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Christian Did You Know? Gospel Music

15th May 2025

Though often performed in worship contexts, Ise Oluwa’s genesis lies not in formal liturgy but in the Yoruba tradition of lullabies. The melodic simplicity and reassuring lyrics made it a staple of maternal care long before choirmasters transcribed it for church choirs. This article examines, the lullaby roots that nourished its earliest life, and the … Continue reading Ise Oluwa: the Nigerian gospel classic whose origin is tied to a lullaby

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Christian Did You Know? Gospel Music

Neon Adejo’s near-death experience (surviving a critical electrocution three years before) became the spiritual and creative catalyst for his March 2021 EP Songs of Gratitude, most notably the anthem “Eze Ebube.” In interviews, Adejo recounted how, lying unconscious, he promised God lifelong service if spared, a vow that reshaped his lyrical focus toward surrender, worship, … Continue reading How a Nigerian Gospel Artist’s Near-Death Experience Shaped His Album

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Social Media

14th May 2025

  In a country as diverse and culturally rich as Nigeria, generic content often falls flat. Brands that want to connect with Nigerian audiences need to do more than just show up online. They need to speak the language, understand the local context, and reflect the everyday realities of their audience. That is where localised … Continue reading The Importance of Localised Content in Social Media Marketing

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Social Media

  WhatsApp is more than just a messaging app in Nigeria. For many people, it is a digital gathering space, a classroom, a market, and even a support system. WhatsApp groups have quietly become one of the most influential tools for building and maintaining communities across the country. Read more about Social Media Whether it … Continue reading The Role of WhatsApp Groups in Building Communities in Nigeria

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BUSINESS

  E-commerce in Nigeria has grown rapidly over the past few years, thanks to mobile internet access, shifting consumer habits, and the rise of digital payments. Social media has played a key role in the growth of Nigerian e-commerce brands, offering a cost-effective way to engage customers. Read more about Social Media But visibility alone … Continue reading Social Media Strategies for Nigerian E-commerce Brands

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Social Media Tourism

  Social media has become one of the most powerful tools for promoting travel and tourism. In Nigeria, it is helping to showcase destinations that were once overlooked or underrepresented. From the rolling hills of Obudu to the beaches of Lagos, local creators and travel enthusiasts are using platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and X … Continue reading The Role of Social Media in Promoting Local Nigerian Tourism

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BUSINESS Social Media

  TikTok is no longer just an app for dance challenges and viral skits. It has quickly become one of the most powerful platforms for digital marketing, with over a billion users globally and a fast-growing Nigerian audience. While many brands in Nigeria still focus on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, TikTok offers a unique opportunity … Continue reading Why Nigerian Brands Should Invest in TikTok for Business Growth

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Social Media

  When it comes to growing a brand on social media, one of the most common questions is whether to focus on organic strategies or invest in paid ads. Both options can be effective, but they serve different purposes and work best when used with the right mindset. Read more about Social Media Organic growth … Continue reading Organic or Paid Growth for Social Media Marketing?

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BUSINESS

13th May 2025

  Port Harcourt is one of Nigeria’s largest cities, and the chief economic centre of the country’s southernmost region. It has achieved this status largely due to the role it’s played in Nigeria’s oil industry. But most of its residents don’t work in that sector. Many of them have to decide what the best businesses … Continue reading 6 Best Businesses to Start in Port Harcourt

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Finance

  Peer-to-peer (P2P) loans are one of several alternatives to credit offered by traditional financial institutions. The startups and companies that make this possible do so by connecting individual lenders to borrowers, whether they’re other individuals or businesses. This presents a real opportunity to earn significant interest as a lender, if you know how to … Continue reading How to Make Money with P2P Lending Platforms in Nigeria

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Opportunities

  The Future Pathways Development Initiative (FPDI) Policy Challenge is now open to entries. If you’re a student at a Nigerian university who’s interested in proposing a change to government policy that could drive unity and positive social transformation, you may consider applying for this opportunity. Read more about Opportunities The Future Pathways Development Initiative … Continue reading ₦2 Million Prize on Offer in the Future Pathways Development Initiative Policy Challenge

