Countdown to 2027: Edo North is for Oshiomhole
By Allison Abanum Adams Oshiomhole’s first term has been defined by a deliberate strategy of translating legislative power into tangible federal presence for Edo North. As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Interior, he has leveraged his position to facilitate federal employment for constituents and ensure fair representation in federal institutions. His legislative record includes […]
Between Kumuyi and a daring Pakistani woman
By BANJI OJEWALE The 1978 book, I dared to call Him Father, by Bilquis Sheikh, sacked the staid and sacral stance of the slumbering world with its contribution to the generational interaction between Muslims and Christians. Bilquis was an aristocratic Pakistani Muslim whose conversion to Christianity plunged her into a whirlwind of rebellion, rejection and ridicule […]
15 Percent Tariff: Thank you, Mr President
By ROTIMI MATTHEW Mr President, your decision to suspend the 15 per cent tariff on petrol and diesel is more than a policy pause. It is a historic moment. It signals that, for the first time in 26 years of our democracy, a Nigerian President has chosen the people over monopoly. You have shown that leadership […]
Why Nigeria must finally end open defecation
By ELVIS EROMOSELE If you have crossed the overhead bridge along the Alausa/Magodo Expressway recently, you may have noticed a bold sign squarely sitting on the median. It reads both in English and Yoruba: “Do not urinate or defecate here. Offenders will be prosecuted.” The message is stern. But what is even more striking is that […]
International Men’s Day 2025: supporting, celebrating men, boys
By Barnabas Akindele Today, as the world observes International Men’s Day 2025, we are called to celebrate the achievements of men and boys while acknowledging the challenges they continue to face. This year’s theme, “Supporting Men and Boys,” reminds us that beyond accolades and accomplishments, men need structures, awareness, and advocacy that empower them to […]
Call for Taiwan’s substantive participation in INTERPOL — enhancing joint efforts to combat transnational crime through real-time intelligence exchange
By Chou Yew-woei Founded in 1923, INTERPOL currently has 196 member states, making it the world’s second-largest international organization after the United Nations. INTERPOL is an essential platform for global law enforcement cooperation. It closely monitors transnational criminal activity including terrorism, cybercrime, and organized crime, and conducts exchanges with law enforcement agencies worldwide through its […]
