
The Forgotten Promise: Why Are We Shying Away from the National Pledge?
The Forgotten Promise: Why Are We Shying Away from the National Pledge?
A while back, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu gave a directive: the National Pledge should be recited at every official gathering. ...

INTERVIEW : Nigerians and the definition of true patriotism
INTERVIEW : Nigerians and the definition of true patriotism
In this insightful interview, we focus on true patriotism in Nigeria, the history, and exploring the growing disconnect between citizens ...

Illegal Mining vs. Illegal Bunkering: A Reflection of Nigeria’s Double Standards
Illegal Mining vs. Illegal Bunkering: A Reflection of Nigeria’s Double Standards
Nigeria is a nation blessed with abundant natural resources, from crude oil in the Niger Delta to vast mineral deposits ...

INTERVIEW : Leadership is about service, not personal gain” – Bode George
INTERVIEW : Leadership is about service, not personal gain” – Bode George
Few figures in Nigerian politics command the experience, insight, and outspokenness of Chief Bode George. A seasoned statesman, retired military ...

Haunted by fear, displaced by violence: the heartbreaking plight of Orsu indigenes
Haunted by fear, displaced by violence: the heartbreaking plight of Orsu indigenes
When dusk falls over Orsu Local Government Area (LGA) in Imo State, darkness isn’t just the absence of light, it’s ...

The Forgotten Promise: Why Are We Shying Away from the National Pledge?
A while back, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu gave a directive: the National Pledge should be recited at every official gathering. ...

INTERVIEW : Nigerians and the definition of true patriotism
In this insightful interview, we focus on true patriotism in Nigeria, the history, and exploring the growing disconnect between citizens ...

Illegal Mining vs. Illegal Bunkering: A Reflection of Nigeria’s Double Standards
Nigeria is a nation blessed with abundant natural resources, from crude oil in the Niger Delta to vast mineral deposits ...

INTERVIEW : Leadership is about service, not personal gain” – Bode George
Few figures in Nigerian politics command the experience, insight, and outspokenness of Chief Bode George. A seasoned statesman, retired military ...
Videos 

INTERVIEW : Nigerians and the definition of true patriotism
In this insightful interview, we focus on true patriotism in Nigeria, the history, and exploring the growing disconnect between citizens ...

Nigeria Moves to Extradite Simon Ekpa
Decades after the Biafran War, tensions resurface as Simon Ekpa, a key figure in the separatist movement, faces extradition. The ...

NYSC: A Dream Deferred?
“When the NYSC was created, it promised to unite Nigeria—breaking down barriers of tribe, religion, and region. But decades later, ...

THE FIRING LINE
The dangers of a single six year term: In this interview, our guest discusses, from a legal standpoint, what the ...

Captain Calistus: Pidgin Patriotism.
Earlier this month, our correspondent flew to Lagos to have an interview with the much revered “Captain Calistus”, the man ...
POLITICS

APC withdraws from Osun LG poll
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has announced its withdrawal from the local government election set for Saturday, ...

Don’t Turn Osun into War Zone; APGA Warns PDP, APC
The Osun State Chapter of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), under the leadership of its state chairman, Wole Adedoyin, ...

Osun LG crisis: Adeleke orders lockdown of secretariats, mourns victims
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has issued a directive urging all residents, including politicians, to stay away from local ...

INEC Tasked On Need To Conduct All Elections In A Day
The 2023 Vice-Presidential Candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Bishop Isaac Idahosa, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission ...

2027 Election : North will take its turn after Tinubu’s 8 years – Ganduje
The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Abdullahi Ganduje , stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will ...

A New Era for Women in Politics as Mojisola Meranda Assumes Speakership
Lagos, Nigeria — Honourable Mojisola Meranda has been sworn in as the first female Speaker of the Lagos State House ...

Your tenure witnessed monumental corruption, insecurity, APC chieftain replies Buhari
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Josef Onoh, has said that former President Muhammadu Buhari’s eight years in office ...

