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By Aisha Bubah According to the World Health Organization, up to 800, 000 people die by suicide yearly. These deaths are mostly prevalent in low and middle-income countries. Nigeria, a country with over 200 million people, has a severe dearth…

  By Saheed Ibrahim The Ojude Oba (king’s fore-court) Festival, held annually in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria, is a vibrant celebration that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba people. This event, which takes place on the third day…

Story Author: Phillip Anjorin Picture of students who benefited from the Initiative. Source: LinkedIn @Securecycle Miracle Bankole, a student of Ebenezer African Methodist school in Ita-Oshi, was ecstatic when she got a free backpack made with jeans from the members…

Saheed Ibrahim receiving certificates from the US Department of State and Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University, New York State after completing the Mandela Washington Fellowship in 2023 By Saheed Ibrahim “I always pity local journalists. If…

By Phillip Anjorin Olakunle Motunrayo had no intention of voting in Osun state at the February 2023 Presidential election because a few years before, she had an unforgettable experience. The 2018 governorship election that brought in Gboyega Oyetola of the…

By Emmanuel Oluwadola As young girls transition into womanhood, marked by the onset of menstruation, those living in disadvantaged communities face significant challenges. In these regions, basic survival needs often take precedence over ensuring a safe and hygienic menstrual experience…