By FOLASADE ADENIRAN CULTURAL historian, Dr. Oludamola Adebowale has urged the Federal Government to prioritize the preservation of Nigeria’s cultural heritage. He emphasized the need for structured archives, museum support, and greater public access to historical materials. During the special exhibition, “The Life and Times of Oba Okunadé Adèlé Síjúwadé Olúbuse II,” which […]
By ROTNEN LEPGAK AS Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general election, it stands at a critical juncture. The nation’s electoral journey has consistently been marred by logistical challenges allegations of fraud, and a consequent decline in public trust. The 2023 presidential election saw a historic low voter turnout of 26.72%, which is a clear sign […]
By MAY UBEKU I know many have been expecting my thoughts on former President Goodluck Jonathan (GEJ), and trust me, I’ve been eager to share them too. Let me start by saying: same ol’, same. Three days ago, I made it clear, GEJ isn’t running. And I won’t be over-flogging the issue, but for […]
BY GLORY UGOBA Nnena Igwe never thought her favorite synthetic braids could pose a health risk — until she developed persistent headaches that wouldn’t go away. What began as a fashion choice soon became a health concern that sent her searching for answers. Today, health experts are warning that the chemicals used in synthetic hair […]
I read with deep concern the unsigned and shameful document issued in the name of “Yoruba Elders Progressive Council (YEPC)” titled “Our Land, Our Identity: Lagos State Government Must Act Before We’re Made Strangers at Home.” It is unfortunate that in 2025, in a democratic Nigeria where the Constitution reigns supreme, some cowards cloaked in […]
FOR close to one year now, Taraba State, one of the ethnically-complex and poorest states in the North East geopolitical zone of the country, has been without a deputy governor. The lingering absence of Deputy Governor Alhaji Aminu Alkali on account of ill-health, has triggered debates over his continued stay in office without being able […]
STRONG reactions continue over the mass failure of candidates in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), with parents and education groups demanding the cancellation of certain papers, particularly English Language. The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) criticized the conduct of exams during nighttime hours, calling it “unacceptable and detrimental” […]
THE North as a political bloc has a tough decision to make regarding who it will back in the 2027 presidential election, as no fewer than five politicians are on its radar for endorsement. The five leading politicians hoping to get the nod of mainstream North, including incumbent President Bola Tinubu, are former Vice President […]
FOOTBALL in 2025 is more than just a sport — it has become a battleground for global wealth and influence. Across Europe, the United States, and the Middle East, ultra-wealthy investors and powerful sovereign wealth funds are transforming football from the highest levels, redefining how the sport is run and funded. Stadiums have turned into […]
LET’S take a close, careful look at what I call hegemonic Islam in Northern Nigeria — not Islam as private faith, but Islam as a political architecture used to secure power, shape social norms, and control resources. Hegemony, by definition, is domination through consent as much as coercion: it works when a set of values […]