Ghosts of Mokwa
Saratu’s grief is a ghost no one can exorcise. Every evening, she still cooks for her sons. Three boys perpetually living in her memory, weeks after they were buried in a mass grave. Nigeria may have forgotten, but Saratu hasn’t. She still sets their plates on the bare floor of Continue Reading
The coalition and its calculus infelicities
The contemporaneous struggle emanating from the aspiration to occupy the exalted position of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria may be the beginning of the end for a couple of political bigwigs whose working life and tenure are in the twilight of their long-term careers. For the young Continue Reading
That state governors’ poor commitment to tackling insecurity
As the country grapples with the necessity of state police to complement and relieve federal police of its heavy burden, the 36 governors can do a lot more than they currently do to make life livable and meaningful for millions of their citizens. It is disappointing that most governors have Continue Reading
Ogun 2027: Adeola, soaring image of a colossus
SIR: Ogun State is on the list of states where there will be a change of baton in 2027. At the right time, the governorship position will be up for grabs. For now, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and incumbent Governor Dapo Abiodun are taking their time to weigh Continue Reading
Nothing stops Okeogun area from securing governorship and senatorial seats-ODCF
•holds Stakeholders’ Meeting in Saki The Okeogun Development Consultative Forum (ODCF) on Wednesday convened a stakeholders meeting at the Saki City Hall, where they deliberated on key issues affecting the Okeogun region. The meeting brought together critical stakeholders to discuss regional development programs and provide updates on ODCF’s activities. The Continue Reading
Hon. Justice Stephen Laoye Popoola: When Mourning Becomes a Family Affair|YY Muslim
In most instances of occurrence of death, which is always devastating,the sympathiser mustn’t be seen to be crying more than the bereaved. This axiom has been captured satisfactorily in the Yoruba expression:oku eko,ijagudu amala. Afterall,what is left to mourn in the death of a nonagerian if not that death comes Continue Reading
Saki Cashew Excellence : Olofamojo Agro Allied Investment Ltd Wins Prestigious “Best Cashew Supplier of the Year 2025” Award
In a ceremony held today at a prominent venue in Lagos, Outspan Nigeria Limited (OLAM) presented the coveted “Best Cashew Supplier of the Year 2025” award to Olofamojo Agro Allied Investment Ltd, owned by Alhaji Thabit Olofa. This prestigious recognition highlights Olofamojo’s exceptional performance in cashew sourcing, consistent quality Continue Reading
Amofin Beulah Adeoye Felicitates Chief Ojebiyi Johnson On His Birthday
Amofin Beulah Adeoye, the president of the Beulah Adeoye Foundation has joined the People’s Democratic Party, PDP stalwarts and well wishers to congratulate Chief Ojebiyi Johnson, party’s chairman for Kajola Local Government Area. Chief Ojebiyi is also the State’s Public Relations Officer, PRO of the Forum of LG Party Continue Reading
Visa restrictions, urgency of good governance: Matters arising – Part 2
However, the Tinubu government must strive to end the brewing diplomatic spat between Nigeria and the United States. This diplomatic strain is partly blamed on poor handling and the absence of full-fledged ambassadors in Nigeria. It is unfortunate that Nigeria’s 109 foremost diplomatic offices abroad have remained vacant since President Continue Reading
This ADC thing
Sir: For all it is worth, the coalition converging under the auspices of the African Democratic Alliance (ADC) seems bent on shaking up things, which is no bad idea in a country crying out for direction. As the 2027 elections approach, former political foes are finding common ground just in Continue Reading