The dark side of virality: Content creation and brain drain among Nigerian youths

    Olajide Dahunsi | Opinion | May 12, 2025    
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More and more young Nigerians are diving into content creation, chasing fame and fortune online. But behind the fun videos and viral posts is a tougher question: is this a real career path or just a distraction from more serious opportunities?

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