10 Must-See African Movies of the Past 10 Years

This list was put together by Peace Anyiam-Osigwe for CNN. Peace Anyiam-Osigwe is the CEO and founder of the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), and a TED Fellow, and she was asked to pick her favorite African movies of the 21st century. I think the remit was too wide, being both African, and the 21st century. Most of the movies she lists are actually from the last ten years, and I totally agree with her about Sinking Sands. White Waters is an OK movie too.

Dear Myne - My Igbo Boyfriend Doesn't Like My Polygamous Family

I am very happy to have come across your post about someone being happily married to an Igbo man as I am on the same path. I am Yoruba and him and I have made up our minds to get married but now he feels afraid that his people will not accept me because of my mother's polygamist life style. Really I am very saddened by this. I just need attention and advice on this. Truly, I hope to get help on this.

7 Personality Traits in Men That Women Love

by Amber Oliver

In today’s world, it’s so hard to find a guy that totally “gets you,” isn’t over-confident, has no player-like tendencies, and has all the qualities that would make him perfect boyfriend material. While no one is ever perfect, there are some personality traits that would make him come just within reach, or at least perfect to you! In my opinion, these personality traits are something every guy should possess if they want to be perfect boyfriend material and become the one you want to be with for the long haul!

I've Got a New Hobby - Riding a Bicycle

Before I met Atala, I didn't know many people who loved riding and took it as a hobby. Moving to UK as a student and interacting with other students had of course opened my eyes to bikes as a viable option for commuting. But in Nigeria before then, the closest I had come to biking was half-following the Tour de france and admiring Lance Armstrong in his jersey.

Rita Dominic and Other Actors Celebrate Omotola Jalade

Rita Dominic shared these pictures of Nollywood actors celebrating Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde on her selection as one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential persons in the world. She tagged it #nollywoodcelebrates Omotola Jalade Ekeinde.. #Times100mostinfluencialpeopleintheworld. More pictures below...

How To Empower Yourself For a More Positive Life

by Holly Riordan

There are positive things to tell yourself when you’re feeling down. It’s dangerous to sulk in your sadness and as hard as it is, you have to try to make your mind a happier place. Don’t let yourself believe that it’s pointless to keep living your life. Start changing your attitude by reading these positive things to tell yourself.

Vacation Time - Banky W at the Toronto Caribana Carnival

Banky W was Nigerian and proud at yesterday's Toronto Caribbean Carnival tagged the Caribana. Proudly carrying the green white green of Nigeria, he had fun as he danced and took pictures with participants of the carnival as well as friends and fans.

Word for the Week - Bring Out Your Best

Happy Sunday, and have a great week ahead!

Funny Video - Frank Donga's Visa Interview

The hilarious tales of Frank Donga continues with his appointment at the embassy for an interview for a travel Visa. Find out if this time he nails it or REALLY blows it. Watch the first episode here.

8 Facts About Breasts and The Modern Cleavage

Via LiveScience

The quintessential embodiment of female sexuality, breasts have fascinated and mystified since the beginning of time. From the biology that makes breasts, and breast-feeding, possible, and the odd boob changes that occur with motherhood to historical perceptions of the hourglass shape, LiveScience the art and science of breasts.