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#EndSARS: Athletes React To Lekki Massacre
April 19, 2022
Following the killings of innocent Nigerian protesters at the Lekki toll gate, Lagos State, on the night of Tuesday, October 20, 2020, sportsmen and women all over the world have continued to lend their voices to the plight of the Nigerian peaceful protesters who had nothing but placards to demonstrate against police brutality in … Continue reading #EndSARS: Athletes React To Lekki Massacre
By ugo-chinedu
Lekki Massacre: Ighalo Calls Out Nigerian Government
April 19, 2022
Nigerian striker, Odion Ighalo, called out the Nigerian government on the night of Tuesday, October 20, 2020, describing the government as ‘’killers’’ following the massacre at the Lekki toll gate, Lagos State. Ighalo who was an unused substitute in Manchester United’s matchday one 2-1 win over Paris Saint Germain in the UEFA Champions League … Continue reading Lekki Massacre: Ighalo Calls Out Nigerian Government
By ugo-chinedu
Lekki Toll Gate: The Ground Of The Fallen
April 19, 2022
‘When the mob came, they watched; When the soldiers killed, they feigned ignorance.’ The 20th of October 2020 will never be forgotten easily in the history of modern Nigeria. It will be remembered as the day Nigeria tried to break Nigerians, the day the government told Nigerians that they do not matter, the day … Continue reading Lekki Toll Gate: The Ground Of The Fallen
The Rise Of Online Activism
April 19, 2022
On Saturday, 17th October, the Nigerian Army announced an Operation named Crocodile Smile VI which is designed to censor online activities in the wake of the #EndSARS protests. An assistant to the Chief of Army Staff who appeared on a TV programme earlier on Monday went further to give credence to this new censorship … Continue reading The Rise Of Online Activism
By adedoyin
#EndSARS Protesters Launch Online Radio, Soro Soke
April 19, 2022
To further support and propagate the message of the #EndSARS movement nationwide, youths calling for a complete overhaul of the Nigerian Police Force have launched an online radio, Soro Soke. Read more about #EndSARS The Twitter handle of the station, @Sorosoke247, reads, “24/7 update on all things protest. We are for a better nation … Continue reading #EndSARS Protesters Launch Online Radio, Soro Soke
Nigerians In History: Sonny Okosun
April 19, 2022
Sonny Okosun was born on 1st January 1947. He was a musician from Edo state, Nigeria and was best known as the leader of the Ozzidi band. He named his band Ozzidi after a renowned Ijaw river god, but to Okosun the meaning was “there is a message”. His surname is sometimes spelt Okosuns … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Sonny Okosun
By jeremiah
#EndSARS: IGP, Segalink And Others Set To Dialogue Virtually
April 19, 2022
In line with meeting the demands of Nigerian protesters, especially the youth population, the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development is organising a Youth Virtual Town Hall Meeting with the theme ‘’ProtectOurYouth#EndPoliceBrutality.’’ The online meeting is aimed at creating a new model towards reforms and the expectations of Nigerians, defining the country’s path … Continue reading #EndSARS: IGP, Segalink And Others Set To Dialogue Virtually
By ugo-chinedu
#EndSARS: It Is Not Yet Uhuru For Nigerian Youths
April 19, 2022
For a minute on Sunday, October 11th, Nigerian youths believed the announcement by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, that the rogue police unit called SARS (Special Anti Robbery Squad) has been disbanded. Celebratory reactions went around on social media insinuating that the demands of the youths have finally been granted. But … Continue reading #EndSARS: It Is Not Yet Uhuru For Nigerian Youths
By adedoyin
Women You Should Know: Sarah Adebisi Sosan
April 19, 2022
Background Sarah Adebisi Sosan was born in Lagos state on 11th February 1956 to the aristocratic family of Chief and Princess Durosinmi of Irewe town in Ojo Local Government Area, Badagry division. Her mother hails from the Fafunwa Onikoyi Royal Family of Ita-Onikoyi in Idumota, Lagos Island and her father was a member of … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Sarah Adebisi Sosan
By jeremiah
Iowa Hosts Teachers From 10 Schools In Commemoration Of World Teachers’ Day
April 19, 2022
Monday, 5th of October, 2020, was an exceptional day for teachers in Ilupeju; To celebrate the “World Teachers Day”, Inside Out With Agatha Foundation (IOWA Foundation) hosted teachers from ten (10) public schools (both primary and secondary) within Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA in view of recognizing, celebrating and rewarding teachers who led initiatives during the … Continue reading Iowa Hosts Teachers From 10 Schools In Commemoration Of World Teachers’ Day
Men You Should Know: Lateef Jakande
April 19, 2022
Background Lateef Kayode Jakande was born in the Epetedo area of Lagos Island, Lagos State on 29 July 1929. Both parents are from Omu-Aran, Kwara State. He studied at the Lagos public school at Enu-Owa, Lagos Island, then at Bunham Memorial Methodist School, Port Harcourt (1934–43). He studied briefly at King’s College, Lagos in 1943, … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Lateef Jakande
By jeremiah
Sanwo-Olu Launches N5 Billion Education Loan Scheme
April 19, 2022
In line with efforts aimed at curbing the negative impacts of COVID-19, the Lagos State Government formed a formidable partnership with First Bank of Nigeria Ltd and has launched a N5 billion post-COVID-19 recovery fund for the state’s education sector in other to aid low-cost private schools to maintain stability amidst the pandemic. Read … Continue reading Sanwo-Olu Launches N5 Billion Education Loan Scheme
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UBA National Essay Competition 2020
April 19, 2022
Application Deadline: October 2nd, 2020. Essay Topic: “Do you think that the lockdown during the Covid-19 pandemic was an essential measure in spite of the hardship it brought economically? What would you have done differently and why?” Read more about Education Eligible Countries: Nigeria About Award Now in its 10th year, the National Essay Competition, targeted … Continue reading UBA National Essay Competition 2020
Men You Should Know: Ikechi Uko
April 19, 2022
Early life Ikechi Uko is from Abia State, Nigeria. He was born on 12th January 1964 into the family of Mr Samson Uko and Mrs Salome Uko, née Azubuike. At a young age, Uko had an eye on travel. He could give up anything to discover new places. He attended National Secondary School Nike, Enugu. … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Ikechi Uko
By jeremiah
Nigerians In Sport: Sultan Adekoya, A 10-Year-Old Boxing Sensation
April 19, 2022
In Nigeria and every other part of the world, it is quite difficult to identify young special talents with a glaring future in whatever sports they choose to be competitive in. Just like Argentina was lucky enough to identify the footballing gift in Lionel Messi at a very young age. The case of 10-year-old … Continue reading Nigerians In Sport: Sultan Adekoya, A 10-Year-Old Boxing Sensation
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