Love Struck, Clichés, and Unexpected Twists
Bo shares her story about being love-struck and unexpected twists on the journey to true love
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CategoriesOur Stories ArticlesNot So Beautiful in Lagos
Godwin Nkasi shares his story on the trials and tribulations of dating in Lagos.
CategoriesOur Stories Coming OutMy Journey to Authenticity
Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, I was always known for my vivacious spirit and infectious laughter. I had a close-knit family, and they cherished me for who they believed I was. But I carried a secret that had burdened me for years. From a young age, I knew I was different. I had felt it […]
CategoriesOpen Call Our StoriesCall for Submissions: Open Call
It is mid-year and we have decided to make an open call for queer stories from queer writers. We are still dedicated to sharing diverse, impactful, and authentic stories from LGBTQ+ writers about anything and everything. We are open to receiving Fiction, Poetry, Creative Non-Fiction, Personal Essays, Fun Listicles, and any writing with a literary […]
CategoriesComing Out Our StoriesThe Wind in my Closet
I found myself in a closet yesterdayAnd it felt nothing like NarniaI was faced with the horrors of doomAnd crawling in there are the faces of gloomI see hungry claws and fangs in the darkAnd they are thirsty for blood – my bloodWith all might, I try to take flightBut I am repressed by the […]
CategoriesComing Out Our StoriesCall for Submissions: Coming Out
We are pleased to announce the theme for April and May 2019 submissions on this platform as “Coming Out”. Have you come out? Do you plan to come out in the future? Have you had a failed attempt at coming out? Do you have thoughts around the concept of coming out? We want to share […]
SaferNudes Call for interest
Safer Nudes Nigeria is calling on queer individuals in Lagos and Abujawho are interested in participating in a one-day meeting to discuss in real time and find solutions to: Safer ways of meeting dates online and offline Sending nudes safely Dealing with revenge porn, blackmail, and extortion Avoiding Kito and other stories that touch Interested […]
CategoriesFirst Love Our StoriesThis Message Was Deleted
It’s your birthday and for some reason, I decided to break the silence and send you a happy birthday message. I am so sure you will ignore it. I am lazing around the house when my phone vibrates. It’s a message from you. “I still remember how you smell, your scent.” I read those words […]