Culture
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Published by Accessible Publishers Limited, formerly Rasmed Publications Limited, Winsala Gbotemi’s The Benue is one novel that you are definitely not going to regret reading.
13 Apr
For a process to be considered innovative it must be useful and novel. It is in its usefulness and novelty that one can meaningfully distinguish an idea or an initiative from being merely creative. Progressively, as the global demand for innovation continues to improve, the word ‘innovative’ is sometimes used as a mere buzzword to depict dazzling suggestions that tickle each generational fancy.
18 Feb
Tukur Buratai, former Chief of Army Staff and Nigerian Ambassador to Benin Republic, has advocated the use of culture and tradition to promote national security and national unity.
17 Feb
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on Friday, emphasized the government's commitment to youth development and empowerment at the Kwara Books and Arts Festival (KWABAFEST). The Governor highlighted key initiatives and projects aimed at nurturing talent, fostering creativity, and equipping the youth with essential skills. The event, themed "Transcendence," focused on celebrating creativity, innovation, and the…
17 Feb
Budding Nigerian-Canadian singer, Joey Jaey, has set the music scene agog with the launch of a brand new single dubbed, African. The record gracefully explores and celebrates his rich cultural roots.
15 Feb
In the heart of Africa, a cultural and economic revolution is quietly unfolding within the seams of the fashion industry. In the vibrant tapestry of Nigeria, often overshadowed by the prominence of oil, the budding fashion sector has emerged as a beacon of untapped potential, poised to be a leading driver of economic growth in…
31 Dec
In the heart of Benin, the historical city of Ouidah is set to become the international capital of Vodun celebration as it hosts the inaugural edition of "Vodun Days" on January 9 and 10, 2024. This event marks a transformative shift from the traditional Vodun Festival, expanding its scope to encompass the arts, culture, and…
5 Nov
Scholars from the Yale University School of Art, yesterday, concluded their visit to three Africa countries in an effort to deepen collaborations for the promotion of African literature and culture.
16 Oct 2023
The 8th EMY AFRICA Awards, held in Accra, Ghana on October 14, 2023, was a night of celebration for African excellence in entertainment. And the red carpet was no exception, with celebrities and guests alike turning out in their most glamorous looks. One of the biggest trends of the night was traditional African attire. Many…
15 Oct 2023
The Fulani people, known for their captivating culture and nomadic lifestyle, represent one of the most fascinating ethnic groups in Africa. Spread across several countries, including Nigeria, Mali, Senegal, and Niger, the Fulani have managed to preserve their rich cultural heritage while adapting to the modern world. In this photographic journey, we embark on a…
28 Jul 2023
A video of Boris Johnson riding his bicycle to a corner shop in London to buy some items has excited Nigerians a lot. No convoy. No police escorts or secret police. The former Prime Minister (PM) appears like every other person in the neighbourhood.
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Despite the exodus of university teachers and attendant shortage of manpower in public universities nationwide, the non-retention policy of the Federal Government has caused over 5,032 first-class graduates to languish in the job market and far away from the tertiary institutions that erstwhile retained them.
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As the whereabouts of former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, remain unknown a week after he was declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and placed on a watch-list by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)
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Data sourced from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) suggest the economy may be relapsing to cash hoarding again a year after the chronic currency scarcity even as the proportion of currency in circulation that is held outside the banking system has returned to the pre-naira redesign level.
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As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark the 2024 World Malaria Day, the progress in national malaria control is being threatened by the continued rising cost of anti-malaria drugs, which have gone beyond the reach of many Nigerians.
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African Development Bank (AfDB) President, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, said that Africa's immense economic potential is being undermined by non-transparent resource-backed loans that complicate debt resolution and compromise countries' future growth.
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Ahead of May Day next week, workers are demanding a country that works for all and not just for some privileged few.
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The NPFL has fined Kwara United N6 million for allegedly thwarting the live broadcast of their week 31 game against Akwa United.
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To achieve the global malaria targets 2030, the World Health Organisation (WHO) Global Malaria Programme has launched a new operational strategy that will change the trajectory of malaria trends.
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President Bola Tinubu and President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, have promised to give fresh direction to the justice sector in the country through a holistic overhaul.
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Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has urged the Army to establish military formations in Sambisa Forest and the Mandara Hills, bordering Cameroon and Chad in the North East, to counter terrorism in the areas.