FCTA demolishes 11 duplexes built under high-tension lines
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA—The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, has demolished 11 duplexes in Abuja over flagrant violation of city planning regulations, warning that developers who disregard official directives will not only lose their investments but also face severe penalties. The affected buildings, located along Garba Duba Street in Dutse District, were erected directly under […]
Lost in the Woods: Finding Nigeria way back
Inside this metaphorical forest, hatred, tribalism, and rivalry are luxuries we cannot afford. Each conflict wastes precious daylight
Ogun: NGO seeks traditional leaders’ support in fighting gender based violence
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta A Non-Governmental Organization; Centre for Women’s Health and Information (CEWHIN) has called for the support of traditional leaders in Ogun State, to champion the fight against gender based violence (GBV) against women and girls in their various communities. The Executive Director of CEWHIN, Mrs. Atinuke Odukoya, who made the call at […]
Rights-based decarbonisation, the legal framework Africa needs – Shasore SAN
In a powerful critique of global climate policy, legal expert, Olasupo Shasore SAN asserts that Africa’s transition to a sustainable and cleaner energy future “must be guided by justice, equity, and accountability,” warning that the continent cannot sacrifice development or dignity in its decarbonisation efforts. In a paper titled ‘Climate Change: Developments Rights in a […]
Awujale: Why kingmakers must heed Oba Adetona’s advice
By Kenneth Lawson As the preparation towards the process of selecting the next Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, it is important that we flashback and recall when the departed Awujale, Oba Sikiru Adetona, issued a poignant warning to kingmakers, cautioning them against selecting a successor based on wealth rather than capability. This advice came […]
UNILAG alumni honours Shade Okoya with distinguished alumni award
The University of Lagos Alumni Association today, Friday, October 17, 2025, hosted its 55th Anniversary Awards and Recognition Dinner at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, where outstanding graduates will be honoured for their contributions to national development. Among the honourees is Chief (Dr.) Mrs. Folashade Okoya (MON), Managing Director of Eleganza Industrial […]
