Mazi Emeka

Abortion

September 12, 2018

“It was a bad experience” – Emeka Nwankwo explores the struggle to get a safe abortion in Nigeria

Editor’s Note: When Emeka Nwankwo approached us with his investigation into abortions in Lagos, he expressed some worry that as a male journalist, there would be glaring realities he would miss in his coverage of how abortion laws in Nigeria affect the country’s most disenfranchised. But it was a reality that needed to be explored,... Read More

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October 21, 2017

So you think you know Lagos XI: The Mayor of Lagos and the ‘city with bared fangs’

Blood flowing through open wounds of broken human body parts and a nation, beaten by ethnoreligious violence, forced Toni Kan and his family to flee to Lagos. They sought refuge from a war they had no role in, abandoning a place they had come to seek greener pastures and have begun to call home. This... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 21, 2017

So you think you know Lagos X: Badagry – a town of many firsts held prisoner by history

Badagry sits on one end of Lagos like an ignored elderly woman, whose hands raised nations but time and circumstances have snatched vitality from her. She is seen but often not heard and her past stares at her constantly, never forgetting. These lands have seen glorious days and Nigeria’s history begins with her for it was... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 21, 2017

So you think you know Lagos IX: Oshodi, Festac, Okota, and the undertones of ethnic tensions

It is nearly noon on a bright Saturday and Alhaja (Mrs.) Gilani looks like her day is in slow motion. She is resting on a table where crates of eggs, stacked on each other, are on display, waiting for new nests. Beside her are three younger women who are discussing in Yoruba rapidly. Occasionally, they... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 21, 2017

So you think you know Lagos VIII: Confronting Nigeria’s disappearing history in Yaba with faith from Makoko

Nearly 6:30pm and Sogunro, Makoko, is alive with human activity; a cool evening breeze bouncing off the water canals and bathing the people in coolness. The noise of children playing and shouting, falling and fighting; men sit around talking in grave voices and facial expressions; women sit in close circles talking and watching over their... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 20, 2017

So you think you know Lagos VII: New Lekki repeats the mistakes of old Lekki?

The sun is at its highest point, beating down with an intense ferocity that was merciless and unyielding. The tarred roads here absorb the heat and throw it back up so that it feels like both land and the sky are in war and earthlings are caught in their crossfires. Someone had said to me... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 20, 2017

So you think you know Lagos VI: Fetish sacrifices in Ikorodu and the real hustlers of Mile 12

“See that one” he said, nudging me with his elbow. He was using his eyes, to avoid drawing attention as he discreetly pointed at two brown earthenware bowls sitting next to an electric pole standing on one side of a four-street intersection at Igbogbo, Ikorodu. The bowls were half-filled with water and had kola nuts sitting... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 20, 2017

So you think you know Lagos V: Ikoyi through Victoria Island – Where money goes to sleep and Afropolitans find a home

My relationship with money began when I overheard one of my older cousins say that money has a smell and spirit – and both can possess a man to do unspeakable acts. That the pungent, sweaty smell of money was like an adrenaline shot to the brain and the spirit like demons. Both smell and... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 20, 2017

So you think you know Lagos IV: Lagos Island, Black Brazilians – The history is there; don’t change the story

The story of Lagos is incomplete without a thoughtful reference to Lagos Island – formerly known as Isale Eko. Walking through its cramped streets feels like stepping through history, hearing its echo and cherishing the stories contained within these walls that has transformed over the years through pre-colonial, colonial and post-colonial eras. “No person can live... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 19, 2017

So you think you know Lagos III: How demolition and eviction by LASG is tearing families apart, disrupting education

It was Philomena Aya’s hands that conceived and birthed Daniel. It was the same hands that buried him 25 years later after a bullet pierced his throat, sniffing life out of him, putting him in past tense without ceremony. When Aya speaks of her son’s death, it is easy to see that the pain is... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 18, 2017

So you think you know Lagos II: “Any way na way; any hustle na hustle” – The nightlife of Opebi-Allen and Fela Shrine

At 8pm every Friday, Mutari, a tall slim Hausa-Fulani man, arrives at Opebi-Allen roundabout, Ikeja, at the intersection with Toyin Street, directly behind the garden at Allen-Opebi roundabout. He sets up his stand, putting noodles and all his ingredients on display. From 8pm till 6am, the next morning, Mutari will sell instant noodles, cooked with... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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October 18, 2017

