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Arch. Agbazuruwaka: Fusing Culture In Global Architecture

Arch. Agbazuruwaka: Fusing Culture In Global Architecture

January 1, 2024 3:36 am

In a groundbreaking session at the renowned New York Learning Hub, Architect Michael Chimobi Agbazuruwaka, a visionary in the field of architecture and urban planning, presented his influential research paper, “Cultural Integration through Innovative Architecture in Emerging Economies.” This comprehensive study, enriched with insightful tables and analysis, delves into the symbiotic relationship between architectural innovation and cultural dynamics within the vibrant, rapidly evolving contexts of emerging economies.

Architect Agbazuruwaka, known for his exceptional blend of expertise in architecture and strategic management, explores how architecture transcends its conventional role to become a vital medium for cultural expression, preservation, and evolution. The …

Africa: Land Of Rich Culture, History, And Rising Promise

Africa: Land Of Rich Culture, History, And Rising Promise

November 19, 2023 11:46 pm

Africa, often hailed as the cradle of civilisation, is a continent that brims with a rich tapestry of cultural diversity and historical profundity. Encompassing 54 countries, it is a vibrant mosaic of ethnicities, languages, and traditions, offering a unique and compelling panorama of the human experience. This cultural richness is strikingly evident in the over 2,000 distinct languages spoken across the continent, each language serving as a vessel for the unique perspectives and rich histories of its people.

The continent’s diversity extends into the realms of art and music, where each region showcases its distinct cultural flavor. In West …

Dear Africans, Westernisation Is Not Civilisation!

Dear Africans, Westernisation Is Not Civilisation!

July 3, 2023 2:56 am

It is utterly sad and depressing that many people today have come to accept the idea that the only metric for measuring modernity in today’s world is through a Western lens. This idea has erroneously enforced the narrative that westernisation is synonymous with civilisation.

What many of the people who have held this view do not know or perhaps mischievously prefer to ignore is that the African continent, with its rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and historical narratives, has been a thriving cradle of civilisation long before the advent of Western influence. Long before the interruption by Europeans, Africans were …

Africa Needs To Return Fully To Her Rich Cultural Heritage

Africa Needs To Return Fully To Her Rich Cultural Heritage

April 24, 2023 4:32 am

Over the last century, Africa has fought and is fighting bitter wars with the uncompromising winds of colonisation, slave trade, neo-colonisation,  communism, capitalism, poverty, disease, and bad leadership. Although this list is incomplete, it is safe to say that most of them may possibly not have dealt damaging blows to Africa had Africa not allowed itself to be ‘adulterated’ by the West. Despite the big baskets of resources the continent is endowed with – both natural and human, Africa still finds itself in the lowest echelons of development. This has to change and only Africans themselves can make that happen. …

Dying Reading Culture And The Bleak Future Facing Nigeria

Dying Reading Culture And The Bleak Future Facing Nigeria

January 9, 2023 2:49 am

As cliché as this might sound, the popular saying ‘if you want to hide something from a black man, put it in a book’ couldn’t be any truer. Interestingly, and sadly too, Nigerians take this even further as they wouldn’t even read a single page, let alone talk of an entire book. This sad reality has not only made Nigerians and Nigeria lose a lot of progressive opportunities but has caught international attention and made Nigeria the laughing stock once again.

When we emphasise about the dying reading culture in Nigeria, there are two ways to look at it. …

Money Ritual Not Known To Yoruba Culture – Gani Adams

Money Ritual Not Known To Yoruba Culture – Gani Adams

May 17, 2022 4:11 am

The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has bitterly condemned the use of human parts for money rituals, noting that such it was strange to the Yoruba culture and traditions.

He made this assertion while speaking on Monday at the 2022 edition of Wealth Festival (Odun Aje), which was held at the Powerline Praying Ground in Orile Agege, Lagos State. He stated that he had in recent times, monitored the various stories of ritual abuse and money-making across the South-West.

Adams pointed out that there was an urgent need to speak up against the barbaric act.

