“The North has become a region of endless funerals and perpetual bereavement. Bandits in the North have become a state. They impose fines and taxes, send notices, control spaces, determine life and death and operate without challenge” – Senator Shehu Sani of Kaduna State, March 2020. I wish that historical damn fool called Lord Lugard and […]

By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actress Blessing Obasi has addressed the criticism she received from some Christians following her portrayal of a lesbian character in the Netflix series Blood Sisters 2. Speaking in an interview with Yanga FM, the actress explained that her role as an actor requires her to interpret different characters and should not […]

As part of activities marking the birthday celebration of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the Executive Chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission, Hon. Onoriode Joshua Oborevwori, has visited Delta State para-athletes camping at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, where he presented gifts to the athletes. The weekend visit, which has generated positive […]

By Bunmi Sofola WILL spousal violence ever go away?  Two readers sent in their views recently.  One is a married mother of three and the other is a bewildered husband who’s been physically and mentally abused by his wife.  “My husband and I were together for nearly ten years,” wrote Ibi, “and he was a violent […]

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa on Sunday congratulated fathers, guardians, and father figures on the occasion of Father’s Day. He praised them for their sacrifices and commitment to family development while urging them to embrace responsible parenting as a foundation for a better society. […]