Zikoko

6 Posts
Zikoko
Zikoko
· May 26

I Fell for a Man I’d Never Seen. I Should’ve Known Better

Derayo met Femi on a Facebook group and started a relationship without video calls, believing his photos depicted his real appearance. Upon their first in-person date, Femi appeared drastically different, showing significant insecurities about his looks and revealing he had lied about his appearance. Feeling deceived, Derayo ended the relationship...
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Lifehack
Zikoko
Zikoko
· May 18

Sunken Ships: 2 Years Into Our Relationship, My Pastor’s Daughter Ghosted Me

Damola and Tinuade met in church in 2021 and developed a close two-year situationship without labeling it formally. The relationship ended abruptly in December 2023 when Tinuade ghosted Damola, later sending a brief breakup message without explanation. This sudden end deeply affected Damola, leading to emotional avoidance in subsequent relationships...
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Lifestyle
Zikoko
Zikoko
· May 16

I Stopped Paying My Family’s Bills, and They Started Disrespecting Me

Gabriella, who was the primary financial provider for her family of eight for years, faced hardship in 2024 after losing her life savings and moving back home. Despite her extensive sacrifices, including supporting siblings and extended family on a modest income, her family began to disrespect her after her financial...
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Economy
Zikoko
Zikoko
· May 16

What We Know About Ibukun Akinola, the Money-Moving Woman at PiggyVest  

Ibukun “IBK” Akinola is the Payments Director at PiggyVest, a prominent Nigerian savings and investment platform. She has a strong financial background influenced by her parents, holds an Accounting degree from Covenant University, and a Master’s in International Business from Coventry University. Before PiggyVest, Ibukun co-founded startups like PUSH CV...
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Business
Zikoko
Zikoko
· May 5

I Called Off My Engagement Because of a Joke

Gina, a determined businesswoman, planned her life around education, entrepreneurship, and family, including adopting a child. After pursuing an MBA in the UK and growing her business with help from her mother, Gina started a serious relationship with Yinka, aligning on future goals initially. Issues arose around financial management and...
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Business