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Stupidophobia is the Beginning of Wisdom

If you have a morbid fear of being stupid or being perceived as stupid by your peers and associates, you are suffering from stupidophobia, a.k.a. stultophobia. Many well educated people suffer this condition because it directly affects their claim to social relevance and intellectual depth.  In the last 100 years, very few intellectuals have devoted Read More…

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Review: Yemi Alade and Ziggy Marley unite for global harmony in ‘Peace & Love

Yemi Alade, one of Nigeria’s foremost Afro-pop stars, joins forces with reggae royalty Ziggy Marley in the powerful and uplifting song “Peace & Love.” Released on Yemi Alade’s album “Rebel Queen,” this track is more than just a collaboration; it’s a call to global unity and harmony. “Peace & Love” blends Afro-pop with reggae, creating Read More…

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Sand Filling in Lagos – A Major Threat to Coastal Communities, says Rhodes-Vivour

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, former gubernatorial candidate of Lagos State under the Labour Party (LP), has raised serious concerns about the ongoing sand filling activities in the state, particularly in coastal communities like Makoko. He warns that these activities are a major threat and the primary cause of flooding in Lagos. In a recent interview, Rhodes-Vivour criticized Read More…

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Violence Erupts at Lagos Marathon as Sowore, Media Crew Attacked

Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress in the 2023 elections, was reportedly assaulted by suspected thugs at the Lagos City Marathon on Saturday morning. The incident occurred while he was participating in the event alongside members of his media crew. Journalists covering the marathon were also targeted, with several injured and Read More…