AbdulBasit is a student of Medical Lab Science in UNILAG who writes mostly Nigerian history, current affairs, and explores the extraordinary journeys of Nigerians beating the odds. His works have been ...

“Asiwaju has done it before, he can do it again.” If you still stay in Nigeria (and haven’t JAND), you must have heard Nigerians clamouring his name, shouting on top of their voices. In February, Bola ...

A National Symbol is a unique object, landmark or sign recognized as representing a particular country or nation. They are often significant to the country’s history, culture, or authority. Hence, ...

Nigeria’s journey from merely three (3) regions to thirty-six (36) states not only shaped our political landscape but also reflected the evolution of the military governments. We can see from the ...

Writing and submitting your entry for an essay competition is a good way to leverage on your idea and writing skills. The benefits of writing essays may include cash prizes, scholarships, mentorship, ...

There’s been a lot of debates going on the internet (Twitter especially) as to whether government-owned universities are actually better than private universities in Nigeria. Some say that federal and ...

The gubernatorial or governorship elections are usually conducted every 4 years, corresponding with the four-year term every governor is to serve unless they are re-elected for a second term. In ...

Lagos, Nigeria hosts an extraordinary narrative—one of determination, vision, and chess as a catalyst for change. Tunde Onakoya stands at the center of this story, his name becoming synonymous with ...

In the early 19th century, a significant religious and political movement swept across northern Nigeria, forever changing the region’s landscape. This movement, known as the Fulani Jihad or the Sokoto ...

Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) is a top ranking University of technology in Nigeria and indeed the nation’s pride. Their anthem places emphasis on the students, the FUTARIANS.

Being the premier, University of Ibadan’s (UI) anthem is testament to the academic flamboyance of the institution. The toneful anthem has only 2 verses.