An article on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, entitled “Sorting Nigeria Out” by Mr Lekan Sote, a columnist with the Punch newspaper, triggered this article from me. Before him, Senator Babafemi Ojudu wrote a critique of what was purportedly attributed to me on the same issue last week, and even earlier, several social media posts had…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), on Thursday gave the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to address what it described as pressing issues affecting Nigerian workers, warning of possible industrial action if its demands are not met. The union accused the government of failing to constitute the governing board of the National Pension Commission and diverting…
Seun Okinbaloye of Channels TV is a brilliant mind and a passionate broadcaster who speaks with a fervor that seems to rise from every fiber of his being. His courtesy toward guests is commendable, especially in an era where combative interviewing often masquerades as journalistic rigor. Yet brilliance and passion must be tempered by precision…
A Nigerian billionaire industrialist, Samuel Adedoyin, has shared glowing remarks about Making It Big, the forthcoming memoir of his longtime younger associate, Femi Otedola.Mr Adedoyin, founder and chairman of the Doyin Group of Companies, said he has known Mr Otedola since childhood and considers the memoir “an accurate guide to establishing a successful business and…
1. In the last 48 hours, I have been in consultation with critical stakeholders in the Aviation Sector and those involved in the unfortunate incidents regarding the unruly behaviours of certain individuals at our airports of recent. 2. Though regrettable, we think valuable lessons have been learnt by all sides to these incidents and airport…
When Comfort Emmason caused a commotion aboard an Ibom Air flight yesterday 11th August 2025, she probably never imagined her name would instantly become a trending national talking point but in today’s Nigeria, one person’s, misfortune, or moment of crisis can rapidly become an economic resource for others. This isn’t just gossip, it’s the anatomy…
If you don’t belong to the upper class in Nigeria, stay off crime. If you are not close to any man-in-power or man-of-power, be law-abiding. In Nigeria, a man of privilege can take the entire crew and passengers of a plane hostage and get home within hours. The friend of the powerful can stop a…
I went to a secondary school. It was called a Federal Government Girls’ school in a place called Sagamu, and that was like being in prison.” – Kemi Badenoch. Kemi Badenoch has made a habit (indeed, a politics) of narrating Nigeria as a failed origin story. In doing so, she weaponises personal discomfort as public…
General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor William Kumuyi, has told members that the decision on who will succeed him rests solely with God, not the congregation.Speaking during a Bible study session later posted online, the 83-year-old preacher cautioned against what he described as subtle agitations over his succession, saying no one has…
According to a report last Friday, Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage opened up in an interview with Zeze Mills on Friday, revealing that the only true love she has ever known is the love she shares with her son, Jamil. At 45 years old, the singer reflected on her past relationships and concluded that what…