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Opportunities

  Applications for the 2025/2026 edition of the FATE Foundation Scholar Program are currently open. This initiative exists to provide financial support to entrepreneurial students who have recently been offered admission at an accredited public tertiary institution. It is particularly designed for persons whose studies will be in the STEAM domains (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, … Continue reading Apply for the FATE Foundation Scholar Program 2025/2026 for Nigerian Students

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Opportunities

  The Mandela Institute for Development Studies (MINDS) is inviting Africans from all over the continent to apply to its postgraduate scholarship program. It’s aimed at supporting students who want to study in an African state other than their home country. If you have completed undergraduate studies and are seeking to further your academic pursuits … Continue reading Apply for the MINDS Scholarship Program 2025 for African Students

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EDUCATION TECH

Chemistry education in Nigeria has long been constrained by overcrowded classrooms, limited reagents, and aging laboratory infrastructure, which impede hands-on learning and conceptual mastery. Traditional practical sessions often leave students with superficial recollections rather than deep understanding, and safety concerns further limit the scope of experiments that can be conducted in underfunded schools. In response, … Continue reading The Influence of Virtual Reality Labs on Chemistry Education in Nigerian

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EDUCATION TECH

Nigeria’s educational landscape faces enduring challenges in writing instruction, from large class sizes that limit individualized attention to inconsistent feedback loops that hamper student progress. Traditional teacher-centered models often struggle to provide timely, detailed commentary on grammar, coherence, and style, leaving many learners without the sustained support required to build strong writing habits. In response, … Continue reading How AI-Driven Feedback is Improving Writing Skills for Nigerians

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TECH

In recent years, Nigeria’s digital newsletter landscape has undergone significant expansion, driven by advancements in ICT infrastructure, the emergence of locally tailored platforms, and the quest for new monetization models. This article examines the historical evolution and principal catalysts behind the growth of digital newsletters in Nigeria, the evolving monetization strategies and platform innovations, and … Continue reading Investigating the Growth of Digital Newsletters in Nigeria

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TECH

In the digital publishing era, Nigerian writers have harnessed a suite of platforms and strategies (ranging from self-publishing tools to new media hubs and social network engagement) to reach audiences both at home and abroad. They have transitioned from relying solely on traditional print to embracing marketplaces like Substack and Amazon KDP, leveraged the editorial … Continue reading How Nigerian Writers are Thriving in the Digital Publishing Era

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BUSINESS

  The belief that there’s “no money to be made from history” is so widespread that it’s become a default position for the vast majority of people. Enthusiasts of the subject often lament that it’s not going to fetch them their daily bread. But what if I told you that there are many business ideas … Continue reading 6 Business Ideas for History Lovers in Nigeria

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CAREER

12th May 2025

  Many Nigerians dream about being hired by companies located elsewhere in the world. They’re thinking about the advantages: getting paid higher wages and in more stable currencies (the dollar, pound, or Euro, for example), and the comforts of working remotely. But only a few know how to land a full-time remote job with an … Continue reading How to Land a Full-Time Remote Job with an International Company

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Scholarships

  The Mastercard Foundation has partnered with Arizona State University to offer fully funded professional certificate scholarships for African citizens. These online, self-paced programs develop in-demand skills in global management or supply chain management, with credits that can transfer toward future master’s degrees. Certificate completers will automatically be considered for fully-funded online master’s degree scholarships. … Continue reading Arizona State University-Mastercard Foundation Graduate Certificate Scholars Program 2025/2026

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Opportunities

  Africa CDC is launching its 2025 Biomanufacturing Fellowship Program, a distinguished initiative designed to develop critical competencies among professionals currently employed in Africa’s biomanufacturing sector. This program aligns with the Vaccine Research & Development and Manufacturing Competency Frameworks established by the Africa CDC. Read more about Opportunities The fellowship spans two years, offering participants … Continue reading AfricaCDC Biomanufacturing Fellowship Program 2025

