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Debbie Rise, record label at war

Debbie Rise, record label at war

2016 has been called the year of beefs by music pundits and the year appears to be moving in that direction. First off was the Olamide and Don Jazzy saga which has been settled, Cynthia Morgan and Davido and now Debie Rise is at war with her record label 800 Records. The season 3 winner of Nigeria Idol recently took to her instargram account to state that she has dumped her record label.
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How my fashion label put smiles on faces of women with cancer – Jane Ole

How my fashion label put smiles on faces of women with cancer – Jane Ole

Jane Ole is a woman of many ‘faces’. And for those who know her worth, Elizabeth Waldorf is a designing label capable of leaving you breathless. Aside that, her label has made it a point of duty to put smiles on faces of cancer patients through yearly gifts. For this young and talented lady who dumped her juicy bank job for a call to humanity, she is worth celebrating.

We can reduce the scourge of childhood cancer  – Dr. Nneka Nwobi

We can reduce the scourge of childhood cancer – Dr. Nneka Nwobi

For most people, it is not only strange to hear, but pathetic to know that children, even as young as a month-old, could be afflicted with cancer – the world’s most dreaded disease. Unfortunately, this is a sad reality of what some children have to contend with at a very young age. Children Living with Cancer Foundation (CLWCF), is one of the few non-governmental organisations in Nigeria pioneering the fight against childhood cancer. Dr. Nneka Nwobi , the President of the Foundation talks about her long walk with children living with cancer, her experience in the battle against cancer, her frustrations and pains when a child dies of cancer, the future plans of the Foundation and other sundry issues with Esther Onyegbula.

Women should be allowed to realise their potentials – Prof Urua

Women should be allowed to realise their potentials – Prof Urua

Prof. Eno-Abasi Urua is a Professor of Linguistics and Director, International Programmes at the University of Uyo. The widely travelled author was among the three academia who were recently inducted into the Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL). In this interview, she shares her views on the standard of education as well as other sundry issues.

Maternal mortality has reduced by 40% in Africa – Diene Keita

Maternal mortality has reduced by 40% in Africa – Diene Keita

Diene Keita is the representative of United Nations Population Fund, UNPFA, in Benin Republic for the past seven years. UNFPA is the world’s largest multilateral source of population assistance, which has provided more than $6 billion in assistance since it became operational in 1969. Keita, who speaks six languages, is also a freelance translator in the United Kingdom. In this interview with Esther Onyegbula, she talks about the reproductive health and the challenges of the average African woman and other issues.

My daughter’s amputation spurred me into voluntary service – Crystal Chigbu

My daughter’s amputation spurred me into voluntary service – Crystal Chigbu

When little Beulah lost her limb as a child after suffering a missing kneecap at birth, her mother, Crystal Chigbu, the CEO of “Irede Foundation” after that harrowing experience vowed to provide solution to children in similar situation. In this interview, she expresses her determination to serve humanity by providing functional artificial limbs to amputated children. Excerpts: