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Tag: Nigeria

20Jun

Echoes from Ajijola Adebiyi: What Truly Matters in Our Shared Human Tapestry

Ajijola Adebiyi Street, an unmapped but vital pathway in Akute, Nigeria, offers a poignant glimpse into a reality often unseen by those in more privileged areas. Descending steeply into the Ogun River ravine, this "street" is inaccessible to vehicles, forcing residents to rely solely on foot, navigating treacherous inclines and jagged rocks daily. An overnight stay in a humble two-bedroom home at the base of this slope reveals a microcosm of resilient living: unfiltered human conversations drifting through unpaned windows, the rhythmic sounds of nature and daily commutes, and a family's quiet dedication to work, education, and unwavering faith amidst humble surroundings.
6 mins read
13Jun

Understanding Yoruba Mindset in context of “Igbos as traitors”—A Tribute to Bishop (Prof) Funmilayo Adesanya-Davis

In October 1966 my late father Lawrence Obi Nwankwo Nwaezeigwe escaped the pogrom by the
1 min read
20May

The Mirror We Refuse to See: Leadership Starts With Us

Reflecting on Nigeria, my experiences reveal a stark contrast between outward religiousness and unethical behaviour in daily life. I argue the problem extends beyond leadership, rooted in a widespread moral compromise requiring individual integrity for true change. Ultimately, our leaders mirror ourselves.
5 mins read
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
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
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