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  • QUIZ: Can You Identify These Celebrities in 2 Minutes Based on Their Iconic Outfits?

    You’ve seen these outfits before, but how many of them can you match to the right celebrity in 2 minutes?

    Which celebrity is this?

  • QUIZ: Choose a Meal and We’ll Predict Your 2023 Relationship Status

    If food is the way to the heart, then it can definitely be used to predict future relationships. Choose between these meals and see.

  • QUIZ: Will You Make It Out of a Horror Movie Alive?

    Will the odds be in your favour or are you going to give up after 2 seconds? Take this quiz, we’ll tell you if you’ll survive in a horror movie.

  • QUIZ: You Should Be in the BBN House if You Ace This Trivia Quiz

    Before you complain about the housemates in #BBTitans, take this quiz to know if you deserve to be in the house.

    Who was the Big Brother Naija host before Ebuka?

    The Big Brother Naija season three was also known as:

    Complete this: This is ____________

    “E jig” is to _______ as “Period” is to _______

    Which ex housemate is this?

    Which of these ex housemates was disqualified?

    Which ex housemate is this?

    Who was the runner up of Big Brother Naija: Lockdown

    Which of these ex housemates was a nurse?

  • QUIZ: What Designer Will You Work With in 2023?

    If you think you’re going to be like Chimamanda and work with Dior, you’re wrong oo! Take this quiz and find out the designer you’re going to be working with this year

  • QUIZ: You’ve Been Single All Year if Score Up to 9/15 on This Quiz

    You know you’ve been single all year but take this quiz for double confirmation

    Pick the things that apply to you for this year:

  • QUIZ: Can You Pass This Very Simple 2022 Movie Trivia?

    You need to go back and binge-watch 2022 Nollywood movies if you can’t score 5/9 on this simple quiz.

    What movie is this picture from?

    Which of these movies is NOT on netflix?

    One truth, three lies. What’s the truth?

    Temi Otedola has starred in which of these movies?

    Kola from Blood Sisters was also in which of these movies?

    Joke Silva is the first wife in which of these movies?

    Where was Ayinla filmed?

    BONUS: Davido was in which of these movies?

    If you can unscramble these movie titles, what do they have in common?

  • QUIZ: What Month In 2022 Are You?

    Did Meffy show you shege in November or did you find love in February?

  • QUIZ: We Scrambled and Removed a Letter from These Popular Vacation Spots. How Many Can You Get?

    If you can pass this quiz in two minutes, we’re entering your DM to bill you, because na you dey travel pass.

  • QUIZ: What Type of Morning Person Are You?

    This quiz will tell you what type of morning person you are, that’s if you’re not still sleeping sha.

  • QUIZ: You’re a Workaholic and You Need to Relax if You Get 15/20 in This Quiz

    If you can’t stop working for one minute to take this quiz, you proven us right.
    Are you a workacholic?

    Pick the things you do:

  • QUIZ: This Is the Ultimate Shy Person Quiz. How High Will You Score?

    We dare you to take this quiz and share your results to prove you’re not shy.

    Pick the things you can relate to:

  • QUIZ: Food or Love? This Quiz Knows What You Spent Your Money on This Year

    This quiz knows where all your money went this year. Take it and see for yourself.

  • QUIZ: Which 2022 Meme Are You?

    Since memes carried you through the year, you should know which of them you are. Take this quiz to find out

  • QUIZ: Can You Unscramble These Political Terms in 1 Minute, or Are You an Olodo?

    If you can’t pass this simple quiz in 1 minute, bring your Nigerian passport to our office. You don’t deserve it.

    Two words. Hint: Bubu Lives there

    Think ₦100

  • QUIZ: Do You Really Love Afrobeats if You Can’t Pass This Simple Quiz in 1 Minute?

    You have one minute to ace the easiest afrobeats quiz ever. Take this quiz and let’s see how you do

    Complete the lyrics: You don work you try try,________

    Can you guess these artists?

    What’s Rema’s government name?

    “Ojuelegba” is from which of these albums:

    Who broke all the hearts in Lekki?

    What’s the full meaning of YBNL?

