Sanusi’s disingenuous drivel
Democracy flourishes when public officials and governments at all levels are subjected to scrutiny. Criticism is healthy. Dissent is necessary. Yet, criticism acquires value only when it is rooted in facts, consistency and intellectual honesty.
DSS has become Nigeria’s most proactive agency, by Tonnie Iredia
In the past, not many people knew anything about the Department of State Services (DSS) formerly known as the State Security Service (SSS). The few who knew something about the organization merely called it, government spy or the Secret Police because it reportedly operated in secrecy, wearing hoods and silencing anti-establishment critics. Indeed, its personnel […]
Rivers 2027: Activist backs ADC aspirant, calls for greater political inclusion
A Canada-based Ogoni activist and Executive Director of the Compassionate Heart Foundation of Canada, Sir Joe Korka-Waadah, has expressed support for efforts aimed at increasing the political participation of Ogoni people ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Rivers State.
From begging to banditry: Revolt of the almajiris, by Dele Sobowale
“No revolution is the fault of the people but the fault of the government” – Johann Goethe, 1749-1832, VANGUARD BOOK OF QUOTATIONS, VBQ. A revolution is underway in the Northern states of Nigeria. The downtrodden, constituting 99.9 per cent of the population, hitherto docile beggars, saying “rankadede” to the privileged 0.1 per cent are sick and […]
Fashion takes centre stage at Ajosepo 2 premiere
By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood stars brought high fashion and cultural elegance to the premiere of “Ajosepo 2: The Gathering”, which held on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Filmhouse IMAX, Lekki, Lagos, with the “Owambe Glam” theme setting the tone for a night of style and celebration. The event transformed the venue into a vibrant showcase […]
Sokoto’s merit-based recruitment sets benchmark for transparent governance
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO; At a time when public sector recruitment in many parts of Nigeria is often criticized for favouritism, political patronage and lack of transparency, the recent recruitment of 2,000 workers into the Sokoto State Civil Service by Governor Ahmad Aliyu has drawn attention as a model of merit driven governance and […]