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Opportunities

  The FATE Scholar Program (FSP), an initiative by FATE Giving, is now accepting applications for the 2025/2026 academic year. This program supports enterprising and innovative Nigerian students pursuing undergraduate STEAM degrees (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) at accredited public tertiary institutions across Nigeria. Who Can Apply? Candidates must: Be Nigerian citizens. Demonstrate academic … Continue reading FATE Scholar Program 2025/2026

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Grants

The Cartier Women’s Initiative invites applications from women impact entrepreneurs seeking to scale their ventures and enhance their social impact. This prestigious program offers comprehensive support, including: Read more about Grants Financial capital: Grants of up to $100,000 to expand your impact-driven business. Human capital: Leadership development, skills training, and personalised mentorship. Social capital: Media … Continue reading Apply for The Cartier Women’s Initiative 2025

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Christian Gospel Music

In the vibrant tapestry of Nigerian daily devotion, music often serves as a bridge between personal experience and divine encounter. Folabi Nuel’s song “Mo Wa Dupe” (“I Have Come to Give You Thanks”) encapsulates this bridge, inviting believers to reflect on God’s goodness through testimony, worship, and gratitude. Grounded in biblical truth, its lyrics resonate … Continue reading Inspiration and Devotion: “Mo Wa Dupe” by Folabi Nuel

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Christian Gospel Music

In the rhythm of Nigerian daily devotion, songs that echo Scripture become catalysts for deepened faith and spiritual growth. Marizu’s “Masterpiece” proclaims truths of identity, empowerment, and rest in God, weaving personal worship with biblical conviction. By aligning its lyrics with the Bible, believers can draw strength, hope, and faithfulness into their quiet times. This … Continue reading Inspiration and Devotion: “Masterpiece” by Marizu

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Christian Gospel Music

Tosin Martins is a Nigerian gospel artiste whose music seamlessly bridges contemporary gospel with traditional Yoruba and pan-African sounds. Born in Lagos as the youngest of six children, he initially pursued a law degree at the University of Lagos before dedicating himself fully to music and ministry. His journey (from singing in church choirs to … Continue reading Artiste Spotlight: Tosin Martins

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Christian Gospel Music

Sola Allyson-Obaniyi (professionally known as Sola Allyson) is celebrated for her warm alto voice and poetic songwriting that fuses soul, folk, and gospel into a distinctly Nigerian soundscape. Born in Ikorodu, Lagos State, she first garnered widespread attention as the voice behind Eji Owuro, a soundtrack album whose title track became an enduring anthem in … Continue reading Artiste Spotlight: Sola Allyson

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Christian Gospel Music

“Utterance” by Ibukun Moshoba is a concise yet profound Nigerian gospel composition that underscores the believer’s longing for divinely inspired worship. Through its repetitive invocation of musical elements and spiritual gifts, the song invites an exploration of how praise, the work of the Holy Spirit, and participation in heavenly worship converge to shape the believer’s … Continue reading Behind the Lyrics: “Utterance” by Ibukun Moshoba

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Christian Gospel Music

The Nigerian gospel song “As It Is In Heaven” by Teecee featuring Sir Bukax encapsulates a rich tapestry of theological themes, drawing believers into a deeper understanding of divine mercy, worship, and the anticipation of God’s Kingdom. Through its concise yet profound lyrics, the song invites listeners to experience heavenly realities on earth, anchors worship … Continue reading Behind the Lyrics: “As It Is In Heaven” by Teecee ft. Sir Bukax

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Travel

10th May 2025

Women around the world are exploring new destinations on their own. However, when it comes to solo female travel, safety is an important factor to consider. While traveling alone can be incredibly rewarding, it’s also crucial to take certain precautions to make sure you stay safe and enjoy your trip to the fullest.   Let’s … Continue reading Solo Female Travel: Safety Tips

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