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Did You Know? Discover Nigeria

Do You Know: First Nigerian Nuclear Physicist – Frank Nwachukwu Ndili

April 19, 2022

  Frank Nwachukwu Ndili was born on the 6th of October, 1934. He was the 1st Nigerian Nuclear Physicist and the 7th Vice Chancellor (President) of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He served as Vice Chancellor (President) of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka from 1980 until he was succeeded by Professor Chimere Ikoku in 1985. … Continue reading Do You Know: First Nigerian Nuclear Physicist – Frank Nwachukwu Ndili

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Do You Know? Emmanuel Arinze Ifeajuna Was The First Black African To Win A Gold Medal At An International Sports Event

April 19, 2022

  An Igbo from Onitsha, Anambra State, he was a science graduate of the University College of Ibadan and became involved in politics, later joining the military.  Emmanuel Arinze Ifeajuna was a Nigerian army major and high jumper. He was the first Black African to win a gold medal at an international sports event when … Continue reading Do You Know? Emmanuel Arinze Ifeajuna Was The First Black African To Win A Gold Medal At An International Sports Event

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Did You Know: 8 Places To Go Dancing In Lagos

April 19, 2022

Ever traveled to a new town in search of an exciting activity? Well, you can get that experience from dancing, social dancing. You can learn how to dance salsa, urban line dance, or even Kizomba just for the fun of it. There are specific places where you can use your dancing shoes and have fun. … Continue reading Did You Know: 8 Places To Go Dancing In Lagos

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Did You Know: Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Crisis Averted

April 19, 2022

On Saturday, 7th May 2022, activities at Benin Airport were at a feverish pace. Passengers flocked in from Delta state amidst tales of an impending shutdown of airline operations by May 9th, 2022. Earlier last week, NUATE, ANAP, and AUPCTRE had sent word out that they were set for a two-day strike on behalf of … Continue reading Did You Know: Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Crisis Averted

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Did You Know That Taslim Olawale Elias Was The First African To Earn A PhD In Law From The University Of London?

April 19, 2022

Elias was born into the traditional aristocracy of Lagos, then the capital of Nigeria, on 11 November 1914. Taslim Olawale Elias received his secondary education at the Church Missionary Society Grammar School and Igbobi College in Lagos. He married Ganiat Yetunde Fowosere, and the couple would have five children together (three sons, two daughters). After … Continue reading Did You Know That Taslim Olawale Elias Was The First African To Earn A PhD In Law From The University Of London?

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Aviation Did You Know? Discover Nigeria

Have You Heard Of The New Aviation Spring Alliance?

April 19, 2022

An alliance in the aviation industry is an agreement between two or more airlines to cooperate or form a partnership for a purpose. Over the years, there have been different global airline alliances. Such as Skyteam alliance, Oneworld alliance, Value alliance, Vanilla alliance, U-Fly alliance, and Star Alliance. Read more about Did you know? Lufthansa, … Continue reading Have You Heard Of The New Aviation Spring Alliance?

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Did You Know? Food

7 Ways To Jazz Up Your Oats Porridge

April 19, 2022

Oat porridge is a staple in my home. It meets my breakfast requirement of easy, quick and nutritious. So, I make it at least twice a week. Last week, one of my husband’s friends visited. At breakfast the next morning, I asked him if he’d like to have his buttered toast with Quaker oats, tea … Continue reading 7 Ways To Jazz Up Your Oats Porridge

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Warm Springs In Nigeria You Should Know

April 19, 2022

  There are many springs in Nigeria. Only a few of them are warm. A warm spring is a naturally occurring thermal spring with a temperature of up to 37 degrees centigrade (37°c).  Read more about Did you know? In ancient times, people used warm springs as therapy against joint pains, musculoskeletal issues, and even … Continue reading Warm Springs In Nigeria You Should Know

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Did You Know? Tourism

Did You Know: 5 Places To Visit In Gombe State

April 19, 2022

  Every time we hear of Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, etc. But there are many other states in Nigeria that are worth visiting. For instance, Gombe State. This State’s slogan is the Jewel of Savannah. Read more about Did you know? Gombe State used to be an emirate under the Sokoto Caliphate in the pre-Nigeria … Continue reading Did You Know: 5 Places To Visit In Gombe State

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Side Tips For Your Parents’ Christmas Menu

April 19, 2022

  Christmas is a season steeped in traditions. We buy and give gifts, decorate and light the Christmas tree, sing carols, cook together and have a good time in general. Guess what? The beautiful thing about these traditions is that in honouring them, we create memories that warm the heart long after the season is … Continue reading Side Tips For Your Parents’ Christmas Menu

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Did You Know That Yoruba Actor, Orlando Martins Had A Brazilian Father?

April 19, 2022

  The great Nigerian film and stage actor Orlando Martins was one of Britain’s most prominent and leading black actors. As a matter of fact, a poll conducted in 1947, had Martins listed amongst Britain’s top 15 favourite actors. This celebrity of a man was a pioneering Yoruba Nigerian film and stage actor who was … Continue reading Did You Know That Yoruba Actor, Orlando Martins Had A Brazilian Father?

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Did You Know? Law

Do You Know: The Procedural Framework For Alternative Dispute Resolution In Nigeria?

April 19, 2022

  The Alternative Dispute Resolution is established to resolve certain disputes arising from labour, employment, industrial relations, workplace, etc, between parties using the process of mediation and/or conciliation. Read more about Do you know? There is an Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre that uses mediation and/or conciliation technique(s) to assist parties to resolve their dispute and … Continue reading Do You Know: The Procedural Framework For Alternative Dispute Resolution In Nigeria?

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Men You Should Know: Ejike Mbaka – ‘Father Mbaka’

April 19, 2022

  Reverend Father Ejike Camillus Anthony Ebenezer Mbaka is no stranger to mainstream Nigerian media or headlines. Popularly known as “Father Mbaka”, he is a Catholic Priest of Enugu Dioceses, the Parish Priest of Christ the King Parish GRA Enugu and the founder and Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministries Enugu Nigeria (AMEN). Read more about … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Ejike Mbaka – ‘Father Mbaka’

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Agriculture Did You Know? ECONOMY Top 10

Do You Know? Nigeria’s Top 10 Agricultural Commodities

April 19, 2022

  Agriculture is still the single biggest contributor to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product. In the first quarter of 2021, it constituted almost 22% of the country’s economic output, valued in monetary terms. Read more about Did you know? Much of what’s produced in this sector ends up on the plates of Nigerians. Subsistence and commercial … Continue reading Do You Know? Nigeria’s Top 10 Agricultural Commodities

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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?

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