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Did You Know? Nigeria Is The First African Nation To Win Gold In Men’s Football Category In The History Of The Olympic Games
April 19, 2022
Many Nigerian football fans remember the gold-winning Nigerian football team at the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games in the United States of America for putting Nigeria on the global map as one of the giant African footballing nations on earth, but what most people do not know is the fact that beating Argentina in the final … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria Is The First African Nation To Win Gold In Men’s Football Category In The History Of The Olympic Games
By ugo-chinedu
Nigeria’s Banking Industry: First Bank
April 19, 2022
First Bank is one of Nigeria’s most recognizable financials services brands. It’s also Nigeria’s (and Africa’s) first modern banking institution. It serves over 10 million people in locations across the country and elsewhere on the African continent. It also has a presence in Asia and Europe. Of all the large banking institutions currently operational in … Continue reading Nigeria’s Banking Industry: First Bank
Madidi, The Food of the Alago People of Nasarawa State
April 19, 2022
Each person is born into a culture or group matrix that is usually reflected in food pattern. Food beliefs seem to be one of the factors influencing food consumption. This is why the food roots of an individual – be they geographical, cultural, religious, national, regional or cult oriented – influences his choice of foods. … Continue reading Madidi, The Food of the Alago People of Nasarawa State
Joel Kachi Benson wins Lion Award for Best VR Story at 76th Venice Film Festival
April 19, 2022
In April 2014, 276 girls were abducted by Boko Haram from their school in Chibok, Borno. Although the world has begun to forget, a Nigerian filmmaker and videographer, Joel Kachi Benson, tells a part of the story via the immersive technique of virtual reality to remind us of this event. Two days ago, his innovative … Continue reading Joel Kachi Benson wins Lion Award for Best VR Story at 76th Venice Film Festival
Ethnic Groups in Nigeria- The Ijaw People
April 19, 2022
The term Ijaw is said to be the anglicised version of Ijo or Ejo, a variation of Ujo or Ojo, the ancestor who gave the Ijo people their name. The Ijaw people are considered to be the first to find a settlement in the Lower Niger and Niger Delta. The oral tradition dates them as … Continue reading Ethnic Groups in Nigeria- The Ijaw People
By jeremiah
Tokyo 2020: D’Tigers Beat China To Secure Olympic Ticket
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s men national basketball team, D’Tigers, finished the 2019 FIBA World Cup on a successful note after beating host nation, China, 86-73 in their final classification game on Sunday, September 8, 2019 in Guangzhou. Victory over the Chinese team in front of their home crowd and supporters means Nigeria has picked the sole African automatic … Continue reading Tokyo 2020: D’Tigers Beat China To Secure Olympic Ticket
By ugo-chinedu
This Danfo Lyfe: The Heartbroken Agbero
April 19, 2022
Typically, I do not miss Sunday church services. However, I decided to visit my baby niece on this particular Sunday because I hadn’t seen her in a week. I got to Costain busstop where I’d decided to board a bus going to CMS, then proceed to Ajah. By some stroke of fate, there was a … Continue reading This Danfo Lyfe: The Heartbroken Agbero
Crazy About the South East: 3 Things To Do in Plateau State
April 19, 2022
Visiting Plateau State was on Prince Charles’ itinerary during his visit to Nigeria last year because of the amazing tourism experience it offers. The capital city, Jos, is more than enough to keep you occupied with activities. From the weather to the landscape, there’s so much to explore in this highland state. Here are 3 … Continue reading Crazy About the South East: 3 Things To Do in Plateau State
By ann
Wellness: How Virtual Reality Will Change The Healthcare Industry For The Better
April 19, 2022
Virtual Reality is one technology that has the potential to change the way we live. Its impact can be seen across various fields from entertainment to travel and space exploration. One industry that shows the most promise, however, is the healthcare industry. Virtual Reality is already impacting this industry in various ways and this will … Continue reading Wellness: How Virtual Reality Will Change The Healthcare Industry For The Better
International Literacy Day
April 19, 2022
Education without a doubt is the key to the growth and development of any nation on earth. Unfortunately, the globe is still confronted with challenges related to poor literacy level. For instance, in 2016, about 775 million adults lacked the common basic minimum literacy skills worldwide. This figure is discouraging; it means that about 1 … Continue reading International Literacy Day
By ugo-chinedu
Social Media Roundup
April 19, 2022
Xenophobia Following the recent spates of xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other immigrants in South Africa, many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their disapproval of these attacks from The Rainbow Nation. The week saw a bombardment of tweets from several individuals ranging from celebrities to regular folks. AKA responds to Ycee One … Continue reading Social Media Roundup
Do You Know The Ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and their Port Folios
April 19, 2022
The appointment of ministers of the federal republic of Nigeria is something a lot of Nigerians looks forward to, given that the individuals proffer a sneak preview into what the possible outcomes of the different sectors of the Nation will become. Though there is no fixed formula for producing the nomination and appointment of Ministers, … Continue reading Do You Know The Ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and their Port Folios
By jeremiah
App Of The Week: Kobo
April 19, 2022
Lagos-based logistics company Kobo360 is currently on the move to upgrade its services and extend its operations beyond the shores of Nigeria. It recently launched its new logistic app to boost efficiency and smoothen operations in the African transportation market. Prior to its launch, the pilot model of the app saw over 1800 downloads and … Continue reading App Of The Week: Kobo
Further Insight into the P&ID $9.6 Billion Heist on Nigeria
April 19, 2022
A contract was signed between an Irish company and the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources roughly 10 years ago under very questionable circumstances; and it appeared that the foundation to swindle the Nigerian government of several billions of dollars, years into the future, was laid. The P&ID issue became more controversial when the company secured … Continue reading Further Insight into the P&ID $9.6 Billion Heist on Nigeria
By adedoyin
How Xenophobic Attacks on Nigerians Kill Africa the More
April 19, 2022
For a large part of the early 21st Century South Africa, xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals and especially on Nigerians living in the Republic of South Africa has become a commonality. Year in year out, we hear of Nigerians being burnt or stoned alive in some of the major cities in South Africa such as … Continue reading How Xenophobic Attacks on Nigerians Kill Africa the More
By adedoyin
