“Physical Disability is not a Barrier to a Willing Soul.”
David Akanji an educator with recent doctorate degree in Special Education from Gallaudet University is a man who does not believe that his sight impairment is an excuse for him not to reach the heights. In fact he is a better cook ...
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“Physical Disability is not a Barrier to a Willing Soul.”
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Up Nigeria! Women’s National Team Defeats the United States — U-20 Women’s World Cup 2010
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Up Nigeria! The U-20 Nigeria Women's National Team defeated the United States 4-2 in penalty kicks yesterday during FIFA's U-20 Women’s World Cup 2010, which is currently being played in Germany, earning themselves a spot in the semifinals of the tournament.
The U.S. Women had previously defe...
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The Rise and Rise of Lagos by Uche Ohia
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The Rise and Rise of Lagos
by Uche Ohia
Of all the political jingles that were aired on national radio during the 2007 electioneering campaign, one stuck to my memory. It may not have been the best but, for me, it was a very pleasant one. I cannot now recall the exact wordings: all I ca...
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Nigeria At 49
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(Editor's Note: Submitted on October 1, 2009)
Today is the Nigeria Independence Day Anniversary. I woke up seemingly trapped in the inters-pace between euphoria and sadness. I felt a sense of euphoria because it is the day 49 years ago, when Nigerian, my fatherland, celebrates her freedom from c...
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Martins, Agbonlahor thrill England with goals
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THE NATION
Martins, Agbonlahor thrill England with goals
16/11/2008
By Tunji Balogun
Nigerian players set Europe ablaze with goals over the weekend as the duo of Obafemi Martins and Gabriel Agbonlahor registered their names o...
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When Champions Met the Shining Quads
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WHEN CHAMPIONS MET THE SHINNING QUADS
Full Gallery of Images From this Event: http://www.nigerianmuse.com/gallery/index.php?album=when-the-champions-met-the-shining-quads
It was an afternoon to remember when a 'few good men' set out on a journey to the east end of London in search of ...
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Between Truth and Justice – The Dilemma of the Rivers State TRC (Part 2)
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Between Truth and Justice
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The Dilemma of the Rivers State TRC (Part 2)
By Uche Ohia
For many watching the unfolding drama at the Rivers State Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) from the sidelines, there are many points to ponder. Former Governor Peter Odili’s income and exp...
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Between Truth and Justice – The Dilemma of the Rivers State TRC (Part 1)
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BETWEEN TRUTH AND JUSTICE
- The Dilemma of the Rivers State TRC (Part 1)
By Uche Ohia
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History Forum: Nigeria – The Edo of Benin [By Osamuyimen Stewart, Ph.D.]
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http://www.raceandhistory.com/historicalviews/edoofbenin.htm
Nigeria: The Edo of Benin
April 2000
By Osamuyimen Stewart, Ph.D.
--This posting is a collection of oral tradition passed down to me, my critical evaluation of folklore, and ideas from a variety of written sources (Egharevba 1934, ...
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Continental To Be Only US Airline Serving Africa
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Continental To Be Only US Airline
Serving Africa
Thursday December 9, 3:14 PM EST
NEW YORK (Dow Jones)--Continental Airlines
Inc. (CAL)
Thursday announced it will add service to Lagos, Nigeria, making the airline the
only U.S. carrier to serve Africa directly.
Lagos is the Houston airline's first...
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