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 […]

By Kehinde Olaosebikan  As the 10th Senate marks three years, one name defines its rhythm: Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, CON. Majority Leader. Lawyer. Bridge builder. To call him “The All Round Leader” is to capture three years of law, politics, and quiet consensus in the Red Chamber. The Lawmaker’s Lawmaker MOB came prepared. A lawyer with […]

By Toni Kan A wag once said that the reward for hard work is more work. This aphorism was at the core of Yemi Cardoso’s acceptance speech in London on June 10, 2026 when he accepted the Central Banking award for Central Bank of the Year on behalf of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). […]

By Kennedy Mbele Amudo, a serene community in Ebonyi State, was recently brought to the global limelight as the entire world watched, with apt attention, the elaborate burial ceremony of the late Chief Stephen Orogwu Nwebor, father of High Chief Peter Chibuike Orogwu, popularly known as Odumba Worldwide, who died at 92. The event, aptly […]

By Dapo Ipoola  Leading differently refers to a shift away from traditional, top-down authoritarian command in favor of empathetic, collaborative, and adaptable leadership styles. It could also be explicitly defined as a top-down approach centred on inclusivity, humility, and empowerment. Instead of acting as the ultimate problem-solver, a modern day leader focuses on asking the right […]

By Patrick Ochoga At  44, Dr. Adeniyi Ifetayo Moses stands tall as a shining symbol of excellence, resilience, influence and purpose in the ever-evolving world of media and public relations. Like fine wine that grows richer with time, his journey through journalism, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and spiritual service continues to inspire a generation of young professionals who […]

By Jesse Tafida Journalism, like the harmattan wind, first toughens the skin before it tempers the soul. For over a decade, I have walked its long, winding corridors, sometimes lit, often dim, serving through Radio Nigeria Peace FM, Kanem FM, SMK Radio, the Nigerian Television Authority, and now TVC News. The profession has taken me […]

By SOLAR Collective May 15, 2026, marked the 80th birthday of one of Nigeria’s most enduring revolutionary intellectuals — Edwin Ikechukwu Madunagu: mathematician, journalist, Marxist theorist, archivist, teacher, agitator, and organiser. For more than five decades, Edwin Madunagu has stood firmly on the side of workers, students, women, peasants, and the oppressed. While governments changed, dictators […]

By Oguejiofor Agbo This is another special day to say happy birthday to His Excellency, Chief Senator (Dr) Jim Ifeanyichukwu Nwobodo, Anyanwu n’awara oha 1 of Nkanu, who is, no doubt, one of the foremost elder statesmen east of the Niger. It is another opportunity to celebrate a man of destiny and vision, whose success story […]

By Kayode Fayemi It is with profound gratitude to God and deep admiration that I join family, friends, associates, compatriots, and countless admirers across Nigeria and the world in celebrating the centenary anniversary of our father, my principal, an extraordinary patriot, elder statesman, democracy activist and Afenifere leader, Chief Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti. Reaching the age […]

By Emmanuel Okogba In Nigeria’s evolving political landscape, where many citizens continue to yearn for leaders with relatable life experiences and grassroots understanding, few stories capture the spirit of resilience, sacrifice, and self-made growth like that of Thankgod Kenechukwu Christopher Ibeh. Popularly known as Honourable Thankgod Ibeh, the House of Representatives hopeful for Amuwo Odofin […]