Born Aya Kanu Aya, MC Mbakara is a name synonymous with versatility and talent across various domains of the entertainment industry. From comedy to acting, from business to content creation, MC Mbakara has carved a niche for himself, captivating audiences with his wit, charm, and dynamic persona. A Versatile Career: MC Mbakara’s foray into the … Read more
The Passage du Gois or Gôa serves as a vital link between Beauvoir-sur-Mer and the picturesque island of Noirmoutier, nestled in the Vendée region along the majestic Atlantic coast of France. Spanning a distance of approximately 4.125 kilometers (2.6 miles), this causeway is submerged twice daily by the relentless advance of the high tide, while … Read more
Hidden amidst the labyrinthine pathways of the Père-Lachaise Cemetery in Paris lies an enigmatic tale, one that transcends time and tradition. It’s a legend that intertwines the realms of mortality and mystique, revolving around a young man named Victor Noir. But who was Victor Noir, and why does his memory continue to captivate the hearts … Read more
“Woe—” erupts the unmistakable shrill of the high oracle, tearing the womb of the night. • • • Parting dewy bushes, crushed underbrushes, lots of panting and sweating. Three stars in linear alignment above, no moon in sight, tar sky. Clad in well-oiled rags are the thieving men of Idi escaping a village. Idi is … Read more
Replying a follower who made a comment about most Northerners being illiterates, the lawyer, pastor, activist and author, Reno Omokri wrote; “Dear Okikiola, Thank you for your feedback. What an ignorant statement! First, not everybody in the North who goes by a Muslim name is Hausa. There are many ethnicities in the North and the … Read more
In the stark contrast between communities with abundant access to electricity and those still shrouded in darkness, lies the poignant tale of the Oke-Ogbe community. While fortunate individuals elsewhere enjoy the luxury of studying well into the night under the glow of electric lights, the reality for many in Oke-Ogbe is starkly different. Here, the … Read more
Meta, the parent company of social media giants Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, is gearing up to launch a groundbreaking feature on its Instagram and Facebook platforms in June 2024. This initiative is designed to empower Nigerian content creators, providing them with opportunities to monetize their work and sustainably earn a livelihood through these digital … Read more
Adeyanju Deji, a human rights activist and Convener of Concerned Nigerians, who was recently called to bar has released a note on social media condeming the killing of soldiers Delta State. The note which is titled; “ADEYANJU CONDEMN KILLING OF 16 SOLDIERS IN DELTA, COMMISIRATES WITH THE NIGERIAN ARMY & FAMILIES OF THE DECEASED” runs … Read more
In a harrowing incident that unfolded in Kukan Babangida village, Katsina State, at least eight traders fell victim to a deadly attack by gunmen suspected to be fleeing bandits. The traders had been returning from a weekly market in the Jibia local government area of the state when they were ambushed by assailants believed to … Read more
Like any ordinary man he roused from sleep and was doused into consciousness in the face of the penetrating heat of dawn. Dabbing his eyes with the back of his hand from where he was sprawled on the royal bed, the reassuring sight of his plush balcony, spacious bedchamber and exotic furnitures greeted his eyes, … Read more