Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The United Nations General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both…
ETPTakes: Ipas SRHR Training, Abuja
Hey people! Last week was awesome especially as it produced yet another travel post! *Dances* So where was I off to this time around? The Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria 🇳🇬 ! I an…
What’s it really like being a Nigerian medical student?
Hey people! In my last post, I spoke a little about being a medical student in Nigeria, so it’s sparked up this post. I’ve been schooling here in Nigeria for just over 5 years, and it has …
ETP Takes: VFN Adolescent Boot Camp, Oshogbo!
Last weekend, I had an amazing time in the Capital of the State of Osun – Oshogbo! What took me there you’re wondering? The Value Female Network, a Non-Governmental Organization that I wor…
What’s the big deal about NCDs?
Diabetes. Hypertension. Obesity. Cancer. What do all these states have in common? They are all known as non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and together account for over 63% of deaths worldwide; with a l…
Faced with hurdles?
Hey, it’s Thursday again, I almost had writer’s block, would you believe it? I’m a couple weeks away from celebrating this blog’s 3rd year anniversary and I’m overwhelmed…
ETP Introduces: Isaac Peters
Hey everyone! Today – August 3rd – is my brother’s birthday! So I’ve decided to formally introduce you all to him. His name is Isaac Olubusayo Peters and today he’s turne…
3 steps to getting a Nigerian accent
So! Many of you know that I study in Bowen University Teaching Hospital, which is in Ogbomosho, Oyo state Nigeria – however, unless you’ve met me in person, or I’ve mentioned it to y…
ETP Takes: Ventura Mall, Ibadan
Last weekend was a blast guys! I didn’t think I’d ever write about Ibadan as a travel post as that’s where my family home is haha, but a turn of events led to Ibadan being a travel d…
What you need to know about Family Planning
The other day I was asked to speak to a whatsapp group of young unmarried women from varied backgrounds on family planning, as the medic in the group. So I went in thinking okay I’ll just do a r…