Diaspora

TweetNigeria’s Ongoing Health Crisis Nigeria has long struggled with public health challenges, from outbreaks of diseases like meningitis to chronic issues related to nutrition and sanitation. In a country where healthcare infrastructure often falls short, any promise of large-scale intervention naturally draws attention. The Bill Gates Involvement Enter Bill Gates—one of the world’s most prominent philanthropists. Recently, Gates announced a …

TweetStop Blaming the West—Start Asking the Right Questions Thanks for stopping by CMTV.CA. It’s always easy to point fingers—at colonialism, at the white man, at the West. But at some point, we must turn the mirror on ourselves and ask the hard questions: Why do we allow this cycle of violence?Why do we tolerate dysfunction, corruption, and apathy?Why are our …

TweetIn a move that has stirred major controversy in Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu—who took office in 2023—has officially banned the song “Tell Your Papa” by veteran rapper Eedris Abdulkareem. The Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) issued a directive prohibiting TV and radio stations from playing the song, calling it “inappropriate for broadcast” and claiming it violates the national broadcasting code …

TweetThe $38,000 Illusion Let’s start with a simple question: What’s the real cost of that $38,000 Hermès Birkin bag? Spoiler alert — it’s not what you think. Directly out of the factory, the total cost to produce that bag? Around $1,400. So where’s the rest of that price coming from? Branding. Marketing. Perception. Over 90% of the price is for …

TweetA Continent at a Crossroads When will African countries learn to live in peace, support one another’s growth, and offer solutions instead of aggression? This question has echoed through the halls of Pan-Africanist movements for decades. Yet, conflicts between neighboring nations continue to threaten the continent’s unity. The latest flashpoint? A drone dispute between Mali and Algeria that risks snowballing …

TweetLady Jane’s Commentary on Investment Saudi Arabia — rich in oil, wealth, and influence — has long held a powerful role on the global stage. When they speak, nations listen. But Lady Jane poses a critical question: How far do you want us to jump? How high should we go? At a recent press conference, the Saudi Prince addressed the …

TweetIn a world where fashion intersects with culture, creativity often walks a fine line between inspiration and appropriation. But what happens when global luxury brands build billion-dollar empires by borrowing—without credit—from the traditions of African communities? Today, we’re spotlighting how some of the world’s most influential fashion houses—Louis Vuitton and Versace—have appropriated African designs, motifs, and heritage without giving due …

TweetWhat can I accomplish by enrolling in Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate program? Enrolling in the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate program can open several doors for you, especially if you’re looking to break into the cybersecurity field or strengthen your foundational skills. Here’s a breakdown of what you can accomplish by completing the program: ✅ Gain In-Demand Cybersecurity Skills You’ll develop …

TweetGoogle Cybersecurity Certificate Overview In this comprehensive review of the Google Cybersecurity Certificate, we’ll cover essential information including: Time to completion Cost Job demand Salaries for cybersecurity-related roles Course quality and production value Overall value My personal opinion on whether it’s worth it—and who it’s worth it for Introduction: What Is the Google Cybersecurity Certificate? Google has developed several professional …

TweetChina’s Retaliation: A 34% Tariff Anonymous Commentator:We’ve been talking about tariffs for a while now. China has responded to the U.S. with a major move—a 34% retaliatory tariff. Honestly, can you blame them? What did we expect? That’s their response, but there’s more beneath the surface. Eric sent me a story that hasn’t gotten much attention. We’ll start with the …