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NIGERIA 🇳🇬: Nigerian President AHMED BOLA TINUBU ranked third most corrupt leader in the world. NIGERIA 🇳🇬: Nigerian President AHMED BOLA TINUBU ranked third most corrupt leader in the world. The Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) ranked Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria’s President, as the 3rd most corrupt leader globally in 2024. At theContinue reading “NIGERIA 🇳🇬: Nigerian President AHMED BOLA TINUBU ranked third most corrupt leader in the world.”

WHAT WAS AFRICA LIKE IN THE 14TH CENTURY? WHAT WAS AFRICA LIKE IN THE 14TH CENTURY? West Africa- Mansa Musa Mansa Musa was the king of the Mali Kingdom and is considered the richest man who ever lived. His wealth has been estimated at over $400 billion. The current richest man in the world, SouthContinue reading “WHAT WAS AFRICA LIKE IN THE 14TH CENTURY?”

“The Enduring Beauty of Igbo Culture: A Titled Igbo Woman with Ichi Marks” “The Enduring Beauty of Igbo Culture: A Titled Igbo Woman with Ichi Marks” This striking photograph, taken in Iwollo in 1983, showcases the beauty and cultural significance of ichi marks, a traditional form of facial scarification practiced by the Igbo people ofContinue reading ““The Enduring Beauty of Igbo Culture: A Titled Igbo Woman with Ichi Marks””

CELEBRATING FEMI KUTI, A LEGEND OF AFROBEAT CELEBRATING FEMI KUTI, A LEGEND OF AFROBEAT Born on June 16, 1962, in London, England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿, Olufela Olufemi Anikulapo Kuti, popularly known as Femi Kuti, is a Nigerian musician and the eldest son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti. Early Life and CareerFemi Kuti began his music career atContinue reading “CELEBRATING FEMI KUTI, A LEGEND OF AFROBEAT”

A fascinating story surrounds a pure gold statue of Amun, A fascinating story surrounds a pure gold statue of Amun, the ancient Egyptian god of the sun and wind. Dating back to the Twenty-Second Dynasty (945–712 BCE), this priceless artifact was once sold for only one pound. Later, the statue was gifted to Lord Carnarvon,Continue reading “A fascinating story surrounds a pure gold statue of Amun,”

Isaac Newton, born on December 25, 1642 (Julian calendar) or January 4, 1643 Isaac Newton, born on December 25, 1642 (Julian calendar) or January 4, 1643 (Gregorian calendar) in Woolsthorpe, England, is one of the most influential figures in the history of science. His work not only transformed physics but also laid the foundation forContinue reading “Isaac Newton, born on December 25, 1642 (Julian calendar) or January 4, 1643”

The Moors were a diverse group of Muslim people primarily of North African origin who had a significant cultural, religious, and historical influence, particularly during the medieval period. The term “Moor” The Moors were a diverse group of Muslim people primarily of North African origin who had a significant cultural, religious, and historical influence, particularlyContinue reading “The Moors were a diverse group of Muslim people primarily of North African origin who had a significant cultural, religious, and historical influence, particularly during the medieval period. The term “Moor””

WATCH: Dele Farotimi Breaks Down In Tears, Says Nigeria Couldn’t Happen To Him Because People Spoke For Him WATCH: Dele Farotimi Breaks Down In Tears, Says Nigeria Couldn’t Happen To Him Because People Spoke For Him

The Murder at Ikoyi Hotel. January 15, 1966. Time: 1:45am The Murder at Ikoyi Hotel. January 15, 1966. Time: 1:45am Lt Colonel Abogo Largema was staying at the Ikoyi hotel on the night of the coup. He had just left a big party hosted by Brigadier Maimalari. As a young soldier, Largema was good atContinue reading “The Murder at Ikoyi Hotel. January 15, 1966. Time: 1:45am”

AMAZING RWANDA AMAZING RWANDAAMAZING RWANDARwanda’s nature is a stunning blend of lush green landscapes, rolling hills, and vibrant biodiversity. The country is renowned for its mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, which offers immersive trekking experiences. Nyungwe Forest teems with diverse wildlife and is a haven for birdwatching. The serene Lake Kivu provides a picturesqueContinue reading “AMAZING RWANDA”