INEC CHAIRMAN: Vote-buying in Party Primaries Is Diabolic
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Mahmood Yakubuhas condemned vote-buying during party primaries. Professor Yakubu described the practice as ...

You’re not welcome in APC, we will not allow people with questionable records- Omo-Agege Tells Governor Oborevwori And Okowa
The 2023 gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Delta State, Ovie Omo-Agege, has urged Gov Sheriff Oborevwori ...

2027: Don’t Allow PDP Return To Power, APC Begs
The ruling All Progressives Congress has described the opposition Peoples Democratic Party as a political platform that is gradually going ...

Edo gov poll: Oshiomhole storms tribunal as hearing on PDP’s petition resumes
The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja, has resumed hearing as the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and ...

Atiku, Peter Obi, El-Rufai are failures, can’t manage their affairs – APC
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has described former presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi ...

2027: I Am Not Against A Coalition – Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections has clarified a recent statement he made about ...

Nigeria difficult to govern due to its complexities – Buhari
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has said that the country poses many challenges to anyone who governs it. Buhari, who ...

Members of the Osun APC are tasked with avoiding selfishness and promoting unity.
The Osun State leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned the party members in the state to always ...

Ibadan North bye-election: We’ll be fair to all aspirants – APC chairman
No fewer than 20 aspirants have indicated interest in contesting the forthcoming bye-election in Ibadan North federal constituency on the ...

APC Wins 16 Of 18 Local Govt Chairmanship Seats In Ondo
The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has won 16 out of the 18 chairmanship seats in the local government elections ...

Osun APC Demands Sack of OSSIEC Boss, Abioye
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has called for Barrister Hashim Abioye’s resignation as chairman of ...

LG Polls : Labour Party Commences Contempt Proceedings Against OGSIEC
The Ogun state chapter of the Labour Party has commenced contempt proceedings against the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) ...

Sanwo-Olu was not involved in Mudashiru Obasa’s impeachment
Mr Gboyega Akosile, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State says the governor ...
ARTICLES

The Forgotten Promise: Why Are We Shying Away from the National Pledge?
A while back, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu gave a directive: the National Pledge should be recited at every official gathering. ...

INTERVIEW : Nigerians and the definition of true patriotism
In this insightful interview, we focus on true patriotism in Nigeria, the history, and exploring the growing disconnect between citizens ...

Illegal Mining vs. Illegal Bunkering: A Reflection of Nigeria’s Double Standards
Nigeria is a nation blessed with abundant natural resources, from crude oil in the Niger Delta to vast mineral deposits ...

Haunted by fear, displaced by violence: the heartbreaking plight of Orsu indigenes
When dusk falls over Orsu Local Government Area (LGA) in Imo State, darkness isn’t just the absence of light, it’s ...

Tears of Joy, Tears of Shame: The Nigerian Police and the Burden of a Broken System
A young woman in uniform, tears streaming down her face, marches toward her family at her police passing-out parade. They ...

A Response to Kemi Badenoch’s Criticisms: Nigeria, Resilience, and the Journey to Greatness
As Nigerians, we are no strangers to criticism. Over the years, our nation has been the subject of intense scrutiny ...

The Dangers We Ignore: Reflections on the Recent Tanker Explosion in Dikko, Niger State
The recent tanker explosion in Dikko, Niger State, was yet another heartbreaking reminder of the dangers associated with fuel accidents ...

A Tribute to the Armed Forces of Nigeria
As we mark the Armed Forces Remembrance Day, we pause to honor the gallant men and women of the Nigerian ...

Celebrating Through Hardships: A Testament to Resilience
As we close the chapter on 2024 and step into 2025, one thing stands clear: despite the challenges of a ...

The Expression Gap: Lessons from Two Different Worlds
In October, I had the privilege of engaging with students from private schools as part of a breast cancer awareness ...

Balancing Priorities and Fiscal Discipline: Nigeria’s 2025 Budget
In December 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu presented the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly, proposing a budget of ...

