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25 Jun 2023
The Nigerian social media space, especially TikTok, is currently filled with soundbits from disk jockeys (DJs) or snipets from musicians. This has formed the current trend of social media challenges. Very noticeable among netizens is the ability to 'cruise' around things, which usually downplays the effects of a particular issue. One of the current trends…
18 Jun 2023
Fatherhood has changed a lot in recent years. Gone are the days when they were expected to be the sole breadwinners and disciplinarians in the home. Now, they are more involved in their children's lives than ever before. They are also taking more caregiving responsibilities, and they are more likely to be stay-at-home dads. This…
11 Jun 2023
It was almost as if we were partly, in 2007, and this was some alternative version of Paul Play Dairo’s 'Angel of my life'. Or this was somewhere far out in the United States and we were hearing Justin Timberlake for the first time. On the first listen to YKB’s 'Yusful Music', it was apparent…
4 Jun 2023
Bode Pedro is a seasoned tech entrepreneur, venture builder, and investor with a strong track record of over 15 years in founding and managing tech-enabled ventures in Nigeria. He is the Founder and CEO of Casava Inc., Nigeria's first 100% digital insurance company. In 2022, Casava secured a groundbreaking $4m in venture funding, the largest…
21 May 2023
It's that time of year again when the global community recognises the need to commit to eliminate an ancient disease that dates back 4,000 years called 'malaria'. It's no secret that Nigeria, among the 87 endemic countries, has the largest proportion of malaria cases and deaths, especially in children under five. According to the 2022…
14 May 2023
Acting and entertainment, as a whole, are an exploration of the human experience. It is a journey into the depths of the human soul, a reflection of our deepest desires, fears, and emotions. But unlike other art forms, entertainment often involves stepping into the limelight, exposing oneself to the scrutiny of an audience, and sacrificing…
7 May 2023
The construction industry has long been one of the backbones of any society, and yet, it is often overlooked in terms of recognition and appreciation. Many individuals involved in the trades, such as carpenters, electricians, and plumbers, are seen as "blue-collar workers" and not given the same respect as other professions. However, this perception is slowly changing, thanks to events such as iCreate Africa's Builders Show powered by the Skillers Platform.
23 Apr 2023
"One glance at a book and you hear the voice of another person, perhaps someone dead for 1,000 years. To read is to voyage through time." – Carl Sagan World Book and Copyright Day, otherwise known as World Book Day, is celebrated every year on April 23. The events done to honour the day are…
16 Apr 2023
One of the tales that resounds the most about the city that never sleeps “Lagos” is its rough life. Gangs of Lagos captures one of the many facts that make up what Lagos looks like. Gangs of Lagos tells the story of people living in Isale Eko, shedding a major spotlight on the rivalry that…
9 Apr 2023
IN 2009, Sam Ogrih, managing director, Delta Mega Trend Limited, envisioned a smart city in the serene Otokutu community, in the outskirts of Warri, Delta State. His dream was to establish a world-class smart city in the pristine marshy and bushy section of the community, which is on the bank of Udu River. As an…
2 Apr 2023
All days are important, but some are more. One of such important days in the world is World Health Day (WHD), which is celebrated every April 7. Since its inception in 1984, the world has often come together, every year, to address health issues confronting humanity. When the Day was first observed in 1984, the…