As Tinubu, PDP governors dance naked in public
It is difficult not to agree that a major qualification for being successful in present day Nigerian politics, is to be shameless. We saw it demonstrated at the early part of this civilian dispensation. Then, a story was told of an Ibadan political godfather, Lamidi Adedibu, posing three questions to Continue Reading
Afenifere: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow (In Memory of Chief Ayo Adebanjo)
In the understanding of โethnicity as the expression of solidarity and common loyalty of peoples who share among themselves a country and a cultureโ- Chief Obafemi Awolowo was right to commit himself to the notion and evolution of ethnic solidarity among the Yoruba. To put it in his precise phrase Continue Reading
Only PDP can rescue Nigeria from further deterioration -Siju Lawalย
In a bold statement, Hon. Siju Lawal, a chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, has declared that only the PDP can rescue Nigeria from its current economic challenges. Lawal urged Nigerians to massively vote for the PDP in the upcoming elections, citing the party’s potential to Continue Reading
The South East Development Commission and Gowonโs 3Rs
With a landmass bounded by the River Niger on the western front, the riverine Niger Delta on the southern front and Cameroon to the east, this space is the indigenous homeland of the Igbo People (Ala Igbo) of Nigeria. Apart from hard work, all other adjectives typically used in characterising Continue Reading
How Russia saved Europe
How Russia saved Europe? The title of this article will likely raise eyebrows and queries. But, it is apt. Yes, Russia saved Europe. And, Europe acknowledges that though it tries as much as it can to erase that part of its history because of its fractious relationship with Kremlin โa Continue Reading
Promoting tourism in Nigeria
Today, we are looking into the importance of tourism to economic development of Nigeria. Although, I cannot claim to be an expert in tourism, I can safely describe myself as a tourist who has visited many countries whether on holiday or business. By this colloquial term, I mean that I Continue Reading
Multi โZero-Partyโ Democrac
In his book, โFrom Opposition to Governing Party: Nigeriaโs APC Merger Storyโ, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu (now of blessed memory) discussed the delicate negotiations that eventually culminated in the registration of the APC. Each of the merging parties and groups came with their own proposals, especially regarding the partyโs acronym. โEach Continue Reading
Workers’ Day: Let Us Raise the Bar – Agbaje Celebrates Workers, Commends Tinubuโs Commitment to Labour Welfare
Barr. Akeem Agbaje, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, has extended warm greetings to Nigerian workers as the nation marks the 2025 International Workersโ Day. In a message released to the media, Agbaje acknowledged the resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of Nigerian workers across all Continue Reading
Opinion: Mercy Over Demolition: An Open Plea to Gov. Seyi Makinde|Kunle Busari
This open letter to Governor Seyi Makinde is a thoughtful and well-articulated plea for mercy and consideration in the planned road construction project from Akinyele to Ojoo. The writer, Surv. Busari Olakunle Ibrahim, commends the governor’s developmental projects but expresses concern about the potential demolition of properties along the proposed Continue Reading
Saki Artisans struggle to survive as unstable power supply threatens livelihoods
The streets of Saki were filled with the sounds of discontent as residents staged a protest against the incessant power outages that have become a norm in their community. The protesters, fed up with the darkness, demanded an end to the era of epileptic power supply and called on the Continue Reading