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Kenneth Onwuka Dike: The first Nigerian Vice-Chancellor Of The Nation’s Premier College, The University Of Ibadan
April 19, 2022
Kenneth Onwuka Dike was born on 17 December 1917. He was a Nigerian educationist, Igbo Nigerian historian and the first Nigerian Vice-Chancellor of the nation’s premier college, the University of Ibadan. During the Nigerian civil war, he moved to Harvard University. Read more about Men you should know He was a founder of the … Continue reading Kenneth Onwuka Dike: The first Nigerian Vice-Chancellor Of The Nation’s Premier College, The University Of Ibadan
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Men You Should Know: Francis Arinze
April 19, 2022
Francis Arinze was born on the 1st of November 1932. He is a Nigerian Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. He was Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments from 2002 to 2008. Read more about Men you should know He has been the Cardinal Bishop of Velletri-Segni … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Francis Arinze
By jeremiah
Nigerians In History: Philomena Obiageliuwa Uyanwah
April 19, 2022
Philomena Obiageliuwa Uyanwah known as Doctor Philomena was born on the 28th of March 28, 1938. She was a Nigerian doctor who was Chief Medical Officer in Biafra during the Nigeria-Biafran war. Read more about Nigerians In History She was a fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and an adviser to … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Philomena Obiageliuwa Uyanwah
By jeremiah
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Did You Know That Michael Okpara Was Nigeria’s Youngest Premier?
April 19, 2022
Michael Iheonukara Okpara, born 25 December 1920, was a Nigerian politician and Premier of Eastern Nigeria from 1959 to 1966. At 39, he was the nation’s youngest Premier. Read more about Do you know? He was a strong advocate of what he called “pragmatic socialism” and believed that agricultural reform was crucial to the … Continue reading Did You Know That Michael Okpara Was Nigeria’s Youngest Premier?
By jeremiah
Fact Friday: The Swinging Foreign Debt Profile Of States
April 19, 2022
The external debt profile of states in Nigeria has always generated concerns by those who evaluate the future implications of it. In recent years, amidst the global glut in revenue being allocated from the crude oil earning of the country, states have been struggling to meet up with their financial obligations. And so many … Continue reading Fact Friday: The Swinging Foreign Debt Profile Of States
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As Seen On Twitter: Final Say Faith
April 19, 2022
Still in the spirit of Easter, the person of Christ and the faith in the finished work on the cross of calvary, Twitter was set alive with stunning revelations from the popular businessman, musician, and politician, Bankole Wellington (Banky W) and his beautiful actress wife, Adesua Etomi – Wellington. Read more about Social Media It … Continue reading As Seen On Twitter: Final Say Faith
As Seen On Twitter: A Good Shepherd
April 19, 2022
Today is Good Friday all over the world. It is a day marked by Christians in remembrance of the sacrifice made by Jesus Christ for mankind. Christ left his heavenly and perfect abode and dwelt amongst imperfect men in order to redeem them and bring them back into the marvellous light of the father. Read … Continue reading As Seen On Twitter: A Good Shepherd
2023 Elections: Voters’ Registration Set To Commence On June 28
April 19, 2022
As plans for the 2023 elections commences, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise will resume on June 28, 2021. Read more about Politics This information was made public by the Chairman of INEC, Mahmood Yakubu, on Thursday, April 1, 2021, in Abuja while addressing journalists. … Continue reading 2023 Elections: Voters’ Registration Set To Commence On June 28
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Did You Know? General Information About Nigeria Every Visitor Should Know
April 19, 2022
Have you ever considered visiting a country but don’t know a thing about it? Or maybe all you know is from the media. Most times, travellers browse the internet for useful information about a country they plan to visit so they can make better decisions. Read more about Travel and Tourism Already we’ve written … Continue reading Did You Know? General Information About Nigeria Every Visitor Should Know
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Okoi Arikpo: The First West African To Be Awarded A Doctorate Degree In Philosophy In Anthropology
April 19, 2022
Early Life and Education Dr Okoi Arikpo was a Chemist, Anthropologist, Lawyer, Politician and Diplomat. He was born in Ugep in 1916 and died in 1995. He was born in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State. He was educated at the famous Hope Waddell Training Institute, Calabar. Dr Arikpo was a distinguished … Continue reading Okoi Arikpo: The First West African To Be Awarded A Doctorate Degree In Philosophy In Anthropology
By jeremiah
Brands We Love: Wemy Industries
April 19, 2022
Wemy Industries is one of Nigeria’s oldest and most prominent manufacturers of hygiene and sanitary goods. They are known for their flagship products, the Dr Brown pads and diapers, and the Nightingale adult care pads. Read more about Brands we love The company straddles the healthcare and Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industries. This … Continue reading Brands We Love: Wemy Industries
Tour Deals To Look Out For
April 19, 2022
There are some incredible deals you need to look out for this period. They include: Travel Begins At Home Monday is not a monster. Relax and have fun with Monday Beach Bumon on the 29th March from 10 am- 4:30 pm for N4,499. If you work from home, you can do so on the beach … Continue reading Tour Deals To Look Out For
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Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: The Kagoro People
April 19, 2022
The Kagoro people can be found in modern-day Kaduna state. It is believed that their ancestors fled from the Plateau to escape war, moving to the Kagoro rock by way of Assop and Nimbio in the Plateau Province. At Nimbio their food supply was coco-yam, acha (Digitaria Exilis), red sorrel, and inferior yam. Read more … Continue reading Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: The Kagoro People
By jeremiah
Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: The Gure People
April 19, 2022
The word “Gure” is a Fulani word meaning “Zango” or “Ruga”. When translated into Hausa language, it means a human settlement. Gure people call themselves “Agbiri” which means “the men.” They are found mostly in Lere and Kauru local government areas of Kaduna State. Read more about Ethnic groups in Nigeria Gure is an ethnic … Continue reading Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: The Gure People
By jeremiah
History Trivia: Alvan Ikoku – A short Biography
April 19, 2022
Alvan Azinna Ikoku is Nigeria’s most storied educator but many do not seem to know much about him apart from being the head on the ten naira note– a sad fall-out of Nigeria’s disregard for its own past, unfortunately. Today’s trivia will have to do with the man himself, however. Read more about History … Continue reading History Trivia: Alvan Ikoku – A short Biography
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