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The challenge before Ekiti State, my snake-bite story

The challenge before Ekiti State, my snake-bite story

By TUNJI OLOWOLAFE After the Kiriji War of 1877 to 1886, our forefathers chose these iconic hills for their majestic beauty, strategic security and temperate climate. Perhaps that is why Ekiti people carry such unmistakable pride in our heritage, our values and our good looks. Some may even boldly argue that we are the best-looking […]
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Buhari:  Beyond the noise of WAEC Certificate

Buhari:  Beyond the noise of WAEC Certificate

Any African, who hates Nigeria, probably hates the entire black race.  We are very unique in multiple nuances.  In academics, various fields of specialties have the impressive footprints of Nigerians.

Alkali: Dura- Du and the harvest of shame

Alkali: Dura- Du and the harvest of shame

Nigeria is full of surprises. It is strange to understand that in a country and a state like Plateau, citizens delight in lighting the fires of violence and bloodbath. It is elatedly done just to service the egos of political paymasters and challenge the efficacy of security agents or national political leadership.

INEC List: Delta APC nominated candidates tussle put to rest

INEC List: Delta APC nominated candidates tussle put to rest

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC has published a list of candidates who will be contesting in the National Assembly elections – Senate and the House of Representatives in Delta Central Senatorial District.

NYSC: National service or national scam?

NYSC: National service or national scam?

It is the pride of most parents to see their wards all dressed up in khaki and boots. A symbol that the child has scaled through tertiary education, and successfully served the country,  a matured individual. For some,  it signifies a bonafide citizen of the nation, ‘omo ijoba’, as my Yoruba friends will say, a bragging right.