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  • 9 Ridiculous Conversations Nigerians Online Have Engaged In

    9 Ridiculous Conversations Nigerians Online Have Engaged In

    Nigerians online love to talk. Nothing is really ever off-limits nor too absurd to talk about. Most times, these conversations are sparked by people’s lived experiences or activities Nigerians online have been privy to, and other times, they are completely imagined and would probably never imagine. 

    In other cases, these conversations are spearheaded by people who know exactly what they are talking about (think women discussing misogyny or queer folks talking about homophobia) and as it often happens, those conversations get hijacked by people who are ill-equipped to talk about them and end up turning the discourse into a bigotry party. But hey, it’s the internet and nobody bought data for anyone, so Nigerians online do tend to talk and engage in conversations, just because.

    The result of this is that we have a lot of cringe-worthy, outrightly weird, and ridiculous conversations happening for sometimes a day or weeks on end. And because we do tend to have a lot of them on a loop, I decided to ask Nigerians to share some of the weirdest and most ridiculous conversations they have ever witnessed online, so please, find their responses below.

    This was the Ghetto:

    A lot of people actually agree

    Then there is the top contender and a really weird time I pray and hope we never return to.

    I just can’t

    https://twitter.com/Ok0cha/status/1387021578093973512?s=20

    When did this happen though?

    Yeah, this was a pretty weird, but actually instructive moment

    https://twitter.com/Olumuyiwa__/status/1387022151065219075?s=20

    Uhmmmm

    https://twitter.com/iAmNdukwe/status/1387033671832678401?s=20

    This was very disturbing

    I completely understand this one because who has that time?

    Less of this one please,

    https://twitter.com/makispoke/status/1387067163937173505?s=20

    So there you have it, this is to hoping we fix up going forward.

    Nelson

  • We Ranked The Best Old Nollywood Couples

    We Ranked The Best Old Nollywood Couples

    Onscreen chemistry is one thing Old Nollywood got right. Some actors and actresses just had this thing that left you rooting for them hard even when you don’t think you should be. We decided to rank the top five couples from Old Nollywood that were everything.

    Genevieve Nnaji and Emeka Ike

    I know Tony Umez is everyone’s favourite Nollywood lover boy but for me, the distinction goes straight to Emeka Ike because he often played the poor boy always willing to love with all his heart and give what he didn’t have. And the best part? He did it all without being jazzed even a bit. The movies he and Genevieve Nnaji played love interests were, in my books, some of the best Nollywood romantic dramas and if we ever get a thriving rom-com movie industry in Nigeria, I would still love to see them in something.

    Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and Tony Umez

    When I think of this couple, I just imagine Omotola in one of those flowing bubbas while Tony goes off to work angrily even though his wife and life is perfect. The couple always started out every movie stressing the daylights out of me but the good thing about them and the reason they made it to this list, is that the love they display in the final act of the movie tends to always more than makeup for it.

    Rita Dominic and Jim Iyke

    Something about this couple just seemed violent. A lot of Rita Dominic’s early roles required guns, short axes and a lot of violence and so did Jim Iyke, the OG bad boy, so when you brought the duo together, it was like Nollywood Bonnie and Clyde but they somehow made that work. I don’t know how they did but I stan.

    RMD and Stella Damascus

    Before we say anything, can we talk about the beauty overload of this couple? Like wow. This is out of this world. Of all the Nollywood couples on this list, this is the one I have always wanted to adopt me. The beauty, the grace, the confidence, the elegance. And that’s just RMD.

    Genevieve Nnaji and Ramsey Nouah


    When I think of Genevieve and Ramsey Nouah all I think about is a montage that shows them eating ice-cream in a park or restaurant while Marc Anthony’s I Need You plays in the background. These two are the OG couple who inspired every other couple and it is time they get their flowers.

