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COCOA HOUSE: A Timeless Symbol of Nigeria’s Economic Vision in the Heart of Ibadan
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February 25, 2026 • 151 views

COCOA HOUSE: A Timeless Symbol of Nigeria’s Economic Vision in the Heart of Ibadan

Rising above Dugbe in Ibadan, Cocoa House is West Africa’s first skyscraper, built in 1965 from cocoa revenue under Obafemi Awolowo’s leadership. Once the headquarters of the Western Nigeria Marketing Board, it symbolizes agricultural wealth, visionary governance, and regional pride. Cocoa House stands today as a bold reminder that Nigeria once built greatness from the soil.

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The Impact of Kobafest in Kogi State: Celebrating Culture,
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February 12, 2026 • 391 views

The Impact of Kobafest in Kogi State: Celebrating Culture,

In recent years, Kobafest (Kogi Book and Art Festival) has emerged as one of Kogi State’s most promising cultural initiatives a festival that celebrates literature, arts, tradition, and creative expression. Organized by the Awareness Literary Society, Kobafest is more than just a cultural gathering: it has become a platform for empowerment, cultural pride, and socio-economic stimulation in the state.

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HOUSE OF DEFIANCE: Mary Slessors Sacred Shelter in Calabar
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February 4, 2026 • 303 views

HOUSE OF DEFIANCE: Mary Slessors Sacred Shelter in Calabar

Mary Slessor’s Sacred Shelter in Calabar is more than a building, it is a moral landmark. From its quiet rooms, a fearless woman challenged brutal customs, defended twins, and reshaped community life. The house endures as proof that courage can live humbly, and that compassion, once rooted, outlives its messenger.

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COCOA HOUSE: A Timeless Symbol of Nigeria’s Economic Vision in the Heart of Ibadan
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February 25, 2026 • 151 views

COCOA HOUSE: A Timeless Symbol of Nigeria’s Economic Vision in the Heart of Ibadan

Rising above Dugbe in Ibadan, Cocoa House is West Africa’s first skyscraper, built in 1965 from cocoa revenue under Obafemi Awolowo’s leadership. Once the headquarters of the Western Nigeria Marketing Board, it symbolizes agricultural wealth, visionary governance, and regional pride. Cocoa House stands today as a bold reminder that Nigeria once built greatness from the soil.

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The Impact of Kobafest in Kogi State: Celebrating Culture,
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February 12, 2026 • 391 views

The Impact of Kobafest in Kogi State: Celebrating Culture,

In recent years, Kobafest (Kogi Book and Art Festival) has emerged as one of Kogi State’s most promising cultural initiatives a festival that celebrates literature, arts, tradition, and creative expression. Organized by the Awareness Literary Society, Kobafest is more than just a cultural gathering: it has become a platform for empowerment, cultural pride, and socio-economic stimulation in the state.

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HOUSE OF DEFIANCE: Mary Slessors Sacred Shelter in Calabar
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February 4, 2026 • 303 views

HOUSE OF DEFIANCE: Mary Slessors Sacred Shelter in Calabar

Mary Slessor’s Sacred Shelter in Calabar is more than a building, it is a moral landmark. From its quiet rooms, a fearless woman challenged brutal customs, defended twins, and reshaped community life. The house endures as proof that courage can live humbly, and that compassion, once rooted, outlives its messenger.

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Tinubu Felicitates with the Kuti Family as Fela Kuti’s Legacy Shines Globally
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February 2, 2026 • 113 views

Tinubu Felicitates with the Kuti Family as Fela Kuti’s Legacy Shines Globally

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Kuti family following the historic global recognition of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti, whose legacy continues to shape African and world music decades after his passing. In his message, the President described Fela as more than a musician — he was a fearless voice, cultural revolutionary, and symbol of African resistance and creativity. Tinubu praised Fela’s courage in using music as a tool for truth, justice, and social change.

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Assin Manso: The River That Carried Chains and Memories.
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January 17, 2026 • 117 views

Assin Manso: The River That Carried Chains and Memories.

Assin Manso Slave River in Ghana marks a haunting chapter of the transatlantic slave trade. Once a collection point for enslaved Africans, the river bore witness to family separations and unimaginable suffering. Today, it serves as a place of remembrance, reflection, and spiritual connection, preserving the stories of resilience, ancestral prayers, and the enduring spirit of those who endured its waters.

