Delta Air Lines announced this past Monday that it is suspending its flights to Nigeria from New York over continuing concerns over its ability to repatriate money currently locked in this African nation. The airline says that it cannot afford to continue operating this route without receiving payment from the return trip from Lagos to… Continue reading Delta To Suspend Flights To Nigeria From New York
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An Inspiration: Man Bikes From London To Lagos, Nigeria To Raise Money For Polio
Kunle Adeyanju is an inspiration to us, reminding us that you can do whatever you put your mind to. He just successfully rode from London to Lagos, Nigeria, on a motorcycle. His 8,000-mile journey through 11 countries and 31 cities took 41 days. RELATED: How To Spend A Day In Black-Owned London Adeyanju is quite… Continue reading An Inspiration: Man Bikes From London To Lagos, Nigeria To Raise Money For Polio
Black Expat In Costa Rica Shares Practical Ways To Pivot And Relocate To Your Dream Destination
Nigerian American Rebbecca Bakre was raised in Houston, TX. In February 2021, the author and life coach relocated to Costa Rica. Desiring to complete a book project she had put off, she thought about where would be an ideal place that would allow her to truly focus and finally complete it. “At the time, I… Continue reading Black Expat In Costa Rica Shares Practical Ways To Pivot And Relocate To Your Dream Destination
Weruzo: Homewares Inspired By Traditional African Folk Instruments, Crafted By Nigerian Artists
British-Nigerian Chinasa Chukwu, founder and creative director of Weruzo, was born in Austria and raised between London and Lagos. Now 31, as a child, she spent holidays traveling around Nigeria with her family, and found herself drawn to the stories of the people she encountered during those trips. “Our parents would take us on road… Continue reading Weruzo: Homewares Inspired By Traditional African Folk Instruments, Crafted By Nigerian Artists
Meet The Creators Of The Best Day Party Ever: A Global Experience For Professionals
The Best Day Party Ever is a premier curation of experiences with the goal of global expansion. The idea behind the movement came from a group of six West African men who connected as young professionals on Wall Street in 2014. The six men, who have branded themselves LBHQ, recognized a lack of environments that… Continue reading Meet The Creators Of The Best Day Party Ever: A Global Experience For Professionals
Entertainer Jidenna Takes Us On A Journey Through His Love For Africa
Grammy® Award-nominated multi-platinum rapper, singer, and songwriter Jidenna weaves elements of Africa into his life and art. On his sophomore album 85 to Africa, he connects the sprawling diaspora through a mix of hip hop and afro beats. Jidenna also sits on the board of Birthright AFRICA, a global nonprofit committed to providing a free… Continue reading Entertainer Jidenna Takes Us On A Journey Through His Love For Africa
Naija Snack Box Delivers Authentic Nigerian And West African Staples To Your Door
Naija Snack Box is the brainchild of husband and wife Chinedu and Symantha Onyechi. Born and raised in Lagos and Houston respectively, the couple now resides in Houston. They started their brand in October 2019 in honor of Nigeria’s Independence Day. “Naija Snack Box was created out of necessity and our love for our home, Nigeria,”… Continue reading Naija Snack Box Delivers Authentic Nigerian And West African Staples To Your Door
Burna Boy Take Fans Inside His Seven-Bedroom Mansion In Lagos, Nigeria
Burna Boy says his seven-bedroom mansion is for more than just for hosting guests and entertainment. The home in Lagos, Nigeria, is also where the Grammy-winner gets his inspiration and makes music. During a tour with Architectural Digest (AD), the artist, whose real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, takes fans through his 13,000 square-foot luxury home,… Continue reading Burna Boy Take Fans Inside His Seven-Bedroom Mansion In Lagos, Nigeria
Here’s How To Help #EndSARS Protesters In Nigeria
The protest against police brutality in Nigeria recently took a deadly turn after soldiers opened fire in Lagos, the country’s largest city, on youth speaking out against the country’s notorious Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). SARS is a branch of the Nigeria Police Force that carries guns but do not wear Nigerian police uniforms or badges–or anything… Continue reading Here’s How To Help #EndSARS Protesters In Nigeria
Delta Suspends All Flights To Nigeria Amid Protests, Curfew
Delta Airlines has suspended flights to Lagos, Nigeria, from Atlanta in response to the protests and a curfew. Atlanta-based Delta operates flights to Lagos from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport with a stop in Dakar, Senegal. RELATED: Pray For Nigeria: Things Worsen As Shots Ring Out During Protests The situation has intensified between people protesting against Nigeria’s… Continue reading Delta Suspends All Flights To Nigeria Amid Protests, Curfew
Beyoncé Speaks Out Against Police Brutality In Nigeria & Offers Aid To Youth Organizations
Beyoncé is among a growing number of musicians and other public figures speaking out against the Nigerian government’s treatment of people protesting police brutality. The situation between the government and protests against police brutality has escalated with Amnesty International reporting on Oct. 20, “Amnesty International has received credible but disturbing evidence of excessive use of… Continue reading Beyoncé Speaks Out Against Police Brutality In Nigeria & Offers Aid To Youth Organizations
Pray For Nigeria: Things Worsen As Shots Ring Out During Protests
If you have been following international news, or following along with the #endSARS movements on social media, then you know that youth in Lagos, Nigeria are currently being targeted by police. Pleas have been ringing out from young Nigerians asking for anyone with a voice to help them during this time. A local Nigerian DJ,… Continue reading Pray For Nigeria: Things Worsen As Shots Ring Out During Protests
PingHwa Okorie: The Nigerian Entrepreneur Designing Swimwear For Black Women’s Bodies
PingHwa Okorie’s passion for the beach came early in life. Okorie, whose father is Nigerian and mother is Taiwanese, traveled to tropical destinations often. But during those many trips to the beach with her family, she felt that the swimwear she bought were never quite right. That’s why she created her own. “Growing up in… Continue reading PingHwa Okorie: The Nigerian Entrepreneur Designing Swimwear For Black Women’s Bodies
Lagos, The Largest City In Africa, Is On Lockdown To Stop The Spread Of COVID-19
Lagos, the largest city in Africa, went on complete lockdown on Monday at 11:00 p.m. for the next two weeks. Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari announced the lockdown on Sunday. As of Tuesday, the country has over 130 coronavirus cases. There are about 20 million people in Lagos which serves a major hub for business on… Continue reading Lagos, The Largest City In Africa, Is On Lockdown To Stop The Spread Of COVID-19
Cardi B Is Headed To Africa To Perform For The First Time
Remember when Travel Noire broke the news about a rumored performance involving Cardi B in Africa? Well, the star just confirmed that she is indeed heading to Nigeria and Ghana to perform for the first time on the continent! RELATED: Could Beyoncé And Cardi B Be Performing At Afrochella In Ghana? In an Instagram post, the… Continue reading Cardi B Is Headed To Africa To Perform For The First Time