Perspectives
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“Ọmọ Wa Ni Ẹ Jẹ́ Ó Seé!” (Let him govern, he’s our son) by Odolaye Aremu
One of the mistakes I made in my younger days especially during the Nigerian Second Republic was my inheriting the political enemies of my father and grandfather – in a classic example of inherited biases. They blindly followed Awo and I willingly hated all of Awo’s political adversaries in return. The most pathetic enemy I made at the time was…
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Is democracy un-African? A historical and logical rebutall to Obasanjo, by Ikanke Ibia
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo recently claimed that democracy is “un-African” and suggested that Africa must create its own governance model. This statement raises an important question: Is democracy truly alien to African societies? Are Africans inherently incapable of democratic governance? A deeper look at history and political philosophy tells a different story. DEMOCRACY IS MORE THAN ELECTIONS Before diving…
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Rita Dominic lauds Nancy Isime’s parents for ‘fantastic job’
By Tosin Brown Popular Nigerian actress Rita Dominic has praised Nancy Isime’s parents. The renowned actress took to her official X account to commend Isime, a show host and actress, following one of her recent accomplishments. In her words, “Whoever raised Nancy Isime did a fantastic job.” Isime is a well-known show host, compère, and actress who has built her…
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Omololu Olunloyo: An egret flies home
If he had lived one more week, he would have defeated himself. When he turned 87 three years ago, I told him we would celebrate his 90th very big in 2025. He replied that it wouldn’t be necessary because he would die at 89. “Eighty-nine? Why 89? That’s an odd number.”“But being first is being odd. Number one is an…
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North Central Renaissance Movement: A shot at the Presidency or Vice Presidency? By Tahir Ibrahim Tahir
The North Central Renaissance Movement, NCRM, recently issued a statement, urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR; to drop Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima so as to have a North Central representative on the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ticket in 2027. This shows that they are highly optimistic of a President Tinubu victory in the 2027 elections. This unfortunately denotes that…
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The enduring legacy of the Oyo Empire: A chronicle of kingship, culture, and unity, by Siyan Oyeweso
The Kingdom of Oyo was one of the most prominent, powerful, and largest Yoruba kingdoms before the 19th Century. According to traditions, the kingdom was founded by Oranmiyan/Oranyan – a grandson or the youngest child of Oduduwa, the acclaimed eponymous father of the Yoruba people, around the 13th century. Oranmiyan was also regarded as the progenitor of the Eweka Dynasty…
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On style, culture, and the misunderstood dressing of LADO, by Folorunso Adisa
Yesterday, the LISABI Festival lit up the auditorium of the Alake of Egbaland’s palace with colours, heritage, and regal splendour. It was a celebration of Yoruba identity, especially the deep cultural pride of the Egba people. From flowing Adire attires to well-curated traditional fabrics, the event was a visual fusion of style and symbolism. People came dressed not just to…
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The dysfunction club: How Nigeria’s economy rewards the informed and punishes the ignorant, by Taiwo Olanegan
A combination of six banks declared ₦3 trillion ($2 billion) as profit for the 2024 financial year. About 30% of this would be shared as dividends to shareholders. Are you a part? The insane profitability in the Nigerian economy is not restricted to the banking sector. Julius Berger, Fidson, Afriprudential, Okomu, also have humongous figures in the profit column of…
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NEWS ANALYSIS: Nigeria could join elite $1 Trillion economy after rebasing, by Olabode Opeseitan
Nigeria is recalculating its GDP using modern methodologies, and the numbers could rewrite Africa’s economic story. Early estimates suggest a leap past $1 trillion—catapulting Nigeria’s economy into the world’s top 20, alongside economic powerhouses like Turkey, Switzerland, and Saudi Arabia. Why This Matters2014’s Rebasing Lesson: Nigeria’s GDP jumped from $270B to $510B overnight by incorporating previously uncaptured sectors like telecoms…
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Ekiti State: Where nature, nobility and knowledge meet, by Dayo Adedayo
My first encounter with Ekiti State was in the early 1970s, long before its official creation, through the poetic sounds of Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey, whose timeless lyrics spoke of Ekiti’s proud towns, noble sons, and radiant daughters. Listening to the musicians of Old in Yorubaland was like flipping through the pages of an epic novel. I still remember the…
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