Obafemi Hamzat and the Lagos State future: Between electoral expediency and governing reality
By MOSHOOD OSHUNFUREWA As the 2027 general election approaches with the inexorable certainty of a tide that waits for no man, there is a familiar rhythm that plays out across the political landscape of Lagos State. The air thickens with promises, the streets swell with campaign paraphernalia, and those who hold power-or seek to-suddenly discover a […]
Between Jonathan and his critics
CRITICISM, according to late British Prime Minister and author, Sir Winston Churchill, is necessary because “like a pain in human body, it calls our attention to an unhealthy state”.
Down from Olympian heights
Pastor-Politician, Rev Chris Okotie recalled recently how millions watched worldwide on television in awe as athletes from Jamaica, the tiny island nation of the Caribbean, collected medals after medals in the sprints at the just concluded London Olympics.
Awoniyi: A worthy support at 52
STOIC perseverance in the face of unprovoked adversity as well as calmness in situations where others would easily lose their cool, could be among the guiding principles, indeed the staying power that have so far paid off handsomely for Arc. Abayomi Sunday Benjamin Awoniyi, Kogi State Deputy Governor at 52.
Re: The case for equity, Delta 2015
The year 2015 is a little far away, but politically, it is around the corner. So it is understandable that advertorials and opinions on Delta State governorship in 2015 have been appearing in the newspapers, notably, the Vanguard for some time now. The one prompting this response appeared on Wednesday, August 8, 2012, page 51, under the above title.
Games? Much more than that
During this break in the action between the closing of the Olympic Games and the opening of the Paralympic Games in London…, we have a unique opportunity to consider how both events can improve people’s lives and impact the world.
