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ATM-Based Voting in Nigeria (The White Paper)

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  ATM-Based Voting in Nigeria (The White Paper) A Decentralized, Secure, and Cost-Effective Model for Real-Time Electoral Participation See the full documentation here

The dreaded professionals

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Embracing Dreadlocks in the Modern Workplace The tapestry of an international organization is richly woven with threads of diverse backgrounds, faiths, cultures, and lifestyles. It's a vibrant kaleidoscope where acceptance and inclusion are not just buzzwords, but cornerstones of success. In this symphony of human experience, hairstyles like dreadlocks play a unique and often misunderstood role. Once frowned upon as unprofessional or even rebellious, dreadlocks are now increasingly recognized as an integral part of identity, a symbol of cultural heritage, and a testament to the evolving landscape of workplaces across the globe. This article delves into the world of dreadlocks, not just as a hairstyle, but as a powerful expression of selfhood and a call for respect in the modern professional sphere. We'll explore five compelling reasons why individuals choose to wear dreadlocks, dispel common misconceptions, and advocate for inclusive policies that celebrate diversity in its myr...

Who is to blame?

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Our Nigerian attitude.  Nigeria is a mix of many things, a mix of cultures, languages, peoples, ages, races, colours, food, music, traditions, religions, lifestyles and the list goes on. It was originally a country made up of 3 distinctive regions, which through time and autonomy, had other distinct regions within regions. The white guys surely understood this but didn’t care, Nigeria was a land of abundance, another gold mine on the dark continent to lay claims to. Our ancestors were like I always say, most likely enjoying life, doing whatever they used to to at the time, from drinking fresh Palm wine with local chicken soup, fanning themselves with plantain leaves and playing with wives under the hot sun or young lads chasing local damsels in the village streams, whatever the case, they didn’t sign up for what was about to come next. Mongo Park. Just imagine the insult, my ancestors were going about their normal day to day lives, living in the same place they said Mongo Park foun...