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When the world stood for Okpebholo

When the world stood for Okpebholo

By John Mayaki For once, the argument was not about politics. Not about party colours. Not about who won the last election. Not about who controls what structure. It was about a menace that had become a common enemy of all decent people: kidnapping and cult-related violence. When Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo declared […]
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Sundiata Post: An Ode to Max Amuchie

Sundiata Post: An Ode to Max Amuchie

THE journalist is possibly the most endangered professional in today’s Nigeria. When I was growing up, the teacher had that cap. I heard it a lot of times that the reward of teachers awaited them in heaven, I guess we should hand it over to the journalist now.

The quest to rebuild NANS:  A tribute to Emma Ezeazu

The quest to rebuild NANS: A tribute to Emma Ezeazu

Upon learning about the unfortunate demise of Emma Ezeazu, I wrote on my facebook wall on May 18, 2015 as follows: “The news of the death of Emma Ezeazu, NANS President in 1986 is saddening and shocking. Emma’s presidency witnessed the continuation of mass students’ resistance to education commercialization and violation of students’ rights. He played his part when it mattered. May his soul rest in peace”.

APC: Of the voice of Jacob and hidden hands

APC: Of the voice of Jacob and hidden hands

SINCE Senator Bukola Saraki and Hon. Yakubu Dogara emerged Senate President and Speaker, House of Representatives respectively, several narratives have emerged to justify, reject or accommodate what transpired on that June 9th morning.

Ogogoro deaths and proposed ban on local gin

Ogogoro deaths and proposed ban on local gin

THE recent outbreak of deaths of over 60 persons arising from the consumption of local gin (Ogogoro) is outrageous and scaring, noting that local gin has been in consumption in years without such detrimental effect.

Obajana: When suffering is unnecessary

Obajana: When suffering is unnecessary

THE multinational corporation is a large firm that has operations in more than one country. MNCs have been the main source of a debate which has been waged since the early 1960s. The argument is based around the idea of whether or not multinational corporations, such as Dangote Group have a non-profit role in society. Specifically, this is referring to the notion of corporate social responsibility (CSR).