When Dadepo Aderemi, a Nigerian born software engineer moved to the Netherlands close to a decade ago, it took him only months before he started missing all the Nigerian dishes he grew up eating and loving. Unfortunately for him, Nigerian or African restaurants were hard to come by in the Netherlands, but even if there were not, eating out of restaurants was never going to be a sustainable way of feeding. The only option left was for him to try and make the dishes himself, but up until then, he has always relied on people around him: from grandmas, to…
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Zambia, Sudan and Cameroon are just a few of the nations that United States President Joe Biden mentioned during his speech to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, as world leaders gathered in person after last year’s virtual UNGA because of the COVID crisis. Speaking on the values of democracy, Biden noted they live in the struggles of activists everywhere, from Belarus and Burma to Venezuela. “It lives in the young people of Zambia who harnessed the power of their vote for the first time, turning out in record numbers to denounce corruption and chart a new path for…
The Nigeria shoe brand 313eko just unveiled a new collection and Timi Dakolo,Timini Egbuson and Akin Faminu were featured to model for the brand and show off it’s new and latest work. See some pictures of the new collection According to the brand:Quality, comfort and versatility are some of the words that embody the 313eko RTW collection 2020. Hand Crafted to perfection and Made in Nigeria,this collection features varying pieces that revolve around the full spectrum of footwear versatility,from subtle minimalism to fashion maximalism. Below are more pictures to show off the latest offering of the 313eko brand Source link
Are you thinking about going abroad? Although most countries worldwide do require Nigerians to get a visa before arrival, there are over 50 countries where you can enjoy hassle-free travel, fortunately. Generally speaking, it’s easiest to travel in Africa where you can visit countries such as Madagascar, Namibia, and Ethiopia with a simple visa on arrival. However, if you are keen to explore a different continent, there are a few options available such as Bolivia in South America or Iran in the Middle East. What’s more, there are several islands in the Caribbean and South Pacific offering easy access to…
CAIRO, EGYPT – JUNE 06: Confederation of African Football (CAF) building is seen in Cairo, Egypt on June 06, 2019. It is reported that, President of the Confederation of African Football, Ahmed Ahmed was detained in France’s capital Paris, over allegation of corruption. (Photo by Stringer/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images) The draw for the inaugural CAF Women’s Champions League will take place on September 29 in the Egyptian capital Cairo. Eight teams will participate in the tournament which will take place between November 5 and 19 following the conclusion of the six CAF regional preliminary qualifiers. FILE PHOTO: The Confederation of African…
On the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art last night, celebrities interpreted this year’s Met Gala theme, “In America: A lexicon of fashion” with homages to American icons, blunt political statements and thoughtful takes on the US identity and heritage. But Kim Kardashian West made a dramatic entrance later in the night, as she steps in, completely covered in black from head to toe, her ponytail emerging from the opaque head covering and trains of fabric trailing behind her. The faceless custom Balenciaga look was anything but anonymous — Kardashian West has been teasing different masked and bondage-esque Balenciaga…
Issued on: 21/09/2021 – 16:14 Zimbabwe has told its civil servants to get vaccinated to avoid loss of employment and income as it seeks to increase inoculations against Covid-19, and some private companies are following suit. Public workers have until 15th of October to get the jab, after which they will not be paid a salary nor allowed to report to work without a vaccination certificate.“Pursuant to the previous announcement that all civil servants should be vaccinated, cabinet further resolved that no unvaccinated civil servants will be allowed to come to work,” said Monica Mutsvangwa, Zimbabwe’s information minister, at a news conference…
A coup attempt in Sudan has failed, state media has reported, as the country grapples with a fragile transition since the 2019 ousting of the longtime president Omar al-Bashir.Top military and government sources said on Tuesday the attempt involved a group of officers who were “immediately suspended” after they failed to take over the state media building.“There has been a failed coup attempt, the people should confront it,” state television said, without elaborating.Taher Abuhaja, a senior member of Sudan’s ruling body, said “an attempt to seize power has been thwarted”.Another member, Mohamed al-Fekki, said: “Everything is under control and the…
As the sea masters its waves, so does a fashion girl her clothes and last week, Black stars across the world stayed true to course in glamorous ensembles, as well as simply elegant numbers. It was an interesting display of femininity with clear cut silhouettes, the kind that makes you put your designer on speed dial and your body itching for an event to attend. Lately, it’s an ubiquitous fact to see fashionistas bring forth their best fits in stylish ways, especially this fashion season. From fashion shows to the Emmy Awards, where celebrities chose to speak in colors and…
Issued on: 21/09/2021 – 07:37 France’s defence minister has warned Mali that hiring paramilitaries from Russian private-security firm Wagner would isolate the country internationally, during a visit to the Sahel state. Florence Parly told reporters on Monday that if Mali hired the firm, at a time when international partners fighting jihadism in the Sahel “had never been so numerous, such a choice would be that of isolation”.Parly’s meeting with her Malian counterpart Colonel Sadio Camara follows a previous warning to Bamako from its former colonial power last week, after reports that Mali’s army-dominated government was close to hiring 1,000 Wagner…