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Nigerian Woyin Dorgu Is the Church of England’s First Black Bishop In 20 Years
April 19, 2022
The Church of England has appointed Woyin Karowei Dorgu, a Nigerian-born Anglican priest, and former doctor, as one of its bishops. This move makes Dorgu the first black bishop of the church in 20 years and only the second in its history and raises the proportion of minority ethnic clergy in the English church’s hierarchy. Dorgu, … Continue reading Nigerian Woyin Dorgu Is the Church of England’s First Black Bishop In 20 Years
Union Bank Partners with LEAP Africa to Support Young Social Innovators
April 19, 2022
Union Bank, Nigeria’s leading innovative bank, has been announced as the official sponsor of the Social Innovators Programme and Awards 2016. This announcement was made during a press conference at the Union Bank headquarters on 25 October 2016. Partnering with Leap Africa, Union Bank’s sponsorship is part of the bank’s intention to support youths with … Continue reading Union Bank Partners with LEAP Africa to Support Young Social Innovators
Nigeria @56: President Buhari’s Independence Day Address
April 19, 2022
Today – 1st October is a day of celebration for us Nigerians. On this day, 56 years ago our people achieved the most important of all human desires – freedom and independence. We should all therefore give thanks and pray for our founding fathers without whose efforts and toil we would not reap the bounties … Continue reading Nigeria @56: President Buhari’s Independence Day Address
Top 10 Facts About Nigeria You Probably Didn’t Know
April 19, 2022
Several facts about Nigeria have been mysteriously overlooked or poorly mentioned but with today’s modern technological advances they might come to light. Here are a few facts about Nigeria you probably didn’t know: We are home to one of the oldest records of life. According to modern day archaeologists, Nigeria has a history of human … Continue reading Top 10 Facts About Nigeria You Probably Didn’t Know
Confessions of an ‘Aje Butter’: Redefining What It Means to Be Foreign
April 19, 2022
Murtala Mohammed Airport is a portal into a different universe. Time moves slower and yet faster, queues stretch for hours, luggage crawls out onto luggage revolvers at snail’s pace yet bodies pulse and writhe in thick crowds, flies are abuzz and landing on any given surface, children scream over toys and adults scream louder over … Continue reading Confessions of an ‘Aje Butter’: Redefining What It Means to Be Foreign
Discover Nigeria: Ebonyi State- Salt of the Nation
April 19, 2022
Located in the Southeastern geopolitical zone of Nigeria is Ebonyi State, created in 1996. Named “Salt of the Nation” because of huge salt deposit in famous salt lakes, it is peopled by the Igbos. The state is divided into thirteen local government areas which include Abakaliki, Afikpo South, Afikpo North, Ebonyi, Effium, Ezza, Ezza South, … Continue reading Discover Nigeria: Ebonyi State- Salt of the Nation
#CNHighlights: Unforgettable Moments in Nigeria in 2015
April 19, 2022
There have been tremendous highs and some lows for Nigeria in 2015. For me, the biggest news and the top highlight of the year would be the Presidential election conducted by Attahiru Jega led INEC on March 28th 2015. The election saw a sitting President and ruling party losing an election for the first time … Continue reading #CNHighlights: Unforgettable Moments in Nigeria in 2015
3 Interesting Book Festivals in Nigeria to Attend Every Year
April 19, 2022
“If you want to hide something from a black man, put it in a book.” Although this statement may be a bit exaggerated, it rings true for many Africans. Which is why in a bid to promote the reading culture amongst Nigerians as well as encourage them to tell their stories, history and preserve their … Continue reading 3 Interesting Book Festivals in Nigeria to Attend Every Year
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7 Unforgettable Places to Visit in Nigeria on Independence Day
April 19, 2022
You’re familiar the wise saying: “Fail to plan and plan to fail,” right? It’s a statement we have heard time and time again from as far back as our childhood. Now, let’s apply this same principle to the Independence Day celebration coming up tomorrow. Imagine watching this highly anticipated holiday pass you by, all because you … Continue reading 7 Unforgettable Places to Visit in Nigeria on Independence Day
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President Buhari Addresses United Nations General Assembly
April 19, 2022
Last week, we reported Mr. President’s intended visit to New York, United States for the UN 70th General Assembly. Well, not only did our dear President attend the gathering, he also gave a speech on behalf of all Nigerians. In case you missed this presentation by President Buhari, please read it below: Excellencies, ladies and … Continue reading President Buhari Addresses United Nations General Assembly
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Meet David Oyelowo’s Adorable Dad, Stephen
April 19, 2022
Nigerian-British actor, David Oyelowo recently stopped by at the Jimmy Fallon’s The Tonight Show with a surprise guest. His father, Stephen Oyelowo was seated in the audience, and being the dapper gentleman that he is, he was quick to give two standing ovations in a row to a cheering crowd. Check out the adorable moment here: … Continue reading Meet David Oyelowo’s Adorable Dad, Stephen
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National Hospital Live-Tweets Surgery
April 19, 2022
Exactly 22 hours ago, a message was posted on the twitter handle of the National Hospital, Abuja about an open heart surgery (Ventricular Septal Defect repair) happening live at the Trauma Centre, at the hospital in Abuja. Dating as far back as 2012, several hospitals have taken to live-tweeting their surgery sessions to educate the … Continue reading National Hospital Live-Tweets Surgery
Remembering Samuel Okwaraji, Nigeria’s Most Legendary Footballer
April 19, 2022
The Nigeria Football Federation has directed that Samuel Okwaraji’s portrait should be carried round the 8 venues of the 2015 Federation Cup quarter final fixtures today in remembrance of him. The venues are Enugu, Benin City, Neros Stadium, Oleh, Lokoja, Abuja, Ilorin and Makurdi. On this day August 12, 1989, he collapsed and died of congestive heart … Continue reading Remembering Samuel Okwaraji, Nigeria’s Most Legendary Footballer
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Let’s Break Guinness World Records for Breast Cancer
April 19, 2022
The Light Lagos Pink Campaign invites you to make history with 12,000 other Nigerians against a public menace, breast cancer. In a 2013 Vanguard News report, The Medical Director of Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, Dr. Femi Olaleye stated to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in an interview that breast cancer kills one in every 25 Nigerian … Continue reading Let’s Break Guinness World Records for Breast Cancer
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World’s Biggest Fitness Franchise for Ladies Only Opens in Lagos
April 19, 2022
The fitness and wellness industry in Nigeria witnessed the break of a new dawn during the weekend, with the entry of the world’s biggest fitness franchise, Curves International, when they commissioned their first Nigerian outlet in Lekki, Lagos State. Curves, which is a ladies-only fitness and weight-loss outfit, is also reputed to be the fastest growing … Continue reading World’s Biggest Fitness Franchise for Ladies Only Opens in Lagos
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