Perspectives
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Lagos is not a “No Man’s Land” by Folorunso Adisa
Lagos a ‘no man’s land: memory, myth and the making of Eko Say it in whispers if you must, but never declare it boldly in the presence of a true Lagosian: that Lagos is a “no man’s land.” The phrase, often tossed about in political squabbles and ethnic jabs, is not merely wrong, it is historically bankrupt. Oba Adeyinka Oyekan,…
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Tinubu’s $3m cash reward to Super Falcons is profligacy, by Yemi Adebowale
Absolute Profligacy. This is how best to describe President Bola Tinubu’s $2,950,000 gift to the Super Falcons/technical crew for winning the Women African Cup of Nations held in Morocco. Our President sloppily ordered the release of the Naira equivalent of $100,000 to each of the 24 players and $50,000 to each of the 11-man technical crew of the team. This…
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The Church of sports needs reformation, by Bamidele Johnson
Many of us, including those now criticising the gifts given to the Super Falcons, would gladly accept the same benefits if offered, regardless of our genitalia. Some others silently wish their daughters or nieces had been part of the team. The Super Falcons deserve what they got. I wish every member of the squad and coaching staff the very best…
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The Nollywood gatekeepers who fumbled the Netflix moment, by Chioma Ahaghotu
When global streaming giants like Netflix turned their eyes to Africa, Nigeria was the obvious starting point. Nollywood is the second-largest film industry in the world by volume, and Nigerian content already had a thriving global audience through YouTube, iROKOtv, and African Magic. So when Netflix started commissioning original films and licensing local content around 2019, the excitement was justified.…
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Ashleigh Plumptre’s powerful journey of identity, leadership, and legacy, by Emmanuel Utomi
Ashleigh Plumptre was named in the CAF 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Best XI for the group stage. According to a report by Cafonline.com on July 17, her inclusion was evidence of not only her defensive excellence but also to a remarkable football journey rooted in heritage, resilience, and ambition. Known for her composed leadership, tactical intelligence, and…
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Danger of ethnic rhetoric over Charlie Boy Bus Stop in Lagos, by Aderemi Ogunpitan
People are free to disagree with the renaming of a bus stop in Lagos. That’s democracy. But what we’ve seen in response to the Charly Boy bus stop renaming isn’t just disagreement, it’s something far more dangerous. Individuals are using this civic decision as a cover to stoke ethnic divisions, inflame old prejudices, and whip up hostility between Nigerians who…
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Convocation crowd: Why Babcock University should do better, by Wale Fatade
I joined parents and well wishers yesterday at the convocation ceremony at Babcock university. It was my first time of entering the institution and while its ambience and aesthetics are fantastic, the management of the ceremony leave a lot to be desired. It affirmed again, why meticulous planning is essential to success. First, organising a ceremony for nearly 4,000 graduates…
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How Genevieve Nnaji let a global moment slip, by Chioma Ahaghotu
In 2018, when Lionheart premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and was acquired by Netflix, it felt like a cultural inflection point. Nollywood, long dismissed as a low-budget industry with limited appeal outside Africa, suddenly had a global calling card, and Genevieve Nnaji was its face. She was poised to become the Ava Du Vernay or Issa Rae of…
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Analysis: Reclaiming what is ours: FIRS boss spits fire as FG tackles illicit funds flow, by Arabinrin Aderonke
Why does Nigeria, a country blessed with oil, gas, minerals, and millions of hardworking people, still struggle to meet its financial responsibilities? Why are public schools often in poor condition, hospitals lacking supplies, and some infrastructure projects delayed for years? Why does the government continue to borrow even when taxes are being paid, oil revenues are recorded, and businesses are…
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Rethinking the rift: Awolowo, Akintola, and the burden of misunderstanding, by Kehinde Thompson
History often casts Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola in the long shadow of betrayal. To many Nigerians, especially in the southwest, he is remembered less for his political legacy and more for a single label — “Afonja” — a symbol of treachery. But is this a fair portrayal? In a bold and well-researched reinterpretation, Dr. Emmanuel Oladipo Ojo challenges this long-standing…
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