By Gbenga Adeoye I have listened to many people in Nigeria who when you ask them to tell you their name; you hear words like” my Name is Dr. XYZ, my name is Prof. XZY., my name is Chief XYZ. In fact, I recall some years ago, someone was introduced and the person got so angry […]

By Emmanuel Okoroafor As a practising Catholic, I was raised to revere the Mass as the highest form of worship — a sacred moment in which heaven touches earth and the faithful encounter the divine. Over the years, my devotion has remained unshaken. Yet, I find myself grappling with a quiet but persistent discomfort about a […]

By Pierre Dandjinou The Internet provides numerous opportunities for people and organizations worldwide, and today those opportunities are arguably greater than ever, particularly for brands. Our recent global research, surveying over 2,000 marketing leaders across eight key markets (US, UK, China, India, South Africa, Nigeria, Brazil and Mexico), shows that 54% are primarily focused on […]

By Philip Agbese  The seeds of greatness are often sown in the fertile soil of community, nurtured by the collective efforts of individuals who dare to dream big. For Rt. Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, it was always about the people. Their stories, struggles, and triumphs have guided his journey as a leader, inspiring him to […]

By Henry Ikechukwu Ikoh The process of resuscitating the  nation’s  ailing economy requires practical steps by a courageous leader like President Bola Ahmed Tiinubu. What is required most is the support of  Nigerians to complement his vision and efforts through patience and understanding  . The president is endued with overflowing democratic tenets and calm affable […]

By Ayo Olododo In a few days, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) will release the rebased GDP, the first update in over a decade. It is correct to predict that the new GDP will be big, taking a cue from previous rebased figures when Nigeria overtook South Africa in 2014. But before we pop […]

So the next time life hands you a second chance, pause. Don’t shout. Don’t tweet. Don’t boast. Just bow

By Chidiebere Nwobodo “Great men are like eagles, and build their nest on some lofty solitude” – Arthur Schopenhauer In Igbo etymology, eagle is reverred, adored and celebrated, not because of its nature alone but its large-than-life personality. An eagle is a majestic bird famed for beauty, strength, vision, etc. In all its sterling qualities, […]

By Yemie Adeoye We are not a serious people! We have never been in a while, and this complete and utter lack of seriousness has crept into every facet of our lives, starting with our politics, as well as the economy. However, Nigeria now has for the first time since the return to civil rule […]

By Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi On June 26, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed a set of tax reform bills into law that will change how taxes are collected and paid in Nigeria. These reforms are designed to simplify the tax system, improve fairness, and enhance the efficiency of tax administration across the country. For many […]