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#OccupyNigeria: Why I am protesting

by Onyinye | January 15, 2012 at 6:11 AM

Each time I make it known that I have been “occupying Nigeria” at the Gani Fawehinmi square, Ojota, Lagos, friends and family first question my safety, give me kudos, then, ask me why? … Read More»

Rediscovering our true essence

by Onyinye | October 3, 2011 at 3:07 PM

As a young woman who was often told off for being too outspoken, I found that over time I had learnt to suppress within me views which may be deemed too liberal (radical) or offensive by my immediate … Read More»

Empowering the future

by Onyinye | September 26, 2011 at 3:26 PM

One of the challenges I face in trying to effect change in my society is the way women view themselves. … Read More»

"My ambition", my pride

by Onyinye | September 19, 2011 at 10:57 AM

In the society in which I grew up, women are supposed to take a back seat in everything. So, it came as a shock to my older brother when as teenagers, I refused to be suppressed. … Read More»

Web 2.0 gives power to the people

by Onyinye | September 12, 2011 at 12:11 AM

One of the most exciting things about Web 2.0 is how it has been used by activists to fight injustice and challenge repressive governments on a global scale. … Read More»

Introducing myself and my journal

by Onyinye | September 5, 2011 at 5:08 AM

I hope to leave this world with the knowledge that I have contributed something significant to my immediate society. My Passions: Writing and Blogging … Read More»