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Melony Akpoghene

Nigeria

Content and Comms Specialist, Editor and Journo at Freelance

Articles

  • 4 days ago | grammy.com | Melony Akpoghene

    RemaPhoto: Prince Williams/FilmMagicFrom its popularization in the mid-2010s to current global, chart-topping dominance by the likes of Wizkid, Burna Boy and Rema, the sound of Afrobeats is constantly shifting. |GRAMMYs/Jun 24, 2025 - 03:06 pmAfrobeats has evolved through different eras of sound, memory and experimentation.

  • 1 month ago | tribuneonlineng.com | Melony Akpoghene

    The Power of Unity presents a heartfelt and ambitious narrative centered on the enduring strength found in community and cooperation. Through a mix of allegory, historical references, and personal tone, the piece attempts to ignite a collective sense of responsibility and togetherness in a world fractured by individualism and division. The book opens with the sobering tale of Cain and Abel, a tragic example of how envy, pride, and broken fellowship can destroy even the closest of relationships.

  • Jul 18, 2024 | popsugar.com | Melony Akpoghene

    Published on July 18, 2024 at 2:20 PMFor generations, Black women have navigated a fraught relationship with religion. And for good reason — they've had to contend with purity culture, sexism, and the overall erasure of their unique experiences within the broader religious narrative. Caught between the expectations of religion and the realities of their lived experiences, many young Black women have felt adrift, their sense of purpose and belonging teetering on the edge.

  • Jul 18, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Melony Akpoghene

    Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments.