When it comes to love and relationships, history and nature seem to have it that there is no one with a perfection of what is mostly considered today by many as "a game" of love. However, check out this piece of love story courtesy, Ynaija.
Whether you’re meeting someone through a dating app, at a lively nightclub, at a friend of a friend’s party, or on your street, dating in this city is an experience that’s as exciting as it is complicated.
The Journey of Modern
Dating in Lagos
Gone are the days of awkwardly passing notes or meeting someone at a friend’s house party. These days, we use dating apps and social media DMs to meet the love of our lives. Technology has changed how we experience people, and whether it is the best method or not will be a conversation for another day. With a swipe or a DM, you can connect with someone across town or four streets away.
Sadly, connecting with people is not always as easy as it sounds. There are millions of people on social media and dating platforms, so finding “The One” might take a little longer and require a lot more effort than swiping left and right on profiles.
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Holidays are usually a form of unity and oneness in the affairs of mankind. So today, 26 April 2025, showcases its own instituted holidays to be observed by all concerned.
Holidays Calendar submits that "World Intellectual Property Day" is a holiday that’s observed every year on April 26th. It was first established in 2000 by the World Intellectual Property Organization to raise the public’s awareness of how trademarks, copyrights, and patents impact everyone’s daily lives.
They also created it to show the public the importance to artists and creators of ensuring their intellectual property remains safeguarded. Since intellectual property is important for innovation and creativity, this is a day that everyone should consider celebrating when it rolls around in April.
The History of World
Intellectual Property Day
In September of 1998, this holiday was first proposed by the Director-General of the National Algerian Institute for Industrial Property. The following April, the institutionalization of the idea was proposed to the U.N. General Assembly.
In August of 1999, the Chinese delegation to the World Intellectual Property Organization also recommended the adoption of a World Intellectual Property Day. In October of that same year, WIPO’s General Assembly approved the adoption of this day, and in April of 2000, it was observed for the very first time.
Incase you wondering on what NEXT after the passing of the Pope, well wonder no more because Vanguard reports that the death of Pope Francis on Monday sets in motion centuries-old traditions which will culminate in the election by cardinals of a new pontiff — but with a few changes.
According to the report here is how the process unfolds:
– Sede Vacante –
The Catholic Church enters a period known as “Sede Vacante” (Vacant See) during which a senior cardinal takes over day-to-day affairs until a new pope is elected.
The cardinal, referred to as the “camerlengo” (“chamberlain”), in this case will be Irish-American Kevin Farrell, appointed to the role by Francis in February 2019.
He is the only top official in the Church hierarchy to remain in post, with all others required to resign following the death of the pope.
Lagos, the centre of excellence not only witnesses but now houses a brand new night club.
According to its owner, a Businessman and Chairman of Jampat Hotel and Suites, James Ojo, has said the new club— Rock 9ite— is redefining nightlife in the Ikotun area of Lagos, “with a bold blend of luxury, top-tier music, and vibrant energy, offering a memorable experience for party lovers and nightlife enthusiasts alike”.
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21 June 2018, Geneva,
Switzerland: On 21 June 2018, the World Council of Churches receives a visit
from Pope Francis of the Roman Catholic Church. Held under the theme of
“Ecumenical Pilgrimage - Walking, Praying and Working Together”, the landmark
visit is a centrepiece of the ecumenical commemoration of the WCC's 70th
anniversary. The visit is only the third by a pope, and the first time that
such an occasion was dedicated to visiting the WCC. Here, an ecumenical prayer
service with religious leaders from all over the world. Photo: Albin
Hillert/WCC
According to World of Council of Churches report, the world today learned of the death of Pope Francis, the bishop of Rome and leader of the world’s 1.37 billion Catholics.
Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, general secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC) said, “Pope Francis’s passing will be mourned around the world, not least among his many allies and admirers in the ecumenical movement and in the worldwide fellowship of the WCC. His papacy has been a great gift to the ecumenical movement, and he has been a dedicated collaborator in our efforts toward Christian unity and reconciliation and a prophetic voice for peace, the environment, and justice everywhere.”
Veteran Nollywood Actor Joke Silva unravels the age factor about her marital union with fellow actor Olu Jacobs.
According to Daily Post, Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva, 62, has revealed why she married her husband, actor Olu Jacobs, 82, despite the almost 20 years age gap between them.
She stated that she acted out of love for her husband, whom she described as a “gorgeous person.”
Silva featured in a recent episode of the Leadership podcast hosted by Stephen Akintayo.
She shared that her dad was initially against them getting married because of the huge age gap.
DR. OLUWATOYIN SHAKIRAT MADEIN
Xclusive Interactive (literary edition) curtesy of BellaNaija, brings you an interesting interview with Nigeria’s first female Accountant General of the Federation, Dr. Oluwatoyin Shakirat Madein.
In 2023, Oluwatoyin Shakirat Madein was appointed as the Accountant-General of the Federation by former President Muhammadu Buhari. She made history as the first woman to fully occupy this position. Prior to her appointment, she served as an Executive Officer (Accounts) at the Ogun State Property and Investment Corporation (OPIC) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, and was the Director of Finance and Accounts at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.
On the 10th of March, Oluwatoyin retired from the public service. We sat down with her to reflect on her time at the office, what it means to be the first female Accountant-General of the Federation and advice for young women aspiring for leadership positions in the country.
Enjoy the conversation!
Hello Dr Oluwatoyin. How are you today?
I am very well. Thank you for asking.