    Which of these artists was signed under Mo’hits records?

    This Nigerian artiste was in which of these groups?

    Which of these artistes does Wizkid NOT have a song with?

    Which of these artistes wants all the girls in the whole world?

  • QUIZ: Which 2022 Song Will Describe Your 2023?

    You’ve probably not thought of a song that describes your 2023. Take this quiz and we’ll tell you.


    Come and party with us with the best songs from 2022 this Saturday. Come for Z! Fest!

  • QUIZ: Are You a Freak in the Sheets?

    We know you’re always making mouth about how freaky you are, but the only way to really prove it is by taking this quiz.

  • QUIZ: Take This Quiz and We’ll Style You for Z! Fest

    Instead of wasting your time trying on five different outfits, take this quiz, and let’s help you pick the perfect outfit.

  • QUIZ: What Will Happen to You Before the Year Runs Out?

    Something major will happen to you before the end of the year. Take this quiz to see our psychic powers at work.

  • QUIZ: What Hairstyle Should You Make For Christmas?

    If you’re still thinking of a hairstyle to make for Christmas please stop stressing yourself and take this quiz

  • 9 Ways to Make Your Roommates Think About You 24/7

    If your roommates hate you, you’re in deep shit. Which is why as the sweethearts we are, we’ve decided to tell you how to make sure this never happens to you.

    Lay their beds

    Sometimes, your roommates are late for lectures, or just too tired to lay their beds. Being the nice person you are, you should do it for them. If they don’t already like you, trust us, they’ll love you after this. 

    Share your allowance with them

    God would love you for being a cheerful giver, but do you know who’d love you more? Your roommates

    Do their assignments for them 

    Because you’re selfless, and you want your roommates to like you, after doing your assignments, ask if they have any assignments you can help them with. 

    Cook for them 

    Everyone loves free food. Your roommates would adore and kill you with hugs if you cook for them. When you come back from your classes, head straight to the kitchen, whip up a nice meal, and serve it to them on a platter.

    RELATED: All The Different Types Of Roommates in A School Hostel 

    Fetch water for them 

    We all know how Nigerian school hostels are; sometimes, the taps don’t run. Go out of your way by making sure your roommates’ buckets are always filled. How you’ll do it, we don’t, but just imagine the look on their faces when they see you’ve filled their buckets for them when they wake up in the morning. 

    Don’t stay in the room

    Distance makes the heart grow fonder. If your roommates don’t see you every day, they might miss you and be nice to you when they finally return. So please, don’t spend too much time in your room. 

    Don’t touch their stuff

    People hate nothing more than when you touch their stuff, so please, respect yourself, and leave their property alone. 

    Be funny, but not too funny

    Everybody loves a clown, but let’s be honest, it gets to a point where it’s just tiring. What we’re trying to say is, to know when to shut up and stop being funny.

    Don’t be too loud

    Noisemakers are annoying because why are they always shouting? Just be calm, and your roommates will instantly love you — except you live with agberos sha.

  • 9 Reasons Babies Live Better Lives Than Adults

    Life for adults is tough but life for babies is soft. Here are 9 reasons why we think babies live better lives than adults.

    They don’t pay rent 

    Babies live rent-free. Imagine not having to pay your own rent at the end of each year/month. Must be nice. 

    They always get what they want

    All babies have to do is cry and they’ll get anything — whether it’s food, breast milk, toys… anything. Theee life we’re trying to live,  for real.

    They don’t have jobs

    That’s why babies are so cheerful and playful. They don’t have deadlines to meet so they’re just living based on vibes and giggles. 

    They don’t have relationship issues

    As a baby, nobody is going to come into your life and tell you they love you and serve you breakfast right after — unless it’s SMA.

    They don’t go to school 

    And when they’re old enough to start school, the only thing they do is eat, sleep and learn A,B,C and 1,2,3. SMH.

    Babies don’t have to take care of anybody

    Babies don’t have any parents or siblings calling them to ask for money.

    Babies don’t pay bills

    Unlike us adults living our whole lives to pay bills — including the childcare bills

    Babies don’t fight

    Babies don’t fight. Asides from not being able to fight, nobody can fight them. If you’ve ever had the urge to fight a baby, please check yourself.

