Last Friday, Nigerians watched in disbelief as social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), was reportedly whisked away from a bank in Wuse, Abuja. The scene, caught partly on video and retold by eyewitnesses, didn’t look like your average arrest. It looked like something far more sinister. As of Monday, we know...
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2027 Survival Warning: Nigeria’s Poverty Crisis Could Wipe You Out!
If you were told the exact day something awful would happen to you, how would you react? What actions would you start setting in motion? The World Bank just predicted that the state of Nigerians will turn for the worse as over half the population will live in abject poverty in the year 2027. In...
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Nigerians Deserve Better: Take Back Movement sparks protests across Nigeria
Once a powerful expression of public frustration, protests in Nigeria have now become tightly monitored, demonized, and in some cases, violently suppressed.
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Lagos on Lockdown: The Traffic Jam That Made Grown Men Cry
Lagos is notorious for its relentless, day-long traffic; in fact, it is dubbed the “Traffic Capital of Africa.” Lagosians have learned to adapt, waking up at ungodly hours just to beat the gridlock and make it to work on time. But on April 2, 2025, things took a shocking turn. Workers who left their homes...
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The Real Reason You Haven’t Found True Love Yet (It’s Not What You Think!)
Let’s be real – if finding true love were as easy as rom-coms make it seem, we’d all be wrapped in matching pajamas, taking cute couple selfies, and living happily ever after. But here you are, single and scrolling, wondering if love is just another overhyped social media trend. Spoiler alert: the problem isn’t you....
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Accelerate Action: We Can’t Wait Five More Generations for Gender Equality!
Could you imagine a little girl born today will not see full gender equality in her lifetime? Her daughter will not either. In fact, at the current rate of progress, it will take until the year 2158, five generations from now, to close the gap. That is unacceptable. This is why International Women’s Day 2025...
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Fame, Sex, and Lamborghinis: The Burna Boy and Sophia Affair
In the world of Nigerian entertainment, where luxury and scandal go hand in hand, a new controversy has taken center stage, one that involves Grammy-winning superstar Burna Boy and Lagos socialite Sophia Egbueje. The story, filled with promises, betrayal, and high expectations, has set social media ablaze. The situation began when a leaked voice recording...
Warri Refinery: The New Impact on the Nigeria Oil Sector
The Warri Refinery‘s resurgence marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, reflecting a determined effort to address long-standing inefficiencies and reliance on imported petroleum products. After years of inactivity and numerous failed attempts at rehabilitation, the refinery’s revival signals a new era for Nigeria’s energy landscape, promising not only improved domestic fuel...
Boxing Day: Show Someone Love with a Box of Gifts
Boxing Day is not merely a public holiday marked by post-Christmas sales and leisure; it carries a deeper significance rooted in generosity and kindness. Historically, the day originated in the United Kingdom as an occasion when wealthy families would box up gifts, food, and money for their staff and the less fortunate. Over time, this...
Exciting Events in Lagos This December 2024: Fun Activities for Everyone
December in Lagos is always exciting, so it’s no news that many people have travelled from different parts of the world to be in Lagos this December. But it doesn’t have to be all about parties. If you’re looking for something different, here are some fun and unique events you can attend this festive season....
