Recent Posts
Being “Jay-Jay” Okocha’s nephew
“I grew up watching Nigerian football and read all about my uncle’s [Jay-Jay Okocha] remarkable career and the success story of [Nwankwo] Kanu with Nigeria and Arsenal. He always tells … Continue reading Being “Jay-Jay” Okocha’s nephew
Kenny: Let’s talk about Africa
I recently met up with Julia Bwoma, founder of Question Africa. Julia is currently preparing to qualify as a barrister and is a staunch advocate for the development of a united … Continue reading Kenny: Let’s talk about Africa
Legal Revision Classes in London
Have you made provision for revision? Sometimes an intense burst of revision on a particular subject is just what you need to turn things around and help you to secure … Continue reading Legal Revision Classes in London
Kenny: Nigeria – The Great ‘Intellectual’ Diaspora?
Sometimes it’s good to just sit back and listen. A few Sundays ago, as I sat nestled into the back of my parents’ car, I was able to do just … Continue reading Kenny: Nigeria – The Great ‘Intellectual’ Diaspora?
Arsenal sign Chioma Ubogagu
“I never played with dolls… I literally copied my brothers on anything. My mom loved it because she wouldn’t have to worry about me. I would just be out of … Continue reading Arsenal sign Chioma Ubogagu
‘Democracy, Deferred’ by Chimamanda Adichie
Last week, Victor, a carpenter, came to my Lagos home to fix a broken chair. I asked him whom he preferred as Nigeria’s next president: the incumbent, Goodluck Jonathan, or his … Continue reading ‘Democracy, Deferred’ by Chimamanda Adichie
Too much ‘drama’ in my life
Continuing our ‘Time Management’ theme we take a look at the rise of online TV shows. Last time around, Afolabi spoke about learning to be passionate about our responsibilities in … Continue reading Too much ‘drama’ in my life
Meet 21year old multi-millionaire, Olajide Olatunji @KSIOlajidebt
Olajide Olatunji – better known as KSI – is one of the world’s most influential and bankable YouTube stars. The 21 year old is one of the UK’s most popular digital … Continue reading Meet 21year old multi-millionaire, Olajide Olatunji @KSIOlajidebt
2,000 killed – When will it stop?
Every so often, acts occur, so barbaric in nature, it would be unjust not to report them. The time for silence has now gone. Hundreds of bodies – too many to count … Continue reading 2,000 killed – When will it stop?
Nigeria’s Cafe Neo, the African Starbucks?
“It’s a new way… a new approach to coffee, a new approach where we, as Africans, drink the coffee that we produce, that’s been a gift for us, as opposed … Continue reading Nigeria’s Cafe Neo, the African Starbucks?
Interview with Visual Artist, Antonio Nnamdi
‘I remember the day somebody bought one of my designs. I was young at the time so I wasn’t used to having certain amounts in my pocket. I said to … Continue reading Interview with Visual Artist, Antonio Nnamdi
Nigeria – The price of oil has taken its toll
A slump in world oil prices was recently reported, which affected producers across the globe; some more than others. The price of crude oil plunged to a seven-year low as … Continue reading Nigeria – The price of oil has taken its toll
