Written by: Abidemi Adegoke. It is therefore important that efforts are put in place to stem this tide and bring the cultural heritage of Africa to the forefront. Attachments of importance to certain ethos that guide engagements at the individual, family, and societal levels are at the core of every human society. These ethos, also […]
Image source: Pexel Northern Nigeria, endowed with extensive human and material resources, regrettably remains underexploited. Despite its considerable potential, the region grapples with challenges such as poverty, illiteracy, and the escalating threat of terrorism. Within this somber context, the predicament of almajiri children serves as a poignant reminder of unmet promises in the region. The […]
Dora Moono Nyambe – The Sun Prior to 2011, Zambia dazzled as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, proudly ascending to lower-middle-income nation status. However, the economic narrative took an unexpected turn, plunging into a consistent decline, reaching one of its worst moments in 2020 during the global pandemic. Despite the prevailing gloom with a […]
Photo by Gpop Yef – A young girl hawking. Some of the biggest yet often overlooked contributors to the exclusion of women from opportunities in African societies can be attributed to the prevalent cultural and religious beliefs in the region. I have observed significant efforts dedicated to promoting women’s inclusion in the formal world. However, […]
Photo by Muhammad Taha Ibrahim Ma’aji on Unsplash Society is a network of relationships of people who share common institutions and cultures. It is the web of companionship and interactions among human beings that involve sharing common economic, social, and cultural values and undertakings among others. Given these definitions, it is justifiable to refer to Nigeria […]
Image Source: VOA News Education is about passing down what society knows. It teaches reading, writing, and math, as well as values and ethics. As such, It’s incredibly important for any country to strive to educate its populace. The role of girl-child education is apparent and not phantom in view of the responsibilities they are […]
Image Source: Wilderness Travel “Virgin Passport”. This was the first controversial term I heard when planning my trip and a good example of an abused use of context. I was told I had to pay more if this was my first road trip across the West African borders. As much as I struggled to […]
Photo by Pexels This is not the first time Nigerians are leaving Nigeria, However, the numbers seem to be growing at an unprecedented rate. The stark fact is that people are frustrated and have been denied basic infrastructure and life amenities. These idealistic, smart, hardworking young people have been left with almost no other option […]
Photo by Safari Consoler Whenever I think about this topic, two things come to my mind. First, the monthly minimum wage in Nigeria is still N30,000 (Approx. $40 at N775.50 per $1 – as of June 25th, 2023.) – which is still not paid by all the states. Second, that some state government’s contract staff earn about […]
A painting of the Almajiri kids, Credit: Bulama (2019) The tale of the Talibes or the Almajiri child illustrates the harsh realities of marginalized youth in Senegal and Northern Nigeria who face several obstacles in the Tsangaya and Daara school systems. This article explores the significant and pervasive struggles these kids experience, illuminating the social, […]