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From King’s College to Katsina Ala, Aliade to Barewa and Others, There’s a Resurgence of Old Boys Network in Nigeria

Posted By: adminon: October 25, 2026In: SpectacleTags: AOBA, BOBA, Finishing schools, KAOBA, Old Boys Network, Prof Jason Arday, Sir Ahmadu Bello, “Kingsmen”No CommentsViews:
From King's College to Katsina Ala, Aliade to Barewa and Others, There's a Resurgence of Old Boys Network in Nigeria

By Adagbo Onoja  It is not clear if resurgence is the right word but that seems to be what is happening.  The Old Boys (Old Girls) Network hasn’t been far away. That, along with the Pa... Read more

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