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Agbara Nla remake versus the outrage of isese adherents — by Paul Dada
Let me say this from the outset. In many ways, I am not doctrinally aligned with Sir Mike Bamiloye. And I gave up the habit of watching Nigerian Christian films a long time ago. I am no longer an ardent follower of Mount Zion productions and similar films. In fact, I have no plans to watch the remake of the…
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The power of grassroots enterprise: A defense of the First Lady’s message — by Femifoluwa Ladehl
I have listened to countless debates regarding the recent remarks made by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, concerning empowerment, national development and grassroots entrepreneurship. It is amusing to see how her words have been twisted. A person of the First Lady’s caliber does not speak lightly or carelessly on national issues. While she may not declare herself a textbook…
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Problem is not that First Lady mentioned akara! — by Aderemi Ogunpitan
The problem is not that the First Lady mentioned akara or kuli-kuli. The problem is that too many of us now dismiss honest work because it doesn’t fit our idea of success. Across rural Nigeria, millions of people earn a living processing cassava into garri, milling grain, smoking fish, tapping palm wine, weaving baskets, making pottery, tailoring clothes, repairing motorcycles,…
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Remi Tinubu, akara, moinmoin, eko and the dignity of small beginnings — by Seyi Akinsola
Just when I thought I was about to extricate myself from the various debates going on, I have been shoved right back in the middle of it! Phew! I hope less people will misunderstand me on this.The social media has been on fire today with reactions to Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu’s recent encouragement for Nigerians to consider small-scale businesses such as…
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PRP’s Baba-Ahmed opposes state police under Tinubu, cites trust deficit
National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has argued that the current administration should not implement state police, saying Nigerians lack confidence in the Federal Government’s ability to manage such a reform without political interference. Baba-Ahmed made the remarks on Friday during an appearance on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme, where he described the present period…
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JUST IN: Army redeploys senior officers in nationwide command overhaul
The Nigerian Army has announced a natonwide redeployment of senior officers, with changes affecting key operational, command, training and administrative appointments as part of efforts to strengthen security and operational effectiveness. The redeployment, approved by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, was disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations,…
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US strikes Iran after attack on cargo ship
The US military has conducted strikes on Iranian targets after President Donald Trump accused Iran of a “foolish violation” of its truce following an attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command said it had struck missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar positions on Friday. It said the strikes were in response for…
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Abuja worshippers: When governors abandon their states — by Ugo Egbujo
When Bola Tinubu was governor of Lagos, he rarely left the state. He did not loiter in Abuja. He stayed focused on governing Lagos. Today, as President he watches As half of his governors have become political almajiris. Half of them live in Abuja. They hang around the Villa, looking for opportunities to shine Tinubu’s shoes and dust his seat.…
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Africa’s economic transformation requires resilience
— by Tony ElumeluWhat defines success? And how can you replicate it? Two critical questions for any entrepreneur. Let me share my experience. Talent matters. Opportunity matters. Timing matters. Luck, as I often say, plays an important role. I have been lucky on my own journey. But with all that, we still face uncertainties, surprises, reversals. What really distinguishes an entrepreneur, an entrepreneur…
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Nollywood actor Joseph Momodu joins US Army to honour late father’s legacy
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Nollywood actor Joseph Momodu, has joined the United States Army in honour of his late father, saying the decision was inspired by his father’s legacy two decades after his passing. The actor announced the development on his Instagram page on Friday, sharing photos from his graduation ceremony after completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training. In…
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