Life Abroad

Peter Obi, The Nigerian Diaspora, And Propaganda

At the risk of sounding pessimistic, one could argue profoundly that Nigeria’s contemporary political atmosphere carries a systemic, tragic potential. This vulnerability is directly...

Japa Is Not In My Constitution

A lot of wannabes want to flee from Nigeria, but I am very different. The country turns me up and down anyhow such that one...

The Race To Expand Financial Access for Nigerians in Diaspora

In the race to build a secure, efficient and inclusive financial ecosystem for Nigerians globally, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with...

Hello World, Nigerians Are Coming, Nigerians Are Here!

The parade attendance was huge, everyone was jolly and celebratory and the ambassador played his role perfectly, and according to my information, he was said to have been very supportive and accommodating to various Nigerian groups in the planning processes of this wonderful event...

Surprise at Consulate of Nigeria New York Passport Office!

You will not believe what happened at the consulate of Nigeria in New York, last month, on Wednesday, August 26, 2009! The day was ruined, as far as assumed public knowledge or familiarity with laxity and lack of work ethic among certain public officials was concerned...

Africans and the Exiled Life

If you have been living in the West for much of your productive life, and you are now clocking 55, 60 or 65 and with the urge to return home, you are likely to have headache or develop insomnia for a few days or weeks...

A lifetime of Servitude – the story of Judith

I came across Judith in the aftermath of the publication of “A Child Witch in London”, the story of boy Adam who faced the vicissitudes of life borne out of ignorance, Pentecostal mischief and unscrupulous superstition in his native Nigeria...

Going to Lagos – Handy Tips for the Smart Traveler

I come from an old Lagos family but have been absent long enough to be able to observe the city with relative objectivity which allows me to offer sensible information to the clear headed smart traveler. The fact is Lagos is "big city" and an expensive city at that. Think New York or Tokyo when you think of the cost of things in Lagos...

Fraud Through the Church

For the past two days, I have had pure rage pouring out of me to the point where it was on the borderline of hatred!  I know an Evangelist should not feel this way, but I do.  Only yesterday I broke down crying before God...

One Year Ago: Lessons and Experiences of Travelling

In the last one year living in the Netherlands, also called Holland, I have come to learn, live with and understand the Dutch way of life. It has been a bumpy ride in some respects but I also have some nice stories...

Lagos, Nigeria-The Land Of The Yellow Buses

I just returned from Nigeria. My visit was for my engagement. I am in bliss and there is where I hope to remain. I spent 8 days filled with adventure...

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Wole Soyinka: Kongi’s Harvest In The Wasteland

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Emergency Preparedness Plan in Local Communities: The Role of Stakeholders

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Euro2024 Thins Down to Four Usual Suspects

The Netherlands subdued a hard fighting Turkey 2-1 After-Extra-Time...

Branding, Re-branding, Teleprompting and Managing Nigeria's Image or Reputation

There is raging debate between Nigerians as to whether or not Nigeria indeed requires branding or re-branding, and if so, whether such effort ought to be Nigeria's priority...

Feminists are haters of Men

I've seen that this feminism of a thing is becoming another religion that is gradually creeping into our clime and many people will be killing each other for it soon...

In Defence of the Spirit of Biafra

Those who easily discard the spirit of Biafra are...

PDP: Sixty Minus Sixteen Years

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) was founded in Nigeria...

Salute to Margaret Isioma Osogbue

Nigeria needs help. Like seriously and fast. We all...

The Kenetic Pause Of Fraud In The Oil And Gas Industry – Red Alert

An investor must be very careful before investing in the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry. Not only are there sharks in this market, but also there are snakes and all varying personalities...

Why Zuma Monument Must Stay

In Manhattan, New York, a man was juggling barefoot along the street when curiously, a woman asked why. His reply: ‘I want to know how it feels because I am writing a play set in Africa!’