    People are nicer to babies

    Babies are cute and small and peaceful, and this why people are nice to babies. 

  • QUIZ: Can You Get 12/12 on This Not So Hard General Knowledge Quiz

    This quiz isn’t even that hard. If you don’t get everything, there’s a problem.

  • QUIZ: You’re a Cheapskate if You Get Up to 8/12 on This Quiz

    Take this quiz and we’ll tell you if your middle name should be akagum

    Pick the things you do:

  • 20 Quick Ways to Get Your Passport Renewed

    If you have a Nigerian passport, you know the shege your eyes saw before you got it. Because of how hard it is to get a passport renewed in this country, we came up with 20 ways to get yours as quickly as you like.

    Visit your babalawo beforehand

    Your babalawo should be your plug for things like this. Call him and ask for a powder to make the officers do everything you say. When you get to the immigration office, just scream, “I WANT MY PASSPORT RIGHT NOW”. If they don’t give you your passport immediately, come and fight us at Zikoko.

    Have a politician parent

    Imagine your mum or dad is a politician and you need a passport, you’ll get it faster than Asake releases songs. It’s not too late to get them to run for council chairman ahead of February 2023.

    RELATED: 5 Simple Ways To Punish Your Politician Parents

    Be a politician yourself

    Power stops nonsense. Buhari will never wait to get his passport. So, our advice to you is buy a ticket and run for president. Don’t worry, you already have our vote at Zikoko. 

    Sleep in front of the immigration office

    You’re not ready to get your passport if you can’t sleep in front of the immigration office. Just sleep there for three nights in a row, and they’ll have no choice but to give you a passport just to get rid of you. Or they might seek soldiers on you, but it’s worth the risk, right?

    Fast and pray 

    For seven days, fast and pray like your life depends on it because without your passport how will you japa. Then march to the immigration office and demand what belongs to you, your passport.

    Go with a placard to protest

    If you’re serious about getting your passport, you’ll write, “PLEASE, GIVE ME MY PASSPORT”, on a placard and take it to the passport office where you’ll start singing, “We no go gree ooo”. Just make sure you go with people. The more, the merrier.

    Just cry

    This one is 50/50 because, you might cry from now till Buhari’s next checkup in London, and they won’t answer. But you might shed a few drops of tears, and they’ll pity you. Goodluck sha.

    Pretend you’re Barack Obama’s relative

    Everyone knows who Barack Obama is, so when you get to the immigration office, just tell them you’re related to him. Tip: get someone to help you photoshop a photo of you playing ludo with Barack Obama in the White House compound.

    Pretend to be pregnant

    People usually feel bad for pregnant women. So when you get to the passport office, just start crying. Tell them that as a pregnant woman, life is hard and you haven’t been able to go for checkups because your hospital is overseas. 

    Look for a big aunty or uncle with connections

    That uncle or aunty that you don’t like probably has connections at the immigration office. When you see them, greet them and compliment them very well. Then beg them to help your life. 

    RELATED: Imagine a Judgemental Nigerian Aunty is Your Therapist

    Get a scholarship in a university overseas

    If you tell the officials you were awarded a master’s scholarship abroad, they’ll rejoice with you and immediately make sure you get your passport.

    Tip the officials when you leave

    We didn’t say bribe ooo; we said tip them. When you’re done applying for a passport, just give them like ₦5k each and say, “Please, help me manage this”. 

    Don’t wear ashawo skirt or shorts

    All the mummies and daddies at the immigration office will answer you once they see you’re wearing a dress that’s dragging on the floor or a proper suit.

    Do your best “Emilokan” impression

    If you can do this and do it well, you’ll get your passport on the spot.

    Marry an ambassador

    All your ambassador spouse would have to do is call them at the immigration office, and gbam, you have your passport. So when you pick your future partner, do it wisely.

    Tell them you have to fly out for surgery

    Ok, so we’re aware this isn’t the best lie to tell, but you really don’t have a choice, so just try your luck. 

