Recent public statements attributed to the Nigeria Christian Elders Forum have reignited long-standing debates about religion, governance, and national identity. For many Nigerians—particularly Muslims in the North—these statements are not merely policy suggestions but are perceived as confirmation of fears that religion is increasingly being weaponised in Nigeria’s political and security discourse. For years, groups…
Security was tight on Monday at Bisirodipe Hall, GRA, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, as the Fusengbuwa ruling House began the process of selecting the next Awujale of Ijebuland. A group reportedly linked to popular Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, also known as KWAM 1, was stopped at the entrance and denied access to the venue. Dozens…
Whenever there are thoughts of traits, leaders typically exhibit what come to minds of many people including strength, charisma, enthusiasm, and vision. One important component is often overlooked, which is humility. There had been talks about the power of persuasion and thisover-the-top self-confidence in leaders, which is a very top-downstyle oalaaf leadership. People are increasingly…
The Alaafin, the current one, has chosen an obnoxiously obsolete history to pursue an impossible hegemony in a modern world. That ambition is not only anachronistic; it is intellectually indefensible. Power, today, is no longer derived from myth inflated into supremacy, but from legitimacy rooted in verifiable history, cultural diplomacy, and moral authority. The case…
In a world where power and wealth often breed distance and arrogance, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu stands as a refreshing exception—a man whose heart seems to expand with every achievement, embracing people from every walk of life. Born on April 21, 1960, in Igbere, Abia State, young Orji began his remarkable journey with humble beginnings….
Three days ago, It was like history repeating itself.The date was March 22, 1980. That was the day Nigeria first made a mincemeat of Algeria, probably the strongest national team in Africa on the eve of AFCON 1980. The Green Eagles put up an incredible display of high-pressing, hard-tackling, confident, disciplined, physical, full-throated attacking football…
For the first time since crude oil was discovered in Oloibiri in 1956, Nigeria removed petrol subsidy. On May 29, 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stood before the nation and uttered a sentence that would instantly alter the rhythm of Nigerian life. Fuel subsidy is gone. Many Nigerians did not need economists or policy analysts…
The Ogun State Police Command has ordered an investigation into a viral video showing controversial Nigerian musician Habeeb Okikiola, who is better known as Portable, allegedly being assaulted while in police custody. The video, which has been trending on social media, particularly X, shows the handcuffed musician being beaten by some Police personnel at a…
Pat Utomi, a Nigerian professor of political economy, has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s official vehicle, nicknamed the Beast, is a kind of car that nobody living in Nigeria should even have to see. In an interview with Atlanta Discuss Channel, Prof Utomi explained that Nigerian roads are not designed for such a vehicle. He…
Nollywood actress turned politician, Eniola Badmus, has reacted to a playful but controversial claim made by her close friend and colleague, Funke Akindele, which has since sparked conversations online. In a now-viral video making the rounds on social media, Funke Akindele jokingly accused Eniola Badmus of spending government funds on expensive jewellery. The comment, though…