Empowering the Next Generation: Rear Admiral Hamza Ibrahim’s ICT and Character Development Program
The Centre for Human Capacity Development, a visionary initiative by Rear Admiral Hamza Ibrahim, recently concluded its first-ever 10-day ICT ...

Reclaiming Nigeria’s Image: A Call to Patriotism and Integrity”
The recent decision by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to relax visa rules for Nigerians has sparked a wave of ...

Foreign Footsteps on Nigerian Soil: A Call for Reflection
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, has long been a land of immense resources, opportunities, and untapped potential. Yet, a troubling ...

Premature Campaigning: A Symptom of Self-Interest Over Governance
Nigeria’s 2023 general elections ushered in a new government, with expectations of transformative leadership to address the nation’s myriad challenges. ...

Shielding Young Minds: The Case for Internet Restrictions on Minors
With internet access now a part of everyday life, many societies are grappling with how to protect children from harmful ...

Preserving African Values Amid the Changing World
The world we live in is evolving at an astonishing pace, and with it, we’re seeing shifts in values, attitudes, ...

Nigeria’s Power Paradox: Gridlock, Inequality, and the High Cost of Light
The recurring collapse of Nigeria’s national grid is both a symptom and cause of a larger crisis in the country’s ...

POS vs BANK : The Struggle for Cash Access in Nigeria
In Nigeria today, accessing cash has become a complicated task, with ATMs and POS systems making the situation more challenging ...

Using Data To Drive Sustainable Development, Social Impact – Falade Temidayo
In a world where data plays an increasingly central role in decision-making, Falade Temidayo is at the forefront of transforming ...
INTERVIEWS

Driving Change in Nigeria: how leadership paradigms can shape the nation’s future—Professor Harrison

Using Data To Drive Sustainable Development, Social Impact – Falade Temidayo

From Banking to Mental Health Advocacy: Toyin Tope-Adedipe on ‘Let’s Share Coffee’

Adenike Macaulay: Championing African Travel and Empowering Women in Leadership
ENTERTAINMENT

Burna Boy Drops Debut Song Of The Year, Titled ‘ Update [Official Music Video]
Multiple award-winning artist Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy has officially revealed his first single for 2025, which he ...

I’m alive, Dele Odule knocks blogger over d£ath rumour
Nigerian film actor, Dele Odule has addressed the false rumors circulating on social media about his death and alleged arrest. ...

Police declare Portable wanted for allegedly assaulting Ogun govt officials
The Ogun State Police Command, on Monday, declared controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as ‘Portable‘, wanted for his involvement ...

Davido Shares Adorable Valentine’s Day Message He Got From His Daughter Hailey
Nigerian-American singer, songwriter and record producer. David Adeleke, better known as Davido, showed that he was a proud father after ...

Adekunle Gold releases new single ‘Obimo’
Singer-songwriter, Adekunle Gold, has kicked off the year with a brand-new single, ‘Obimo’, released on Wednesday and his fans are ...

I Want to Marry Her ”: 2baba Confirms Affair With Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru
Nigerian music superstar Innocent Idibia better known as 2baba, has sparked another massive uproar on social media as a clip ...
DIASPORA

85 Deported Nigerians To Arrive Lagos From US
The United States has commenced deportation proceedings for Nigerian nationals, with 85 individuals set to arrive in Lago s, while ...

FG Prepares to Receive Deported Nigerians from the US
The President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has called on the United States to ensure a humane deportation process for Nigerians, ...

Kemi Badenoch- Immigrants should only be eligible for UK citizenship after 15 years
Nigeria-born British Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch released a video detailing her plans to improve the immigrant situation in England ...

President Tinubu lauded Nigerians’ accomplishments abroad
President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, said the positive reports on Nigerians in the diaspora would inspire the younger ...

Yung6ix recounts narrow escape from death during robbery attack in U.S
Yung6ix, the US-based Nigerian rapper, has shared how he narrowly escaped death after a robbery attack in Downtown, Los Angeles. ...

