By Ola Taiwo In Nigeria and many parts of the world, we often say, “Children are a blessing from God.” This belief is echoed from pulpits to naming ceremonies, during family prayers, and at traditional celebrations. It’s a statement rooted in faith and hope. Yet, there is a striking contradiction: while we proclaim that children […]

By Dapo Ipoola  “In the eye of history” refers to viewing events from a long-term, impartial perspective, often highlighting significant works, reflecting how time reveals deeper truths, a concept tied to the historical symbolism as a mirror of the soul or truth, but also used literally in titles about the history of vision itself. In […]

By Olufemi Aduwo Nigeria’s 2027 general election will not transpire within the familiar contours of past electoral cycles, wherein ritualised malpractices were rationalised as regrettable traditions, and international responses rarely extended beyond perfunctory diplomatic murmurs. The forthcoming poll will instead unfold within a far more exacting global milieu, shaped by resurgent great-power assertiveness, diminishing tolerance […]

By Okhai Akhigbe President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, launched the 2026 Nigerian Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem on the 2nd of December 2025. The Abuja unveiling event was part of the build-up to theannual 15thJanuary memorial to commemorate distinguished military service, personal sacrifice and the Nigerian Spirit.  The ceremony showcases a military parade, gun salutes, […]

By Femi Salako On a good day,  the National Association of  Nigerian Students (NANS) hardly celebrates politicians. But an exception was made recently. The association expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Honorable Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for his outstanding efforts in ensuring easy passport processing for Nigerian students in the Diaspora. The President of NANS […]