Lekan Olanrewaju: Nigerian doctors are pretty awesome [NEW VOICES]

by Lanre Olanrewaju There are 9 million bicycles in Beijing. All of them are set on fire. The use of fire extinguishers made in (or transported through) Nigeria is employed to put an end to the incendiary proceedings. All but one of the fires are put out. The bicycle, in that case, burns to the... Read More

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Doctors, FAMILY, lekan olanrewaju, medicine, New Voices, nigeria, nysc

December 10, 2016

Otasowie Christabel Ogiemwonyi: When the curtains do not fall [Nigerian Voices]

by Otasowie Christabel Ogiemwonyi **************** Sometimes, you crave for solitude but you find out you are with company. The peripatetic bunch of memories won’t go away. They pay impromptu visits, choking you with emotions till pearly drops flow down your smooth cheeks like molten lava. Isn’t it entertaining that death teaches you a lesson by... Read More

Nigerian Voices

FAMILY, life, memoirs, nigeria, Nigerian Voices, nysc

December 4, 2016

Nwachukwu Olusegun Nwachukwu: Choices [Nigerian Voices]

by Nwachukwu Olusegun Nwachukwu Gray day. The sky and the earth had kissed once more, for the sky seemed to miss the earth—and it expressed this as it poured rain incessantly. ‘Chai! Look at this man! Very wicked. Just because he has a jeep,’ Mama Bisi screamed, ‘they are all alike; this is the fourth one... Read More

Nigerian Voices

choices, Christianity, drug dealing, FAMILY, Nigerian Voices, prayer, Religion

December 3, 2016

Ezinne Ajoku: Family is everything [NEW VOICES]

by Ezinne Ajoku A colleague lost his father recently and it got me thinking about family, death, relationships, the whole morbid enchilada. I recalled that day in February when my parents called me to inform me of a dear Uncle’s death. I was devastated. I could not believe it. I had seen him a few... Read More

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economy, Ezinne Ajoku, FAMILY, New Voices, nigeria, recession

December 1, 2016

Frances Ogamba: Sister, sister

by Frances Ogamba You have a sister, an elder one, the one with skin like chocolate cream. The one with hair that is dark like the shell of boiled palm nuts. The one with eye balls as brown as your mother’s favourite purse. You love your sister because despite the age gap, she allows you... Read More

Nigerian Voices

Death scare, dreams, FAMILY, Loss, Love, nigeria, Relationships

November 28, 2016

Joel Ighosa Ighalo: The making of a truly Nigerian family [NEXT]

by Joel Ighosa Ighalo I do not know if it is appropriate to call them the Bring Back Our Girls Family or not. Indeed, it must consist of people who differ in tribe, tongue and religion, yet these people chose to unite in order to plead the cause of young school girls who are in... Read More

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bring back our girls, Chibok girls, FAMILY, nigeria, Nigerian Army, northeast, protest

November 21, 2016

Ayodotun Rotimi-Akinfenwa: The intern movie and my random reflections [NEW VOICES]

by Ayodotun Rotinmi-Akinfewa I recently saw the ‘’Intern’ movie and I liked it. Why? It subtly underscores some issues and themes I’ve been obsessed with over the years: Age and Experience, Life/Career Transition, Entrepreneurship, Image, Attitude, Modern day realities and the opportunities therein, how the today’s realities affect the family and the list goes on.... Read More

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elderly care, FAMILY, New Voices, nigeria, The Intern, trump

November 17, 2016

How undergraduate plotted her kidnap to collect N6m ransom from family

An undergraduate of the Imo State University, Chinwendu Udensi has been apprehended by the police after plotting her own kdnap and demanding N6m from her ‘rich but stingy father’. Chinwendu alongside her accomplices were paraded by the Rivers State Police Command. The police commissioner said, “Miss Udensi plotted her kidnap and demanded N6 million ransom... Read More

Cover Stories, The News Blog

FAMILY, N6m ransom, undergraduate

November 5, 2016

Experience an amazing treat at the Festac Food Fair this November

Festac is set to experience an amazing treat as FestacOnline, a community-based platform announces the Festac Food Fair 2016. In less than 23 Days, Amuwo Odofin and its environs would welcome a range of food and drink vendors as well as food lovers to an outdoor food fair. It is a fun day of food,... Read More

Stanley Chidiebere Okonkwo: No one told us [Nigerian Voices]

by Stanley Chidiebere Okonkwo I had wondered why people cry when someone dies. For some people, it is so natural. Mother’s acrobatics when her mother was let down the grave could make anyone pass her for a professional mourner. She suddenly broke out from her seat and ran towards the mouth of the six-foot grave, barefooted.... Read More

Nigerian Voices

death, depression, FAMILY, fathers, nigeria, Nigerian Voices, prophecies, Seers, suffering

October 31, 2016

Nnamdi Jude Atupulazi: Tea Mornings, 1997 [Winner of Nigerian Voices Competition]

by Nnamdi Jude Atupulazi Mummy was a teacher. She lived far away from us because the government would not grant her a transfer so she could be with Daddy and us. She lived with two of my younger siblings, while my immediate younger brother (Tonto) and I lived with Daddy and grandma –whom we called Mma... Read More