    Be respectful 

    Old Nigerians will rather starve than be disrespected. At the immigration office, prostate or kneel down when you want to greet someone. If you see an officer carrying something, help them carry it to wherever they’re going. 

    Tell them you want to run away from some area boyz

    They might be worried for your safety and consider giving you your passport in like two to three days.

    Cover up your tattoos and piercings

    If you think you’ll get your passport with tattoos all over your body, you’re a joker. You have two options, don’t bother applying for a passport and never leave this country, or cover up your tattoos, remove those extra earrings, and get your passport.

    Don’t give up

    Go there five days in a row. They’ll eventually get tired of seeing your face by the sixth, and they’ll give you your passport.

  • QUIZ: You Should Be Left in 2022 if You Can’t Get 7/12 on This Quiz

    With just two months left in 2022, there’s no reason why you should follow us into 2023 if you can’t pass this quiz.

    Pick the one that applies to you:

  • QUIZ: What Type of Protein Are You?

    Don’t call yourself a meal if you don’t know which protein you are. So take this quiz to find out.

  • QUIZ: You’re the Mum in Your Friend Group if You Get 8/15 on This Quiz

    You have to score at least 8 on this quiz to convince us that you’re the most well-behaved among your friends

    Pick the things you do:

  • 20 Kinds of Nigerians Who Aren’t Allowed to Claim “Trenches”

    People who spend ₦50k at restaurants

    If you’re one of those people that spend ₦50k on cocktails and pasta, be aware that you’re spending someone’s take home salary.

    RELATED: 5 Nigerians Reveal Their Best Experience At Nigerian Restaurants

    People who have never had to cook with a boiling ring

    If this is you, it means you went to a posh boarding school and you’re not like the rest of us in the trenches. You’re so rich, you probably use money to wipe your tears.

    People who have touched the furniture in Dangote’s house

    Imagine the people that have sat on the chairs in Dangote’s house or those that have wined and dined with him on his dining table. We’d love to meet them and ask them how they felt.

    People who go on trips with their friends

    You know you’ve made it when that trip makes it out of the group chat. When we say trips, we mean every kind of trips: Mexico o, Cabo o, Paris o, even trips to Yankari Game Reserve and Olumo Rock follow. Where are you people seeing money in this economy?

    Lagos Big Boys 

    They drive Benz, buy Azul like they’re buying water, have Rolexes, go on trips, they’re Lagos Big Boys.

    RELATED: The Complete Guide to Passing as a Lagos Big Boy

    “Let Zikoko show where the money at! Subscribe to the Money By Zikoko newsletter to get all the gist about how money moves in Nigeria by Nigerians. Every Monday at 8 a.m.”

    Lagos Big Girls

    The queens of spending money. They travel to Dubai when they’re having a headache and Mauritius when they’re tired of how Lagos smells. If you’ve only been to Ijebu-Ode, respectfully, this isn’t you.

    People who earn salary in dollars.

    You’re in a country where the currency people spend is naira but you’re earning in dollars. You’re a baller and everyone around you is a mechanic.

    RELATED: Are you a mechanic or a baller 

    People with more than one passport

    If you have two passports, please you need to cut soap for us. You guys are so lucky because you can decide to japa anytime.

    People who own (or use) private jets

    Only rich people take airplanes but people who have private jets are a whole different breed.

    People who have solar inverters

    NEPA keeps showing us shege but people with inverters can’t relate to the struggles the rest of us go through. When last did you shout up NEPA?

    RELATED: Interview With National Grid

    Abuja big boys

    If you think Lagos boys are big, wait till you see Abuja big boys. We don’t know if it’s their sports cars, jalabiya, Audemars Piguet watch and the Rolexes that have earned them the right to talk down on money.

    Abuja big girls

    Shoutout to Abuja big girls! They’re the real queens of enjoyment. We’re trying to be like them but funds no dey.

    People who live on the Island

    If this is you and you’re reading this, welcome! We’re honored to have you here. How does it feel to be able to talk down on money? It probably feels great.

    People who have more than one ATM card

    Owing an ATM card means you’re a respected person in society. But owning two and above? You’re an Igwe, a chief, an ambassador, a royal highness, a baller and a bad bitch. 

