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Countering the narrative about christian genocide in Nigeria, by Jibrin Ibrahim
Over the past few weeks, there has been a lot of narratives about the alleged genocide against Christians that is said to be on-going in Nigeria. The current wave of the narrative is essentially from the United States, generated recently by the comedian, Bill Maher and CNN’s Van Jones who have both accused Nigeria of indulging in “Christian genocide.” In…
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DG, DSS, Ajayi, and the power of attitude, by Martins Oloja
The recent actions of the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) Nigeria, Mr. Oluwatosin Ajayi, in compensating individuals wrongfully arrested and detained by the agency, serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of attitude in leadership. This gesture not only showcases the DG’s commitment to upholding human rights but also highlights the impact of attitude on organisational…
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How journalists can get the best from a subject in an interview, by Adewale Adeoye
Today we have some people who control strategic media spaces but they devote such to promoting hooliganism. They do not only destroy the profession, but push journalism to moral decline Nigeria is a terribly corrupt country led largely by extremely bad leaders. To engage them is not to do with a cutlass or with shot guns, but with the wisdom…
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Court slams Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim’s Transnational Energy Ltd with ₦300 million damages over forgery of records
A Federal High Court has awarded ₦300,000,000 (Three Hundred Million Naira) in damages against Transnational Energy Limited, a company owned by Mr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, for forgery and falsification of corporate and court records. The judgment follows years of legal proceedings arising from the forged removal of Dr. Funmi Rebecca Olawepo as a Director and Shareholder of Bresson A.S. Nigeria Ltd…
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Minister Nnaji: Is Tinubu’s cabinet an Oluwole United? By Ugo Egbujo
Atiku says the federal cabinet is an assembly of serial forgers, money launderers, election bandits and identity thieves. While it can’t be described as a total rogues’ gallery, it harbours far too many shady figures, granting too many reprobates access to the pulpits of power. Tinubu, the acclaimed talent hunter, wanted a minister of innovation, science and technology and chose…
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Swinging doors, open gate: A tribute to my father, CO Adebayo, by Abimbola Dayo-Adewoye
Swinging doors and an open gate—that’s the picture that comes to mind whenever I think of 23 Abdul Razak Road, Ilorin, Kwara State, the home where I grew up. That house cradles most of my childhood memories: its gate was always open, its doors forever swinging—as one person was leaving, another was coming in. But it was more than bricks…
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Governor AbdulRazaq, Osinbajo, Oyinlola, others attend wake-keep for late Cornelius Adebayo
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Friday described former Governor Cornelius Adebayo as a great leader, a bridge, and a shepherd who played important roles at different moments in Nigeria’s history. He said history would never forget how Adebayo acted with moral courage and humility, which made him a hero of the people and a…
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White House blasts Nobel Committee for not awarding Peace Prize to Trump
The White House has accused the Nobel Committee of placing “politics over peace” for awarding its most coveted prize to a Venezuelan pro-democracy activist over US President Donald Trump. On Friday, the Committee announced María Coria Machado would receive the Peace Prize for her “tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela”. Trump has been outspoken about his…
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Lookman ruled out of Benin clash in World Cup qualifier setback for Nigeria
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s quest for a ticket to the 2026 World Cup has suffered a huge blow, as the Super Eagles will play their crucial Group C final tie against Benin Republic without reigning African Best Player, Ademola Lookman. The Super Eagles will file out against Group C leaders, Benin Republic, on Tuesday in Uyo, hoping for a…
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Police storm Osun Amotekun headquarters, order transfer of detainees to custody
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A team from the Inspector-General of Police Intelligence Response Team (IGP–IRT) has stormed the headquarters of the Osun Amotekun Corps at the Powerline area of Osogbo over the alleged illegal detention of suspects. The IGP–IRT team, led by SP Rotimi Ogunmuyiwa and accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Bayonle…
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