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Dr. Ladi Dosei Kwali (1925-1984) was a Nigerian potter who is still known today as the pioneer of modern pottery in Nigeria. Ladi Kwali was born in the village of Kwali in the Gwari…
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Yesterday, while the sun shot its angry rays at my skin, a man stood a few feet to my right. His feet were firmly planted like a tree. I could tell his very presence commanded…
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Umaru Musa Yar’Adua (1951-2010) was a Nigerian politician who many believe left too soon. He was sworn in as the President of Nigeria on 29th May 2007 after winning the April 2007…
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I do not know how to speak my truth So I tell you what your ears itch to hear and paint it in colourful words and fragrant aromas to douse the air; gain the on-air court's…
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Dr Elizabeth Abimbola Awoliyi (1910-1971) was a pacesetter and a pioneer. She was someone who proved time and again that women can do it too. She was the first female physician in…
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I'm sorry. I'm sorry that I want to be given a chance; I should know my place. I'm sorry that I try too hard; I could never dream of outshining you. I'm sorry that I…
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We'll never get to share the things we shared before. Like: staring at the moon when the night is silent, walking an idle lane shoulder-rocking-shoulder and hand in hand. We'll…
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Chief Abdul-Ganiyu Oyesola Fawehinmi (1938-2009), popularly known as Gani Fawehinmi is a man you simply cannot say everything about. He was so many things: an author, a lawyer,…
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I pledge to Nigeria my country. To be faithful, loyal and honest. To serve Nigeria with all my strength. To defend her unity, and uphold her honour and glory. So help me…
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I want to cry, But all I do is gasp, As if my drowning is inevitable. I want to scream, But all I make is muffled silence - the echo of the wind. My mouth hangs…
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