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NEWS ANALYSIS: The misalignment of egbaliganza — by Chris Adetayo
The problem is not the display per se. It is the misalignment between the platform, title and execution. There’s nothing fundamentally wrong with a cultural platform that aspires for universality. Igbo today, Hausa tomorrow, Tiv next. And so on. But when that platform takes on an esoteric name, a misalignment occurs when it then proceeds to be exoteric. That is…
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Tinubu at 74: Celebrating a life of courage, reform and national renewal — by Uba Sani
Today, we celebrate the enduring legacy of a man whose life has been defined by courage, conviction, and an unyielding commitment to the progress of Nigeria. As His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, marks his 74th birthday, I join millions of Nigerians and admirers across the world in paying tribute to an extraordinary leader, a servant of the people,…
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Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens
Shops, restaurants and cafes in Egypt have been told to close early as part of a raft of temporary measures to combat soaring energy prices caused by the Iran war. Retail and dining premises will have to close by 21:00 (19:00 GMT) each night for the next month, beginning on Saturday. The “exceptional measures” introduced by the Egyptian government also…
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BIRTHDAY MESSAGE: Let’s come together to build a stronger, prosperous nation — by Bola Tinubu
My dear fellow Nigerians, Today, as I clock another year in the journey of life, I’m filled with joy and gratitude for the opportunity given me to serve this great nation. I want to take this moment to thank Nigerians for their messages, show of love and prayers on the occasion of my 74th birthday. I thank all our citizens…
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Shettiman Dukawuya at 30: Linking three regions and generations — by Yushau Shuaib
Thirty years ago, a quiet message travelled from the ancient community of Dukawuya in Kano: a child had been born. It was an ordinary announcement, yet it emerged from a place that has never been ordinary. Dukawuya is one of the historic gateways—Kofa—that once guarded the ancient walls of Kano against foreign invaders. Long before modern cities grew noisy with…
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Grief, power, and the burden of politics — by Segun Showunmi
There are moments in public life when the noise of politics fades, and one is confronted with something far more fundamental, our shared humanity. Such was my experience when I visited Nasir El-Rufai to offer condolences on the passing of his mother. He looked noticeably leaner, a combination perhaps of the physical demands of fasting and the emotional toll of…
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Ishiekwene’s mischievous essay on Obi — by Valentine Obienyem
In the morning of March 26, 2026, a man I hold in the highest regard sent me a WhatsApp message: “Azu shredding our man.” I immediately knew it was about Mr. Peter Obi. Titled: “Obi’s Transition From Serious Contender to Mascot,” I had to read it. Four major strands are woven into the write-up, namely: that the nickname “Okwute” suggests…
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Musician Peter Okoye rules out P-Square reunion with Rudeboy
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Peter Okoye, one half of the popular P-Square duo, fondly called Mr P, has ruled out any possibility of reuniting with his twin, Paul Okoye, fondly called Rudeboy. The singer made the statement on X on Saturday in response to a fan’s comment about bringing P-Square back. The fan, identified as Oladimeji, asked, “Can we just…
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Actress Toyin Alausa warns against rising cyberbullying, social media clout
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Nollywood actress Toyin Alausa has expressed concern over the growing issue of cyberbullying and character assassination on social media platforms by clout chasers, warning perpetrators against further acts. The actress condemned the deliberate tarnishing of people’s reputations in an Instagram post on Friday. She explained that this behaviour is often driven by the need for online…
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Oyebamiji congratulates Yilwatda, Basiru, others over APC leadership return
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming governorship election in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly called AMBO, has congratulated the newly elected National Executive Council of the ruling party. Oyebamiji specifically expressed heartfelt congratulations to the APC national chairman, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, the national secretary, Senator Ajibola…
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