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  • Which Bread Is The GOAT? We Ranked Them All

    Which Bread Is The GOAT? We Ranked Them All

    Bread is a common food here in Nigeria. We eat bread with almost everything from spreads to beans to akara and anything that tastes just good.

    But if we had to rank these breads in order of taste and popularity, which one is likely to rank first?

    We’ll tell you.

    6. Coconut bread

    The first time I tasted this, it wasn’t what I was expecting. Sure, it tastes good, but there’s just something about it that made me know there’d be no repeat purchase for me, unless my craving called for it. Also, the coconut kept flaking and just made a mess everywhere. Abeg dear. I cannot be sweeping floor because I ate bread.

    5. Sardine bread

    I honestly feel like this bread promises a lot but delivers very little. Because how can such a large loaf have just a tiny sardine in it? Why not just buy bread and sardine separately so you can enjoy it properly? That’s how I see it sha.

    4. Wheat bread

    Wheat bread will always be that bread I have mixed feelings about. On one hand, it’s very nutritious and works well for dietary needs. On the other hand, the taste is quite a roadblock. But if you get used to it, you’re in for the good life. Take it from me.

    3. Bread rolls

    This for me is perfection. It is exquisite in taste and very appealing. It’s the kind you eat many rolls in one sitting without paying too much attention. A test of self-control.

    2. Banana bread

    This is one good thing that came out of the lockdown. Yes, it has been in existence for a while, but the lockdown just ‘amplified’ it. In taste, it ranks high for me. It’s deeply satisfying to eat, and it bangs hard with yoghurt or very creamy tea.

    1. White bread

    There’s a space reserved for kings and this bread will always be found there. Do you think it’s possible for one bread to have so much fan love and relevance? White bread will always be THAT bread. No other bread comes close.

    Ranked: Chocolate, Red Velvet or Vanilla Cake?

    Kunle Ologunro

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  • Ranked: 9 Food Questions We Need You To Answer

    Ranked: 9 Food Questions We Need You To Answer

    I have been tossing these food questions in my mind for months. Today, I thought, what better place to ask them than here? Be honest with yourself, and perhaps you might find out where food ranks in your heart, and where you rank on the foodie scale.

    1. Be honest, do you think Jollof Rice tastes better than Fried Rice?

    2. Do you actually hate Bounty or are you just trying to act cool?

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    3. Don’t you think Pounded Yam is overrated?

    4. Do you actually hate Amala or you just want to feel among?

    5. Does chocolate cake deserve the hype you’re giving it?

    6. If avocados were the last thing on earth, would you still claim to hate them?

    7. Deep down, deep down, do you hate Semo?

    8. Does anyone actually enjoy mint ice cream or y’all are just pretending for the internet?

    9. Do you eat because you enjoy eating or because it’s an obligation you need to fulfil?

    Here’s last week’s Ranking:

    We Ranked Your Favourite Childhood Biscuits From Worst To Best

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  • We Ranked Your Favourite Childhood Biscuits From Worst To Best

    We Ranked Your Favourite Childhood Biscuits From Worst To Best

    When we talk about biscuits from our childhood, the usual favourites come to mind: Speedy, Digestives, Pako Biscuits, Coasters, etc. But on a scale of 1-10, how do these biscuits rank?

    Because those biscuits are your favourite, you might be biased in your ranking. That’s why we took it upon ourselves to do the ranking for you.

    Enjoy!

    9. Pako biscuit

    I still don’t get the point of this biscuit, tbh. Who on earth decided that as children, the next snack to munch on is one that tastes like wood. If you were one of those who enjoyed this biscuit as a child, you’re probably a cultist now. Confess before we fish you out.

    8. Fishly

    This is mid, if we are being honest. It didn’t have anything ‘fishly’ in it. To me, it is a softer, tastier version of Pako biscuits. It’s a wonder how people loved it. The Spicy Fish Cake beats this hands-down, but I couldn’t find a photo online, so…

    7. Digestive

    The Digestive before Digestives LMAO. This is the biscuit to eat if you’re broke and hungry or you’re trying to save lunch money. Just buy two and drink a whole cup of water and your stomach will be as tight as a drum.

