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In today this Newsletter

1. Reality

2. Zikoko AbroadLife

3. Trending…..

4. As Seen ONLINE

5. Where the Job at….

Reality

Weren’t We Just Kids a Few Years Ago?

Isn’t it funny how life comes at you fast? One minute you’re playing outside with your friends, building castles out of sand, and pretending to be a superhero, and the next minute, you're in a suit trying to convince a hiring manager that you're qualified to be an “Operations Manager” (whatever that means). You stop, look around, and think, "Weren’t we just kids a few years ago?" It’s as if life hit fast forward and forgot to tell you.

Remember when our biggest worries were missing the latest episode of a cartoon show or figuring out which ice cream flavor to pick? Now, it’s balancing rent, career ambitions, and the fine art of pretending you know what you're doing in meetings. Like, when did that switch happen? When did we become the adults we used to be so impressed by? Spoiler alert: we’re still winging it.

You see, adulthood doesn’t arrive with a manual. It doesn’t even give you a heads-up that it's coming. One day you’re turning 18 and thinking you’ve got all the time in the world, and suddenly you’re in your 20s or 30s, wondering why your back hurts after sitting in a chair for too long. Did we miss a memo?

What’s more confusing is that even though we're adults now, we’re still those kids deep down. The same kids who used to giggle uncontrollably at silly jokes, cry when our toys broke, and dream of a future filled with adventure. Only now, those giggles have turned into sarcastic chuckles during stressful workdays, the toys we cry over are our phones, and our adventures? They’re more like a desperate search for a work-life balance.

But there's a beauty in the madness. In between all the responsibilities and pressures, there’s something heartwarming about realizing we’re all in this together, trying to figure out life as it comes. The phrase "weren’t we just kids a few years ago" is both a cry of nostalgia and a badge of survival. It’s a reminder that life may change, but the essence of who we are—the curious, wide-eyed kids full of hope—never really leaves us.

So, as we struggle with adulthood, maybe we should cut ourselves some slack. Maybe it’s okay to still feel like a kid sometimes, to laugh, to mess up, and to wonder when we’re going to finally “get it together.” Maybe life isn’t about having it all figured out. Maybe it’s about embracing that feeling of being a little lost, a little nostalgic, and a lot human.

And who knows? Maybe a few years from now, we’ll look back at today and think, “Weren’t we just figuring out adulthood a few years ago?” The cycle continues.

Zikoko

This week, we decide to bring you curated content from Zikoko.

P.S: Zikoko is a Newsletter publication that tells different African stories through different series and bring together exciting contents for Africans to consume.

From one of their series titled #AbroadLife: 👇️ 👇️ 👇️ 

High-Flying in Helsinki: Jide’s Abroad Life

For Jide, Finland is a refuge from the terrible work culture in Nigeria and a chance to let his baby boy looks flourish. without any fear of SARS. He talks about moving to Finland for work, the process of getting there and all the ways moving was a great decision.

Trending…..

This week in Nigeria's entertainment scene, several stories have captured attention:

• Portable's Voodoo Display: Singer Portable, known for his unpredictable antics, has reignited conversations about his connection to voodoo after sharing a video displaying his collection of charms. This has sparked reactions online, with fans questioning his practices.

• Burna Boy and Grammy Controversy: Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy has been questioned by rapper Speed Darlington about the influence of P. Diddy in his Grammy win. This comes amid accusations surrounding Diddy, adding fuel to ongoing discussions in the music world.

• Sophia Momodu's New House: Socialite Sophia Momodu, who shares a child with singer Davido, recently celebrated acquiring a new home, which has become a talking point on social media.

• Mercy Johnson's Husband Survives Assassination Attempt: Prince Okojie, husband of popular actress Mercy Johnson, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at their home, an incident linked to the heightened political atmosphere in Edo State ahead of elections.

• Shaffy Bello on Gender in Filmmaking: Actress Shaffy Bello has stirred discussions on gender dynamics in Nollywood, asserting that women are now leading the industry, with four out of five top filmmakers being women.

As seen ONLINE

• Energy security concerns rise as Dangote Refinery falls short of daily petrol supply. Read More

• Emirates Bookings Begins, Nigerians React as Airline Charges in Dollars. Read More

• NELFund Applications Reach 400,000 as FG Gives Assurance to University Students, Details Emerge. Read More

• Canada To Further Cut International Student, Foreign Worker Permits. Read More

where the job at …..

• Reckitt SSA Management Trainee Program 2024. Apply Here

• Entry level Logistics at Lekki Lagos. Apply Here

• Vision Testing Officer (entry-level) at Max Drive. Apply Here

• IT Support Officer at Newedge. Apply Here

• 3D Motion Graphics Designer at Hazon Holdings. Apply Here

P.S If the job link redirects you to an email, just attach your CV and Cover Letter, and make the job title the title of the email. Goodluck!!

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