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28Apr

A Day in the Life of a PhD Researcher: The Relentless Pursuit of Knowledge

As a researcher, my days are a whirlwind of intellectual pursuit and disciplined routine. From the moment I wake, my mind is already buzzing with problems to solve and theories to refine. Balancing my work and personal life feels like walking a tightrope, but it’s a challenge I embrace. My workspace is a battleground of books, notes, ideas, and of relentless questions I seek to answer. Long hours spent poring over data, running experiments, or analyzing texts demand both stamina and curiosity. Coffee often becomes a steadfast companion in these moments. Despite the occasional frustrations—dead ends in research, the weight of deadlines, and the inevitable self-doubt—I remind myself of the impact this journey holds. Each small step forward contributes to a larger tapestry of knowledge. It’s the passion to discover and the hope of making a difference that keeps me moving.
6 mins read
18Apr

The Tragedy of Victory

Godwin Alabi-Isama was a front line soldier. One that participated in the theatre of war fighting, at one time for Biafra and mostly for the Federal troops. He presents his own accounts of the happenings during the 30month long Nigerian Civil War
2 mins read
07Mar

The Ikenga’s in Museums Around The World: Reflections on the African Art Artefacts Debate

My reflection on the presence of African artifacts in museums worldwide delves into the broader implications of housing African art outside its place of origin. This supports the call by renowned voices, such as Chimamanda Adichie, for the return of these cultural treasures to their homelands. The article underscores the importance of preserving and honoring indigenous cultures, while raising critical questions about ownership, legacy, and the role of museums in contemporary society.
7 mins read
27Feb

The Ikorodu Mafia

The long, early commutes to my Peninsula office were a defining feature of my early career. But those journeys were far from solitary. They were a tapestry of interactions with fellow commuters, men and women whose lives intertwined with mine. It was a time when our Nigeria felt like a single community, bound not by tribe, but by a shared pursuit of knowledge, mutual support, and a celebration of our common humanity
7 mins read
06Nov

A Doctor, without touching blood.

The journey of a thousand miles, they say, begins with a step. So, after much dragging of feet, I began a new phase in my educational pursuit, the quest for a doctorate degree.
4 mins read