    People who don’t drink garri

    If you don’t drink garri all the time like the rest of us, it’s probably because you’re busy eating sushi, pasta, seafood etc. How can you claim “trenches”?

    People who can relate to what retail therapy is

    If the first that comes to your mind when you’re sad is shopping, then yeah you’re an OBO and we want to be like you when we grow up. 

    RELATED: Retail Therapy is Expensive, but Here’s Why it Slaps

    People who can’t remember the last time they entered public transport

    If you have a car or you’re always ordering Uber anytime you want to go out, you’re simply built different. We would love for you to tell us where you found your money. Are you a tech bro or a tech sis? What exactly did you do to get money?

    RELATED: How To Do Money Ritual In A Way That Pleases God

    “Let Zikoko show where the money at! Subscribe to the Money By Zikoko newsletter to get all the gist about how money moves in Nigeria by Nigerians. Every Monday at 8 a.m.”

    People who use diesel generators

    Only a rich person can afford to buy and maintain a generator that uses diesel because have you seen the price of diesel these days?

    People that don’t check their account balance

    Some people just swipe and swipe their cards all day long, without even thinking about how much is in their account. These are the people we’re trying to be like when we grow up.

    People who have bought Airpods more than once 

    If you’ve bought Airpods more than once, then you probably have a money tree in your backyard. Please, tell us what seed you planted to grow that tree. 

  • QUIZ: You Shouldn’t Be Having Sex if You Get Less Than 10/15 in This Quiz

    We don’t see why anyone should be having sex in this economy. But if you must, you should at least get above 10 on this quiz.

    Only choose the ones that apply to you:

  • 9 Signs Your Partner’s Pet Hates You

    It pees on your stuff

    Imagine spending the night at your partner’s house only to wake up and see their pet’s pee on your stuff. I honestly don’t understand how that relationship is going to work.

    It doesn’t bark when you’re leaving

    If your partner’s pet is silent when you’re leaving their house, you probably irritate it and it’s happy you’re leaving. My advice is that you and your partner start meeting at hotels.

    RELATED: If You’re Not Ready To Do These Things, Don’t Get a Dog

    It hides from you

    You probably think your partner’s pet is trying to play hide and seek by hiding from you. LMAO, no, it hates you. Please ask your partner to sell it or break up with them. Also please check yourself because why does an animal hate you?        

    It doesn’t listen to you

    Your partner’s pet obviously thinks you’re a dead guy (your partner’s pet’s words not mine).

    It doesn’t eat the food you give it

    What your partner’s pet is trying to tell you is that you’re a bad cook, you have bad taste and you should get out. If your partner’s pet would rather starve than eat the food you give it, omo it really hates you.

    It refuses to make TikToks with you 

    It could be two things: you’re boring or your partner’s pet doesn’t rate you. A pet that loves you will make viral TikToks with you.

    It doesn’t disturb you while you’re working

    Pets don’t understand the concept of space. If your partner’s pet doesn’t disturb you, then it disturbs someone else and that person isn’t you or your partner (do the math).

    It scratches/bites you

    I hope you don’t think that’s your partner’s pet’s way of showing love because it’s not. If your partner’s pet bites or scratches you, that’s a vampire out for your life. Please run!

    It looks at you like this

    This is a look of disgust and anger. I don’t know sha maybe the dog is just angry that it’s in Nigeria with you. Nigeria has a way of making everyone angry.

  • 20 Things Nigerians Can Be Grateful For, Apart From Jollof Rice

    If you’re a Nigerian and you’re not grateful for these, then you’re an ingrate. Please seek help

    Our Weather

    Our weather keeps us on our toes because it’s harmattan today and rainy tomorrow. If you always want to be alert, please come to Nigeria.

    Asake

    We’re not running from him but we love how he’s chasing us with good music on his okada. He deserves a thank you message from Nigerians.

    RELATED: How Will a Nigerian Mum React to Asake’s Mr Money with the Vibe Album?  

    Small chops 

    The baddest bitch in the industry. The national treasure keeping the entire wedding industry afloat. Can you imagine a Nigeria without small chops?  