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Africans on the Table
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January 15, 2026 • 105 views

Africans on the Table

A Talk Africa NG Initiative Africans on the Table is a focused initiative under Talk Africa NG dedicated to amplifying African voices, resilience, and leadership in global and local conversations. For this phase, operations are active in: Abuja (FCT) Kogi State Lagos State Through storytelling, advocacy, and community engagement, we are intentionally placing Africa where it belongs — at the table.

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Mambila Hills: Where the Sky Learns the Language of the Land
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January 7, 2026 • 174 views

Mambila Hills: Where the Sky Learns the Language of the Land

The Mambila Hills of Taraba State rise quietly above Nigeria’s lowlands, wrapped in mist and memory. Cool, ancient, and culturally grounded, the plateau blends history, spirituality, and endurance. It is a land shaped by altitude and ancestral wisdom, where traditions remain intact, life moves deliberately, and the earth feels closer to the heavens.

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Agbokim Waterfalls — Where Water Keeps Ancestral Memory
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January 6, 2026 • 105 views

Agbokim Waterfalls — Where Water Keeps Ancestral Memory

Agbokim Waterfalls, hidden in Cross River’s forests, is where the Kwa River splits into many voices and falls with ancestral force. Older than borders, it served as pause and passage for local communities. Here, water becomes memory—flowing proof that African history lives, breathes, and endures without walls and written silence.

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Arochukwu Long Juju Slave Route: Where belief became law, and footsteps faded into chains
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January 5, 2026 • 143 views

Arochukwu Long Juju Slave Route: Where belief became law, and footsteps faded into chains

The Arochukwu Long Juju Slave Route is history carved in silence. Through sacred trials at Ibini Ukpabi, lives were condemned and quietly rerouted into bondage. Forest paths, stone steps, and dark tunnels still testify: belief once became law, and law became chains; memory stands, warning generations against power without truth.

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Peter Okoye Praises Stonebwoy’s Work Ethic and Humility
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December 26, 2025 • 432 views

Peter Okoye Praises Stonebwoy’s Work Ethic and Humility

Peter Okoye (Mr P) praises Stonebwoy’s humility and professionalism following their musical collaboration. Nigerian music star Peter Okoye, also known professionally as Mr P, has publicly praised Ghanaian dancehall artist Stonebwoy for his “exceptional humility and professionalism,” highlighting the strength of cross-border collaboration in West African music. Speaking on The Afternoon Show on TV3 on December 24, 2025, Mr P recounted his experience working with Stonebwoy on their 2025 hit single “Odo”, describing the Ghanaian artist’s commitment to his craft as “extraordinary. According to Mr P, Stonebwoy flew from Ghana to Nigeria on the same day he sent his verse and arrived punctually for the music video shoot, a gesture he said demonstrated respect, dedication and a rare work ethic in the industry

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Pregnancy Spotlight: Simi Unveils Baby Bump in Adekunle Gold’s Music Video — Internet Buzzes With Love
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December 26, 2025 • 282 views

Pregnancy Spotlight: Simi Unveils Baby Bump in Adekunle Gold’s Music Video — Internet Buzzes With Love

Simi proudly unveils her baby bump in Adekunle Gold’s new music video “Together Forever,” sparking love and celebration online. Nigerian singer and songwriter Simi has captured the spotlight after proudly unveiling her baby bump in the newly released music video by her husband, Adekunle Gold. The visual for their latest song, “Together Forever”, premiered on December 24, 2025, and has since sparked excitement across social media platforms, with fans showering the couple in messages of love and congratulations.

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Afrobeat Legend Fela Kuti to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 2026 Grammy Awards
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December 23, 2025 • 244 views

Afrobeat Legend Fela Kuti to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 2026 Grammy Awards

The Recording Academy has announced that legendary Nigerian musician Fela Anikulapo-Kuti will be posthumously honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, recognising his monumental influence on global music and culture. The prestigious honour, presented by the Academy’s National Trustees to artists whose creative contributions have had “outstanding artistic significance,” will be presented at the Special Merit Awards Ceremony on January 31, 2026, during Grammy Week in Los Angeles, a day before the main Grammy broadcast.

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