    6. Coconut

    The selling point of this biscuit was the coconut flavour. It was so markedly different from the others with that taste. But then, it’s an afterthought for most kids. A lot of us didn’t go out with the intention of getting it. We only bought it if the others were not available.

    5. Biscao

    I LOVE THIS BISCUIT A LOT! I often think I’m the only one who does, because I don’t usually see people as hyped about it as I am. But in terms of taste, Biscao wins. Flavour and size, Biscao wins. OK Foods was in their bag when they made this biscuit. It’s a solid 5 for me.

    4. Speedy

    Speedy would have been below, but this biscuit fought the good fight and satisfied a LOT of Nigerian children, even adults. In terms of look, it’s not 100%, but one taste and you’ll be willing to overlook every other thing.

    PS: As an adult, it bangs with garri. Just empty it into your bowl of garri, add the remaining accessories, and enjoy a delightful taste.

    3. Pepper Snack

    I am sure a Yoruba man was the one who pitched the idea of this pepper-flavoured biscuit. If we calculate it, the higher percentage of people who love this biscuit will be Yoruba.

    I’m not even joking. I mean, it’s number 3 on this list. That’s to show you how Yoruba I am.

    2. Okin

    This was the OG, the original of all originals. They dominated the market in a way that surprised everyone, but then they had a unique taste to match it. It deserves no other spot than this.

    Also, can they pleaseeee bring it back?

    1. Coaster

    Coaster is really deserving of the number 1 spot. Yes, the biscuit has undergone severe changes in taste and quantity: First, it was 6 in the pack, and then it became 5, and then 4. I think it’s now 3, or maybe they’re getting there. Even then, we cannot deny that Coaster still reigns supreme. We stan.

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  • Ranked: 7 Foods and Drinks That Enhance Your Libido

    Ranked: 7 Foods and Drinks That Enhance Your Libido

    What are the foods and drinks that enhance libido? Ah, we have answers! 🥳 Today on Ranked, we bring you the low-down on foods and drinks that will help increase your sex drive. Feel free to include them in your diet if you want to get your groove on.

    For today’s rankings, you can disregard the positions.

    1. Watermelon

    Watermelon is rich in an amino acid called citrulline. This relaxes and dilates blood vessels that help increase sex drive. Y’all know what that means? ​🌚

    2. Coconut Water

    Raise your hand if you believe drinking coconut water will make you a blockhead. Apparently, our good sis here contains nutrients that are beneficial to getting a climax. I guess that’s why they changed her PR before we discovered her potential.

    3. Banana

    This one isn’t shaped like a penis for nothing. We stan a fruit that lives a life aligned with its purpose. Eat it if you want to increase your energy level, boost semen and aid erection. It’s really a holy trinity of pleasure.

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    4. Dark Chocolate

    LMAO don’t you ever wonder why dark chocolate is included as part of a Valentine’s day package? This hunk right here stimulates the body’s production of serotonin and Dopamine, and when these two things are in, then you know the gbedu is about to enter body.

    5. Red Wine

    Here’s the thing about Red Wine: it boosts testosterone. That’s not all. Red Wine also makes you horny. Why else do you think some women say the wine went straight down to their pum-pum? Ah, we see y’all. Keep doing the good work.

    6. Dates

    Dates have been used as aphrodisiac and is known to improve sexual stamina, libido and your performance. Quick tip: You can soak dates in milk overnight and drink it the next morning. Or maybe include it in your smoothie. Ouuuuuuu 💦

    7. Tigernut Milk

    This one is key for sexual arousal. It also helps you last longer in bed. And the sellers know it too. This one is between me and you: combine date, banana and tigernut together, and drink it. See if you will not come back and share your story on Zikoko’s #SexLife.

