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Behind the Voice: The Hidden Work of Broadcasters
Beneath a broadcaster’s voice lies many struggles, sacrifices, and numerous hours of hard work. Many people who listen to the radio believe that broadcasters do their thing with less effort, deliver their lines smoothly, confidently, and naturally, or deliver news calmly and concisely, but what they do not realize is the hours of preparation dedicated […]
Fatai Rolling Dollar: The Roller Coaster Journey of a Juju Maestro
In the Nigerian jùjú & Highlife household, when mentioning names of the music genre’s stars, legends and pathfinders, Olayiwola Fatai Olagunju, who is an invaluable addition to the music circus because of the indelible contributions he brought to the music scene, must definitely come to mind. Fatai Rolling Dollar was born in 1927 in Isale […]
J.O Araba: A Game-Changer in Juju, Highlife Music
In the history of Juju music, Abdulkabir Babatunde King, widely known as Tunde King, should not be less referred to by Juju legendary singers as Ẹni a bá bá lábà ni Baba, for his immense contribution and efforts to the creation of Juju music, which has given birth to numerous popular singers of the same […]
Are Side Hustles Becoming a Bigger Problem?
In this era, it is uncommon to meet a ‘9-5’ worker who doesn’t have an alernate source of income bringing them extra income; the street would call it ‘side hustle’. Everywhere you look, someone somewhere is selling a course, managing a social media account of a marketing agency, creating content, running a small business from […]
Teachers Without Honour and the Silent Crisis in Nigeria’s Classrooms
Teachers are usually described as the backbone of any nation. In Nigeria, they are treated more like a second thought. While politicians praise education in words and budget announcements, the reality inside Nigeria’s classrooms tells a different story of neglect, underpayment, and dying self-respect. Many teachers across the country earn wages that cannot sustain a […]
Tunde King: The Pioneer, Maker of Jùjú Kings
Jùjú is a Nigerian music genre widely accepted because of its originality, versatility, dynamism, relatability and beauty, rooted in Yoruba culture, fusing traditional percussion and vocals with Western instruments like the guitar. Jùjú music did not surface until a group called “Area Boys,” with an inspirational leader, Abdulrafiu Babatunde King, who would later be referred […]
Male Health: Ending Cultural and Social Norms that Inhibit Openness
Every man, young and old, in today’s society is expected to hide all kinds of vulnerability, exercising strength, self-sufficiency, and emotional repression. The society applauds them for hiding their pain, keeping their internal struggles to themselves, and prioritizing others’ needs. However, this strength and expectations come at a price, ranging from serious undiagnosed sicknesses to […]
Nigeria’s Loud Online Activism and Quiet Reality
From Facebook, to X, to Instagram, and TikTok, Nigerians are vocal, expressive, and deeply opinionated across all of social media. Whenever injustice strikes, social media feels like the center of change with hashtags’ trend, influencers speaking out, timelines erupting with anger and solidarity, and comment sections burning with passion. Yet, just as quickly as these […]
Unlimited by Ability: Easing Access to Education for Disabled Children
Every child is allowed to enjoy fundamental rights, and one of these fundamental rights is the right to education. Fundamental rights allow every child to be educated, no matter the barrier. While education is accepted globally, the realities of children living with disabilities tell a story of segregation, neglect, and misunderstanding. The United Nations Convention […]
Dwindling Hope: How Funding Cuts are Threatening HIV Advocacy in Nigeria
Nigeria is battling a serious challenge in its fight against HIV/AIDS. For several years, foreign donations from global organizations backed by the United States President’s Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) consistently supported Nigeria in its fight against HIV/AIDS through community-based advocacy, and management of People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) with Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART). However, […]