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By Kolawole Omotola Olaide The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has reassured Nigerians that the ₦100 and ₦200 banknotes remain legal tender, urging the public to continue using and accepting them despite their reduced visibility in circulation. Speaking after the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held in Abuja, Cardoso dismissed concerns that the lower-denomination notes had been withdrawn from circulation. He explained that the decline in their availability is linked to changing payment habits rather than any policy by the apex bank. According to the CBN governor, the increasing use of electronic payment platforms across…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide A fresh debate has erupted over the death of Nigeria’s former Head of State, General Sani Abacha, following a public exchange between former Department of State Services (DSS) Director, Dennis Amachree, and the late military ruler’s former Chief Security Officer, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha (retd.). The controversy stems from Amachree’s recently published memoir, DSS@40: My Journey Behind the Shield, in which he presented his account of the events leading to Abacha’s death on June 8, 1998. According to Amachree, the former military leader suffered a heart-related medical emergency during a private encounter. The account has generated widespread…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide The principal of a school in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, Mrs. Rachael Alamu, has shared a moving account of how she recovered from a serious illness while being held captive by kidnappers, attributing her survival to divine intervention. Alamu, who was abducted alongside teachers and pupils during the attack on the school, spoke during a thanksgiving service after regaining her freedom. She narrated that she became severely ill while in captivity, leaving fellow victims worried about her condition. According to her, as her health worsened towards the final days of their ordeal, she…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide At least 13 people have lost their lives following a deadly attack by suspected armed herdsmen on Efeyi community in Ugboju, Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. The assailants reportedly stormed the community on Tuesday, opening fire on residents and causing panic as many fled for safety.p Local sources said the attack claimed the lives of no fewer than 13 residents, while several others remain unaccounted for. Search efforts are ongoing as community members and security personnel continue to comb the area for missing persons.ll The latest incident has heightened concerns over the persistent wave…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Bí bàtà bá ń rọ̀ pọnla – pọnla jù, ọ̀ṣẹ́ tán, to fẹ́ ya ni.” This timeless Yoruba proverb reminds us that when a shoe or drum keeps making an unusually loud sound, it is a sign that it is about to tear. In the same way, when someone pushes a bad habit, negative behaviour, pride, or another person’s patience beyond its absolute limit, a breakdown or disgrace is only a matter of time. Àṣejù ko dára; ohun gbogbo ní ààlà rẹ̀. Know when to stop, show self-control, and respect people’s boundaries because wisdom prevents regret,…

By Sola Ojewusi The House of Oduduwa has formally announced the funeral programme for the late Prince Adetunji Adeyemi Adisa Ogunwusi, whose passing on July 18, 2026, has left the ancient kingdom of Ile-Ife, the Ogunwusi Royal Family and admirers across Yorubaland in profound mourning. The revered prince was 58 years old. In a funeral invitation issued on behalf of the family, the House of Oduduwa described the late prince as “a Titan,” a tribute that captures the remarkable life, strength of character, and enduring legacy of a man who devoted himself to his family, his people and the preservation…

By Sola Ojewusi The family of the late veteran actor, theatre scholar and cultural icon, Chief (Dr.) Gabriel Adekola Benedict Oyewo, JP, popularly known across theatrical and cultural circles as Dr Kola (Kole) Oyewo, has announced a three-day programme of funeral rites in honour of one of Nigeria’s most celebrated custodians of Yoruba theatre, whose remarkable life left an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural heritage. Dr Oyewo, who was born on March 26, 1946, passed away on June 12, 2026, at the age of 80, bringing to a close more than six decades of distinguished service to the performing…

By Abiodun Moshood Olowokogbajo Literary scholar, poet and graduate assistant lecturer, Rashidat Olamidayo Ajakaye, has added another remarkable achievement to her growing literary profile with her inclusion in the newly published poetry anthology, “Garlands for the Dream Seeker.” The anthology, edited by eminent literary figures Denja Abdullahi and Ezekiel Fajenyo, brings together an impressive array of poets whose works reflect the richness, diversity and evolving traditions of contemporary African poetry. Rather than revolving around a single subject or personality, the collection presents a variety of poetic voices, themes and artistic expressions, making it a significant contribution to Nigerian and African…

By Peter Omopo Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has been ranked among the world’s top five strikers by his former Galatasaray teammate, Przemyslaw Frankowski, who placed the Super Eagles forward alongside football stars Harry Kane and Erling Haaland. Frankowski, who played with Osimhen during his spell in the Turkish Super Lig before joining French side Stade Rennais, praised the Nigerian striker’s relentless determination, work ethic and consistent hunger for goals, describing him as one of the finest forwards in world football. Speaking in an interview with Polish outlet Onet, the Polish international said Osimhen’s mentality and preparation distinguish him from many…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has introduced a new registration requirement for Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates, making it compulsory for them to present evidence of completing the mandatory one-year Industrial Training (IT) before they can be registered at orientation camps. The directive was issued in a circular signed by the Director of Corps Mobilisation, Isa Walida Siddique, on behalf of the NYSC Director-General. According to the scheme, the decision follows reports that some graduates of polytechnics and monotechnics advanced to HND programmes without first completing the compulsory one-year Industrial Training required after obtaining their…