Perspectives
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Nasir El-Rufai and the philosophy of nothing, by Festus Adedayo
Former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai caused a mild stir last week. Though the resignation of his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and gravitation towards the Social Democratic Party (PDP) did not come as a shock, the ruckus that attended them have been instructive. Torrents of negative comments have been heaped up as reactions to his decamping.…
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Oyebanji: Accolades for a tested and trusted performer, by Ọmọọba Olusesan Alabi
If ever there is a governor who had garnered several awards and recognitions in a short time, it would be Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) of Ekiti State. When he emerged as All Progressives Congress’ Governorship Candidate early 2022, some were doubtful because he was not a Lagos/Ibadan/diaspora politician. I remember having to convince a Lagos-based friend and business tycoon…
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NNPC, Dangote, Naira-for-crude deal and other matters, by Simbo Olorunfemi
It has to be that there are people out there who are so heavily invested in ensuring friction between NNPC Limited and Dangote Refinery that at every turn, they must find a way to pull the trigger on one narrative or the other to push the two into knocking heads in the public space. It is difficult to understand the…
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Ma’ami at 90: A heartfelt tribute to my dearest mother, Princess Christianah Monisola, by Olukayode Ajulo
It is with this profound reverence that I celebrate the illustrious 90th anniversary of my beloved mother, Chief (Princess) Christianah Monisola O. Ajulo (née Adedeji). She is not merely a matriarch; she is the very fabric of my being, the divine architect of my destiny, my unwavering compass through life’s storms. Her existence is my greatest blessing, her love my…
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Avoiding the tight rope of sexual harassment in Nigeria, by Kunle Osisanya
Introduction On Wednesday 20th of February 2025, Nigerians may recall an interruption of the Nigerian Senate plenary by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central District who vehemently protested her change of seat. The situation eventually degenerated to the Sergeant at Arms being asked by the Senate President Godswill Akpabio to escort her out of the chambers, as witnessed on live…
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Natasha in New York City, by Sam Akpe
Did you watch her addressing the global community in New York? Her voice evoked instant compassion. Her feminine demeanour stirred anticipated non-verbal sympathy. Then, she sobbed, and that immediately brought the hall to a pin-drop empathy. Dramatically, hot tears tumbled down her dreamy face. Cameras clicked. Emotions gripped the audience. The world watched. Silence reigned. Her voice magnified. Someone whispered:…
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Ikere: The wellspring of creativity, by Babafemi Ojudu
Have you ever wondered about the creative energy that flows from Ikere? What is it about this town that has produced the man we are celebrating today—Prof. Niyi Osundare, a poet of immense talent, whose verses, steeped in the richness of his culture, have mesmerized the world of poetry? Have we ever connected the smooth, soul-stirring melodies of Sade Adu…
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The first lawmakers: My reflection on home, discipline, and duty, by Tunji Disu
Law and order do not begin at the police station or the courthouse; they begin at home, in the quiet corners where parents teach their children right from wrong. When this foundation cracks, society inherits the fallout. As a police officer, I’ve witnessed this truth play out in heartbreaking ways—parents arrive at stations, not with pleas for justice, but with…
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Seyi Tinubu and the politics of unwarranted criticism, by Kayode Adebiyi
I laugh whenever some people criticize and attack the innocent young man, Seyi Tinubu, the son of PBAT, especially for his high visibility within the political space. Yes, I criticized him when TV cameras kept capturing him loitering around the Federal Executive Council (FEC) chamber during meetings. It was bad optics because he is not a member of the FEC,…
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Empowering Nigerian youth – A future shaped by collective action, by Dare Ojepe
In a historic move that underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to the young people, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated the Planning Committee for the National Youth Conference, setting a new impetus for the country’s future. As the Senior Special Assistant on Youth Engagement, I am inspired by the President’s visionary leadership and the opportunities this initiative presents for young Nigerians. A…
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