Published byFarooq Kperogi MY April 18, 2026 column titled “Tinubu’s Yoruba Agenda Risks Deep Rupture in Kwara” used privileged information I received from a self-described Yoruba irredentist to advance a narrative that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had planned to impose a Yoruba candidate from Kwara South as Kwara State’s APC governorship candidate at the expense […]
Ravleen Kaur Delhi summers are a good time for Jharna Khatun to earn. She runs a micro material recovery facility in an informal settlement near Chanakyapuri, the capital’s diplomatic enclave. “Summers bring in a large amount of PET bottles. PET fetches the best price in the recycling market — ₹30 per kilogram,” says Khatun who […]
Muslims have been called upon to see fasting in the month of Ramadan beyond mere abstinence from food and drinks. This admonition was given by an Islamic scholar, Sheik Mudathir Ajileye, in his address at a programme organized to sensitize Muslim youths on the spiritual essence of the month of Ramadan, held at the Ansarudeen […]
By ‘Sola Salako Ajulo Understanding the Challenges, Progress, and Strategic Pathways for Nigerian Consumers in 2026 When we talk about consumer protection in Nigeria, we often speak in legal language — policies, regulations, enforcement frameworks, and complaint statistics. But consumerism is not just about laws. It is about the everyday lived experience of Nigerians; the […]
By FUNKE EGBEMODE Women, we do all kinds of things, for love, for men. Some of those things are smart, many are stupid. One of the stupidest ones, or should I call it strangest, is women killing themselves because their men are mean cheating, lying sons of Adam. Why should a woman die because she […]
Is there a consensus when a party disagrees? Ekiti State Commissioner for Infrastructure and Public Utilities, Professor Mobolaji Aluko, answers the question in respect of APC primaries in Ekiti State.
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(A Comic Political Chronicle of Misrule, Mirage, and Melancholy) By: Fred Itua It is often said that history repeats itself first as tragedy and then as farce. In the curious case of Godwin Obaseki, former governor of Edo State, it seems to have arrived at both simultaneously, a tragic farce of self-inflicted political exile. Today, […]
In this role, I often feel a mix of emotions: deep pride in our national journey, regret over the opportunities we failed to seize, and confidence in our direction of travel today. Despite some historical shortfalls and present-day challenges, I believe the most difficult phase of our economic journey is behind us. Nigeria has turned […]
ABIODUN ALADE A storm is gathering over one of Nigeria’s most powerful labour unions, and the thunderclap may soon bring its roof down. Once upon a time, the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) wore the robe of a fearless defender of workers’ rights. Today, it is accused of having shed that […]
By Erewunmi Peace Historian and public affairs analyst, Niyi Aborisade, has revealed that a weapon seized by legendary Yoruba warrior Balogun Oderinlo from Fulani forces during the historic Battle of Osogbo (1840) is still preserved in his family home in Osogbo. Aborisade made the revelation while speaking on the Edmund Obilo Show on Splash FM […]
By Erewunmi Peace Popular Nigerian chef and former Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci is set to make history again by cooking the world’s largest pot of jollof rice. The event will see her prepare an astonishing 250 bags of rice in a specially designed pot. The culinary feat is scheduled for September 12, 2025, […]
By Dele Sobowale Nigeria is on the brink of a major rice crisis as local production continues to fall, forcing the nation to rely heavily on imports and smuggling to meet demand. Experts and industry stakeholders are sounding the alarm, warning that urgent action is needed to prevent food insecurity. A Looming Food CrisisRecent reports […]
By Dare Babarinsa For the past 60 years, the 25-storey Cocoa House has been standing triumphantly at the epicentre of Ibadan, the political capital of the Yoruba people.The edifice was conceived by the Western Region government of Chief Obafemi Awolowo and completed and commissioned by his successor, Chief Ladoke Akintola. In the last 60 years, […]
By Matias Spektor President Trump has announced 50 percent tariffs on India and Brazil, two of the global south’s largest economies. He wants India to cut ties with Russia, even though dozens of countries maintain similar ties without such steep consequences. And he wants Brazil’s government to drop charges against former President Jair Bolsonaro, who […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The global entertainment community has been rocked by an extraordinary week of loss, as four beloved icons—each from a different corner of the industry—passed away in the space of just seven days. From heavy metal to television, professional wrestling to jazz, the deaths have sent shockwaves through fans and colleagues alike. The […]
By Boluwatife Adedokun Nigeria bid farewell to one of its most consequential leaders as former President Muhammadu Buhari was laid to rest in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, following his passing in London on July 13, 2025, at the age of 82. The burial, which drew high-ranking government officials, dignitaries, military personnel, and ordinary […]
By Erewunmi Peace More than two decades after the tragic assassination of former Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Bola Ige, fresh conversations have resurfaced about the events that led to his death. This time, it’s his daughter, Funso Adegbola, refuting long-standing claims that her father sent his guards out to eat on the night […]
By Erewunmi Peace A viral article circulating on social media and blogs has sparked confusion and concern after claiming that a baby girl developed a “micropenis” following a routine vaccination. However, medical reports and expert analysis confirm that this claim is false and misleading. The actual case, which occurred in Sweden, involved a 10-month-old baby […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday to honour the memory of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Friday, July 12. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government. He noted that […]
