Nelson Mandela, affectionately known as “Madiba” in his native South Africa, stands as one of history’s most inspiring leaders. Born in 1918, he dedicated his life to fighting against apartheid – a brutal system of racial segregation. Despite spending 27 years in prison (1963-1990), he emerged to become South Africa’s first Black president in 1994, …
Igbara-Oke, Ondo State born Prof Sophie Oluwole (originally from Edo state), was the first woman to earn a doctorate in Philosophy in Nigeria. She studied History, Geography, and Philosophy at UNILAG after which she was employed as an Assistant Lecturer in 1972. She earned her PhD in Philosophy at the University of Ibadan (UI), Ibadan. …
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The Serer people are one of the oldest and most influential ethnic groups in West Africa, particularly in the Senegalese, Gambian, and Mauritanian regions. With a rich cultural heritage and a deep connection to their historical roots, the Serer people have played a significant role in the development of the region’s social, political, and religious …
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Early Life and Education Born in Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Johnson O. Akinleye was one of 22 children. He pursued higher education in the United States, earning a bachelor’s degree in telecommunications and a master’s degree in media technology from Alabama A&M University. He later obtained a doctorate in human communications studies from Howard University. Academic and …
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A Dodge truck (license A5186; Olarewaju Bus Service) stands parked along a roadside in Southern Nigeria, circa 1940–1950. Nicknamed Bolekaja—a Yoruba phrase meaning “Come down, let’s fight”—these trucks, though slow and often unreliable, remained a staple on Nigerian roads. Many bore inscriptions like “No Condition is Permanent,” reflecting the resilience of their operators. When breakdowns …
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