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Mental Health May
This past week has been quite a lot on our mental health, with the crypto meltdown, the terrible and pointless loss of life and there is the underlying anxiety from so much domestic violence clips on social media; that has people almost terrified of marriages.
It’s so timely that May is dedicated to Mental Health Awareness and we collaborated with some experts to host Mental Health sessions on topics that affect women.
Join us this weekend as we take a walk down the mental health lane with these amazing speakers.
On the 19th of May; we will be Live on Instagram by 4pm with Micheal Joshua @mikulhealth and Omolabake Mathew-Ibrahim @workingmum_diary talking about Mental Health and Motherhood.
All attendees get free consultation and Herconomy community members get 10% discounts on ALL Care Plans from Mikul Health.
Then on the 20th of May; The Catalyst Dr.Lanreolusola and Marriage coach Olabisi Ola-Soetan @secretplacewife will treat us to a fireside chat on Mental Health and Marriage. Click on the link to register on zoom. Here
All those who attend this session will be available to get one of Lanre Olusola’s books; The Power of Daily Affirmation or The Morning Commander.
Finally, on Saturday 21st of May, come enjoy Yoga and wellness sessions with Herconomy at @thehappinesscenter; absolutely free; click on the link in our bio to register for this time with us.
Make it a date with us this weekend. We’ve got so many freebies to be enjoyed by the participants.
Herconomy is coming to Abuja with a bang!!!
Yaay!!! We finally have a date and you will be seeing us in Abuja!
Two of our Herconomy men will be coming to Abuja to share some of the insights on how we have been able to build and maintain our community.
Godwin and Charles will be giving tips and tricks and we will also be starting our Abuja forum.
Are you ready to party with Herconomy?
Share Your Stories With Us!
Dear subscriber, thank you for sticking with us through the years and reading all the news stories we have been sharing with you,
But for any community to thrive, we need to know more about you and share your stories.
We are starting a new segment called Community Spotlight and we should love to highlight all your wins and stories.
Kindly send us a DM on social media platforms or send an email to tolu@herconomy.com to share your stories!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Partnerships
Herconomy & The Happiness Center present; a Wellbeing Session
Where will you be on the 21st of May!
In commemoration of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, Herconomy in conjunction with @thehappinesscenter is hosting a Wellness & Well-being event for our lovely followers.
Come hang out with us and enjoy a holistic experience.
Visit the link HERE to get register and come enjoy some Yoga, meditation, alternative medicine and breathwork.
Trust us to only bring the very best to you!
You deserve to be pampered, let’s pamper you.
Local Stories
No agreement with FG, strike not ending soon – ASUU, SSANU, NASU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities and the Joint Action Committee of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions and Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities have said the Federal Government did not reach a strong agreement with them that can lead to calling off the industrial actions. Read more…
Train abduction: Negotiations deadlocked, FG seeks foreign assistance
The negotiations between the Federal Government and the abductors of no fewer than 68 Abuja-Kaduna train passengers may have deadlocked following the insistence of the gunmen on the release of their commanders in exchange for the abductees. Read more…
National Assembly transmits amended Electoral Act to Buhari
The National Assembly has transmitted the amended Electoral Act 2022 to the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), for assent, The PUNCH has learnt. Read more….
Experts canvass equal healthcare access for Nigerians
Some health experts have said that the only way to overcome the health challenges in Nigeria is for the rich and the poor to have access to the same health care system through the National Health Insurance Bill. Read more…
Nigeria needs an active president, says Saraki
On Sunday, former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, met with the national delegates of the Peoples Democratic party from Benue State and appealed to them to give him their votes to restore the glory of the country. Read more…
International Stories
North Korea: More than a million Covid cases feared
North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un has lambasted health officials and ordered the army to help distribute medicine, as a wave of Covid cases sweeps through the country. Read more…
Queen attends Platinum Jubilee equestrian extravaganza
The Queen has attended the final night of an equestrian extravaganza show to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee. Read more…
Somalia's new president was elected by 327 people
Somalia's former leader Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has been elected president after a final vote that was only open to the country's MPs. Read more…
Xi Jinping looms large over Australia's election
The faces of Australian election candidates are plastered on campaign posters across the country -- but there's one face that stands out, and it belongs to Xi Jinping. Read more…
Business Matters
Nigeria spends 86% of revenue on debt servicing, South Africa pays 20%
Nigeria spent 86 per cent of its revenue on servicing debt in 2021, but South Africa spent only 20 per cent of its receipts on the same purpose, according to findings by The PUNCH. Read more
Infinity Trust bank disburses N9.91bn mortgage loans to customers
Mortgage and construction loans from the Infinity Trust Mortgage Bank to its customers rose by 39 per cent from N7.12bn in 2020 to N9.91bn in 2021, The PUNCH has learnt. Read more…
FG backs insurers on compulsory policies
The Federal Government has assured insurers that it will ensure compliance with compulsory policies in the country. Read more…
Nine banks’ non-performing loans rise, hit N814bn – Reports
The aggregate Non-Performing Loans of nine banks increased to N814.08bn in 2021, representing a 3.16 per cent increase from the N789.14bn reported in 2020, according to findings by The PUNCH. Read more…
Tech Updates
Google unveils first smartwatch, new phones, virtual cards and more
Google on Wednesday and Thursday held its annual developer conference where it revealed an expanded line of new products and services. Read more…
Tech groups ask Supreme Court to put Texas social media censorship law on hold
Two prominent lobbying groups representing the tech industry's biggest companies are asking the US Supreme Court to step in and block a Texas law that lets the state's residents sue large social media platforms for alleged censorship, two days after a federal appeals court allowed the law to take effect. Read more…
Metro
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker marry in California court
American reality TV star, Kourtney Kardashian, has legally married her drummer boyfriend, Travis Barker. The couple tied the knot at the downtown courthouse in Santa Barbara, California, on Sunday, Daily Mail reported. Read more…
VIDEO: Burna Boy performs at Billboard Music Awards
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has made his debut performance at the Billboard Music Awards which was held in Las Vegas on Sunday night. Read more…
Actress Dorcas Shola-Fapson and stylist drag each other over AMVCA dress debts
Nollywood actress Dorcas Shola-Fapson has been called out by the stylist who dressed her for the Africa Movies Viewers Choice Awards.
The stylist took to his official Instagram page on Sunday, May 15, 2022, where he called out the actress over her debts. Read more…
Karma is real' - Tonto Dikeh reacts to the demolition of ex-boyfriend Kpokpogri's mansion
Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has described the recent demolition of her ex-boyfriend Prince Kpokpogri's house as Karma paying back for his atrocities. The movie star made this known via her Instagram page on Saturday, May 14, 2022. Read more…
Eatery demands compensation for the demolition of the Akwa Ibom branch
The management of Food Affairs Limited located at No 1, Uyo/ Ekpene road, in Ikot Ekpene Local government Area of Akwa Ibom State, has demanded for adequate compensation over its business-building demolished by the state government. Read more…
Quote of the Day
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy."
—Martin Luther King, Jr.