Perspectives
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A loose canon in Bauchi governor’s office, by Kola Amzat
This writer is profoundly apologetic to the leadership of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF), as well as 36 governors across the country ahead of acidic and unpleasant words that would be deployed to bring home the import of this Write-up to our numerous readers across the country, and perhaps, in the world over. I assure that it’s never in my…
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Nigeria in 2025: A banner without stain, by Femi Adesina
The ruckus over a new (which is in fact old) National Anthem has subsided. And as with many other things, Nigerians have moved on. We always do. For those of us who were in school in the 1960s and 70s, ‘Nigeria We Hail Thee’ was the staple we fed on. It was our very beloved National Anthem. Melodious and inspiring.…
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In memory of Mama Nurse, by Bamidele Johnson
Starting from the last two hours of the morning right to bedtime this day last year, each of my phones was as as busy as a switchboard. Calls were made with the desperation of a man with a flight to catch but the taxi he’d booked was running late. I was also taking calls almost at the rate of those…
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Of Kemi Badenoch & Yoruba etymologies, by Prof. Moyo Okediji
Kemi Badenoch, the leader of UK’s Conservative Party made the statement that she is Yoruba and doesn’t fancy the idea of being associated with the northern part of Nigeria because the terrorism of that region is against those sacred principles that she holds dear. I am grateful to her for making the statement. It is an opinion that many of…
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See Paris and die! By Phrank Shaibu
Of late, France has found itself in the throes of a diplomatic crisis in Africa, particularly in West Africa, where it has, for decades, maintained a stranglehold on its former colonies. Under the guise of granting paper independence, France has continued to exert an exploitative grip on Francophone African countries. These nations have their reserves tucked away in Paris, their…
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Unveiling the essence of local development: A call to action, by Oba Adedokun Omoniyi Abolarin
The official unveiling of the Adire Osun logo yesterday, marks a significant milestone in our journey towards promoting indigenous development. As I reflect on this momentous occasion, I am reminded of the wise words of Rev. E. H Nightingale B.D, Principal of Wesley College, Ibadan, in 1929, Nightingale, was the Principal of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, the leader of the Yoruba…
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Ahead of midterm, emerging signs favourable for the Tinubu Administration, By Bayo Onanuga
Although the Tinubu Administration’s midterm is five months away, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu can proudly reflect on his administration’s journey over the last 19 months. After initial turbulence, the government concluded 2024 stronger than 2023, as many policies began yielding significant results that even the most ardent detractors could not ignore. Under President Tinubu’s leadership, NNPC Limited has fixed two…
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Unlocking Femi Adebayo’s “Seven Doors” By Olusegun Ajayi
At the point the main conflict in Femi Adebayo’s Seven Doors begins to impact, hardly would a curious mind resist the urge to accentuate the legendary clash of tradition and modernity that dominates the film. Aficionados of Yoruba cultural practices may be unfazed by Oba Adedunjoye’s (Femi Adebayo) softness after the oracle decreed he had to marry seven wives to…
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As 2025 beckons, passionate appeal to Nigerians to support President and his programs, Kola Amzat
Nigeria is a prodigiously blessed country, with vast deposits of oil & gas resources in the oceans running into hundreds of billions that could last for eternity. It’s also instructive that the country oil & gas is one of the finest in the world, making it one of the most sought-after. The country is unarguably endowed with awesome deposits of…
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A little thought for Naomi, by Simbo Olorunfemi
It is almost 2 weeks since the tragic turn of events in Ibadan, with what was supposed to be a funfair for children turning to a nightmare, hours before it was scheduled to start, with the stampede that ensued leading to the unfortunate death of 35 children. In the immediate aftermath of this unfortunate incident, there was palpable anger, with…
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