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Toys in Lagos are becoming more educational.  Nigerian Schools are understanding the importance of STEM toys

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Nigerian saleswoman Ivy Junaid says her daily half-an-hour commute from mainland Lagos to the city's island business district has changed her life. What was once often a three-hour nightmare drive to work with a pre-dawn start and gnarly traffic has become a quick sprint skimming across the waters of Lagos lagoon by boat. "You can actually get out of bed when you need to. You have breakfast at home, strut in here, strut into the boat and 30 minutes across the water," the telecoms employee said. "It's really a life-saving situation for most of us." Flanked by lagoon waters and the Atlantic Ocean, Nigeria's economic capital Lagos has long used its waterways as an alternative to the megacity's chaotic roads. But soon more commuters like Junaid in the city of 20 million could be travelling by boat under plans to massively expand waterway transport and multiply passenger numbers. With an around 410-million-euro ($455-million) investment from France's AFD development agency and EU institutions, the progamme -- known as Omi Eko or Lagos Water in Yoruba language -- also aims to tackle carbon emissions with a fleet of electric-powered ferries. Whereas most Lagosians live on the mainland part of the city, a lot of offices and workplaces are on the islands area -- Victory Island, Ikoyi, Lagos Island and Lekki -- linked by a series of bridges.

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a scotsman, a bostonian, a texan, a lagosian, a new zealander, an indian, and a hong konger attempt to hold a group conversation in english. it goes poorly

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As we headed to the meeting, scheduled for 4 p.m., our journey took an unexpected turn on the Long Bridge. A sudden traffic congestion emerged, quickly escalating into a gridlock – a familiar scenario for Lagosians. Trapped in the traffic, I captured this stunning photo. The 7-kilometer bridge, normally a few minutes’ drive, had become an hour-long ordeal. The sun’s shadow on the water served as…

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APC Chieftain Slams Tinubu's Chief of Staff, Calls Him "Most Useless Appointee.   In a scathing critique, Jesutega Onokpasa, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has publicly denounced President Bola Tinubu's recent appointments, singling out the Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, as the "most useless" among them.   In a video obtained by Ejes Gist News, Onokpasa expressed his disappointment with Tinubu's choice of cabinet members, particularly criticizing the president for relying on his so-called "Lagos boys" to run the country. Onokpasa argued that these appointees, who were instrumental in Tinubu's administration as Lagos governor, are ill-suited for national governance.   Tinubu Under Fire: APC Chieftain Blasts Femi Gbajabiamila as 'Most Useless Cabinet Member. [embed]https://youtu.be/JdVqAbFy-qI?si=WTpuJ5Ktv3d49Upx[/embed]   "When we supported Tinubu, we did so because of his track record as governor of Lagos. He mobilized a team that transformed Lagos, but now, as president, he needs to build Team Nigeria, not just rely on Lagos boys," Onokpasa stated.   He continued, "You see, these Lagosians you brought to Abuja to fix Nigeria, with due respect, they are useless. In fact, they are useless, starting with that Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila—the most useless among them."   Onokpasa urged President Tinubu to reconsider his appointments, emphasizing the need for a team composed of individuals from across Nigeria who are genuinely committed to national development. He warned that many of the current appointees are more interested in personal gain than in moving the country forward.   "You need to dismantle this team, with respect, Mr. President, and build a new team with core Nigerians—not just Lagosians. These appointments should be about people who love you, who are committed to your political vision, and who want to move Nigeria forward," Onokpasa advised.   Onokpasa's comments have sparked widespread discussion within political circles, highlighting growing concerns about the effectiveness of Tinubu's administration and its ability to address the nation's pressing challenges.

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Gary K. Wolfe Reviews Lost Ark Dreaming by Suyi Davies Okungbowa

May 25, 2024 Gary K. Wolfe

The idea of social stratification enforced through architecture – in other words, high-rises with the rich living at the top – has been a staple of SF imagery at least since Fritz Lang’s Metropolis, and it’s been extraordinarily useful as a way of exploring everything from overpopulation to Ballardian alienation to urban dystopia to – more recently – the hazards of climate change. A few months ago, I noted that these megastructures showed up in a couple of stories in Wole Talabi’s Convergence Problems, and now a giant tower called the Pinnacle – rigidly segregated into Up­pers, Midders, and Lowers – is the setting for Suyi Davies Okungbowa’s Lost Ark Dreaming. This led me to wonder if the idea might hold particular resonance for urban Nigeria, and Okungbowa does offer some very chilling observations about the possible future of Lagos. While the novella’s main action is set in a long-inundated Nigeria in an indeterminate future, several interchapters present documents from as early as 2012, and one of these notes that ‘‘about two in three Lagosians live in slums, and a significant number of these communities reside dangerously within reach of the shore.’’ Rather than try to protect these com­munities, the document explains, the governor simply evicted them, citing precedents dating back to colonial times and, in particular, an actual 2016 eviction that displaced some 30,000 people. ‘‘Often, the lands seized in these grabs are then offered to capitalist ventures and investors who gentrify them for more economic purposes from which the government benefits.’’