    We Ranked Cola Drinks From Worst To Best | Zikoko!

    We Ranked Cola Drinks From Worst To Best

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  • Ranked: Yellow, Brown, Or White Pap?

    Ranked: Yellow, Brown, Or White Pap?

    For today’s Ranked, I decided to go for a common Nigerian staple: Ogi. This dish (our local custard, if you may), has been repping from the beginning of time. Right from being the main dish on Saturday mornings, to being combined with beans, Ogi has come a long way. And now, we rank the variants to pick the best of all.

    3. Brown (Ogi baba)

    This is highly nutritious, especially for babies. But for me, it doesn’t exactly fall within my range of preference. I wonder if there are actual adults who enjoy this variant.

    2. White

    I don’t know if it’s just me, but there’s something about white ogi that reminds me of a strict and wicked teacher. No attempt to disguise, just plain “what you see is what you get.” I like it all the same sha, at least for the fact that you can add other orisirisi to make it taste even better.

    1. Yellow

    This variant made me love pap. If there was no yellow pap, I wonder what would have become of my relationship with pap. I like how the look changes when you add milk, either powder or evaporated one. Yellow ogi is really top-tier.

    Last week’s ranking:

    Ranked: What’s The Best Fish Ever?

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  • Ranked: What’s The Best Fish Ever?

    Ranked: What’s The Best Fish Ever?

    Today on Ranked, I’m taking on Fish to discover the best fish to ever do it. Do you agree with this list or not? And most importantly, how many of the fish listed here have you tasted before?

    9. Panla

    I’m not exactly sure what to make of Panla fish. Yes, it is affordable, but the enjoyment is limited. The fish is lean, and it doesn’t offer much, be it smoked or fried. I feel it should be a waka-pass fish, added as an extra garnishing, not the main thing. Sorry to those who swear by Panla.

    8. Tilapia

    Tilapia is the kind of fish you brag about because of the name. But in terms of taste, girl bye. It’s bony, and needs the cook to be very skilled. And it only bangs in some kinds of soup, not all. Best as an aquarium fish. Let it just be entertaining your visitors.

    7. Hake (Panla, but with Master’s)

    This is another variant of Panla fish. And compared to the skinnier Panla, this one tastes far better. It also works wonders in soup for swallows. For vegetables and other kinds of soup, not sure. Perhaps stew it separately, rather than cooking it together.

    6. Catfish

    In terms of popularity, Miss Mamas here will win. But taste and versatility? I’ll need her to take several seats backward. You’ll come for me, I know, but you can’t deny that the only appeal catfish has is peppersoup. What happens when that is taken away? Even when smoked, it’s still meh. So what are we saying?

    5. Kote

    This tastes divine, but a lot of times, you are likely to jam the one that tastes like cassava. You know, hard, bland, despite all the seasoning you put in it. And that’s my struggle with it. If you are going to cost so much, you might as well taste good all the time. As a plus, it tastes really good when fried.

    4. Ojuyobo (Argentina)

    Goodness, this fish is delicious! The name is because of the large eyes, but that doesn’t take anything away from the sweetness. It is like a mix of Titus and Shawa together, but there is more to it. It bangs in stew, soup, okro. It’s a complete package.

    3. Croaker.

    This one is seen as a rich people’s fish and rightly so. But whenever it lands on your plate, kneel down and say a prayer because you are about to experience a taste that is completely elite. Grilled or fried, this fish works. Stew or soups, e still dey.

    2. Shawa

    Yes, Shawa is awfully bony and should be discredited. But then, it makes up for it in taste. Shawa goes well in stew, soups, and any other thing you need it for. Even when fried, it still bangs with garri. If it’s just the bones, I can overlook that.

    1. Titus

    There is no other fish deserving of this spot. Titus has and will always be supreme. Taste? Check. Versatility? Check! This fish blends well with everything and brings out a unique flavour. Fry it, smoke it, cook it fresh, different flavour each time. Titus dear, na you dey reign.

