Soludo’s Wild Claim: A Naija-Style Takedown of His Mental Stability Jab Governor Chukwuma Soludo, Anambra’s self-anointed economic prophet, recently flung a verbal suya skewer at Peter Obi, declaring that anyone who refuses to chase reelection must have a screw loose in their mental agbada. Oh, Soludo, what a gbosa of a misstep! As a professor…
Nigeria’s Roads and CNG Fiasco: A Ticking Time Bomb for Disaster. By Chidi Ekeh In Nigeria, a nation blessed with vast natural gas reserves and audacious dreams of a cleaner energy future, the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) project was heralded as a revolutionary leap toward affordability and sustainability. Yet, as 4,000 gleaming CNG trucks roll…
Open Letter to Kemi Badenoch Dear Mrs. Kemi Badenoch, I write to you as a concerned observer, reflecting on your recent trajectory as the leader of the UK Conservative Party and the troubling pattern of disparaging remarks you have made about Nigeria, your country of birth. Your ascent to becoming the first Black woman to…
Oba Aladetoyinbo @10: A decade of Royal Grace and a tribute to a loyal brother; Rahaman Foluso Akorede. By Lai Gidado In the sacred lineage of Akure’s royal heritage, the path to the throne is never a casual stroll. It is often paved with trials, perseverance, and divine timing. Oba Dr. Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi Odundun…
Response to the Abia State Government’s Plan to Convert the New Government House into a Five-Star Hotel The announcement by the Abia State Government to convert the new Government House at Ogurube Layout, Umuahia, into a five-star hotel is a decision that warrants critical scrutiny. While the intention to repurpose a reportedly substandard structure and…
A New Dawn in Ondo: Governor Aiyedatiwa’s Masterstroke with Engr. Alabi’s Reappointment Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has kicked off his new tenure with the kind of visionary leadership that makes history. In a bold move that sent ripples of excitement across Ondo State, he reappointed Engr. Alabi Johnson —the “Light-Bringer” himself—as his Special Adviser on Energy….
IBB: The Architect of Nigeria’s Ruin and His Pathetic Memoir of Lies (A Scorching Indictment of Tyranny, Greed, and Historical Revisionism) 1. Introduction: A Thief of Destiny Dares to Rewrite History Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), Nigeria’s most duplicitous tyrant, has the audacity to peddle a memoir titled *“A Journey in Service.”* Service? To whom? Himself,…
A Salute to an Icon: Chief Ayo Adebanjo, A Titan of Justice and Conscience Today, I join the countless voices across our land in mourning the irreplaceable loss of a towering statesman, a remarkable visionary, an unwavering defender of justice, and an uncompromising advocate for truth, Chief Ayo Adebanjo. His life was an embodiment of…
The Evolution of the ₦20 Note: A Reflection of Nigeria’s Economy On February 11, 1977, Nigeria introduced the ₦20 note—the highest denomination at the time. More than just a piece of currency, it was a symbol of economic strength and national pride. It bore the image of General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, the late Head of…
By Eugene Nanven Society has long preached the idea that hard work is the key to success, that pushing through exhaustion, sacrificing sleep, and grinding endlessly will ultimately lead to achievement. From a young age, we are conditioned to believe that effort alone is enough, that if we simply try harder than everyone else, we…
