Politics
Like Mark, like Saraki By Steve Osuji
Cash is king, no, cash is god May history be damned! Monetise our legacy! Hand us cash bequeathals! This must be the silent chant of members of our National Assembly (NASS) in the last 16 […]
Month: August 2015
Politics
Our absentee federal legislature ….. VANGUARD
After sitting for a total of 14 legislative days since their June 9th, 2015 inauguration, the Nigerian Senate and the House of Representatives have proceeded on a six-week recess. This is the fourth time the […]
Economy
Investing in Nigeria’s poor (1) By Opeyemi Agbaje
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is reported to have claimed recently that 110 million Nigerians have been impoverished by previous Nigerian governments. I am not surprised that his statement has not attracted the kind of furious […]
Security
The New Police Proposal By Lekan Falodu
Many of us who have lived or are still living in some of the world’s advanced democracies would probably understand better what it really means to live in an organised, civilised and secure society. The […]
Politics
Cut in lawmakers’ salaries not good
Hon. Timothy Golu represents Pankshin/ Kanam/Kanke federal constituency of Plateau State on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the House of Representatives. In this interview with PHILIP NYAM, he speaks on the […]
Security
Defence Ministry joins arms purchase probe By Augustine Ehikioya
The Federal Ministry of Defence was stopped from taking part in arms procurement, Permanent Secretary Ismaila Aliyu said yesterday According to him, the Services took over completely what should be part of the ministry’s responsibilities. […]
Politics
Rauf Aregbesola: Let Them Eat Cake By Michael Egbejumi-David
Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun State is the current poster child of erring governors; governors who have not been able to pay workers’ salaries for a long spell. In Aregbesola case, the man has not […]
Front Page News
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Business
Omotoso: boardroom impresario turns 70 BY TOLA ADENIYI.
The story of Sir Oluremi Festus Omotoso MFR, KJW is both inspirational and exciting. Born 70 years at Ayedun Ekiti, Remi did not find a silver spoon in his mouth while being nurtured as a […]
Entertainment
Fruitless search for National Theatre’s website By Geoff Iyatse
Google seems to have an answer for every question. But its search engine could not supply the website of the National Arts Theatre on Wednesday. Digital tools have become an essential part of tourism, with […]
Issues/Policy
We can all do something about rape By NIRAN ADEDOKUN
I recall that while growing up, guys had some silly way of explaining away forceful sexual encounters with girls. Having been brought up to believe that women would naturally turn down advances even if they […]
Politics
Senate, Reps okay pay cut By JOHN AMEH AND SUNDAY ABORISADE
Members of the National Assembly on Wednesday said they welcomed the decision of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission to review downward the salaries and allowances of members of the National Assembly. The House […]
Economy
Nigeria faces decline in oil demand from Europe By FEMI ASU
NIGERIA’S plan to increase its crude oil export in October may suffer setback as European refinery maintenance is expected to peak in that month, limiting the amount of crude oil they consume. Europe, which is […]
Politics
The Buhari magic By Lawal Ogienagbon
He and his party promised change and little by little, the country is experiencing change. Even without him saying it, we are all acting correctly, especially the anti-graft agencies and government workers. Yet President Muhammadu […]
Politics
On the Abuja Centenary Legacy City Project By Dapo Fafowora
It is the season of daily media reports about shocking frauds, financial scams and massive corruption in Nigeria, uncovered since the change of government in May. Last week, the public was jolted by a claim […]
Life Style
Kabiyesi Okunade Sijuwade Waja, Erin wo ajanaku sun bi oke (2) By Jide Osuntokun
When Okunade Sijuade became the Ooni he was well-prepared for the throne following in the footsteps of the great Ooni Sir Adesoji Aderemi who was at a time the Governor of Western Nigeria and who […]
Politics
In defence of my Archbishop By Jide Oluwajuyitan
Archbishop Mathew Hassan Kukah has been under severe stress and strain these past weeks. His role, agenda as well as the motive of the peace group he empanelled have come under deep scrutiny. His view as […]
Politics
Buhari must initiate process for dealing with Nigeria’s fundamental problem By Gbogun Gboro
I applaud President Buhari’s courageous and focused assault on the hideous evil of corruption. I believe that if he succeeds with it, he would give our country some moral strength and a fair chance to […]
Politics
Folks, IBB misses MKO! …. NATION
Can you imagine? Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (IBB) loves Chief Moshood Abiola (MKO) so much that he now misses him! So said IBB to mark his 74th birthday. But unlike his power and glory days, when […]
Politics
‘PDP has failed to destabilise Osun’ By Leke Salaudeen
Former Osun State Commissioner for Special Duties and Regional Integration Ajibola Basiru reflects on the challenges confronting Rauf Aregbesola’s administration. He explains steps being taken to tackle the problems. Assistant Editor LEKE SALAUDEEN met him […]