    Here’s last week’s ranking:

    Ranked: Chocolate, Red Velvet Or Vanilla Cake?

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  • Ranked: Chocolate, Red Velvet or Vanilla Cake?

    Ranked: Chocolate, Red Velvet or Vanilla Cake?

    This is a ranking that I think is long overdue. Also, a very risky ranking, because I know you people will call for my head after this. But the truth has no hiding place.

    Today, I ask the most important question of 2020: What’s the best cake? Is it chocolate cake, vanilla or Red Velvet?

    This is my ranking:

    3. Chocolate cake

    I still think chocolate cake is unnecessary. In fact, abolish the concept of chocolates entirely. Chocolate cakes are often too sweet, and you get tired easily. So what’s the point? If something that is supposed to bring me enjoyment tires me, what is the point?

    2. Red Velvet

    This is surprisingly very good. I thought I wouldn’t like it, but I did. Still, it doesn’t mean I think it should exist as such. I’m sorry to everyone who lives by it. For me, I could easily live my life without tasting it and I would be fine.

    1. Vanilla cake

    There is no cake that can compare to this, if we are being honest. That’s why it is the first. The blue print for all the other types of cake. It is the only supreme leader we recognize in these streets.

    There, I said it.

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    Here’s last week’s ranking (this one won’t make you want to beat me, I promise):

    We Ranked Beans Combos From Worst To Best

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  • We Ranked Beans Combos From Worst To Best

    We Ranked Beans Combos From Worst To Best

    Beans is one food that is often combined with other foods to bring a different taste of to make it more filling. Today on Ranked, we take on all the possible beans combo to find the worst and the best of all.

    7. Beans and yam

    This is a good combo. It is filling, and keeps you drinking water. Very good for when you’re broke, the same way we all are. The preparation is quite strenuous though, especially if the yam is hard and does not soften easily.

    6. Beans and potatoes

    The way I love this combo! Potatoes and beans bangs so hard. It’s total sweetness. And it’s rich in carbs too. My issue with it is the fact that potatoes are not exactly easy to peel. I’ve nicked my fingers a few times while trying to cook them. If you can get past that hurdle, it’s flex.

    5. Beans and corn

    People don’t talk about this combo enough and it stresses me out. Beans and corn is easily one of the best meals out there. The taste is completely different from any other beans combo, and it’s just as filling too. One excuse people give is that it takes too long to cook. But should that hinder you?

    PS: People use sweet corn to supplement fresh maize.

    Read: 7 Important Things You Need To Know About Cooking Beans

    4. Beans and plantain

    I thought long and hard before putting this at number 4. But the truth is, number 3 beats it hands down (check number 3 & come back to fight me). Yes, taste and all, beans and plantain is great. But satisfaction, availability, and quantity nko? And the truth is this: beans and plantain will tire you easily. Yes, I said what I said.

    3. Beans and garri

    I hope there are others who agree with me on this. Beans and garri is easily available, tastes great and can hold stomach well. Besides, some people still add garri to beans and plantain, so what are we saying?

    2. Beans and rice

    The way it is like this, elite combination. Nothing at all can take away its position. Rice and beans is elite. Be it cooked together or cooked separately, they align well.

    1. Beans and bread

    Can we all agree that bread and beans is the baddest to ever do it? CAN WE ALL AGREE, PLEASE? Especially if it’s soft agege bread and ewa agoyin. Goodness. If you are a Nigerian and you don’t like bread and beans, I don’t know for you oh.

    Have you seen this ranking?

    We Ranked Yoruba Soups From Worst To Best

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  • What’s The Best Way To Eat Plantain? We Ranked Them All

    What’s The Best Way To Eat Plantain? We Ranked Them All

    Plantain is a very versatile dish. It can be fried, boiled, roasted, and made into small balls of enjoyment for the small chops package. But of all these variants, what’s the best way to eat plantain? We will tell you.