‘It is sad though …

Chief Ekeh Lauds 'Big Bang' Celebration Of HRM Obi Ejeshi IV

Chief Ekeh Lauds ‘Big Bang’ Celebration Of HRM Obi Ejeshi IV

March 15, 2022 11:03 am

Chief Better Joseph Ekeh, the Chairman of Adavinn Executive Hotel and Suites, and CEO of Alaowerri Restaurant, London has poured out encomiums on Eze Obi Ejeshi, Ezeukwu Emekukwu IV on the upcoming ‘Big Bang’ celebration of his coronation, asserting that his assumption to the traditional stool marks a new beginning for the great people of Emekukwu Ancient Kingdom. 

Chief Ekeh who is an administrator of the Owerri-zone socio-political group is an international business man with a vast interest in the hospitality business. Also, he is an astute politician who needs no introduction when it comes to grassroots politics in Imo …

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Osinbajo Harps On Culture, Tourism in New World Order

December 7, 2019 11:19 am

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says culture and tourism in the new world order are referred to as soft power because of their influence in economic and international relations.

Osinbajo said this on Friday at the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Conference Hotel and Suites, Abeokuta, Ogun State, as the Special Guest of Honour.

He said that the location of the facility in Abeokuta would atract international conferences organisers desirous of serenity and tourism potentials.

“Indeed, many tourist sites are here in Ogun State including the Olumo Rock, all of the places we have around us today; I don’t want …

Abuja Art Week Debuts to Boost Culture, Tourism

November 29, 2019 3:52 am

Art lovers were treated to the best of art technology and music as the maiden edition of Abuja Art Week held recently in Abuja. The event brought together a selected group of galleries, organisations, artists and events all under one umbrella to network and socialise in an art environment.

Organised by Hezekina Pollutina Ltd in partnership with various restaurants and service providers to create unique attractions and engagements, it also featured both local and international artists and organisations such as Female Artists Association of Nigeria (FEAAN), Institute Francais and Argentinian Embassy.

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Igbo Folks In China Celebrate Culture With New Yam Festival

Igbo Folks In China Celebrate Culture With New Yam Festival

November 5, 2019 8:31 am

The Guangzhou Chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in China recently celebrated its first New Yam festival. 

The event, as expected, showcased the rich tradition of the Igbo, with many Nigerians and Africans from all walks of life in attendance.

Mr. Jude Igboekwe represented the Consul General, Guangzhou Province, China, Mr. Wale Oloko at the event. Sir Anthony Okafor, President, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, China Chapter and other eminent personalities were also in attendance.

Mr. Festus Mbisiogu, Coordinator, Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO), Guangdong Province flew in from New York, where he had received GEM Award 2019, for the event.

President of Ohanaeze in …

Trustfund Pensions Canvasses Savings Culture Among Youths

Trustfund Pensions Canvasses Savings Culture Among Youths

November 3, 2019 3:15 pm

A leading Pension Fund Administrator (PFA), Trustfund Pensions Limited, has expressed the need to inculcate savings culture among the youths, saying that the earlier they are being taught the enormous advantages, the better they appreciate its essence and adopt it as a lifestyle.

The PFA’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Helen Da-Souza, who spoke in Abuja, weekend at the 2019 prize-giving ceremony of Trustfund Pensions essay competition for Senior Secondary School Students in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, said her organisation believed that there is no age restriction to savings.

“It is our belief that there is no age …

Barack Obama Mobilises Americans To Vote In Viral Video

Barack Obama Challenges ‘Woke’ Culture

October 30, 2019 3:27 pm

Former US President Barack Obama has challenged “woke” culture telling young people: “The world is messy.”

He made the comments at the Obama Foundation’s annual summit in Chicago on Tuesday.

Mr Obama said that calling people out on social media did not bring about change, and that change was complex.

“Woke” is described as being alert to racial or social discrimination and injustice, along with being aware of what’s going on in the community.

Mr Obama told the audience: “I get a sense among certain young people on social media that the way of making change is to be as …

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