Diaspora Remittances Help Families — But What About Nation-Building?
Every month, millions of texts ping in across West Africa: “Cash alert — family support sent.” For many households in countries like Nigeria, Ghana or Kenya, money sent home by relatives abroad isn’t just a welcome boost — it’s a lifeline. Remittances…
“Just trying to live our lives”: Nigerians Abroad Speak Out on Rising Xenophobia Narratives
For many Nigerians living overseas, the dream of opportunity still beckons. But increasingly, that dream is clouded by stories of suspicion, hostility and, at times, open discrimination from some host communities. In Johannesburg, where a sizeable…
Nigerian Languages Far From Home — Still Talking, Still Thriving
Nigerian languages have always been more than just a way to chat. They carry stories, respect, humour, and the gentle wisdom of grandparents who can correct you with just one proverb. From Yoruba and Igbo to Hausa and hundreds more, these languages are…
What Home Means: Nigerians Abroad Reflect on Belonging
For millions of Nigerians living abroad, the idea of home is anything but straightforward. It is not just a dot on the map or the place your passport points to. It is a feeling that sneaks up on you in the middle of a cold morning, a memory hidden inside…
Nigeria Seizes a Rare Global Stage As Babalola Emerge Rotary International President
In a moment of quiet pride for Nigeria’s service and goodwill community, the global spotlight is turning towards one of its own. Olayinka Hakeem Babalola, a seasoned Nigerian Rotarian with more than 30 years of service, is set to take the helm of Rotary…