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 […]
Reimagining Nigeria: Unleashing Economic Justice and Fair Wealth Redistribution
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 […]
The Limitations of the Tsangaya and Daara systems of West Africa: Why young boys are roaming the streets of Nigeria and Senegal.
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, […]