Nigerian Voices

FAMILY, Nigerian Voices, nigerians, Nnamdi Jude, Overcoming adversity, poverty, Winning essay

October 29, 2016

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s diary (Chapter 4)

by Iweka Kingsley In commemoration of October as the month Breast Cancer awareness globally, Iweka Kingsley writes about a fourteen years old girl diagnosed with breast cancer who shares events of her life through a private diary she keeps. He believes that the cancer campaign all over the world should be amplified and hopes EMILY’S DIARY will drive consciousness and inspire hope... Read More

breast cancer, Emily's Diary, FAMILY, Health, parenting, women

October 27, 2016

Chinua Ezenwa-Ohaeto: The ties that bind

by Chinua Ezenwa-Ohaeto “Frank, that’s not the right way to put on your sandals,” I said to my younger brother who had his left foot in the right foot sandal and the right foot in the left. He stopped walking towards me and stared at me very confused. He was lax and calm, permissive and... Read More

Nigerian Voices

Big brothers, culture, FAMILY, Inquisitiveness, life, Love, nigeria, Religion

October 25, 2016

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s diary (Chapter 3)

breast cancer awareness, Emily's Diary, FAMILY, Health, nigeria, women

October 21, 2016

Chukwuemeke Victor Esumeh: Life is sweet, bitter, sour [Nigerian Voices]

by Chukwuemeke Victor Esumeh There have always been ups and downs that seems to place situational hurdles on the path of human progression. From our growing up days till now – that we can make life changing decisions without been shot for it: knowing fully well that we stand to bear the brunt of the outcome... Read More

Nigerian Voices

Adversity, education, FAMILY, life, nigeria

October 20, 2016

Raji Aliu Akanni: I took on a police officer [Nigerian Voices]

by Raji Aliu Akanni Police is your friend. That was what we learnt. As a young school leaver, I had learnt a lot about the phenomena of rights and liberty. I can still remember vividly my social studies teacher, tall and huge, holding his chalk and scribbling on the blackboard. He thought me quite well... Read More

Nigerian Voices

corruption, damages, DPO, FAMILY, Legal rights, Nigerian Police Force

October 20, 2016

Moses Kamil: The story of my whole life at Kings College [Nigerian Voices]

by Moses Kamil I saw the article on this competition some days back and I felt like Eureka! This is what I’ve been waiting for a very long. I’ve always wanted to write a piece about myself, for people to read and see if anyone else felt that way also or I was just the... Read More

Nigerian Voices

bedwetting, Body image issues, exam malpractice, FAMILY, friendship, Girls, nigeria, School, writer

October 18, 2016

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s Diary (Chapter 2)

In commemoration of October as the month Breast Cancer awareness globally, Iweka Kingsley writes about a fourteen years old girl diagnosed with breast cancer who shares events of her life through a private diary she keeps. He believes that the cancer campaign all over the world should be amplified and hopes EMILY’S DIARY will drive consciousness and inspire hope and real actions... Read More

breast cancer awareness, Emily's Diary, FAMILY, Health, women

October 18, 2016

Blessing Iyamadiken: Love was… [Nigerian Voices]

by Blessing Iyamadiken Love was… Growing up, I wanted a certain degree of love and affection, one that wasn’t just about school fees being paid, or about being fed or housed, as these are the normal things that any child should have. I wanted more, more love, more affection, but most importantly, I wanted peace in... Read More

Nigerian Voices

education, FAMILY, life, Love, nigeria, Relationships

October 16, 2016

Wilfred Okiche: When mourning is beautiful [NEW VOICES]

by Wilfred Okiche Death is a sad affair. But mourning can be a beautiful thing. This part of the world, there is a strong belief that burying of the dead should be a communal effort involving loved ones, friends and family. No matter how private the life, one must never be allowed to mourn alone.... Read More

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burial, death, eastern nigeria, FAMILY, igbo culture, mourning, New Voices, Nnewi, sticky

October 15, 2016

Igwe Ozioma Peace: A corset and a smile [Nigerian Voices]

by Igwe Ozioma Peace The clock on the parlour wall chimed- one ringing bong. Could it really be two O’clock in the morning? I sat on the floor, wondering what had happened. My mum had stormed into our room, “open the gates!” had been her order, then she had zoomed out with my dad, leaving... Read More

Nigerian Voices

Doctors, FAMILY, Health, medical institution, nigeria, Prostrate Cancer, survival

October 15, 2016

Tosin Dada: My mum is dying? [Nigerian Voices]

by Tosin Dada Is she dying? The words were slurred because my tongue felt thick and heavy from the tears that chocked my throat. I kept looking straight ahead at the tap head as though expecting an answer from it. Yes she is. The answer came in my head; maybe it was God himself answering... Read More

