A percipient look at how ministers have emerged from Akwa Ibom State since 1989 In the last 34 years, Akwa Ibom State has recorded a total number of 17 persons appointed as Ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The roll-call: Chief Senas John Ukpanah, Atuekong Donatus Obot Etiebet, lateContinue Reading
“The more closely united we are, the better we will resist oppression, corruption, and those divisive maneuvers which experts in the policy of “divide and rule” are resorting to” -Slain Congolese Leader; Patrice Lumumba By 1959 Patrice Lumumba was the most prominent nationalist and independence leader in the Congo. HisContinue Reading
In the face of historical challenges brought by Western powers, Africa’s indomitable spirit remains unwavering. As Pan Africans, we have weathered the storms of colonization, exploitation, and oppression. And yet, despite these negative afflictions, we continue to shine and illuminate the path towards a brighter future for our beloved continent.Continue Reading
This is the cockpit in which Charles Lindbergh sat while piloting the first aircraft to make a solo non-stop transatlantic flight, the Spirit of Saint Louis, in May of 1927. Note the periscope used instead of a forward window. The Spirit was designed and built in San Diego to competeContinue Reading
The map on the wall in the Reich Chancellery in Berlin was five meters (16.4 feet) tall. It showed Africa with rivers, lakes, a few place names and many white spots. When the Berlin Conference came to an end on February 26, 1885, after more than three months of deliberation,Continue Reading
Sigiriya is considered as one of the world’s greatest archaeological and cultural treasures due to its unique and impressive features. It is a remarkable ancient fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage site. There are several reasons why Sigiriya is considered as one of the world’s eight wonders: The Location AndContinue Reading
THE BIOGRAPHY OF HERBERT MACAULAY Olayinka Herbert Samuel Heelas Badmus Macaulay (14th November 1864 –7th May 1946) was a Nigerian nationalist, politician, engineer, architect, journalist, and musician and is considered by many Nigerians as the founder of Nigerian nationalism . Herbert Macaulay was born in Broad Street, Lagoson 14 NovemberContinue Reading
Late Igwe John Ejikeme Nebeolisa, it would be recalled, used to be one of the most popular multi-millionaires of the 1990s from the East. He was known to be a close buddy of Victor Okafor aka “Ezego” which translates as the king of money in Igbo language. John Nebeolisa duringContinue Reading