Saraki and the politics of anti-corruption

Saraki and the politics of anti-corruption

In a fit of pique, the son threw the parable of ‘filth and pigs’ but refused to take on the father, resisted the temptations of those who egged him on to put the father beyond public redemption. He swallowed his pride , no one knows if he is still regarded worthy of his seat in the anti corruption assembly. Time will tell. Because these half- hearted “its ok now” reconciliations often cannot undo the damage already done to reputations . A shattered or tattered reputation , ordinarily, has no ‘nmekwatarism’ as the Igbo would joke.
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Men, women behaving badly

Men, women behaving badly

Recently, I went with one of my sons to collect his books for the new academic session at St. Gregory’s College, Obalende, Lagos. While we were there, I saw a young man urinating at a spot near a row of toilets. As I was going to “lecture” him on the need for proper public conduct, I saw another man, well-dressed, in his late 50s or early 60s, also urinating nearby. While I was contemplating on whom to confront first, more men came and before I knew it, about 10 men were urinating near the row of toilets.

No situation is hopeless with God (2)

No situation is hopeless with God (2)

As we continue with this series, I want you to say it loud to yourself that “My case is not hopeless for God will definitely do something about it”. Walk in faith today my brother, my sister, my friend. Wipe away the tears, forget about the pain, sorrows, shame, humiliation etc of yesterday, for a change is coming your way through this word of the Lord. Believe it, act it and it won’t be long, you will start singing sweet songs of praise and worship.

The empire strikes back

The empire strikes back

Dr. Bukola Saraki, the distinguished President of the Senate, believes that the accusation of his alleged false declaration of assets when he was the Governor of Kwara State, is politically motivated. The Code of Conduct Tribunal, before which he had to appear in Abuja, also has before it the consideration of another indictment against Saraki of owning and operating foreign bank accounts contrary to his position as a public officer. But beyond that, he is also held to have acquired some assets which are believed to be beyond his legitimate earnings.

@ 2Face’s Fortified: Asians beg for selfie with D’banj

@ 2Face’s Fortified: Asians beg for selfie with D’banj

For those who may not know, D’banj has still got the Koko (whatever that is). He was at the Eko Hotel venue of Fortified; tribute concert in honour of 2face at 40 on Sunday, September 20, when an interesting incident happen.

Anambra NBA asks JUSUN to call off strike

Anambra NBA asks JUSUN to call off strike

Barely two weeks into the ongoing strike action embarked upon by members of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, Anambra state chapter, over government’s non compliance with the 2011 agreement on Consolidated Judiciary Salary Scale, CONJUSS, the committee of chairmen and secretaries of seven branches of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA in the state has given both the state government and JUSUN a week to call off the strike and resume court proceedings.

Tragedy: Anambra community sends SOS to Obiano, Buhari

Tragedy: Anambra community sends SOS to Obiano, Buhari

FOR the people of Umuogbo Obiofia, Nnewichi in Nnewi North local government area of Anambra State, life has become a nightmare as a cross section of residents have become refugees, fleeing the community as ravaging flood from gully erosion continues to submerge houses there by the day.

Mikel partners Niger State for sports development

Mikel partners Niger State for sports development

Super Eagles midfielder, John Mikel Obi is to partner with Niger State in the area of sports development. The Chelsea player made this known during a meeting with Niger’s Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello, who was in London for medical check-up. The meeting held after last Saturday’s London derby between Chelsea and Arsenal.

Joseph Mbu: Vilification of a crime fighter

Joseph Mbu: Vilification of a crime fighter

It is popularly said that “Silence is the best answer for a fool”. Silence is also said to be golden. But for Mr. Jiti Ogunye, regarded by one of Nigeria’s leading national newspapers as a “popular legal practitioner”, silence is a crime that should be pelted with unprovoked attacks.

No sacred cows in crusade against hoodlums in Delta

No sacred cows in crusade against hoodlums in Delta

TOUGH time awaits hoodlums, especially sea pirates, illegal oil bunkers, kidnappers, cultists and trouble makers in Delta state,” Hon. Kelly Otuedon, the new Senior Special Adviser to Governor Ifeanyi Okowa on Security Matters, has warned. Describing his appointment as divine and promising not to disappoint the Governor and the people of the state, Otuedon said that, “I am going to use my new office to ensure that adequate and maximum security is maintained at all tim