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‘Naija Spirit’ Heads to Birnin Kebbi After UNILAG Outing
Written by Kamsiyochukwu Mbamalu Nigerian poet and theatre maker Dike Chukwumerije has called for renewed civic engagement among young Nigerians as his production,
ICPC Petitioned Over Alleged N50bn Contract, N1.9bn Shortfall in Presidential Amnesty Programme
Written by Kamsiyochukwu Mbamalu The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has been petitioned to investigate alleged corruption, procurement irregularities
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Ghana’s Traditional Titles Offer New Route to Recognise Foreign Investors
Written by Amanze Chinonye A Chinese investor’s installation as a traditional chief in Ghana is drawing attention to the role customary authorities can play in recognising foreign capital and strengthening ties between businesses and the communities where they operate. Join our WhatsApp Channel
Gerewol Festival: Where Wodaabe Beauty, Courtship and Culture Meet in Niger
Written by Amanze Chinonye At the end of Niger’s rainy season, Wodaabe pastoralists gather around In Gall in the Agadez region for the Cure Salée, an annual meeting associated with the seasonal movement of nomadic communities. For the Wodaabe, the gathering also provides
Ka’el Festival: The Ethiopian Tradition Requiring Men to Gain Weight for Community Prestige
Written by Amanze Chinonye In the remote Lower Omo Valley, an annual ceremony turns body size into a measure of prestige as men spend months preparing for a competition in which physical bulk, rather than athletic ability, determines the winner. Known as Ka’el,
Mau Mau Rebellion: The Uprising That Changed Kenya’s Path to Independence
Written by Amanze Chinonye Deep in the forests surrounding Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Range, a guerrilla movement emerged in the 1950s that became one of the most significant anti-colonial conflicts in Africa’s history. Known globally as the Mau Mau, and referred
Otti Unveils United Nigeria Airlines’ New Boeing Aircraft Named After Chinua Achebe, Obi of Onitsha
Written by Amanze Chinonye Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, on Thursday unveiled two newly acquired Boeing 737-800 Next Generation (NG) aircraft belonging to Nigerian carrier, United Nigeria Airlines, marking a significant expansion of the airline’s fleet and underscoring growing investment in the
