Osoba’s rapid rise within the journalistic ranks is a testament to his unparalleled skills and work ethic. By 1968, he had ascended to the role of news editor.

In the intricate dance of commerce, where fortunes are won and lost, few have pirouetted with as much grace and precision as Oba Otudeko. As he marked his 81st year on August 18, 2024, the chronicles of his life unfurl a story rich in lessons, victories, and the indelible marks left on the canvas of Nigeria’s economy. […]

By Jimitota Onoyume I was passing when my eyes caught a signpost written Chief Blessing Ohvwaworua Leadership Centre on the fence of his house on the Eku portion of Eku – Warri road, Delta state. The sign post flooded my head with beautiful memories I had of the late Chief Blessing Ohwavborua who passed on […]

By SAM NWAOBASI August 4, 2011 was a Thursday. I had gone to the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation to see the SGF on the directive of my benefactor, Sen. Ken Nnamani. Before I was ushered in to see the SGF, his then secretary, whom everybody called ‘Auty Kate’ on […]

Testimonials The itinerant drummers have gone home. Gone also are the dancers and the guests – invited and uninvited. So are the revelers and the army of spectators. Now it is fit and proper to pay tribute to four eminent  Nigerians whose exploits ring loud beyond these shores after the huge celebrations that greeted their […]

By Ayokunle Ogunshola No matter one’s level of despair about the state of Nigerian politics and society, there remainin the country exemplary people who remind one concretely of a Nigerian virtuousness that once existed whole and undaunted. Their presence also rekindles – from time to time – one’s hope for a Nigeria that might yet […]

By Louis Odion Yes, take a glimpse at this photograph. You would probably imagine, momentarily, a model among the bevy paraded by, say, the popular ritzy GQ magazine. If so, well, you just fell for a disguise. Now, take a closer look. Strip that bucket hat and you will behold, in its luxuriant bloom, that familiar hoary […]

By Ediri Ejoh As the Edo State governorship election draws closer, the political landscape is charged with anticipation and diverse sentiments. Among the candidates, one name stands out: Barrister Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party. His candidacy brings a fresh wave of optimism and promise, resonating strongly with the electorate. Here, we delve into the factors […]

By Eshanekpe Israel It is no more news that the Presidential Amnesty Programme, PAP declared at the wake of the bloody insurgency in the Niger Delta region, South-South Nigeria by the late President Shehu Yar’dua on October 4, 2009 nosedived into the abyss shortly after the exit of the pioneer management from the socio-political scene. It was […]

By Raji Bomodeoku Nigeria, often regarded as a blessed nation, is home to many exemplary individuals who embody the nation’s potential for greatness. One of such figure is Senator Olabode Olajumoke, LLB, LLM, a man whose life story is a testament to the power of hard work, discipline, integrity and the story of a true […]