The Federal Government actively commits to transforming Nigeria into a global hub for digital innovation and entrepreneurship. During the Innovation Support Network (ISN) 2023…
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Nigeria finds itself in the grips of darkness once more as the national grid system, operated by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) from…
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Ohanaeze Ndigbo expressed gratitude to the UK government and Nigerian embassy for opening a temporary Enugu visa center, announced via a press release from…
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Introduction: Hey there, today, we’re diving deep into the creators’ economy of 2023. This transformative industry is reshaping the way we think about creativity…
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Ecobank Nigeria Limited has disclosed that its decision to promote the Adire textile is mainly to boost tourism and culture in Africa, especially now…
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The National Industrial Court in Abuja has issued an interim order, effectively restraining the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC)…
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President Muhammadu Buhari, Monday, May 22, 2023, commissioned the Dangote Refinery with the aim of propelling Nigeria towards becoming a net exporter of petroleum…
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Based on the Creative Vibrancy Index for Africa (CVIA), 12 African cities were evaluated on their ability to promote and facilitate the arts, culture,…
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Cultural Implications of the Importation of Second-Hand Clothing a.ka. ‘Okrika’ in Africa
The importation of second-hand clothing, also known as “Okrika”, is a common practice in Nigeria despite being prohibited by Nigerian customs. This practice has…