Family battles to save son allegedly shot during Army raid
…Claims officers involved promised to process the bills *No evidence to support such – Army By Efe Onodjae For over two months, 26-year-old Franklin Ivara has remained on a hospital bed, battling excruciating pain from an alleged gunshot wound that shattered his left leg during a military operation in Itigidi Community, Abi Local Government Area […]
The United States of MAGAs, dreamers and survivors, by Owei Lakemfa
The Mount Rushmore National Memorial, South Dakota, is a 1,278-acre or 517-hectare tract seized from the Sioux Nation of India. Into its mountain face are sculpted the 18-metre or 60-foot-high figures of four former United States (US) Presidents. They feature founding President George Washington, main drafter of the July 4, 1776, Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson, […]
Another view on the matter of akara, by Azu Ishiekwene
The feisty debate over First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s comment on akara, roasted corn, and kulikuli, while discussing the Federal Government’s economic programme, is still stirring up a strong aroma, much like the smell of any of these popular local snacks. The thing won’t just go away, especially after her husband, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, jokingly stirred […]
How sustainability is driving Ikeja Hotel Plc’s rising fortunes on the stock market
By Jimoh BabatundeThe commissioning of a new gas-powered generator at Sheraton Lagos Hotel was more than the unveiling of another energy project. It was a statement of intent by Ikeja Hotel Plc that sustainability, operational efficiency and sound corporate governance are becoming key drivers of its impressive performance on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). Speaking during […]
Ajadi celebrates Benedict Akika, hails grassroots leadership on birthday
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) Senatorial Candidate for Oyo Central Senatorial District, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, on Thursday joined eminent personalities, political leaders and other well-wishers in celebrating the birthday of Chief Benedict Akika, founder of the Omituntun Benedict Forum (OBF) and a prominent loyalist of Governor Seyi Makinde. The colourful birthday celebration, held in […]
Academy launches inaugural diplomacy, leadership training
The Global Diplomacy Impact (GDI) has launched its inaugural trainingin Global Diplomacy and Leadership. In a press statement by GDI Chief Executive Director, Ambassador Favour Nso, on Friday, the training program is a transformative initiative dedicated to developing the next generation of ethical leaders, diplomats, peace builders, and global change makers. The statement stated that […]
