..Biodun Shobanjo: The marketing communications Czar By Emeka Anaeto BIODUN Shobanjo, an accomplished broadcaster, entrepreneur, marketing and advertising guru, was overwhelmingly recommended by the Vanguard Editors for a Life Time Achievement Award on the strength of his contributions to Nigeria’s media industry in general and the marketing and advertising segment in particular. At over 75 […]

…Olajumoke: Philanthropist with human kindness By Dapo Akinrefon ASIDE his sojourn as the lawmaker representing Ondo North Senatorial District in the Senate from 2003 to 2007, Dr. Wilfred Olabode Olajumoke, is known for philanthropy. Not many people can place Olajumoke’s mien, he is seen as one individual who is not given to frivolities. Also, his […]

…Yakasai: Blunt, outspoken patriot IN a State where most political analysts, statesmen chose to be silent about the woes of a nation under any administration be it colonial, military and civilian rule, Alhaji Tanko Yakasai remains a controversial Nigerian politician and human rights activist who has damned the consequences of opposing the powers that be, […]

… Ayo Adebanjo: An Awoist who says it as it is By Dapo Akinerfon AYO Adebanjo, a lawyer, journalist, and elder statesman is regarded as a close associate of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. He belongs to a different tradition of the politics of character and dignity and truthfulness. He is not one to […]

… Mamman Daura: Character, Conviction, Consistency By Charles Kumolu, Deputy Editor, Sunday Vanguard NEEDLESSLY misunderstood and strongly admired. He means different things to different age distributions, especially today’s generation. Such a misconception, which may not have arisen from facts, perhaps, stemmed from the diminishing sense of history in Nigeria. The role of prejudice and parochialism […]

By Dirisu Yakubu The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Friday, described the 2021 New Year address by President Muhammadu Buhari as empty, saying Nigerians must come together to salvage their country. Reacting to the speech, the PDP through its national publicity secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, said the country under the watch of President Muhammadu Buhari is fast […]

…Arthur Mbanefo: Rare-bred accountant, distinguished diplomat By Clifford Ndujihe, Politics Editor CHIEF Arthur Christopher Izuegbunan Mbanefo, MFR, CON, Odu III, 90, is a rare breed personality. Highly intelligent, cerebral and talented, he has excelled in many walks of life, making his marks in accountancy, business, international diplomacy, public policy formulation, educational administration, philanthropy, culture and […]

…Osula-Atu: Fighting poverty with food and education By Adekunle Adekoya IT is remarkable that she has succeeded in her business endeavours in an area usually dominated by men, at least, in these climes – property and real estate. Three firms owned by her stand out as evidence. One is Nehemiah Grace Limited, a market development […]

By Nasir Dambatta For his blatant outspokenness against injustice, the Senator representing Kaduna Central lived his life for the most part as an activist. For his love for good of all, he has a history of legendary generosity to tens of thousands of people, notably the less-privileged. He has the tendency to win any race […]

By Paul Olayemi No fewer than two persons have been killed on the eve of New year in a cult war believed to be retaliatory between members of rival cult groups in the Sapele local government area of Delta State, This is coming barely 48 hours after a popular hairstylist, Adams Ejuvwese, popularly called 10 […]