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Behind the Scenes of Documentary 3: The Journey Beyond the Lens

Every story has a heartbeat. But behind Documentary 3, the rhythm was one of tears, hope, and unshaken commitment. In the thick of editing, when the countdown to premiere had already begun, tragedy struck. One of our own—one of the quiet hands behind the screens—lost his mother. The studio lights dimmed. The usual buzz of production fell into a heavy silence. It wasn’t just a teammate’s loss… it was a family’s grief. Without hesitation, the team made a choice that spoke louder than words: the premiere would wait. Thirty days of postponement, thirty days of remembrance, thirty days to breathe. Because sometimes, the most important work is simply standing by one another. Yet the journey did not stop there. Engineer Dr. Emmanuel Binitie, our producer and director, carried the vision like a torch through storm and distance. From Lagos to Ibadan, he journeyed countless times—through rain, traffic, and sleepless nights—chasing quality, seeking perfection, and ensuring that every frame told t...
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Minorities of Nigeria Seeking Federal Appointments are Being Marginalized.

  *IMPORTANT NOTICE:* The Minorities of Nigeria Seeking Federal Appointments are Being Marginalized . --- * Who Are the Itsekiri?* Itsekiri traditional dress is a captivating blend of elegance, history, and artistry. Women’s attire centers on striking wrappers, decorative blouses, and headgear, all enhanced by coral beads and refined accessories. Men convey royalty and grace through their kemeje shirts, richly wrapped George cloth, and the iconic feathered hats . The Itsekiri are a Yoruboid ethnic group primarily located in Delta State, Nigeria, particularly across Warri South, Warri North, and Warri South-West Local Government Areas. They also have communities in Edo and Ondo States, and in cities like Lagos, Port Harcourt, Abuja, and Benin City, as well as diasporic populations in the UK, US, and Canada. --- History & Origins The Itsekiri’s founding ancestor, Ginuwa, is believed to have been a prince from the Benin Kingdom, establishing the Kingdom of Warri (also known as Iwe...

Faith and Learning: The Impact of Religion and Education in Oyo State Communities

INTRODUCTION : Where Amen Meets Algebra  By: Dr. Emmanuel Eyitemi Binitie  If you have ever schooled in Oyo State, you know that the line between faith and education is often thinner than the margin on a WAEC answer sheet. In some schools, the morning assembly starts with both “Good morning sir!” and “Hallelujah somebody!”—a perfect reminder that in Oyo, prayers and pencils walk hand in hand. As the Yoruba say, “Ẹ̀kọ́ là ń kọ́, ẹ̀kọ́ kì í tan ní ọjọ́ kan” — “Education is a lifelong process; you never finish learning.” This blog post takes us on a journey to see how faith and education shape the heartbeat of Oyo communities. --- A Brief Walk Through History The story of education in Oyo cannot be told without mentioning religion. Missionaries, both Christian and Muslim, played huge roles in establishing schools that gave people access to formal learning. Churches built classrooms, mosques encouraged literacy through Qur’anic studies, and communities rallied around these institu...

Tech Stories Between Google and Yahoo

 In 1998, Yahoo made the most expensive mistake in corporate history. Two kids begged them to buy their tiny website for $1m.  But Yahoo’s CEO called it "a waste of time". 11 years later, those kids wiped Yahoo off the internet. Here’s the shocking story of Yahoo's downfall.  1994, Yahoo started as a college project I A website built to help people find information online. By 1996, it became the largest online platform at a $33.8M valuation. They had the users, the hype, and the cash. But cracks were forming… Then in 1998, two Stanford students, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, built a revolutionary search engine. Their algorithm made Yahoo’s search look ancient. Unlike Yahoo’s directory-style listings, where human editors manually organized websites,  These guys built something different. Their secret sauce? PageRank. Instead of just matching keywords, their algorithm ranked websites based on how many other sites linked to them, like academic citations.  The more li...

The Rise of Sustainable Fashion

  The Rise of Sustainable Fashion Fashion is a powerful form of self-expression, but the industry's impact on the planet and its people is undeniable. Traditional fashion practices often involve resource depletion, pollution, and unethical labour conditions. Fortunately, a new wave of sustainable fashion is emerging, prioritizing eco-friendly materials, ethical production, and a more mindful approach to consumption. Eco-Friendly Materials: The Foundation of Sustainable Fashion Sustainable fashion starts with the materials used. Here are some key eco-friendly alternatives: Organic Cotton: Grown without harmful pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, reducing environmental impact and promoting soil health. Recycled Materials: Transforming waste into new fabrics, such as recycled polyester (rPET) from plastic bottles or recycled cotton from textile scraps. Innovative Plant-Based Fabrics: Exploring alternatives like Tencel (made from sustainably sourced wood pulp), hemp, and linen, which...

A Rare Spiritual Encounter In The New Album Release "I'm Touched" by Evang. Emmanuel Binitie

Enjoy the new collections of music, sermons, spiritual and uplifting messages.  With faith, your solution to the that problem is only a few clicks away.  I'm Touched – A Rare Spiritual Encounter Through Sound In a world yearning for peace, healing, and divine connection, I'm Touched emerges as a rare spiritual album destined to leave a deep mark on every listener’s soul. This sacred collection of songs is more than music—it's a journey into the heart of God’s tender mercies, an atmosphere where breakthroughs are birthed, and healing flows like a river of grace. From the first note to the final whisper, I'm Touched invites you to experience the gentle but powerful presence of God. Each track is soaked in inspiration, compassion, and hope—designed to stir the heart, lift the spirit, and draw you closer to the One who heals, restores, and loves unconditionally. Whether you're facing a storm or simply longing for a moment of spiritual renewal, this album offers more tha...

Surprisingly Healthy Foods

  Rethinking what's good and bad for you. WHEN YOU ENVISION foods that might wreck your diet or sabotage your health, what pops into your mind? Chances are the list includes options that could actually help you reduce stress, prevent heart disease and ward off certain cancers. Unfortunately, though, once a food gets labelled as bad for health, it never seems to lose that description, despite numerous studies that may contradict previous claims. What if you could enjoy some of your old favourites again (in sensible amounts, of course)? Here are 6 foods to consider: Chocolate Old thinking : It's so good, it has to be bad. Dark Chocolate (with a cocoa content of at least 70%) is loaded with flavonoids, the same beneficial compounds found in berries, red wine and tea. An ounce of chocolate a day has been shown to reduce risks for hear disease, and an ounce and a half daily may help reduce emotional stress. Coffee Old thinking : Coffee will haem your growth and bone density. ...