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‘Abductors carried tired Falae on their back’

‘Abductors carried tired Falae on their back’

The 96-hour horrifying experience of the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation SGF, Chief Oluyemisi Falae , in kidnappers den, would remain with him for a long time to come.

Most romantic day of my life — Joke Jigan

Most romantic day of my life — Joke Jigan

Her name is Joke Jigan but many call her Bisola Beyonce because of her blockbuster film that shot her into limelight. Joke is pretty, with just about everything in the right proportions. She’s easy on the eyes and has a look that she may fall asleep on your laps any moment. Some have described her eyes as unnatural, with some even claiming they could put a bet that she has contact lenses in them.

On Obituary, and the Nigeria Blues (1)

On Obituary, and the Nigeria Blues (1)

The last three weeks have proved critical times in my life. It was a period of mixed feelings as I went through the process of making a reality the top most wish of every responsible child in this world. And by extension, the dream of every parent. The prayer of every man or woman is to give his or her parents deserving and colouful send off when the final curtain is drawn for them.

Fear is the sum total of all hatred

Fear is the sum total of all hatred

Pope Francis is on a six day visit to America and his visit is very poignant and timely. Pope Francis is a frugal man and a friend of the poor. This is very much in the tradition of another icon of the Catholic Church, whose name he has borrowed,St Francis of Assisi.

2016: The fear of  economic recession!

2016: The fear of economic recession!

The report went on to state: “The Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria on Tuesday warned that the country’s economy could slip into recession next year if proactive steps were not taken by the Federal Government to revive key sectors” .. Ordinarily, people reading that statement, and believing it, would be excused for thinking that the CBN and Governor Godwin Emefiele don’t already know some truths which render their statement more political and self-serving than economic. Unfortunately, the CBN and the Monetary Policy Committee already know that a recession in 2016 is inevitable.

How irate youths held Oshiomhole hostage in Yenagoa

How irate youths held Oshiomhole hostage in Yenagoa

To Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State, the incident of Tuesday, September 22, in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, is one he will not forget in a hurry. It is one incident that should not even happen to him and his party, the All Progressives Congress, APC, in this dispensation given the party’s ‘Change’ mantra.

How economic recession may affect you, by Prof. Ekpo

How economic recession may affect you, by Prof. Ekpo

Akpan Ekpo, a professor of economics, is Director General, West African Institute for Financial and Economic Management (WAIFEM). He speaks on the warning by the CBN Governor, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, that Nigeria’s economy may go into a recession in 2016.

Alternatives to Avoid

Alternatives to Avoid

This week, we are addressing some of the options available to couples waiting on the Lord for children with special focus on those options Christians must shun as we refer to men and women of God who have spoken on this topic.