Why You Should Say No to Alcohol in Your 20s — Telegram founder

If you’re in your 20s and driven to build something great, here’s a powerful piece of advice from Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov: Never drink alcohol. While it might seem like a normal part of socializing, alcohol has far-reaching effects that go beyond the temporary buzz. DuRove, who hasn’t touched alcohol in nearly 20 years, has watched many successful people…

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LEKKI: the Cults, Crimes, and Costs of Stardom

Lekki is an area in Lagos state, Nigeria, known for its rapid development and a blend of modernity and tradition. It has become a hotspot for celebrities in the music and Nollywood industries, attracting aspiring talents who hope to make connections with established figures. The place is always alive, buzzing with energy. Neon lights bounce off luxury cars, towering…

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Old Ways Cannot Open New Doors

The small town of Ebekwe had always thrived on tradition. Its people were known for sticking to their ways, generation after generation. In this town, progress was measured by how closely one followed the footsteps of their ancestors. And so, life moved in predictable cycles. Nothing changed. Nothing ever needed to, they believed. Adaora, a young woman with bright…

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Breaking News: 5 Nigerian Air Force Personnel Die In Road Crash

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed death of five personnel in a road accident. A statement by the NAF spokesman, Air Cdre Olusola Akinboyewa, said the personnel were involved in a road accident on Tuesday along Jos-Akwanga expressway. He said the personnel were heading to Abuja for a sporting event when their vehicle had a head-on collision with…

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The Birth of the Trans-African Highway: Bridging 22 Nations

The Trans-African Highway Network, Africa’s most ambitious infrastructure project, is set to revolutionize transportation and trade across the continent. The Trans-African Highway network comprises transcontinental road projects in Africa being developed by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa(UNECA), the African Development Bank (ADB), and the African Union in conjunction with regional international communities. This monumental pan-African initiative aims to integrate nine major highways that will…

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Harris vs. Trump: The Policy Battle that Could Reshape America’s Future

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump present sharply contrasting policy visions, especially on issues like abortion, climate change, foreign policy, immigration, gun control, and healthcare. These differences reflect their personal beliefs and also the broader ideological split between their respective parties. Abortion Kamala Harris, as a Democrat, is a staunch defender of reproductive…

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When the Elephant Eats Coconut

The elephant once smashed coconuts with savage might,Each strike a hammer, bending the trees to its monstrous will. But now you see it, slow and mild, Eating calmly, with the gentleness of a child. The days of breaking hard shells with might, Seem distant now, hidden from sight. You meet it soft, but know it well, There was a…

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How Twitter’s Revenue Program Is Leading Nigeria to Ruin

Since Elon Musk took over Twitter, the platform has taken a turn that, in the Nigerian context, holds dangerous implications. While it was once a tool for activism, like during the #EndSARS movement, Twitter now thrives on clickbait, misinformation, and provocative content, prioritizing revenue generation over truth. Nigerian users, aware of this shift, have joined the race for engagement,…

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ACIS-M Demands Release of H.T. Soweto and 21 Other Protesters Arrested on #EndSARS Anniversary

A Nigerian based Pan-African and Anti-Imperialist organization, Amilcar Cabral Ideological School Movement (ACIS-M) has condemned the arrest of Hassan Taiwo Soweto and 21 others during a peaceful protest commemorating the 4th anniversary of the #EndSARS massacre at Lekki Toll Gate. ACIS-M called for the immediate release of the arrested protesters, decrying the Bola Tinubu regime’s continued repression of peaceful…

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Anniversary of Bloodshed: Remembering the Lekki Massacre

It was October 20, 2020—an evening forever seared into our memories. I stood among a multitude of peaceful protesters at Lekki Toll Gate, chanting, holding the Nigerian flag high, and demanding justice. The End SARS movement was our collective cry against the brutality of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). We believed in a better Nigeria, and for days, we…

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