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Stories by Joseph John

Joseph John20 Dec 2020
The Tradition Of Tribal Marking In Southwest Nigeria And Why It’s Fading
One of the first things noticeable about Segun is the tribal marks on his light-skinned face. He used to detest the thick, dark lines but has increasingly accepted them as part of his identity. “I have no choice but to live with them and no longer have resentment towards my parents for giving me such […]
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Joseph John11 Dec 2020
LAPO: Struggles Of Female Loan Defaulters Who Sometimes Resort To Prostitution
Damilola* was 22 when she married and fully started trading in provisions and foodstuff. This year, she will turn 45. She had been doing well until the economic hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic forced her to default on her payment of a loan obtained from LAPO Microfinance Bank, Ogbomoso branch. “LAPO” is a household […]
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The Tradition Of Tribal Marking In Southwest Nigeria And Why It’s Fading