    7. Boiled plantain.

    Plantain is tasty, but this is the least appealing way to eat it. I know some people put it in pepper soup and all, but even then, it doesn’t bang as such. Sorry to people who enjoy it this way. Fix up.

    6. Plantain Mosa

    Honestly, we should be grateful for small chops that made this variant of plantain to shine. We honestly didn’t know her from anywhere. It’s good enough, but not that spectacular. It could go out of existence and I’ll be fine. I know there are others who feel this way too.

    5. Plantain chips

    Yes. Plantain chips slap really hard. Has to be one of the best inventions from plantain, if we are being honest. But it’s still a five for me. It’s good, but could be wayyy better. Also, soft and chewy plantain chips is greater than ikpekere. Let’s not argue that fact please.

    4. Plantain frittata

    Putting this here feels like a cheat because frittata has a lot going for it if we’re being honest. But then again, the additional stuff is why it is top tier and belongs in number 4. It’s filling and that’s enough compensation. But it’s really just technical to make.

    3. Dodo Ikire

    This is a bad b*tch that doesn’t get all the credit it deserves. Dodo Ikire is so unique and far off from all the other variants of plantain on this list. From the look alone, you know you’re in for a treat. And the taste? Unforgettable. Completely unforgettable.

    2. Fried plantain

    You know the vibes. This is a good spot and please let’s not even try to move this good sis to number 1. Her spot as second is a good one. Also hate to say it, but I think fried plantain can easily tire you if you decide to eat it as a standalone and not with other dishes like beans, rice, spaghetti, etc.

    1. Bole and fish

    My Port Harcourt people own this crown. I tasted bole and fish once and I knew where my loyalties lie. This combo has everything that beats the other plantain dishes hands down. Roasted bole, stew, fish, a sprinkle of leaves. You sef judge am na. Judge it and tell me why bole and fish shouldn’t own the top spot.

    7 Important Things You Need To Know About Cooking Beans

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  • We Ranked Yoruba Soups From Worst To Best

    We Ranked Yoruba Soups From Worst To Best

    This week, I tried to make a list of all the soups in Yoruba land. I learned two things from that exercise: 1) That Yoruba people don’t have soups at all, and 2) That a ranking of Yoruba soups was long overdue. Join me as I rank them from worst to best.

    7. Obe Ata

    This, to me, has to be weakest soup from Yorubaland. Basically pepper and oil that cannot be enjoyed without adding draw soup. Even when you try to eat it with rice, e get as e be. This obe ata in particular needs to do better.

    6. Bitterleaf soup.

    I honestly think Yoruba people cannot cook bitterleaf soup as good as other ethnic groups. This is why it’s not so common in Yorubaland. When they do cook it, the soup doesn’t really measure up to expectations. But it’s still better than Obe Ata, so it ranks higher.

    5. Waterleaf Soup.

    This is one highly underrated Yoruba soup. Waterleaf soup is really elite and it hurts to see it being ignored in the long list of Yoruba soups. For me, it beats bitterleaf soup and Obe Ata easily, There’s no two way about it. Did I also mention that it goes well with any swallow? The range.

    4. Marugbo.

    I tasted this for the first time in Ondo state and I wanted to eat it forever! It’s the Yoruba equivalent of black soup and I don’t know why this queen isn’t on our plates more. The taste is super amazing, and it goes well with pupuru and fufu. The blackness might put you off a bit, but one taste is all you need to convince you. Shoutout to Ondo people for offering this elite dish.

    3. Ila Alasepo

    You might be wondering why I didn’t rank ewedu and plain okro. Simple answer: they are not standalone soups. They need Obe Ata to function. Ila Alasepo can stand on its own though and that’s what makes it so worthy of this number. Cook it well and fill it with enough animals and it easily beats all the soups on this list. Wahala for who no dey chop okro oh.

