By the time the number of auto crash fatalities that occurred across Nigeria during the 2025 year-end activities to date is finally computed, it will be gut-wrenching

By Tony Ugbejie The renewed agitation for the creation of Anioma State has reignited intense public discourse; exposing the intricate political, historical, and cultural composition of the area. Anioma is not a monolithic or homogeneous entity; rather, it is a political construct encompassing communities of diverse ancestries and complex historical intersections. This diversity renders any […]

I remember that eerie sombre night; a moment of reality, May 9,1987, when I was greeted with the missive of the departure of the Great Awo

True yardstick to measure a teacher’s success isn’t the examination of the performance of top students, but by the depth of transformation

By GOLAMREZA RAJA In recent days, Iran has witnessed a rise in unrest and protests in several cities, primarily driven by economic grievances and public dissatisfaction with living conditions. Expressing such demands through lawful and peaceful means is a legitimate right of citizens. However, developments on the ground indicate that in some cases, these protests […]

By REMI LADIGBOLU The Trump administration’s move to help Venezuela sell its oil has exposed the high stakes behind the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Framed publicly around narcotics allegations, the action is really about control over energy, influence in the global dollar system, and the broader contest with China.  […]

Culture isn’t about perks or posters. It’s the decision-making system a football team rely on when uncertainty hits.

I was overwhelmed with joy when my principal, boss, mentor, and benefactor, the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, CFR, PhD, FCNA, paid a visit to the media unit of his office

By EBUKA UKOH  Every January 15 since I can remember, Nigeria pauses. We lower flags. We lay wreaths. We release white pigeons into the sky. We stand still while the bugle sounds. We speak solemn words about sacrifice, valour, and duty. We call it Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. And we should. But remembrance is […]

By DAN AIBANGBE Tony Elumelu’s influence on the African business landscape is now undeniable, carrying a prestige comparable to global icons like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, or Nike in the fashion world. His track record is so formidable that it would likely impress even a figure of legend like King Midas. Ultimately, Elumelu’s ascent proves that in […]

By KALU OKORONKWO When nations grow weary and old formulas collapse, history is often rewritten by credible alliances. When recycled promises become unconvincing, societies search for leadership capable of resetting the political imagination. Nigeria has reached such a breaking point, economically and politically and the emerging Peter Obi–Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso joint ticket speaks directly to this […]

When an ancient throne is occupied by a leader who combines cultural depth with modern competence, the institution can evolve

By SUNNY IKHIOYA A lot has been said and written about President Donald Trump sending US troops to Venezuela,  kidnapping the  president of the country, and bringing him to America. The motives have also been debated in several quarters. My intention in this piece is to understand how a sovereign nation can be so weakened to […]

Everywhere I turned, airports, fan zones, street markets, there was only one shirt on offer: Morocco

Ebun Derma was born from recognizing the gaps in skincare for melanated skin and the desire to create solutions that truly deliver results