The belief that genitals can be stolen magically for money rituals is a contagious delusion in many cultures. It had existed before Christ came.

Tinubu’s priority must be national unity. Only national unity can bring security without which there can be no economic recovery even if we devise ingenious ways to tax goats and chickens.

Perhaps in the minds of those gathered for the sumptuous feast in these trying times, the hungry poor would be excited to see senior government officials running around a shiny kitchen, turning soups and laughing heartily. That is the mental state of our politicians. The public should be fascinated with pictures of a big man doing any chores in his lush kitchen. That must be why the video was released.

A few days ago, a house officer slumped in church and died. The immediate cause of death hasn’t been established but a well-dispersed anonymous letter sent alarm bells ringing. The letter said Dr Michael Umoh was worked to death. Embarrassed by the letter, the hospital jumped into crisis management mode to deny culpability and whitewash […]

Now Soyinka isn’t bothered about the commitment the electoral umpire gave the youths. Soyinka appears more interested in the sideshow and what some Sea dogs told him about who came third and fourth in the elections.