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My encounter with Aba Afe Babalola As I reflect on my assignment to Nigeria being the President of an indigenous group based in US, Ekiti Kete Coalition USA, purposely to honor an enigma, and a trail blazer Aare Afe Emmanuel Babalola somethings come to mind Flipping through the photographs we took with Baba and pages of my notes I jotted …

Faith, Miracles, and Discernment: Upholding Biblical Truth Amidst False Testimonies Miracles have always been a point of wonder, faith, and testimony throughout biblical history. From the parting of the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21-22) to the healing of the sick by Jesus (Matthew 8:16-17), they serve as a testament to God’s divine intervention in the lives of His people. However, the …

EBONY HERALD @ 15: NIGERIA’S UNSETTLED CRISIS: A matter of Regret. BACKGROUND For more than a decade, Nigeria has been caught up in a ”Great Debate” over profound issues of National Security. The range of debate varied, perhaps even unique in several respects. It has been sustained for a longer period over the unrelenting killings, kidnappings and other criminalities engaging …

The Explosive Threat of Embedded Technology and What Nigeria Must Learn The recent events in Lebanon involving Hezbollah’s communication devices mark a new chapter in the complex world of espionage and technological warfare. In an unprecedented operation, thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies were transformed into deadly weapons, detonating simultaneously upon receiving coded signals. This operation, attributed to Israel’s Mossad, underscores …

A Tribute to Alhaji Yunus Ustaz Usman, SAN: A Resplendent Northern Star in the Legal Firmament With heart-wrenching sorrow, yet utter submission to the Divine Will, I mourn the passing of my venerable mentor, erudite brother Silk, dearest confidant, and guiding light, Alhaji Yunus Ustaz Usman, SAN. His departure has left an unbridgeable chasm within me and the legal community, …

Celebrating a Giant: The Legacy of Professor P.N. Okeke at 83 – A Call for National Recognition and Honour  As Professor Pius Nwankwo Okeke approaches his 83rd birthday on October 30th, 2024, it becomes imperative to reflect on the remarkable journey of this iconic figure in Nigerian and African academia. Known as the “Father of Astronomy in Nigeria,” Prof. Okeke’s …

Bridging the Divide: A Call for Unity between the Igbo and Yoruba The growing animosity between Nigeria’s two largest ethnic groups, the Igbo and Yoruba, is a disturbing development that threatens the progress of a nation already grappling with political, economic, and social challenges. Recent incidents, such as the unfortunate reactions to the disqualification of an Igbo girl in South …

The Tinubu Government’s Fuel Price Hike: A Betrayal of Trust and a Call for Resilience The recent surge in fuel prices, coupled with widespread discontent among Nigerians, has sparked a fierce debate over the policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accused the government of betraying its commitment to the people, particularly in light of …

NEW OLOSI OF OSI-EKITI, OBA STEPHEN ADEGBOYEGA ALABI GETS STAFF OF OFFICE AS OYEBANJI URGES PEACE, UNITY The Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has warned the citizens of the state against actions that could trigger internal unrest capable of widening the gulf of divisions, as Oba Stephen Adegboyega Alabi was enthroned as the Olosi of Osi Ekiti, in Ido/Osi Local …

The Disappearing Integrity: A Reflection on Abike Dabiri-Erewa’s Transformation from Compassionate Journalist to Controversial Politician The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has drawn significant attention for its swift and decisive response to the incendiary remarks made by Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Canada-based Nigerian who, in a widely circulated TikTok meeting, made alarming threats against Yoruba and Benin people. Sunnberger’s comments, …