Nigerian Voices

breast cancer, death, FAMILY, Health, nigeria

October 13, 2016

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s Diary (Chapter 1)

breast cancer awareness, Emily's Diary, FAMILY, Health, nigeria, women

October 11, 2016

Ugochukwu Favour: A tribute to our late sister [Nigerian Voices]

by Ugochukwu Favour When she was alive, she did not forget the birth date of every of our family member, as she called to remind us. She would call to know if any of us had wished the person celebrating a very Special Happy Birthday. During her dates, if you fail to call her, she... Read More

Nigerian Voices

death, eulogy, FAMILY, God, Religion

October 10, 2016

Aderonke Adebanjo: Nigerian parents need to know that marriage is not everything [NEW VOICES]

I was having a conversation with a friend recently – one that I’ve had a few times with different people – and every time I have this conversation, it sparks something in me and it usually gets me pretty worked up. You might have noticed, perhaps because it constitutes your personal experience, that most Nigerian... Read More

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cultural practices, FAMILY, Marriage, New Voices, nigeria, parenting, patriarchy, sticky, youth

October 9, 2016

Godfrey Akozi: I survived against all odds [Nigerian Voices]

by Godfrey Akozi The events that preceded my birth and the ones that followed till this day are worth sharing. My dad forcefully divorced a pregnant wife after six months of marriage 26 years ago. This was a young beautiful lady, whose education was cut short by her illiterate parents when my dad appeared from nowhere... Read More

Nigerian Voices

children, culture, dads, FAMILY, nigeria, step mothers, Survivor

October 6, 2016

Jennifer Chioma Amadi: Growing up [Nigerian Voices]

by Jennifer Chioma Amadi Childhood is one phase that has so much influence on every individual. This is where the training that the adult usually does not depart from when he is old is acquired. Though we may learn other things while growing, experiences, memories and most scars sustained from childhood are usually carried throughout... Read More

Nigerian Voices

children, FAMILY, nigeria, step mothers

October 6, 2016

Chiebuka Ojukwu: Death came [Nigerian Voices]

by Chiebuka Ojukwu I remember it vividly. The day the sun came down and never went up. I was in my third year at the university. It was a gloomy afternoon when I received a phone call from my uncle Desmond telling me that my father had died and that I should tell my mother.... Read More

Nigerian Voices

death, FAMILY, nigeria, transporters

September 21, 2016

The Thread: On the true essence of International Peace Day

Today marks the celebration of International Peace Day – a day set aside by the United Nations General Assembly to strengthen “the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples”. This year’s theme; ‘Sustainable Development Goals: Building Blocks for Peace’, might seem like a tall order particularly in these days of random bombings... Read More

Citizenship

FAMILY, Human family, International peace day, UN General Assembly

August 30, 2016

Why I quit politics – Ohakim

Former Governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim on Tuesday explained why he quit partisan politics. Ohakim who governed the state between 2007 to 2011 said he took the decision in order to devote more time to his family. In a post on his Facebook page, Ohakim said he would be concentrating more on mentoring the... Read More

FAMILY, Ikedi Ohakim, imo state, Politics, quit

Lekan Olanrewaju: Nigerian doctors are pretty awesome [NEW VOICES]

Otasowie Christabel Ogiemwonyi: When the curtains do not fall [Nigerian Voices]

Nwachukwu Olusegun Nwachukwu: Choices [Nigerian Voices]

Ezinne Ajoku: Family is everything [NEW VOICES]

Frances Ogamba: Sister, sister

Joel Ighosa Ighalo: The making of a truly Nigerian family [NEXT]

Ayodotun Rotimi-Akinfenwa: The intern movie and my random reflections [NEW VOICES]

How undergraduate plotted her kidnap to collect N6m ransom from family

Experience an amazing treat at the Festac Food Fair this November

Stanley Chidiebere Okonkwo: No one told us [Nigerian Voices]

Nnamdi Jude Atupulazi: Tea Mornings, 1997 [Winner of Nigerian Voices Competition]

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s diary (Chapter 4)

Chinua Ezenwa-Ohaeto: The ties that bind

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s diary (Chapter 3)

Chukwuemeke Victor Esumeh: Life is sweet, bitter, sour [Nigerian Voices]

Raji Aliu Akanni: I took on a police officer [Nigerian Voices]

Moses Kamil: The story of my whole life at Kings College [Nigerian Voices]

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s Diary (Chapter 2)

Blessing Iyamadiken: Love was… [Nigerian Voices]

Wilfred Okiche: When mourning is beautiful [NEW VOICES]

Igwe Ozioma Peace: A corset and a smile [Nigerian Voices]

Tosin Dada: My mum is dying? [Nigerian Voices]

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s Diary (Chapter 1)

Ugochukwu Favour: A tribute to our late sister [Nigerian Voices]

Aderonke Adebanjo: Nigerian parents need to know that marriage is not everything [NEW VOICES]

Godfrey Akozi: I survived against all odds [Nigerian Voices]

Jennifer Chioma Amadi: Growing up [Nigerian Voices]

Chiebuka Ojukwu: Death came [Nigerian Voices]

The Thread: On the true essence of International Peace Day

Why I quit politics – Ohakim

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