By Kamaldeen Akintunde, Esq ….the world is a stage, and men and women are merely players who make their entrances and exits. – William Shakespeare These words say the truth about Prince Abdul Jabbar Bola Ajibola, who left an indelible mark on the world before bidding it farewell. He served with distinction in the noble […]
By Ali M. Ali “…But the Nigerian government always disappoints, that is precisely what they are doing in Sudan…” Reuben Abati May 4, 2023. Let me state upfront that I am a parent to one of the just evacuated students trapped in war-torn, Sudan who returned on Sunday. His mother and I were hugely relieved […]
By Mr Mustapha Sani, Abuja The race and vision for the leadership of the 10th National Assembly is getting more interesting every day. Different persons, groups and organisations are advancing various reasons for aspirants to the exalted position of the third and fourth citizen of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. We are indeed in an […]
Workers’ Day, May 1st every year all over the world, necessary calls for an evaluation of work, workers and working conditions all around the world. This is because work is one indispensable resource by which God made man and by which man sustains the world. We are told that after all the work, God saw […]
Climate activists brought road traffic to a standstill in the German capital Berlin, on Monday, causing widespread tailbacks that also blocked emergency vehicles. Berlin Police twitter that they dismantled over 20 blockades by activists and took more than 40 people into custody. The Police deployed around 500 officers to handle the situation. “We do not […]
By Abdulwarees Solanke As I wrote this piece, my earbuds burst to send salty water cascading down my cheeks. The droplets of warm water tears soon wet my wears. It is the story of a mother hen that laid no eggs. Her ovaries weren’t good enough to release eggs any sperm can fertilise to carry […]
By Obike Ukoh With disputes still raging over the Presidential and National Assembly elections, jostling, has, however, started for the headships of NASS, especially the Senate. Though not cast in iron, based on established tradition, the Senate President, is expected to come from the South. In the South, the South-West has produced the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola […]
‘Equality is not just the right thing to do, it is smart economics. No society can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contribution of half its citizens.’ At Coca-Cola, we know that women are not only essential to building thriving communities – we truly believe […]
My Dear Compatriots, I have found it necessary to address you today, on the state of the nation and to render an account of the efforts of our administration to sustain and strengthen our economy, enhance the fight against corruption and sustain our gains in the fight against terrorism and insecurity which has, undoubtedly, been […]
By Hashim Yussuf Amao, Ibadan Years beyond recall, the advice and guidance that come with mentorship have always helped shape the lives of young people positively. Across academic, personal, spiritual and professional lives, the rising need for youth mentorship is deserving of attention. Unfortunately, many young Nigerians seem unconcerned about finding themselves, worthy mentors. This […]