That, in a nutshell, is the setting and history for the problem that confronts Yekini, a mid-level analyst for a police-like agency called the Commission for the Protection of the Fingers (the ‘‘fingers’’ are five high-rises originally built to house the population above the floods, although only the Pinnacle is still inhabited). Together with a higher-level bureaucrat named Ngozi, she is assigned to investigate a potentially danger­ous breach in one of the lower levels – below the level of the surrounding waters – which she suspects may be not just a leak, but an incursion by creatures called Yemoja’s Children, aquatic dwellers who might recall the creature from the Black Lagoon to Western readers. Joined by a resourceful lower-level foreman named Tuowo, Yekini and Ngozi begin to learn not only about the true nature of the Children, but about the extent to which the elite upper levels might go to protect their own safety and hegemony.

One of the flaws of much dystopian fiction is the failure to credibly map a path from here to there, offering instead half-baked backstories involving convenient catastrophes or violent coups. This is fine as long as the dystopia is to be read as purely metaphorical, but as speculative SF it omits a lot of connective tissue. A striking feature of Lost Ark Dreaming is how those interchapters map directly on to the central narrative, showing how a combination of inevitable climate disaster, predatory capitalism, and chronic inequality can lead credibly from our own present to a society like that of the Pinnacle. The story of an idealistic cop uncovering and then fighting against a cor­rupt system is hardly new, of course, and later the story takes a mystical turn, involving a godlike figure named Queen Conch, that vaguely recalls elements of Rivers Solomon’s The Deep. But Okungbowa’s clear-eyed look at present dangers and the compassion and conviction of his charac­ters as they come to confront the dark realities of their society lend the tale a memorable and even heroic resonance.

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Charly Boy encourages Nigerian youths to persist in their protests, saying, "It's the season of lies."

Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, is an activist and singer who has gained popularity. He has urged young people in Nigeria to continue with the planned statewide rallies against bad government. Charly Boy stated that if persons in positions of authority are sure of their honesty, they should welcome criticism and dissent rather than stifle it. He announced this on Wednesday in a post on his X handle, denying the existence of a report urging Lagosians to disregard the demonstration since the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is already providing for their needs. Charly Boy, however, disagreed, claiming that because they have secrets to hide, they turn to stifling dissident voices and evading responsibility. He stated: “A Season of Lies, Wayo, Deceit, Propaganda and the more you Look……….. “If those in power are confident in their integrity, they should embrace scrutiny and protest, not suppress it. But when they resort to silencing dissenting voices and avoiding accountability, it’s clear they have secrets to hide. The ‘skeletons/cemeteries in their cupboard’ are a testament to their corruption and abuse of power. “In a true democracy, governments must be transparent and answerable to the people. They should welcome criticism and engage in open dialogue, even when it’s uncomfortable. By doing so, they can earn trust and demonstrate their commitment to serving the public interest. But when they try to hide behind secrecy and intimidation, it’s a clear sign of guilt and a betrayal of the people’s trust. “Nigerian youths don’t ever back down. If dem no fear us, dey can never respect us. Nonsense. Dia fathers.” Read the full article

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Superstar YB proudly unveils his new EP, “Proudly Nigerian,” featuring a vibrant mix of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Afropop. This collection includes: 1.⁠ ⁠Undercover Lover – A catchy blend of Afrobeats and rock, exploring the thrill of a secret romance. 2.⁠ ⁠Love in Lagos (featuring Chinko Ekun) – An energetic celebration of Lagosian romance and city life. 3.⁠ ⁠Akwa Ibom – A soulful tribute to the…

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Prince Hakeem Adelani Adeniji-Adele, the President of De Renaissance Patriots, a socio-cultural group for indigenes of Lagos State, is dead. He was 66. Adeniji-Adele died in the early hours of Friday, 2 August 2024. This was disclosed in a signed statement by the Secretary of the group, Mr. Yomi Tokosi, who signed for the Media Office of De Renaissance Patriots Foundation.   Lawyer’s Health Deteriorates After Brutal Attack by Uvwie Thugs; Prince OJ Condemns Assault on Peaceful Protesters   He expressed sorrow over Adeniji-Adele’s passing, noting that his commitment, ingenuity, and leadership would be greatly missed. He added that Prince Adeniji-Adele would be remembered for his advocacy for the rights of Lagos State natives, who have been deprived of their rights as landowners and indigenes since the return of democracy in 1999. “With heavy hearts, I announce the tragic loss of our President, Prince Adelani Gbogboade Adeniji-Adele. “We lost him early this morning to the cold hands of death. “His dedication, resourcefulness, and leadership will be sorely missed. Details will be made available later by the royal family. “Prince Adeniji-Adele will be remembered for his fight for the rights of Lagos State natives, who have been deprived of their rights as landowners and indigenes of Lagos State since the return of democracy in 1999,” Tokosi said. Meanwhile, Maj-Gen Tajudeen Olanrewaju, Alternate BOT Chairman and former Minister of Communications, mourned the loss of De Renaissance Patriots’ President, stating that Adeniji-Adele’s departure is a significant loss for Lagos State. “Lagos State has lost a prominent son, Prince Adelani Adeniji-Adele, a Prince of the Royal House of Lagos. “Prince Adelani was a cerebral historian, a thoroughbred Lagosian, and a strong advocate in the struggle to reclaim Lagos State for the ÌBILE indigenes. “His death will leave a significant void in the quest for indigenous participation in the governance of the state. He was at the forefront, leading the way as the president of De Renaissance Patriots Foundation. In his role as our president, he was responsible, resolute, and committed, serving with energy, integrity, and dedication to our cultural organization’s goals,” Olanrewaju stated. “We pray for the repose of his soul. Rest in peace, our prince and leader,” he prayed.