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Did You Know? How the Naira Got Its Name
April 19, 2022
You probably already know that the naira, Nigeria’s official currency, hasn’t always been the country’s legal tender. And if you’re an older citizen or something of a history aficionado, you’ll be aware that it was preceded by the pound. But how did the naira get its name? And who named it? The answer to this … Continue reading Did You Know? How the Naira Got Its Name
Woman You Should Know-Naja’atu Bala Muhammad
April 19, 2022
Background and Education One who is without doubt, a woman of substance, a radical activist, a vocal woman and a force to be reckoned with, Naja’atu Bala Muhammad, also known as Hajia Naja deserves to be mentioned in the rank and file of Nigeria’s foremost women activists and politicians. Born in 1956, in the Central … Continue reading Woman You Should Know-Naja’atu Bala Muhammad
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Social Media Accounts To Follow: 5 Women Who Make International Women’s Day Worth Celebrating
April 19, 2022
In the wake of the International Women’s Day that just passed, here is a list of women who have shown what it is to be strong, independent and enterprising. These women are known for their impact on society and have shown how important a balanced society for both genders is. Kemi Adetiba Kemi Adetiba has … Continue reading Social Media Accounts To Follow: 5 Women Who Make International Women’s Day Worth Celebrating
Political Passivity and Voter Apathy in Nigeria (2)
April 19, 2022
The rescheduled presidential elections which eventually held on February 23rd had a voter turnout at 35% of total registered voters with Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC). But in the just concluded elections on Saturday, March 9th, it is clear that the credibility of elections in Nigeria is on a decline and the voter turnout is widely … Continue reading Political Passivity and Voter Apathy in Nigeria (2)
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Nollywood’s Top 10 Premier Women for International Women’s Day
April 19, 2022
Growing up with the advantage of the TV screen was also an opportunity to be thrilled by the creativity displayed by the movie industry, especially Nollywood. It became so popular that some Millennials contemplated (and many still do) studying Theatre and Films Studies at the university, so they could appear on TV screens and … Continue reading Nollywood’s Top 10 Premier Women for International Women’s Day
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Political Passivity and Voter Apathy in Nigeria (1)
April 19, 2022
Millennials were yet todllers in August 1983 when the elections which ushered in President Shehu Shagari was held. Their parents probably had to leave them at home while they went all out to exercise their franchise. Sadly, the results of that election did not hold to be valid for too long as the civilian administration … Continue reading Political Passivity and Voter Apathy in Nigeria (1)
By adedoyin
Election Blues: Compromises, Alliances & Fallouts
April 19, 2022
There is a dawning of reality which happens after the results of an election have been announced. Candidates, especially those who have lost to a majority vote begin to have flashes of reflection on what they did wrong or where they went wrong. It was on the wings of this pain point of losing that … Continue reading Election Blues: Compromises, Alliances & Fallouts
By adedoyin
Beauty and the Beast: The Kaduna Riots of 2002
April 19, 2022
The lore of the Beauty and the Beast was no longer fairy tale on that fateful day, November 21, 2002, when an allusion Isioma Daniel had made that Prophet Muhammed would have married one of the World contestants competing at the pageant which was slated to hold in Abuja filtered into the hearing of extremists, … Continue reading Beauty and the Beast: The Kaduna Riots of 2002
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SMW Lagos: Day 2 Highlights
April 19, 2022
Day 2 of Social Media Week Lagos 2019 was every bit the captivating affair we were promised. The lineup of events had a brilliant collective undertone that spurred guests to return back to the innovative drawing board. And as is the custom, attendees were presented with the opportunity to interact with industry experts, leaders and … Continue reading SMW Lagos: Day 2 Highlights
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Social Media Roundup: Top Trends Of The Weeks
April 19, 2022
O2 Arena Davido Sunday night, January 27, 2019, will always be a memorable one for Davido and his fans as the singer made history selling out the iconic O2 Arena. Besides Davido, other Nigerian artists have performed at the smaller 02 stages but Wizkid remains the only one to have sold out the main O2 … Continue reading Social Media Roundup: Top Trends Of The Weeks
Do You Know? The 2015 NBA Champion Who Rejected Harvard For Basketball
April 19, 2022
The beauty of basketball is not in the popularity of the game, it is in fact in the heart of the player. All pro scouts and players know this, and this is why Festus Ifeanyi Ezeli is the subject of our Did You Know today. Born in Benin City in 1989, Ezeli, was the model … Continue reading Do You Know? The 2015 NBA Champion Who Rejected Harvard For Basketball
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Video Of The Week: Review Of “God Calling”
April 19, 2022
“God Calling” was one of the movies to make the cut at the end of 2018. The impressive CGI portrayed in its trailer got many talking, and since it landed in cinemas, reviews have been pouring in about various aspects of the movie. It is not hard to see why this movie is doing well … Continue reading Video Of The Week: Review Of “God Calling”
How Nigerian Residents Adopt Smart Card Technology
April 19, 2022
Smart cards have, over the years, gained popularity in several countries of the world. It is very likely you have used this card one way or the other while carrying out transactions or engaging in some other activity. The benefits are endless; it also has few limitations that has reduced its usage in some locations. … Continue reading How Nigerian Residents Adopt Smart Card Technology
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Origin of Nigerian Foods: Tuwo Shinkafa
April 19, 2022
Variety is said to be the spice of life. Cultural foods reflect the geography, history and traditions of a people. The traditional foods in Nigeria are as diverse as the ethnic groups that make up the country. Northern Nigeria is predominantly occupied by the Hausa, one of the three major ethnic groups in Nigeria. The … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Tuwo Shinkafa
Did You Know? Nigeria’s Time-Honored Football League
April 19, 2022
Arsenal’s big game against Chelsea clashed with the Presidential debate on Saturday, and many Nigerians chose to rather watch the riveting game that saw the Gunners school The Blues without mercy than watch the presidential candidates debate the future of our nation. Back in the day, our local football had this exact great hold on … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria’s Time-Honored Football League
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