Ikeoluwa Ogungbangbe

Ikeoluwa Ogungbangbe, with her four-year tenure as a writer, fervently champions early leadership ideals. Her flagship program, "From Seed to Sequoia Initiative," is a testament to her commitment, where she mentors secondary school students, helping shape their futures. Ikeoluwa emphasizes the transformative power of human connections. She strongly asserts that genuine, authentic friendships and relationships are the foundational pillars that drive individual and collective success. Guiding young minds, she believes in laying down roots of integrity, passion, and resilience.

Nigeria’s Pop Culture Renaissance Drives Global Shift in Music and Style

KEY POINTS Afrobeat’s modern evolution, led by Nigerian artists, has become a global cultural force influencing music, fashion, and identity. The genre’s spread has energized Nollywood, global fashion houses, and diaspora communities reconnecting with their African roots. Afrobeat contributes significantly to Nigeria’s creative economy...

Nigeria’s Youth Face Mounting Mental Health Crisis Amid Economic and Social Strain

KEY POINTS Approximately 40 million Nigerians, including one in six youths aged 15-24, are living with mental health conditions. Nigeria faces a severe shortage of mental health professionals, with fewer than 300 psychiatrists for over 200 million people. Cultural stigma and limited access to...

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