From YouTube University to Professional DMV Photographer – Femi Abolude

October 2, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof4 Comments

My brother is a famous photographer y’all! Like, if you Google “top Nigerian wedding photographers”, it’ll be Femi Abolude, then some other random ones like Jide Alakija. Go argue with whoever.

I had the best interview with Femi, and at the end, I so badly wished I had properly recorded our conversation as a podcast; mostly so you could hear his passion, but also because Femi’s Warri sense of humor would have you rolling on the floor. If you need inspiration for WHATEVER it is you are working on, trust me, you want to read every word of Femi’s story. So relax, grab your fanta chapman, and enjoy.

CBS Featured Me! JK. New Show, Bob Hearts Abishola, is on CBS.

September 19, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof15 Comments

My people, join me in welcoming Nigeria to American sitcom television! If you haven’t already heard, there’s a new romantic comedy coming to CBS on Monday, 9/23/2019 at 8pm EST called Bob Hearts Abishola.

When It’s Time To Step Away From The “For Better or Worse” Commitment

September 11, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof7 Comments

Recently, a wedding photo of a beautiful couple on Facebook caught my eyes. I read the caption, and it was something like this. Fine-guy met fine-girl at work, fine-guy liked fine-girl, their families thought they were charming, and so fine-guy married fine-girl. Only problem was fine-guy was a low key wéré under disguise.

Dear Husband, But Why?!?

August 28, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof20 Comments

I have 3 proven scripture-based principles and strategies backed up with experience, that will guarantee a long lasting, happy marriage. Jk, scratch that. I’m just sharing some funny stories from my relationship with Seyi. What the devil thought would break us only made us stronger (take that satan!).

Seyi read this draft and said that I added an entire box of salt and pepper, plus maggi cubes and yaji, to these stories. So I asked him to write his own version to append to mine, but he put me on iscoming. So ladies and gentlemen, I get the pleasure of telling my one-sided story, and I know you all will believe me of course.

My Dear Two Dozen Meatpies, RIP.

August 14, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof16 Comments

Earlier this summer, I ordered some meat pies from a naija caterer, popularly called aunty Sidi, because I can’t come and kee myself on top of this #fitfam matter. Two whole dozens I ordered, so I could chop this life and store the leftovers in my freezer for future enjoyment. I got to aunty Sidi’s house to pick up my order, and I was shook. Guys…there was stuff EVERYWHERE! The house couldn’t possibly accommodate any more random things; unless maybe the one little couch in the living room that was spared.

What Happened at the Wedding Recital Dinner (Short Story)

July 31, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof11 Comments

“Wow, this has got to be the most beautiful wedding recital dinner I’ve ever attended. This is pure glam! I can only imagine what heaven will look like if we can make earth this beautiful,” says Turu.

Akanbi laughs. “I told you Wole don’t play. He makes me look like the poorer cousin.”

From Hobby to Money. How My Sister is Killing it With Her Side Gig

July 17, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof24 Comments

If you like me, are always scouting ways to supplement your income, I’ve got some inspiration for you from Kemi – my very own egbon mi ~~l’eko~~ ni Baltimore. She’s only two-ish years older than me, but she’s like my mini mama because ori won wanbe…too much wisdom in her head.

How the Response to Sexual Assault Victims can be Worse than the Act Itself

June 29, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof17 Comments

I woke up on Friday to see a bunch of posts on my Instagram timeline with hashtag #istandwithbusola. My heart started to race a bit faster as I read to find out Busola Dakolo had released an interview where she confessed that Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of COZA church allegedly raped her twice at age 17. If you know us Nigerians, you know we neither sleep nor slumber, and as I expected, the Naija community was all over social media to put our full ignorance on display.

Why You Won’t Catch Me Eating Amala + 5 Other Things I’m Currently Afraid To Do

June 19, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof31 Comments

Do you have that one random thing that you really want to do, but have held back doing for whatever reason? You’re not alone. There are 6 things that I really want to do, but somehow, I have not done them, and I really don’t know if I ever will. I think my reasons are legitimate, but I’ll let you be the judge when you see my list. Let’s dive right in.

The “My Children Will Take Care of Me” Retirement Plan

June 5, 2019May 5, 2020 Abisola Shof12 Comments

Iya ‘Riyike is 56 years old and has had a catering business in Nigeria for 25 years. What started out as a small gig out of her kitchen on random weekends here and there has grown to employ twelve full time staff. Now she gets tons of bookings several months in advance for corporate and owanbe social events.