Nigerian woman killed by male friend’s dogs in Italy
A Nigerian lady, Patricia Masithela, visiting a male friend in Latina, Italy has been killed by dogs as she visited ...
LIFESTYLE

Forbes: Dangote now 86th richest man as wealth surges by almost 100% to $23.9bn
Billionaire Aliko Dangote has seen his wealth nearly double to $23.9 billion, according to Forbes, which ranks the Nigerian entrepreneur ...

Fisayo Longe On How A Fashion Startup Became A Success
Fisayo Longe’s journey wasn’t exactly what she had planned. She wanted to study law, but when she didn’t meet the ...

PHOTOS: Samuel Chinaecherem sets record as first African to win Mister International title
Nigeria’s Samuel Nwajaju has made history by becoming the first African to win the Mister International pageant. The 23-year-old model ...

Miss Nigeria 2024: Meet the 20 semi-finalists
The Miss Nigeria beauty pageant has unveiled the semi-finalists for its 2024 edition. The competition has taken an emotional and ...

Yeside Laguda weaves culture and glamour in SS25 Tapestry collection
Lagos was ablaze with colour and creativity this weekend as the iconic Yeside Laguda brand unveiled its Spring/Summer 2025 collection, ...

UK-Based Nigerian filmmaker brings adire fabric to the world stagen…merging tradition with contemporary fashion
Oluwapelumi Olayinka, a visionary Nigerian filmmaker and entrepreneur based in the United Kingdom, is taking the rich cultural heritage of ...

TikTok founder Zhang Yiming becomes China’s richest man …
ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming is now China’s wealthiest person with $49.3 billion to his name, according to a yearly ranking, ...

Boundaries and Barriers to Set For a Healthy Relationship
An intimate relationship requires people to be open and trusting. However, because of rejection, childhood traumas or, abuse from a ...

Fashion Industry Boost: Virtues Life Foundation hosts free training for aspiring designers
As part of its ongoing commitment to youth development within the community, Virtues Life Foundation recently held a three-day free ...

Lagos Fashion Week begins October 23, with the Theme ‘COMMUNE’
This October, Heineken Lagos Fashion Week returns with the theme COMMUNE, celebrating Africa’s leading creative talents from October 23rd to ...

Stevanté Clothier Unveils Debut Collection “Lumière,” Featuring Nigerian Actor Okusaga Adeoluwa
Stevanté Clothier has officially launched its highly anticipated first collection, titled Lumière. The collection showcases a series of meticulously crafted ...

Elon Musk on track to be the first trillionaire by 2027
Elon Musk is on track to become the world’s first trillionaire by 2027, according to a new global wealth report. Musk, ...

Guinness World Record breaker, Fola David, attributes feat to Tolaram sponsorship, support
Dr. Fola David, a Nigerian physician and visual artist, is grateful to Tolaram, a Singaporean business conglomerate, for supporting him ...

5 latest lace gown styles for weddings
It’s officially wedding season, and that means a lot of people will be thinking about aso-ebi styles to sew so ...

Top 5 Most Expensive Wedding Dresses in 2024
What are the most expensive wedding dresses in the world? Topping the list is more expensive than an average Broadway ...

Check Out List Of Top 10 Richest Persons in the World 2024
The combined net worth of the world’s top 10 richest individuals in June 2024 has reached nearly $1.59 trillion, an ...

See These Alternatives to the Wonders of the World
The traditional “wonders of the world” are well known to us. These are the locations that are frequently featured ...

Everything You Missed : Celebrities Bring Fashion Flair to the “Water & Garri” Premiere in Lagos
Following successful premieres in London & New York, the highly-anticipated film, Water & Garri, by Everything Savage and Unbound Studios, ...

Nigerian Fashion Designer Veekee James Gives Advice to Beginners
Following a post-AMVCA drama, Nigerian designer, Veekee James-Atere has given some advice to upcoming fashion designers in the industry. ...

AMVCA 2024: Celebrities Outfits at AMVCA 2024 Cultural Night.
The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, 2024 and they came correct with ...