    2. Egusi

    Egusi is a Yoruba soup that changes taste with new additions. Add ugu and it gives a different taste; add efo soko and you get another taste; add waterleaf and you get another taste. That versatility is not easy to come by. And it goes so well with rice, so that’s why it’s at number 2. Igbos can fight me all they want, but I believe Egusi is purely Yoruba. Convince me with proof please.

    1. Efo Riro

    This has to be the best thing from Yorubaland. No cap. No other tribe can make efo riro as good as Yorubas. Quote me anywhere because I said what I said. There’s no doubt that it should rank number 1. It’s a versatile soup with a wide range. Add egusi and you get something else, cook it with Obe Ata and something new comes up; cook it with stew and yet another thing. No other soup comes close.

    What’s the best Cola drink to ever do it? Is it Coke or Pepsi or Bigi Cola or RC Cola? Here’s our ranking:

    We Ranked Cola Drinks From Worst To Best

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  • We Ranked Cola Drinks From Worst To Best

    We Ranked Cola Drinks From Worst To Best

    So, after doing a taste fest of cola drinks available in Nigeria, I decided to do a ranking of them all. Here’s my result:

    5. Big Cola

    In terms of size, this one should rank higher. But taste-wise, it doesn’t exactly cut the bill. The cola drinks were almost impossible to differentiate because of their taste, but this one stood out and not exactly in a good way. It wasn’t sweet enough for me. That’s an easy way to say it.

    4. Bigi Cola

    So I enjoyed this. More than I was expecting to, honestly. Because when it was first released, it was way too sugary. Now, the sugar seems to have been regulated and it didn’t leave any aftertaste in my mouth. So, it’s number 4 for me.

    3. RC Cola

    This is a new product, and I think it tastes good enough. If it remains consistent, it can go head to head with the other cola drinks in the market. But brands have that problem of reducing quality when they get good customers, so… Let’s hope these don’t fall. I hope to keep drinking it.

    2. Coca Cola

    You people are probably going to demand my head, but see, Coca Cola comes second for me. It tastes great taste, sure, and it is one of the best in the market, but I will always have a number one cola drink. And guess what that drink is?

    1. Pepsi

    This is my go-to drink in traffic, the first I will consider before anything else. The taste is right by me, and I don’t feel bloated after drinking it. So, Pepsi for the win. I know a lot of people feel the same way about this. Tell me I’m right.

    We Ranked The Most Overrated And Underrated Foods Nigerians Love Eating

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  • We Ranked The Most Overrated And Underrated Foods Nigerians Love Eating

    We Ranked The Most Overrated And Underrated Foods Nigerians Love Eating

    Today on Ranked, I take on some of the foods Nigerians love eating and hating on in equal measure. Given the number of love and hatred they receive on a daily, I thought to examine them. Are these foods really overrated or underrated? Well, here’s what I think of them. Prepare to defend your faves. Or to drag me, perhaps.

    5. Avocado

    I honestly don’t know why people eat this. I know they say it’s nutritious, good with bread and all, but please, I’ll have to pass. It gets a lot of slander on these streets though, so I’m pleased. Avocado eaters, you people need to fix up. Develop better taste buds.

    4. Mint Ice Cream

    Can I confess something? I don’t mind mint ice cream. I honestly don’t. It tastes good, so why not? But some people hate it because they think it tastes like frozen toothpaste. That’s why I can’t speak up in public when they slander it. If they ban it, I’ll miss it, but I’ll move on.

    3. Chocolate Cake

    Agree with me: CHOCOLATE CAKE IS MID! There’s this level of sweetness about it that I don’t understand. I salute everyone who likes it, but I have realised I’m not just the target market. I just want a bit of it and that’s all. Please tell me I’m not alone.

    2. Bounty

    Me I love Bounty oh. I don’t know all the things you people are saying. Chocolate with a mix of coconut in it, what is there not to love? You people should please ease up on the Bounty slander, please. The poor thing just wants to be two things at the same time and frankly, I’m here for it.

