My Book Story

When I was a young girl, there were names that made waves. One of them was ‘Dr. Martin Akpan.’ This was as a result of his affiliation with Politics. Adults talked a lot about him; we, the children, wondered what …

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Living in Nigeria And Volunteering Globally

By Aniekpeno Mkpanang I am in my Village. It’s a Saturday evening and a coterie of enthusiasts and aficionados have converged to root for the Arsenal Football Club of London at another of their hebdomadal Premier League obligations in the …

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Of Large Church Buildings, Good Intentions and All of That

By Aniekpeno  Mkpanang We cruised a leisurely two hours from Abidjan into the Ivorien city of Yamoussoukro with my eyes hovering on the skyline for good reason. All I needed to see immediately in this city was a brick and …

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A Quest For Cultural Identity: How Ibibio Became The Language of My Immigrant Family

By UnyimeAbasi Odong My sons are overcoming a speech impediment I caused them in the early stages of their development. Today, my son said to me, ‘eka mmi, abo die?’. My heart swelled with pride. Much more than if he …

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Declare 20th November As A Holiday

Declare 20th November As A Holiday

An advocacy by Dr Udeme Nana at the colloquium in honour of his excellency, arc. (obong) Victor Attah on his 85th birthday, monday, 20th November, 2023. Your Excellencies, our Guest of Honour, Pastor Umo Eno, and the man of the …

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John Obot Breaks Guinness World Record For Longest Read Aloud Marathon

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By Chioma Kalu Obot beat the previous world record of 124 hours for the longest read aloud marathon by clocking 145 hours. The new guinness world record holder for the longest read aloud marathon event, John Obot has said his …

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Rare Ray

rare ray

By Udeme Nana Some days could be bleak, cloudy, depressing, dull, sad, and traumatic all at once, but once a rare ray of brilliance shines through, the whole atmosphere changes into brightness and joy. This is exactly what happens when …

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Dr. Udeme Nana’s Special Masterclass on Writing, Protocol, and Public Affairs Management

Unleash Your Communication Potential! Join Dr. Udeme Nana’s Special Masterclass on Writing, Protocol, and Public Affairs Management! Are you ready to master the art of effective communication and elevate your professional skills to new heights? Look no further! The renowned …

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Author Spotlight: Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood, a Canadian author, poet, and environmental activist, is the brilliant mind behind the captivating dystopian novel, “The Handmaid’s Tale.” Born and bred in Ottawa, Canada, Margaret Atwood emerged as a literary force, captivating readers with her insightful storytelling …

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Author Spotlight: Ngugi wa Thiong’o

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Ngugi wa Thiong’o, a renowned Kenyan writer and social activist, is a literary icon whose works have made a profound impact on African literature and beyond. Born in Kenya, Ngugi wa Thiong’o has fearlessly used his pen as a weapon …

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