RCCG forum outlines ways out of economic crisis
By Olayinka Latona PARTICIPANTS at an economic summit organized by the Christ the Lord Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Lagos Province 20, Lekki, identified effective production as well as creativity as ways out of current economic malaise facing the country. They tasked the Church to increase knowledge base of members by sensitizing […]
Betta Edu to Linda Ayade: You are the present day Mother Theresa
The Honorable Commissioner for Health Cross River State, Dr Betta Edu has liken Her Excellency, Dr Linda Ayade, Wife of Cross River State Governor as the present day Mother Theresa during her brief interaction with newsmen after a Sunday morning service at Saint Beneard Parish.
Court orders ex Anambra federal lawmaker to pay N1.1m damage for human rights violation
An Anambra High Court has ordered Hon Ifeanyi Ibezim, a former House of Representatives member to pay the sum of N1 million to Mr Paul Onwughalu and Mr Friday Titus Umah as damage for violating their fundamental human rights.
Nigerian Stock Exchange and financial suicide
The great entertainer who made this remark about his fellow Americans never heard of a country called Nigeria – because it did not exist then. If a Nigerian comedian wants to use the same line today it will probably be “A Nigerian fool is born every second and some of them invest in the Nigerian Stock Exchange.”
The real trouble with Magu: Between metaphor and literal translation by A dance professor
One of the real tragedies bedevilling modern-day Nigerian newspaper columnists, even the ones that are well regarded by discerning readers, is the penchant to often latch onto populist angst and ride the waves of temporary popular idiosyncrasies. This often happens as they relate to interpretations of existential vicissitudes and dislocations, to sustain relevance.
Canada is ready to dominate the global digital economy
Whether it’s the infrastructure, skilled workers, or startup funding, Canada has not reached global influence by accident. Canada is molding itself to be a leader of industry in tech and consumer services.
‘Do away with people who don’t impact on our lives,’ Angela Okorie tell fans
Beautiful actress-turned-singer, Angela Okorie, has advised her fans to stop being friends with people who do not serve any purpose in their lives and learn to give credits to people who deserve them. READ ALSO: APC summons emergency NEC Meeting for March 17 She made this known on her Instagram page recently. “Cut that bestie crap […]
7th AMVCA: Best dressed male, female to get awards
By Ayo Onikoyi For the seventh edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA), Africa Magic and MultiChoice have announced a special award category – Best Dressed Male and Female – in recognition of the best dressed guests on the red carpet and as part of the highlights at the awards event on Saturday, 14 March. This […]
MTV Base @ 15: Mayorkun, Niniola, others thrill
By Ayo Onikoyi On Saturday, February 29, the music, entertainment and lifestyle powerhouse, MTV Base, took over the month’s edition of Island Block Party to celebrate its anniversary with a concert. The concert, which was held at the Lekki Special Event Center, had in attendance some of the heavyweights in the music and entertainment industry. […]
What is philosophy? (2)
Moving further on the subject matter of philosophy, some prominent logical positivists, notably Rudolf Carnap, maintain that the core function of philosophy is the clarification of language, particularly the language of science. David Papineau submits that the discipline involves “thinking hard about the most difficult problems that there are…[and] requires an untangling of presuppositions: figuring […]
Gender inequality, biggest human rights challenge we face — UN Chief
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says gender inequality is the “overwhelming injustice of our age and the biggest human rights challenge we face”. Guterres made the assertion at an event organised by the UN in New York on Friday to commemorate the International Women’s Day 2020. He noted that gender equality is a question of power, […]
