On certain mornings in London, when the fog hangs low over St. James’s Square and the air carries that faint metallic chill peculiar to the city, a familiar procession unfolds. Nigerian politicians, decked in tailored coats and the quiet tension of ambition, step out of black cars and walk toward the Georgian façade of Chatham…
For the second time in as many years, a deeply provocative incident has unfolded on African soil — and once again, it involves the attempted crowning of a “king” by a diaspora community within a sovereign African state. This time, it is South Africa. Last year, it was Ghana. In both cases, the reaction has…
Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, widely known as Yayi, stands as one of Nigeria’s most prominent political leaders whose career has been defined by dedication to public service, legislative excellence, and grassroots empowerment. Over the years, he has built a strong reputation as a committed lawmaker, financial expert, and community-oriented leader who has consistently worked…
I did not expect the reaction. I wrote about my relationship, as a young student, with General Hassan Katsina, and about long-standing political realities involving powerful northern networks and President Tinubu. What followed was a storm—insults, accusations, claims that I am a liar, a fraud. That reaction says more about Nigeria today than anything I…
On certain mornings in London, when the fog hangs low over St. James’s Square and the air carries that faint metallic chill peculiar to the city, a familiar procession unfolds. Nigerian politicians, decked in tailored coats and the quiet tension of ambition, step out of black cars and walk toward the Georgian façade of Chatham…
For the second time in as many years, a deeply provocative incident has unfolded on African soil — and once again, it involves the attempted crowning of a “king” by a diaspora community within a sovereign African state. This time, it is South Africa. Last year, it was Ghana. In both cases, the reaction has…
Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, widely known as Yayi, stands as one of Nigeria’s most prominent political leaders whose career has been defined by dedication to public service, legislative excellence, and grassroots empowerment. Over the years, he has built a strong reputation as a committed lawmaker, financial expert, and community-oriented leader who has consistently worked…
I did not expect the reaction. I wrote about my relationship, as a young student, with General Hassan Katsina, and about long-standing political realities involving powerful northern networks and President Tinubu. What followed was a storm—insults, accusations, claims that I am a liar, a fraud. That reaction says more about Nigeria today than anything I…
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has reacted to claims by comic actor Olanrewaju “Baba Ijesha” James that she once entrusted him with the care of her children, Festus and Priscilla. It was learnt that Baba Ijesha remarked during an interview on the “Talk To B” podcast, which was published on YouTube on Sunday. He expressed disappointment…
(Published in the Nigerian Tribune on Monday, 23 March, 2026). A mother sits her son beside her, looks into his eyes and tells him: “Son, listen to me carefully. I want to tell you some important things.” “Okay, Mom, what is it?” The boy replies and the lesson class becomes a conversation in morality. “First,…
Following her recent expulsion from the Palace of the Oba of Benin, Queen Ewuare has provided proof that the visit of streamer Habeeb Adelaja, famously known as Peller, to the Palace was authorised. Last Tuesday, the Benin Traditional Council (BTC) condemned the TikToker’s visit. In a statement, the council’s Secretary, Frank Irabor, said the visit…
Veteran comic actor Olanrewaju “Baba Ijesha” James has maintained his innocence in a recent interview, offering his account of events that led to his arrest and conviction in a high-profile rape case. Speaking on the Talk To B podcast, the actor alleged that he was invited to actress and comedienne Damilola “Princess Comedian” Adekoya’s residence…
– A POST VISIT ASSESSMENT OF PBAT’s UK VISIT Now that the state visit to Britain by President Tinubu is over, it’s time to review the strategic importance of the trip. The state reception accorded to Bola Ahmed Tinubu by the United Kingdom was not merely ceremonial. State visits, especially those hosted by King Charles…
Popular Nigerian television and radio personality Dayo Adeneye, also known as Dayo D1, has revealed one of the reasons his wife left him, while also stating the kind of impact his work rate had on his marriage at the time. According to the video that was posted on the official YouTube channel of With Chude…
