Simba | Poetry

Sing to me my dear simba Let the melody from deep within create a warm sensation down my spine Let the rhythm engulf my soul and seize my heart Let your rhymes raise up rays of happiness and fill my emptiness Let this feeling make me whole Dance with me my jewel Let my ears … Read more

Sonni Alli – The Opportunist

The inhabitants of Timbuktu, driven to desperation by the cruel and oppressive Tuarqui, sought the aid of Sonni Alli, a shrewd politician and skilled soldier, to rescue the crumbling Mali Empire from their clutches. Alli indeed succeeded in liberating the region from the Tuarqui’s tyranny, but his ambitions extended beyond mere heroics. Employing ruthless tactics, … Read more

Nsibidi: Africa’s Ancient Pictographic Language

Language is often considered the quintessential tool for communication, a bridge connecting people across cultures and generations. Yet, there exist languages that are intentionally cryptic, shrouded in secrecy, and passed down through select groups. Nsibidi, an ancient African script dating as far back as the 4th century, is one such enigmatic language. Rooted in pictography, … Read more

Social Impact in the Digital Age: The Era of Social Inter-preneurs

I resolved to dedicate a significant portion of my life to promoting a concept I call “Inter-preneurship,” a groundbreaking approach that harnesses the boundless potential of the internet for entrepreneurial pursuits. This fervent commitment led me to embark on a transformative journey known as the “Inter-preneurship Nexus.” However, after the resounding success of the second … Read more

The Power of Gradual and Authentic Growth in Calabar’s Branding Landscape

Brands in Calabar often struggle to establish enduring legacies, primarily due to a widespread neglect of what I consider the foundation of brand development: trust. Robert Kiyosaki’s perspective on branding highlights its two fundamental elements – a promise and an experience. The essence of a brand lies in the fusion of these components. Initially, people … Read more

Managing Uncertainties in Brand Building: Strategies for Startup Success

Launching a startup in today’s ever-changing environment is fraught with uncertainties. Determining the perfect product and identifying your target audience can be elusive, even with meticulous market surveys and planning. Clayton Christensen once stated that “Over 30,000 new products are introduced each year, with 95% failing.” Many business experts advocate asking the market what it … Read more

Tribunal Verdict: Key Rulings and Consequences in Peter Obi vs. Bola Tinubu Election Petition Case

The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) rendered a significant verdict today, September 6, with far-reaching consequences for the petition brought forth by Peter Obi and the Labour Party (LP) against the election of President Bola Tinubu. In a decisive move, the court invalidated the testimony of 10 out of the 13 witnesses enlisted by Obi … Read more

President Tinubu Receives Petition Against Africa’s Richest Man, Dangote, Over Alleged $3.4 Billion Transaction Through Nigeria’s Central Bank

In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s financial and political circles, a petition has been filed against Aliko Dangote, the wealthiest individual in Africa, accusing him of being involved in a controversial $3.4 billion transaction via Nigeria’s Central Bank. The petition was received by President Tinubu and has sparked intense discussions about … Read more