Women in STEM: Challenges and Triumphs The story of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is a tale of unyielding brilliance and boundless potential. It is a journey that began with whispers of doubt but has now become a symphony of success. Across Nigeria, Africa, and the world, women are not just…
“SON, YOU’VE MADE ME PROUD!” Femi Adekunle on Parenting I was at an examination centre where parents and guardians came to drop their children and wards. I heard a mum say “Emeka, go in and make us proud”, and something made me uncomfortable. Why must Emeka make YOU proud and not himself, or why not…
An open letter to President Ahmed Bola Tinubu from an aggrieved but patriotic retiree of the Federal Civil Service who is speaking for thousands of other retirees. Dear Mr. President, My name is Dr. Wumi Akintide who retired in 1985 only to be invited back on a platter of gold to serve as a Federal…
The tiff between me and my friend, Umar Iliya Damagum, by Hassan Gimba For those who may not know, considering that I am a journalist and he is a politician, the first time I knew Ambassador Umar Iliya Damagum, the Acting National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), was in 1977, some 48 years…
Farm Tourism: Bridging urban-rural divide and boosting sustainable growth Farm tourism allows visitors to explore the essence of rural life by participating in activities like crop harvesting, animal husbandry, fishing, camping, hiking, and enjoying authentic local cuisine. By blending tourism with sustainable agricultural practices, this concept not only enhances farmers’ and labourers’ livelihoods by boosting…
Ogbuku Tells Nigerians To Be Hopeful. As Chinwo, Bliss, Amange Others performs At Ayakoro Praise Night. The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Chief Dr Sam Ogbuku, has called on Nigerians to be hopeful with the policies of president Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Ogbuku, stated this in his country home Ayakoro Community, in…
Though, Not Yet Uhuru: Tinubu’s Economic Reengineering and Nigerians’ Socioeconomic Psychology President Bola Tinubu’s administration has introduced significant economic reforms to reshape Nigeria’s economy and reset the socioeconomic psychology of its citizens. The reforms are multidimensional, targeting the oil, monetary, and agricultural sectors while aiming for total economic diversification. By shifting focus from petroleum to…
Parenting In The Digital Age By Femi Adekunle on Parenting A couple of days ago I organized a webinar on Facebook Live (still on parenting), where I got my guests and I to discuss PARENTING ACROSS GENERATIONS – OLD SCHOOL V NEW SCHOOL. I thought I had a good hang until I discovered I was…
Olukare’s 40th Coronation Anniversary: Aiyedatiwa, Olubaka Of Oka, Abodi Of Ikale, Oloye, Others Shower Encomium, As Monarch Preaches Peace, Unity The Olukare of Ikare-Akoko in Akoko Northeast Local Government Area of Ondo State, Oba Saliu Akadiri Momoh IV, has called on the indigenes of the town to avoid actions that could disrupt the community’s peace…
CONFEDERATION OF NIGER, MALI AND BURKINA FASO. Anyone reading the papers, listening to press or engaged with the social media in Nigeria these days would probably conclude that the country will soon cease being a democracy. PBAT on the other hand lend credence to the allegation of being a Lone Ranger when he was seen…
