Saheed

Ìjàpá and danger of repeated stories

I grew up hating the tortoise in Yoruba folktales, taught to believe he was greedy and sneaky. Years later, research on the same stories showed me the tortoise was never the villain. This piece looks at why that matters far…

Misinformation: Our schools teach us to ‘lie’, not to catch one

I learnt to write fake stories in primary school. That experience reveals why Nigeria must embed media literacy into its school curriculum to combat widespread misinformation.

Storytelling for social change: Can one story change the course of history?

Can one story change the course of history? From Emmett Till's open casket to undercover investigations shaking Nigeria's institutions, this piece explores why storytelling – not statistics – is the engine of social change and how you can use it.

Twice Neglected: The untold story of people with disabilities battling drug use disorder

This story explores the complex intersection between disability and drug abuse in Nigeria, revealing how structural neglect, discrimination, and social exclusion push many PWDs into substance dependence and total silence.

Breaking barriers: Ending global book famine for blind readers

Despite technological advancements, less than 10% of books are accessible to blind individuals, limiting their access to education and independent living. The Marrakesh Treaty and the Accessible Book Consortium (ABC) are working to change this by enabling the global exchange…

Talking about maternal health in Nigeria — How many lives are at stake?

Many women in Nigeria have lost their lives or suffered severe complications due to unsafe abortions. This article explores the crisis of unsafe abortion and highlights actionable solutions for improving women's access to comprehensive healthcare.
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