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By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Ipako kò gbọ́ sùtì, orí elégan ló bàjẹ́” reminds us that a stubborn and prideful heart often refuses wise counsel, only to suffer avoidable consequences in the end. In life, growth comes from humility, the willingness to listen, learn, and adjust when corrected. When we ignore guidance, we risk damaging opportunities, relationships, and our own progress. Stay open, stay teachable, and remember: a listening ear today can save you from regret tomorrow. Asiwaju Cares

By Peter Omopo The Federal Ministry of Education Nigeria has announced intensified efforts to address Nigeria’s out-of-school children challenge with the planned 2026 Basic Education in Nigeria Bootcamp (BEN-B) scheduled to hold in Jos, Plateau State. The three-day education summit will take place from April 28 to 30 at Crispan Hotel, bringing together policymakers, education administrators, development partners, and other key stakeholders to develop practical solutions for improving access to basic education. According to a statement issued by the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, the bootcamp is designed to produce evidence-based strategies aimed at expanding inclusive…

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State Government has officially resumed its monthly environmental sanitation exercise, bringing an end to an almost decade-long suspension of the programme. Residents across parts of the state participated in the exercise on Saturday, with visible cleaning activities recorded in several communities, including the Ikoyi-Obalende axis, where residents were seen clearing their surroundings and drainage channels. The exercise, which now runs for two hours between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., replaces the earlier three-hour schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The programme had been suspended in 2016 following a court ruling that declared movement restrictions…

By IfeanyiChukwu Afuba (A Review Of The Politics Of Biafra And The Future Of Nigeria) Hon Chudi Offodile’s energy – filled book calls to mind two striking titles from past intellectual engagement with Nigeria. In chronological order, the first was a 1985 poem by Sonala Olumhense in The Guardian “Because I Love You.” The other was Emeka Ojukwu’s 1988 book, _Because I am Involved. Both works addressed Nigeria; in varying, heart – felt, critical terms and tones. A testament of belonging laced the lines, tempering occasional flow of anger as act of concern. And that is largely the spirit, the…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Adùn ló gbẹ̀hìn ewúro  “reminds us that sweetness always follows life’s bitter moments, just as “láálàá tó ro kẹ́, ilé ló ń padà bọ̀” teaches that no matter how far or tough the journey gets, you’ll find your way back to peace and fulfillment. Hard times may stretch you, test you, and even wear you down, but with patience and endurance, they don’t last forever. Keep going because in the end, what once felt heavy will turn into a story of strength, praise, and even laughter. Asiwaju Cares

By Peter Omopo A former governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress in Adamawa State, Maurice Vunobolki, has announced plans to defect to the Peoples Democratic Party along with his supporters. Vunobolki made the disclosure during a press conference in Yola, shortly after confirming his resignation from the APC. He said he has instructed his loyalists to also align with the PDP as part of a broader political move. The politician explained that his decision followed extensive consultations with key stakeholders across Adamawa State, noting that he was advised to return to the PDP to advance his gubernatorial ambition. Despite…

By Sola Ojewusi A tragic incident has been reported at a Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination centre in Ondo State, where a mother reportedly died while waiting for her daughter to complete her examination. According to eyewitness accounts, the woman had accompanied her daughter to the centre as part of efforts to support her academic pursuit. While the candidate was inside the examination hall writing her Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the mother remained outside, waiting patiently for her child. However, tragedy struck during the course of the examination as the woman suddenly collapsed at the waiting area.…

By Jimmy Fatunbi A new report from the International Labour Organisation has found that around 840,000 people die each year from health conditions linked to workplace risks, highlighting growing global concern over how modern work environments affect both physical and mental health. The study, titled ‘The psychosocial working environment: Global developments and pathways for action,’ posted on its X account on Wednesday, shows that the way jobs are designed, organised, and managed plays a major role in workers’ wellbeing, stressing that it identifies long working hours, job insecurity, workplace harassment, and bullying as key contributing factors. According to the report,…

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State Government has announced the full resumption of its monthly environmental sanitation exercise, with movement restrictions to be enforced during the exercise period. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed in a statement that the sanitation exercise will take place on the last Saturday of every month, beginning April 25, between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. He explained that there would be controlled movement across the state during the exercise to enable residents carry out thorough cleaning of their homes, surroundings, and drainage systems. The commissioner noted that the reintroduction follows an…

By Jimmy Fatunb The Federal Government is set to raise N700bn from the domestic bond market in April 2026, continuing a gradual scale-down in offer size amid persistently high borrowing costs. According to the April 2026 Bond Offer Circular released by the Debt Management Office, the auction will take place on April 27, with settlement slated for April 29. The issuance will involve the re-opening of existing bonds across three maturities, a strategy designed to deepen liquidity in benchmark securities and sustain market activity. Breakdown of the bond shows N300bn for the 17.945 per cent FGN August 2030 bond, N100bn…