    1. Pupuru

    This one is barely known and it’s upsetting me and my homegirls. Pupuru is a special delicacy from Ondo state. It is made from cassava flour, and it’s a very smooth swallow. I love it so much, and I think it should be highlighted more. Do yourself a favour today and taste Pupuru.

    BONUS: Goat Meat.

    I used to hate goat meat. But this week, I had the best goat meat in Ibadan and I realise what I have been missing. So, this one is to tell you that I’m starting to rethink my goat meat slander. If I eat one more goat meat and it tastes good, I’ll be an apostle of goat meat. Those of you who hate it, please fix up. Peace.

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  • We Ranked 5 Hangout Spots In Ibadan

    We Ranked 5 Hangout Spots In Ibadan

    What’s it like navigating Ibadan as a JJC? I’ll tell you. For starters, transport fare confuses you, and you are always looking for Amala because everyone says Ibadan has the best Amala. And yes, you will get it, but after that you will start looking for places to hangout. That’s my story. And after looking for places to hangout, here’s a list of 5 places I was able to visit.

    5. FOODCO, Bodija.

    This is one of the earliest places I visited in Ibadan. It’s a supermarket with a restaurant that allows you to eat, charge and chill with friends. Can be a bit crowded sometimes, but their food tastes good and they offer a lot of snacks and dishes.

    4. PALMS MALL, Ring-Road.

    This meets the standard I expected of a Palms Mall in Ibadan. It’s a pretty decent place to hangout and stroll, and maybe buy Shoprite bread.

    3. JERICHO MALL, Jericho.

    The small chops platter here is divine, as is their smoothie. It’s large, and you are sure to find something that will interest you. It’s a fun place to spend the weekend.

    2. FROSTYZ, Osuntokun

    had the best night here. The coconut flavoured ice cream I bought was like nothing else I have ever tasted. To me, it’s the best place to have a date. Or sit and read a book.

    The ice cream. One of the best ways to end a rainy night.

    1. VENTURA MALL, Sango-UI.

    Here’s the correct address: Plot 5 and 6, Old Aerodrome Road Along Sango-UI Road, Samonda, GRA, Ibadan. They have a cinema, and the ambience is lovely. If you like watching people, this is one of the best places to do it. But beyond that, it makes for a good hangout spot with friends.

    What’s The Best Thing To Eat Bread With? Last week, I ranked them all.

    What’s The Best Thing To Eat Bread With? We Ranked Them All

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  • What’s The Best Thing To Eat Bread With? We Ranked Them All

    What’s The Best Thing To Eat Bread With? We Ranked Them All

    Today on the ranking menu, we have butter, jam, mayonnaise, peanut butter and chocolate. Which one comes first and which one comes last? Dig in to find out.

    5. Jam.

    This is highly nutritious and tasty, but it comes last for me. There’s something about its level of sweetness that I find… too sweet? I like it in doughnuts though. Very splendid.

    4. Chocolate spread.

    Chocolate spread is great, especially if you try it with toast bread or toast your bread with it. That’s why it ranks higher for me. The flavour it brings is, ugh, delightful.

    3. Mayonnaise.

    People who don’t like mayonnaise and bread, wetin dey happen? Mayonnaise has to be one of God’s greatest gift to man. Combined with bread, it’s heavenly. I bless the day I tasted that combo.

    2. Peanut butter.

    love this so much I’m tempted to put it first, but sadly, I can’t. Everything about peanut butter is great, but we have to be honest that it is not as versatile as butter. And that’s why this beauty sits at number two.

    1. Butter.

    The OG reclaims its spot. I think the fun thing is that butter is that spread we will always return to despite how much time we spend away from it. And I think that’s why it stays winning.

    Bonus: Stew.

    Say what you may, but bread and stew actually bangs. The real ones know this for sure.

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    Kunle Ologunro