On the evening of April 6, 1994, President of Rwanda Juvenal Habyarimana’s plane was shot down, unleashing scars of an era for Rwanda.
On the evening of April 6, 1994, President of Rwanda Juvenal Habyarimana’s plane was shot down, unleashing scars of an era for Rwanda.
Quincy Jones, an American music legend, has had a profound connection with Africa, which has influenced his life and work for decades. Known for his contributions to jazz, pop, R&B, and film scoring, Jones has played an instrumental role in bridging American music with African culture and sound. His journey with Africa is a testament […]
General Ibrahim Babangida’s autobiography sparked an air of nostalgia around military rule in Nigeria, specifically the death of Mamman Vatsa.
It’s been 27 years since Nigeria’s Dream Team achieved a historic feat by winning the gold medal at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. The team coached by Dutchman Jo Bonfrere showcased extraordinary skill, teamwork, and determination throughout the tournament. This captured the hearts of football fans worldwide. Who would have thought Nigeria would attain […]
For many years, Nigeria and Ghana have had a complex relationship marked by brotherly rivalry, mutual admiration, and occasional tensions. This rivalry has been fueled by a range of factors, including Afrobeat wars, Jollof debates, and claims of cultural superiority. Despite these tensions, many Nigerians still find solace and a sense of calm in Ghana, […]
Paranoia was always an issue among top military leaders across Africa. They always felt someone within the ranks was gunning for their position. For this reason, they always tried to stay ahead and keep themselves updated on what their colleagues and subordinates were up to. One person that had the skills and the manpower to […]
The second republic (1979 – 1983) was a tough time for many Nigerians. A government built on a foundation of abuse of power and heavy corruption existed. An era where the political players were comfortable with accessing public funds for personal gain, forgetting the meaning of service to the country. This was the premise in […]
The return to democracy on May 29th, 1999, was a time of jubilation for the citizens of Nigeria. However, different forms of uprisings and ethnoreligious crises continued with the birth of the fourth republic. There has been a disturbing willingness by the civilian government to use the same methods as the military government of the […]
In early Colonial Nigeria, women did not really have a say in society. They were not allowed to participate in government policies and they were not allowed to choose who would lead them. The men chose the leaders. The women, on the other hand, felt at home in the market. It was like a community […]
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