from the cruel realities of adulthood- heartbreak, betrayal, and the devastating state of broke now and then.  The older you get, the more you realize that life isn't a bed of roses and things don't usually go as planned. Bad things do happen to good people, and good people are not necessarily always the protagonists. The so-called good people have an underlying propensity to hurt you and stake a digger in the left side of your chest. Life is cruel, and things in life are not 'as/is'. Little boy creates a mock minion face (Photo Credit: Mr Abolore Sobayo ) So how do we enjoy life then? Innocence We live by going through every moment as it comes. Enjoying everything that has come our way, from friends, family,...
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The Shape of Nature: As the Trees Billow

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After a long week at work, I decided to visit the Parkview behind my abode. The environs are serene and warm, the ducks quack, and the birds chirp as I settle in the bench at the park with my kebab in hand.  Nature is God's greatest invention, and I am embracing it with every ounce of energy I possess.  As I stared at the beauty before me, I reflected upon life, thankful for the moment and voraciously anticipating what lies ahead. Life is beautiful, and nature is comforting; there is an assurance of better days with the heart-warming animations of the wind, the trees, and the flowers. Rock At first, nature calms your nerves and makes you appreciate the ability to feel and the freedom to experience the wind's enthralling aura. Nature takes the shape of our hearts as it palpitates.  At the park, I watched as humans expressed the thoughtfulness of their hearts by engaging with the environment. Kids rode on their bicycles as they smiled into the wind, and women and men sat on...
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Africa Day: A Photo Story

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 The Africa Day celebration took place on Monday, May 25, at the Museum of Technology in Viikintie, Helsinki. This article is a photo story from the event that aimed at celebrating African culture and values. We would appreciate the ideologies of various African countries that were present at the event. Africa Day: A Photo Story The event brings together Africans, Finns, and people from different backgrounds to promote unity, cultural understanding, and social inclusion through various activities and programs. Mama Africa Equally, the African Week usually includes music performances, traditional dance, fashion shows, food exhibitions, art displays, film screenings, workshops, and discussions about issues affecting African communities in Finland. It provides an opportunity for people to experience African traditions, values, languages, and creativity while learning more about the African continent. See more photos below:
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A visit to the Museum of Technology/Tekniikan Museo

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 I was at the Museum of Technology , also known as Tekniikan Museo in Finnish, on Monday, May 25.  It was an interesting place to relax and understand how innovation and creativity can transcend the well-being of a coterie of people and improve their standard of living. Technological advancement is beyond cell phones and various communication systems; it is predominantly about how electricity aids the everyday life of the average human being. An assembly of a television set Courtesy of technology, people across the globe can connect and ease their affairs. At the Museum of Technology, we were able to discover how far the Finnish Engineering body has been able to produce appliances that serve the daily agenda of the everyday person. A makeshift apartment with home appliances  From vehicles to home appliances, etc., the list of impeccable structures created by engineers over the years. See more photos taken from the gallery below: A chessboard the gallery at the museum Toro...
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African Week Celebration in Finland

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 The African Week event in Finland is a cultural celebration that highlights the richness, diversity, and achievements of African cultures and communities living in Finland. The event brings together Africans, Finns, and people from different backgrounds to promote unity, cultural understanding, and social inclusion through various activities and programs. African Week celebration African Week usually includes music performances, traditional dance, fashion shows, food exhibitions, art displays, film screenings, workshops, and discussions about issues affecting African communities in Finland. It provides an opportunity for people to experience African traditions, values, languages, and creativity while learning more about the African continent. Mama Africa One important aim of African Week is to challenge stereotypes and promote a better understanding of Africa beyond common misconceptions. It helps people appreciate Africa’s cultural diversity, talents, and contributions to global ...
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