By Ondaje Ijagwu As Mr Tunji Bello marks his 65th birthday on July 1, there is a natural temptation to measure his public life by the offices he has held, the policies he has championed or the regulatory milestones achieved under his leadership. Yet those who have worked most closely with him often tell a […]

By Hassan Mahmood Ibrahim  Today, we celebrate the 57th birthday of His Excellency, Dr. Gbenga Joel Hashim, an exceptional Nigerian whose life has been defined by courage, enterprise, patriotism and an unwavering commitment to national unity. Born into a humble royal family, Dr. Hashim’s remarkable journey is a testament to the enduring values of hard work, integrity […]

Happy birthday to my dear friend and brother, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamilla, Chief of Staff to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives. We grew up together with the likes of Folabie Caxton Martins, Wole Atunrase (both of whom lived just round the corner from you in Surulere), Deremie Ajidahun and so […]

By Paul Olayemi  On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the community of Mosogar in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State will come alive with celebration, as family, friends, dignitaries, and well-wishers gather at the Ejorhofo’s Residence along the Benin–Sapele Expressway to mark one of the most significant milestones in the kingdom’s recent history. Chief […]

By Peterside Apereseimokomo In the turbulent waters of Nigerian politics, leadership is often defined by the fierce defense of one’s own territory, faction, or political camp. Yet, every once in a generation, a leader emerges who transcends these artificial boundaries to embody the very soul of a people. For the Ijaw nation, that leader is Senator […]