Another take on two key issues, by Donu Kogbara
I have an uncle called Jonas Odocha. He is a graduate of Imperial College London, a retired former senior executive at NNPC and an author of a book about agriculture. He possesses a lot of integrity and has strong views about most issues of national importance. I occasionally share his write-ups with Vanguard readers on […]
Ofala and Globacom: When culture and technology intersect, by Ikechukwu Amaechi
On October 1, I received two text messages from the Obi of Onitsha. The first, a well-designed card inviting me to the 2025 Ofala Festival, read: It is the wish of His Majesty Nnaemeka Achebe CFR, mni, Obi of Onitsha, Agbogidi that you be invited to his 2025 Ofala Festival at Ime-Obi Onitsha.” The second message […]
Three Writing Mistakes Professionals Make — and How to Fix Them, by Ruth Oji
No matter how long we’ve been in the professional world, our writing remains one of the strongest reflections of who we are. From emails and reports to proposals and presentations, the way we write can enhance our credibility—or quietly weaken it. Many professionals work hard at their jobs but pay little attention to their writing habits. […]
I agree with the President on telecommunications, by Okoh Aihe
In his speech to mark the 65th Independence Anniversary of our great nation, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said: “We have experienced a significant surge in growth across every sector of our national life since Independence – in healthcare, infrastructure, financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, information technology, aviation and defence, among others.” Let me pick out telecommunications and […]
Where is the fair in the trade that goes on in the Trade Fair Complex? By Rotimi Fasan
Even before I have written the first word, I knew my intervention this week will require a follow-up before it can be concluded. While some might find some of my points controversial as we go on, my goal is to offer a solution that would be lasting and beneficial to us all as Nigerians about the […]
The Need for National Political Reform Conference (4), by Afe Babalola
The Willink commission reported in 1958 but did not favour a further fragmentation of the country and opined that the majority party in the regions would by the nature of things have to win the support of the minority. The stage was hereafter set for the eventual attainment of independence by October 1, 1960. At independence […]
