I spent the better part of Tuesday exploring what stands today as one of the largest privately owned and independently promoted cultural centres in Nigeria — majestically perched on Sobande Hill, Ibadan. The cultural edifice, a masterpiece of artistic vision and architectural philosophy, is owned by Professor Demas Nwoko, the undisputed legend of modern African…
The General Manager of the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA), Prince Dr. Ifalade Oyekan, FISN, has declared that Lagos State is fully prepared for the establishment of State Police, affirming that the state’s existing security framework is well-positioned for the transition. In a recent interview with journalists, Prince Oyekan noted that the Agency, widely…
Have you noticed how betting and gaming brands now seem to dominate media space? From TV to outdoor to radio, digital to sponsorships, their presence is loud, visible and relentless. In many media plans today, they are among the most aggressive spenders. Some observers argue that the tough economic climate is partly fuelling this surge….
In the ongoing capacity-building workshop for the staff of Public Affairs Directorate organised by NBC for repositioning the Commission’s corporate image and enhancing service delivery, the Director-General of the NBC, Mr. Charles Ebuebu, in his opening remark emphasized that in today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the reputation of a regulator is its most critical asset. “We…
I am a full blooded Igbo man but I believe the Yoruba’s need to rise up and defend their identity, land, and culture. It’s unfortunate to say this but the truth needs to be said by someone. We the Igbo’s can no longer continue to be territorial in another mans land. We go to a…
Tola Adeniyi’s Chapters of Destiny is no sleepy elder’s memoir. It reads like a Nollywood epic scripted by fate—complete with prophecies, cult scares, riots, near-death encounters and delicious mischief. From the Dedication to the Prologue, one theme rings clear: this life was not random. It was authored in the invisible ink of Olodumare, shaped by…
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has unveiled a sweeping reform agenda for the Nigeria Police Force, declaring zero tolerance for misconduct, corruption, political partisanship and abuse of power ahead of the 2027 general elections. Disu issued the warning on Wednesday in Abuja during his maiden conference with Strategic Police Managers, made up of officers…
Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has publicly criticised Arise Television anchor, Rufai Oseni in a viral video circulating on social media. In the clip, Edochie questioned Oseni’s moral authority to challenge political leaders and guests on national television, referencing a past incident in Lagos where the broadcaster was reportedly caught driving on a Bus Rapid Transit…
On December 18, 1967, Chief Raji Ayoola Adeleke was photographed in conversation with Tony Dechant, then President of the National Farmers Union (often referred to as the U.S. Farmers Union). The meeting reflected Adeleke’s stature within Nigeria’s labour movement and his international engagements during a politically sensitive period in the country’s history. Because of his…
“While I was still in secondary school, I became pregnant at 17. In those days, it was not something people talked about openly. I felt ashamed. I felt like everyone was judging me. In our society, being a teenage mother was seen as a big mistake. When my daughter was born, I knew my life…