So you think you know Lagos I: The hidden jewels of Isheri, renovated Berger and the faces of Agege

If football and other sporting events unite Nigerians, then Agege bread unites Lagosians regardless of socio-economic class and/or education. On their taste buds, Lagos residents carry an agreement (call it an identifier, if you want), that this bread, made from places only a few know of, is one of the quintessential representations of the state,... Read More

Citizenship, Featured

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February 23, 2017

FIRST PHOTOS: Edo Deputy Governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu, Bishop Idahosa, others attend Union Bank 100-year anniversary dinner in Benin

Union Bank, one of Nigeria’s first-generation banks, marked its centenary anniversary dinner with customers in Benin on Tuesday, 22 February 2017. The event which held at Protea Hotel, Benin City had dignitaries from the state in attendance. The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Philip Shaibu; the President of Benson Idahosa University, Bishop F.E.B Idahosa; Union... Read More

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February 21, 2017

Development Dialogue on social innovation and leadership in Africa holds Thursday 30th March 2017 in Lagos

Nigeria’s development sector is beaming brightly as practitioners prepare to meet, engage, share ideas and deepen perspectives on the defining role of the social sector in Africa’s development at the forthcoming Development Dialogue holding 9 a.m. on Thursday, 30th March 2017 in Lagos. The Dialogue, hosted by Ideation Hub Africa, is Nigeria’s leading thought-leadership Conference... Read More

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February 21, 2017

Africa’s biggest and most prestigious HR conference to hold in Lagos in 2017

Human Capital Summit Africa (HCSA) 2017, Africa’s largest and most prestigious HR conference is set to hold at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on March 9 and 10, 2017. Following the remarkably successful HCSA 2016, the organizers of the conference are determined to make HCSA 2017 an even greater success story.Human Capital Summit Africa... Read More

2017, conference, HCSA, human resources

February 21, 2017

TFESS Digital Marketing Masterclass – A Must For Every Young Person!

In this 21st century, everyone is doing literally everything to keep up with technology advancement, with the aim of capturing our growing and very lucrative online marketplace. People are coming up with digital marketing strategies as a way of attracting targeted audiences online. The Future Enterprise Support Scheme in partnership with A2 Creative is putting... Read More

A2Creative, marketing, TFESS, training

February 21, 2017

TFESS Branding Masterclass: Register Now

The Future Enterprise Support Scheme presents a one-day intensive masterclass as an empowering and creative course to help participants plan, build and implement in their business. Developing a strong, recognized brand is the goal of most businesses with products in the general market. To become a household name, businesses need the guidance of capable brand... Read More

Branding, masterclass, surulere, TFESS, training

February 21, 2017

TFESS Photography MasterClass – Become an Expert!

Learn from the best in the Photography industry in Nigeria in The Future Enterprise Support Scheme (TFESS) Photography Workshop 2017 set up for upcoming and aspiring young photographers who want to learn and perfect their skills in the art of photography as a career or an entrepreneurial endeavour. Photography, as a powerful medium of expression and communication,... Read More

Career, nigeria, photography, TFESS

February 17, 2017

Young Nigerian-American entrepreneur empowers university students to eradicate malaria in local communities through “The Home Project”

Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State – February 2017 – Israel Olaore, 25-year old founder of The StopGo Movement and former student of Babcock University is returning to his Alma-mater to facilitate round two of his “Home Project” initiative. The second installment of the project begins on on Sunday, February 19th, with campus-wide awareness and registration that will last... Read More

entrepreneur, malaria, Ogun State, Stopgo movement

February 16, 2017

Wakanow set to launch commercial operations in the UK

Wakanow, Africa’s fast-rising tourism giant and Nigeria’s No.1 online travel company, has announced plans to formally launch commercial operations in the UK as part of her efforts for global expansion and in a bid to consolidate their foray into Europe. The announcement is coming barely months after it launched DestinationsAfrica(R), a global booking platform that... Read More