    RELATED: Interview With Small Chops: “Puff-Puff is Not a Part of Us

    December in Lagos

    The time of the year when you meet all your “I Just Got Back” (“IJGB”) friends and go to clubs, concerts and just have a nice time.  But please don’t get carried away because of their newly acquired accents.

    Mothers

    The food they cook is top-tier, even if it’s bad. And their prayers work like magic.

    Grandmothers

    I want to know how and why Nigerian grandmothers always have money. Be grateful for the wealth of these senior babes because it’s probably the reason your family bounced back from all of Nigeria’s recessions.

    Twitter

    When Bubu decided to ban Twitter, it was a difficult period for all of us. But now it’s back, you can be thankful for the privilege of being dragged for no reason, or you can be thankful for all the unhinged and funny stuff you see daily.

    Dino Melaye

    This man is a case, but at this point, we cannot think of a world without him and his clownery. Only Dino can jump out of a police vehicle and hawk groundnuts — and he’s not even contesting in elections yet.

    RELATED: Dino Melaye’s Most Outstanding Oscar-Worthy Moments

    Big Brother Naija

    Nigerians love BBNaija season because it reminds them of the chaos and suffering of their day-to-day lives. Eating indomie? Fighting for daily bread? 

    But at least someone gets to go home with ₦100m

    Garri

    After Jesus, garri saves. No matter how broke you are, garri is always there for you. 

    Okada

    Going everywhere in Uber is a lifestyle only tech people can afford. The rest of us? (except people in Lagos sha) will take Uber the day we’re feeling bougie and okada the rest of the week. The way the okada guy is riding might kill you, but living in

    Nigeria is already extreme sports. What’s a little danger to you, child of the soil? 

    Generator

    We need to be thankful generators exist because the day God said, “Let there be light,” NEPA officials responded with, “Aired dfkm.”

    Abula

    Amala with ewedu and gbegiri, the holy trinity, if I say so myself. Amala is something to live for.

    WhatsApp and Facebook

    This one is for Nigerian parents. Nigerian mothers should be thankful to the founders of Whatsapp and Facebook because how else would they know that ginger and garlic cures coronavirus?

    Korean movies

    The love Nigerians have for K-drama is beyond anybody and everybody. Even if you don’t watch K-dramas, you’ve probably heard of BOYS OVER FLOWERS, CITY HUNTER, THE HEIRS and if you don’t know them, then you probably live under a rock.

    RELATED: 10 Best Korean Series You Must Watch 

    Nigerian youths

    Shoutout to the most vibrant and hardworking people in the world.

    RELATED: Why Are These Businesses Still Running if Nigerian Youths Are Truly Broke

    Plantain 

    Plantain is one of the baddest bitches of Nigerian food. She’s a versatile queen, and she deserves more credit than she gets. Plantain can be boiled, fried, roasted and some people even eat it raw. Rice could never.

    Fuji Music

    You cannot say you’re Yoruba and not be thankful for Fuji music. The day Fuji was born was the day Yoruba people were born. If you want to impress your Yoruba in-laws, just play Fuji music for them; they’ll love you! 

    Nigerian wedding after-parties

    If you’ve never been to a Nigerian wedding after-party, please add it to your bucket list. I don’t know if it’s the endless flow of alcohol or the DJs or the hype men, but there’s something about them. Maybe it’s the fact that the aunties who usually annoy you are too busy having fun to be on your case.

    Nigerian aunties

    Apart from the fact that they don’t mind their business or that they’ll complain to your parents about your ashawo gowns, they’re actually not so bad. They give you money, sometimes-sound advice, and will come through when you really need them — even though half the time, they’re reasons why you needed a come-through anyway.

  • QUIZ: Can You Complete the “Twelve Times Table” in 1 minute

    Prove to us that you’re not an olodo by acing this quiz in one minute

  • QUIZ: Which Foolish Nollywood Gateman Are You?

    Nollywood gatemen are popular for being foolish. Which one are you?

    Take the quiz.

  • QUIZ: Are You Mean, Or Do You Just Have Resting Bitch Face

    If you want to find out if you’re as wicked as your village people, please take this quiz