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Nkechi Onyinyechi Ogbonna’s Biography

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Nkechi is a prolific broadcast journalist with over ten years of experience in radio, television and digital broadcasting. She has gained significant experience in financial reporting, public relations, image development and brand building.

Nkechi currently works as Lead Presenter, BBC News Focus on Africa where she covers daily news stories from across the continent. Prior to that, she was the West Afria correspondent based in Lagos, reporting issues in climate change, economy, technology and …

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Why more young women are choosing BBLs | The Conversation | Focus on Africa

Why more young women are choosing BBLs | The Conversation | Focus on Africa

The Brazilian Butt Lift surgery (BBL) is one of the fastest growing cosmetic surgeries in the world, but also…

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US-Israel War with Iran: World Trade Organisation speaks on global supply chain and trade impact

US-Israel War with Iran: World Trade Organisation speaks on global supply chain and trade impact

As the US-Israel war with Iran enters its second week, the Director General of the World Trade Organisation, …

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Air Peace: Nigerian pilot tests positive for alcohol after plane veered off runway

Air Peace: Nigerian pilot tests positive for alcohol after plane veered off runway

The 64-year-old has been sacked, although all the passengers were unharmed.

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Nigerian pilot tests positive for alcohol after plane veered off runway

Nigerian pilot tests positive for alcohol after plane veered off runway

The 64-year-old has been sacked, although all the passengers were unharmed.

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Nigeria's naira shortage: Why are Nigerians protesting? BBC Africa

Nigeria's naira shortage: Why are Nigerians protesting? BBC Africa

In recent weeks, many Nigerians have been left without cash to pay for vital items, due to shortages of newly…

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Ojude Oba Festival

Ojude Oba Festival

The Ojude Oba festival- held annually in Ijebu Ode, Nigeria, brings together the Ijebu people to honour the A…

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Nigerian pilot tests positive for alcohol after plane veered off runway

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By Nkechi Onyinyechi Ogbonna Verified
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Nkechi Ogbonna - Lagos Fri, September 12, 2025 at 4:27 PM UTC 2 min read A pilot and co-pilot have tested positive for alcohol after the plane they were operating veered off the runway when landing in Nigeria. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) screened the pair after the accident in July, at the Port Harcourt International Airport. In addition, a crew member tested positive for cannabis. All 103 people on board the Boeing 737 at the time of the incident were unharmed.
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Culture and colour come out in praise of a Nigerian king

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Thousands gathered on Sunday in an ancient town in south-west Nigeria for a spectacular display of culture, colour and tradition. The Ojude Oba festival in Ijebu-Ode, brought together locals and visitors to pay homage to the Awujale - the traditional ruler of the Ijebu people. This union of drummers, musicians and dancers coupled with a fashion parade told a tale of people deeply connected to their roots.
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Wagner to withdraw from Mali after 'completing mission'

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Wagner to withdraw from Mali after 'completing mission' The Russian mercenary group claimed responsibility for killing "thousands of militants and their commanders" in the West African nation [Getty Images] The Wagner Group has announced it is withdrawing from Mali following what it called "the completion of its main mission" in the West African country. The Russian mercenary group has been operating there since 2021, working with the military to challenge Islamist militants.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Reporter at CNBC Africa.

What does it mean to be a journalist?

Telling human interest stories that are characterised by truth, transparency, accuracy and guided by media laws.

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