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by Anwuli Oseloka Ikeja, the bustling heart of Lagos, remains vibrant and full of life even amid Nigeria’s ongoing economic challenges. Known for its commercial and entertainment hubs, Ikeja has …
Nightlife in Ikeja is Thriving Despite Economic Challenges Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi To commemorate World Suicide Prevention Day, IkejaBird, in partnership with Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative (MANI), organized a suicide awareness session at Dansol High School, Ikeja, to educate …
Suicide Prevention for Young People Read More
by Anwuli Oseloka ‘If Tinubu’s administration is claiming the just removed subsidy, what did they do then when fuel was increased to N500 per litre from N185 per litre after …
After the Protests, What’s Next? Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi Hopeless. Lost. Useless. This is how Daniella (name changed for privacy) felt when she was 20 years old. Life had come to a standstill for her. Nothing—work, …
World Suicide Prevention Day 2024: Changing The Narrative on Suicide Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi On Saturday, September 7th, the Anti-suicide and Depression Squad (ASADS) hosted the sixth edition of its annual Mental Health Speaks conference at Eridan Space, Ikeja, Lagos. This …
“Nigerians Need More Mental Health Support” Read More
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Dr. (Mrs). Uduak Ikpegbu a celebrated pathologist renowned for her groundbreaking work in diagnostic medicine. In this episode of “Conversations with a Celebrated …
Conversations with a Celebrated Pathologist Read More
By Aderonke A serious argument happened between a fuel attendant and a Nigerian man after it was revealed that the attendant mistakenly filled up his fuel tank. In the video …
“Wahala” – Nigerian man fights with pump attendant for filling up his fuel tank Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi What began as a small market with just a few shops in Otigba, Ikeja, in the late 90s has grown into Africa’s largest ICT gadgets hub. Today, …
How Computer Village is Boosting Surrounding Businesses in Ikeja Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi Growing up, Akinleye Busola Adebanke watched her mother cutting, mixing and selling herbs in Ikeja, and for over twenty years, she has become deeply rooted in the …
A Young Graduate is Modernizing Herbal Medicine Business Read More
By Anwuli Oseloka “Whenever I feel pain in my waist, I just take my Agbo and I feel a bit better” Tayo a commercial bus driver said. Waist pain, often …
How to Cure Waist Pain Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi In Nigeria, when people fall ill, their first instinct is usually to visit a pharmacy or a doctor. Not everyone opts for traditional remedies or seeks out …
“Anyone who Doesn’t Believe in Traditional Medicine is Ignorant” Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi On Sunday, Victor set out to buy fuel for his generator only to be turned away at a filling station selling at N650 per liter. The manager …
Fuel Scarcity Crisis: Nigerians Battle Long Queues, High Prices Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi “A superstore, not a supermarket.” This is how Okonkwo Cletus, the owner of Payworth describes his establishment. For over 25 years, Payworth supermarket has served the residents …
From a Local Supermarket to a Superstore in Ikeja Read More
By Laurina Abosi Many Nigerians are struggling with fear and silence in deciding to join a looming Protest. There is a general air of worry as the country gets ready …
“We Are Afraid to Protest, But We Want Change” Read More
by Anwuli Oseloka Suicide is considered an intentional act of taking one’s own life. In recent years, it has become a global pandemic. Many Nigerians were heartbroken when it was …
Suicide has become appealing in Nigeria Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi Around 9 p.m. one evening, Henry Nwaserume found himself a victim of robbery in Alausa, Ikeja, just opposite the City Mall. He recounted, “three guys were on …
Beggars at Day, Thieves at Night Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi Imagine staying at a hotel or a short-let for work or urgent reasons when suddenly, a group of government officials barges in to conduct a raid, harassing …
Rising Fear Among Hotel and Short-let Guests Due to EFCC Raids Read More
By Chiagoziem Abosi Mother of three Mrs. Nkechi Okechukwu told her story with sadness in her voice. “I have to choose between buying my blood pressure medication and feeding my …
“I have to choose between buying medication and feeding my children” Read More
by Anwuli Oseloka In recent years, Nigerian businesses have increasingly embraced technology to drive efficiency, and growth. It has revolutionized the way businesses operate and improved communication systems. Fintech companies …
Is Technology Helping Business Operations in Nigeria? Read More
By Chiagoziem Abosi In the competitive economic environment of Lagos’s bustling Ikeja neighborhood, pharmacists are playing a silent but important role in the fight for accessible, high-quality healthcare. These committed …
Pharmacists are Playing a Silent Role in Fight for Quality Healthcare Read More