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By Rasheedat Ajakaye Strida Peace is when your eyes are glued to only the road that leads to your destination. Peace is when the topics that interest you are simply those that are unique and not just seeking likes. Peace is the ability to give value to yourself at no one’s expense but your sweat. Peace is the satisfaction you derive in being productively reserved as a wolf. Peace is willingness to give as you wish, erasing expectations from the ‘objects’ of your grammatical action. Peace is the gift of observing situations, and sieving your remarkable role without being told.…
By Makinwa Emmanuel Awka, Nigeria – February 14, 2025 Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has expelled Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, a student from the Department of History and International Relations, following her assault on a lecturer from the Department of Theatre and Film Studies. The incident, which garnered widespread attention after a video surfaced online, involved Precious attacking the lecturer after he interrupted her while she was recording a TikTok video on campus. In an official expulsion letter dated February 13, 2025, and signed by the Acting Registrar, Mr. Victor I. Modebelu, the university stated that the decision followed the recommendation of…
By Sola Ojewusi Lagos, Nigeria – February 14, 2025 Nigeria has lost one of its most revered elder statesmen, Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo, who passed away peacefully at the age of 96. The nationalist, distinguished lawyer, and leader of the Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, breathed his last in the early hours of Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State. His family confirmed his passing in a statement made available to newsmen. “He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos home at the age of 96,” the statement read. Chief Adebanjo was…
By Sola Ojewusi In the annals of Nigerian history, certain leaders stand out not just for their governance but for the deep impact they leave on the people they serve. One such leader was Chief Adebayo Adefarati, the former Governor of Ondo State. A man of peace, a selfless leader, and a rare breed of politician who placed the welfare of his people above all else, Adefarati was not just a politician—he was a statesman. Born on February 14, 1931, Chief Adefarati was, fittingly, a Valentine’s Man, a leader whose love for his people was unwavering, and whose commitment to…
By Sola Ojewusi Football fans heading to Saudi Arabia for the 2034 FIFA World Cup should not expect to drink alcohol during the tournament, as the country has ruled out any relaxation of its strict ban. Prince Khalid bin Bandar Al Saud, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the United Kingdom, confirmed in an interview with LBC that alcohol would not be sold anywhere during the World Cup, including in hotels. “At the moment, we don’t allow alcohol,” Prince Khalid stated. “Plenty of fun can be had without alcohol—it’s not 100% necessary. If you want to drink after you leave, you’re welcome…
Windhoek, Namibia – February 9, 2025 Namibia is in mourning following the passing of its Founding President and revered national leader, His Excellency Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, who died at the age of 95 on February 8, 2025, at 23:45 in Windhoek. Announcing the news in a solemn address to the nation, President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba expressed deep sorrow, stating: “The foundations of the Republic of Namibia have been shaken… It is therefore with utmost sorrow and sadness that I announce the passing of our revered freedom fighter and revolutionary leader.” Dr. Nujoma, who had been hospitalized for the past…
By Engr Abdullahi Hashim Nigeria’s tax reform bill is one of the most significant legislative initiatives in recent history. It is not just a national effort but part of a global movement to modernize tax systems. Countries like Singapore implemented similar reforms in 2023, and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), with 38 member countries, has also adopted tax policies that align with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision. The reform is not just about taxation; it is a strategic step toward economic sustainability and national development. “Tax reform is not just about raising revenue; it’s about creating a…
“ÀJÀKÁYÉ ÀJÁKỌRUN” (Wholeheartedly dedicated to ALHAJI ÀJÀKÁYÉ SAMINU ÀYÌNLÁ) Bàbá mi, Àjàkáyé àjàkọ́run, Ọba tótó, mo lé’mi ò perí Ọba, Adéyẹrí ọmọ alájogun, Jígí tí ò gbọdọ̀ fọ́, Alámọ̀ t’ódá orí mi, Aláṣẹ èkejì òrìṣà ayé mi, Ẹ̀yin lorí mi, Torí tí orí ò bá sí mọ́, Báwo ni ara ò bá ṣe jẹ́ èyàn? Bọ́bagúnwà ti Ibà, Atóbájayé ti ìgbẹsà, Máyégún ti ìgandò, Olórí Ẹbí ti ibà, Kábíyèsí ìjagẹmọ fi gbogbo ara ṣ’ẹwà bí ọ̀kín, Ọba onílé rẹpẹtẹ bí òwìwí, Oníwà tútù bí àdàbà, Ọlọ́lá bí Anọbi Sulaimon, Ọrọ Bọ́bagúnwà ló ń jẹ́ kí koríko sápamọ fún ewébẹ̀, Bàbá…
By Bimbo Esho Legendary Afrobeat Icon Femi Kuti has carefully watched Nigeria’s democratic rule in the last 24 years and has concluded without mincing words that the last 24 years of democratic Leadership in Nigeria ( 1999 to 2023 ) is not in any way different from the military rule as he claims they are one and the same. It was not coincidental that he titled one of the tracks in his new album “ After 24 Years” rather it is his personal conviction of the truth he has gathered about his country. He is of the belief that things…
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday listed some achievements of the Bola Tinubu-led administration describing the President as a blessing to Nigeria. Speaking during plenary, the lawmakers took time to eulogise the President saying he came into office at a time when Nigerians were at a crossroads over the country’s socio-economic status before the 2023 elections. Raising the motion, Hon. Tobun Abiodun (Epe I) told his colleagues that the policies initiated by Tinubu had begun to yield positive results in less than two years of his being in office. Tobun noted that the country’s GDP had…