London, nigeria, tourism, Travel, uk, Wakanow

February 16, 2017

Thoughtful gifts for car owners after Valentine’s Day

Was your Valentine’s day ‘surprise’ gift a brand new car? While Valentine’s Day has come and gone for another year, we must keep showing love and keep the gifts rolling in. At this point, people’s thoughts usually turn to jewelry, chocolates and expensive dinners but there are other ways you can express love more practically... Read More

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February 16, 2017

Register for the Singles in Love Summit 2017

Singles in Love Summit is a love ministry birthed for the purpose of helping these generation of youths to make the right decisions towards career and marital life. We want to nurture single youths who understands that they are here on purpose and they have the right to experience love and be loved in return... Read More

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February 16, 2017

Taking Flight! A recap of Ventures Platform’s Demo Day

Ventures Platform (VP) hosted their very first Demo Day on Friday, 27th of February, 2017. The six companies who presented in front of investors,were incubated over a period of sixteen weeks as part of Ventures Platform’s early stage Accelerator Program. This accelerator program was fully residential at Ventures Platform’s Abuja campus, Ventures Park. Tech start-ups... Read More

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February 16, 2017

Facebook challenges developers in the Middle East and Africa to create the smartest bots for Messenger

Facebook is challenging developers across the Middle East and Africa to create innovative bots in the Bots for Messenger Developer Challenge. This aligns with Facebook’s commitment to promote innovation in the Middle East and Africa by providing developers and start-ups with the tools they need to build, grow, monetize, and measure products and services. Facebook... Read More

Bots, challenge, developer, facebook, Messenger

February 16, 2017

Union Bank kicks off 100th anniversary celebrations

Union Bank, one of Nigeria’s most respected financial institutions, has kicked off celebrations to mark its 100th anniversary in Nigeria. The kick-off event was held on Tuesday, February 14th at the bank’s headquarters in Lagos. Union Bank was established in 1917 as Colonial Bank and in 1922, Barclays Bank acquired it, changing the name to... Read More

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February 15, 2017

Get the edge you need: British Council invites you to attend the #StudyUKEnterprise sessions

Are you a budding entrepreneur? Do you have a great business idea? Would you like to learn from experienced Nigerian entrepreneurs? Meet Sophia & Keturah, the first place winners of the 2016 Enterprise Challenge at the #StudyUKEnterprise sessions. Keturah Ovio-Onoweya, a trained Software Engineer birthed two (2) companies within one year, both dedicated to Sustaining... Read More

africa, British Council, entrepreneur, StudyUKEnterprise

February 11, 2017

With Love From Uber: Win incredible gifts this Valentine

Uber Nigeria is rewarding its riders in Lagos and Abuja this Valentine with delightful gifts to spice up their relationships. Riders have to write a love note to their lovers to stand a chance of winning various amazing gifts for themselves and their partners this Valentine’s day. The rider with the best love note in... Read More

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February 10, 2017

Ojukokoro: Crime Thriller Excites Somkele Idalama, Zainab Balogun, Tope Tedela (WATCH)

Ahead of its March 17 cinema run, Somkele Idalama, Zainab Balogun and Tope Tedela have been speaking about their roles on the highly riveting crime thriller, Ojukokoro. Ojukokoro (Greed) was created by Singularity Media in collaboration with House Gabriel Studios and BCI Studios. The movie which was written and directed by Dare Olaitan and produced... Read More

Cinema, nollywood, Ojukokoro, Singularity Media, Somkele Idalama, Wale Ojo, Zainab Balogun

February 10, 2017

The Gionee M6 is the new way to a man’s heart

Smartphones are everywhere, but one with features as alluring as the Gionee M6 will always stand the test of time. If you think the way to a man’s heart is food, trust me, the new Gionee M6 will change your mind. Despite the ubiquitous nature of smartphones, the Gionee M6 is an easy pick for... Read More

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February 9, 2017

Uzoma Dozie, Abasiama Idaresit and Adeleke Adekoya set to speak at Creativity Lessons over Tea

On Saturday 18th February 2017, at The Agip Recital Hall , MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, Uzoma Dozie (CEO, Diamond Bank), Abasiama Idaresit (Founder and CEO, Wild Fusion) and Adeleke Adekoya (Leidenschaft Venture Partners ) are set to speak and share down to earth insights at the second edition of Creativity Lessons over Tea. Mr. Dozie... Read More

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