I remember over 15 years ago when I was in Primary 5. I sat at the front, and that very day, my social studies teacher walked into the classroom and wrote on the board: “Culture is the total way of life of people.” Simple enough, yet it holds layers of meaning. That experience was as […]
Author: Abiodun Lawal
BREAKING NEWS: NAIJA YOUTHS ARE BREAKING THE JUGULAR! Break the Jugular! Recently, a military-themed gospel song titled Jugular, Jugular hit the airwaves. As a medical student, I know the jugular veins are critical to sustaining life. If severed, survival is almost impossible. In the same spirit, Nigerian youths are breaking the jugular of gender stereotypes, […]
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About Abiodun Lawal
Abiodun Olarinre Lawal is a writer, publisher, and community builder based in Dartford, Kent. A graduate of LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, he hails from Osogbo and has a deep passion for storytelling and creative expression. He is the Publisher of Notesbylawal and the author of People That Lived Before Us (Vol. 1). Beyond his personal writing, Abiodun […]
1. The festival began in 1934 to mark the end of centuries-old hostilities between the Sokoto Caliphate and the Kebbi Kingdom, symbolizing peace and unity. The Argungu Fishing Festival takes place in Argungu, a town in Kebbi State, located in northwestern Nigeria. 2. It is an annual event, typically held in February or March, just […]
1. Language– The Ebira people speak the Ebira language, one of Nigeria’s many indigenous languages. It has 19 consonant sounds and at least 9 vowel sounds. 2. Greeting– A common way the Ebira people greet each other is *”Wao Wadahi?”*, which means *”How are you?”* 3. Where They Live– The Ebira people mainly live in […]
Nestled in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, the Ojude Oba Festival is a dazzling annual celebration that brings Yoruba culture to life in spectacular fashion. Held in honour of the Awujale, the traditional ruler of Ijebuland, it draws thousands of locals, tourists, and dignitaries from across the globe.Here are ten captivating facts about this unique cultural event. […]
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HOW WORLD WAR 1 STARTED.
The outbreak of World War I was a complex and multifaceted event, driven by a combination of factors including nationalism, militarism, and the complex web of alliances between European powers. World War I marked the beginning of a period of unprecedented violence and destruction which was fought on multiple fronts, with battles taking place in […]
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THE TITANIC TRAGEDY
For many people, the story of the Titanic first came to life through James Cameron’s 1997 blockbuster film Titanic. If you haven’t watched the movie yet, it is highly recommended that you check it out. It’s a classic. The movie, which is a cinematic masterpiece, captured the romance, grandeur, and ultimate tragedy of the ill-fated […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it is here, shaping how we work, learn, and live. Yet, many people hesitate to embrace AI due to concerns about job losses, privacy, and bias. While these concerns are valid, avoiding AI is not the answer. The real challenge is understanding AI’s potential, acknowledging its […]
John Maxwell’s Failing Forward is a thought-provoking book that challenges the way people perceive failure. Rather than seeing failure as an endpoint, Maxwell presents it as a stepping stone to success. He argues that the key difference between successful and unsuccessful people is not the absence of failure, but their response to it. Through engaging […]