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Algebra
Are you superstitious? If Algebra isn’t witchcraft then nothing is.
Black China: Africa’s First Superpower Is Coming Sooner Than You Think By Sam Hill
It's midnight in a medieval palace in the oldest city in West Africa: Kano, Nigeria. A thousand years ago, this was one of the richest cities in the world, the terminus of the cross-Saharan trade that brought salt to exchange for slaves, gold and ivory. The palace has 5-foot thick walls, floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, stone pathways …
Major Controversies Involving Godwin Obaseki by Lawson Akhigbe
Godwin Obaseki, former Governor of Edo State (2016–2024), faced several high-profile controversies during and after his tenure. These often centered on political rivalries, governance decisions, cultural heritage, and post-administration probes. Below is a summary of the key ones, based on reported events up to late 2025. 1. Party Defection and Fallout with Adams Oshiomhole (2020) …
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The Making of a Nigerian Industrial Baron by Lawson Akhigbe
Nigeria prides itself on producing remarkable individuals who have climbed the ladder of commerce and influence. Among them stands Aliko Dangote, a businessman whose empire now stretches across Africa in cement, sugar, flour, and oil refining. His story is often narrated as a triumph of entrepreneurial brilliance. Yet, a closer examination suggests a more complex …
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Leo
Which animal would you compare yourself to and why? A lion, king of the urban jungle and all he surveys ditto one’s attitude.
Centre for Nigeria Progress 