In the fall of 1932, the fliers began appearing around Macon County, Ala., promising “colored people” special treatment for “bad blood.” “Free Blood Test; Free Treatment, By County Health Department and Government Doctors,” the black-and-white signs said. “YOU MAY FEEL WELL AND STILL HAVE BAD BLOOD. COME AND BRING ALL YOUR FAMILY.” Hundreds of men …
Tinubu’s Turn
Up against the wall, Tinubu will need his famed political savvy—and more—to stanch rising discontent in Nigeria. Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu waves to a crowd as he takes the traditional ride on top of a ceremonial vehicle, after his swearing-in ceremony in Abuja, Nigeria on May 29, 2023. REUTERS/Temilade Adelaja Twice in the past two-and-a-half years, …
An Epidemic of Lawlessness in Nigeria by Michelle Gavin and Ebenezer Obadare
Rising vigilantism in Nigeria reflects public cynicism about law enforcement and the judicial system. A day after the elections, soldiers and police guard the entrance to a vote collation center that was stormed earlier in the day by unknown assailants on February 26, 2023. REUTERS/James Oatway Last month, some students of Obafemi Awolowo Hall, a student …
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President Buhari, Aisha his wife, Yusuf, his son spent over 250 days abroad, UK and Dubai for treatment by Deborah Tolu-Kolawole
Despite allocating huge resources to the health sector, Nigerian leaders and politicians have continued their mistrust for the sector by abandoning it to rot, while flying abroad to treat the commonest of ailments at taxpayers’ expense in what stakeholders have described as medical tourism. The health sector, like other major sectors in the country, has …
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Sorry Jollof, These 12 Nigerian Foods Are the Real Stars of Nigerian Cuisine by YNaija
While Jollof Rice may be the reigning champion of Nigerian dishes, there are plenty of other flavorful and unique options that are sure to give it a run for its money. In this article, we’re going to introduce you to five Nigerian foods that are so delicious, they might just make you forget all about …
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