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Chinua Achebe rejected an invitation from the Nobel committee in 1986
In 1986, Chinua Achebe rejected an invitation from the Nobel committee to attend a conference in Stockholm, arguing it was inappropriate for African writers to meet in Europe to discuss the future of African literature. He felt African writers should create their own structures at home rather than relying on external platforms. Key Details Regarding the … [Read more...] about Chinua Achebe rejected an invitation from the Nobel committee in 1986
Daniel Bwala @ AI Jazeera Network: The fall of a dutiful sycophant
Nigeria is in a big mess, nothing really works and anything goes. But when it comes to journalism and business of public relation, it is the worst, a plainly demoralizing darkness without any path to sunlight. The newspapers and electronic media have turned into propaganda machines and centers of misguided lies becoming the least place to find factual news. It is all … [Read more...] about Daniel Bwala @ AI Jazeera Network: The fall of a dutiful sycophant
El-Rufai Honours EFCC Invitation for Questioning
"Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on Monday arrived at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in Abuja over ongoing investigations into alleged corruption during his tenure. His arrival reportedly sparked tension at the EFCC entrance, as security operatives restricted members of his entourage from entering the premises. Supporters of the … [Read more...] about El-Rufai Honours EFCC Invitation for Questioning
Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni speaks at African Union on migration and investment
"At the February 2026 African Union summit in Addis Ababa, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni advocated for a "new era of cooperation" with Africa, moving away from traditional aid toward investment-led partnerships via the Mattei Plan to tackle the root causes of migration. She emphasized building, not exploiting, Africa's potential to stop young people from being forced to … [Read more...] about Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni speaks at African Union on migration and investment