Issues/Policy
Politics
THE IMPERATIVE OF AN APC GOVERNOR FOR LAGOS IN 2015 by Kayode A. Obashoro
Politics as the saying goes is a game of numbers. This was clearly and conclusively reconfirmed by the results of the recently concluded presidential elections in our beloved country. Regardless of our sentiments and predilections […]
Politics
Jonathan’s Impressive Exit By Capt. Daniel Omale
For five years, President Goodluck Jonathan’s actions and inaction were unimpressive. But his five minutes call to General Buhari, conceding defeat, instantly elevated him to status of a statesman, and one of the greatest leaders […]
Economy
Tough economic decisions Buhari must take – Olorunfemi, ex-NNPC chief
With the presidential election won and lost, Nigerians watch and wait with bated breath for the incoming administration of the President-elect, General Muhammadu Buhari to go into governance and hit the ground running. Nigerians’ expectations […]
Politics
The Buhari Nigerians don’t know – David-West
Professor Tam David-West served as Minister of Petroleum and Energy when the new President-elect, Gen Muhammadu Buhari (retd), was the Military Head of State from 1984 to 1985. In this interview with YINKA FABOWALE and […]
Politics
The art of selfless service By Segun Ayobolu
The year was 2005. At that time he had absolutely no inkling he would be seeking elective office in future. Writing in the maiden edition of Fegocowosa, the official magazine of his Alma Mata’s alumni […]
Issues/Policy
Of Igbos and political naivety By Ugoji Egbujo
The Igbo man’s shrewdness and foresightedness is the envy of many. With a keen sense of competition and a culture that greatly rewards industry, the Igbo man seeks success wherever it can be found. And […]
Politics
Anyone who is against the pipeline contract is an enemy of the Yoruba – Gani Adams
National Coordinator of the Yoruba Socio-Cultural group, Oodua People’s Congress, OPC, Otunba Gani Adams, in this interview reveals that his rusty relationship with the leader of All Progressive Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu was as a […]
Politics
We have just witnessed a bloodless revolution – Keyamo
Renowned lawyer, social crusader and activist, Mr. Festus Keyamo was one of those who stuck his neck out for General Muhammadu Buhari. Throughout the campaign, he was unrelenting in his vocal support and mobilisation for Buhari. In […]
Politics
10 Opposition Candidates Drop Ambitions for Ambode By Shola Oyeyipo
Governorship candidates of 10 opposition parties in Lagos State on Friday stepped down and declared support for the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode. The candidates of Accord Party (AP), Mr. Adeshina Buruji; Independent […]
Issues/Policy
God is at the window By Muyiwa Adetiba
Tomorrow is Easter Sunday; one of the most important dates in the Christian calendar. It commemorates the day Jesus, our Redeemer, rose from the dead thereby destroying the power of death. It also signifies an […]
Politics
This nation will rise again By Olu Obafemi
Nothing in the horrendous preparation for the virtual warfare of March 28, 2015 that we called Presidential Election, empowers us to anticipate the very positive evocation of Martin Luther King Jr.’s declarative for America for […]
Politics
THANK YOU, PROFESSOR ATTAHIRU JEGA By Dele Momodu
“Most of us give up too early. Failure is an absolute essential In life.” -Bryce Courtenay “Risk it, go for it. Life always gives you another chance, another go at. It’s very important to take […]
Politics
Agenda for in-coming APC government By Abiodun Ladepo
The transition to a new government is underway. Public affairs commentator Abiodun Ladepo, in this open letter to President-elect Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, sets an agenda for the incoming All Progressives Congress (APC) administration. Let me […]
Politics
Buhari’s victory and Jonathan’s statesmanship By Robert Obioha
Despite mounting fears, intense anxiety and foreboding predictions, the March 28 Presidential and National Assembly poll has come and gone with Nigeria intact and peaceful but the memories still linger. Even though there is no […]
Issues/Policy
The Igbos and their unifying factors (4) By Patrick Dele Cole
THE Igbos, who live in these areas, have amongst themselves, the richest individuals in Nigeria. Orifite has over 10 billionaires; the best known of which is Sir Emeka Ofor. The Anambra State Governor the other […]
Politics
Election 2015: Nigerian democracy comes of age By Vincent Bamigboye
“We don’t vote for people because they are the exact embodiment of our values, but because they are likely to be the most responsive to them.” – Charles M. Blow (American Journalist; 11 August 1970 – […]
Politics
Buhari deserves a smile By Anthony Akinola
THE political parties of our borrowed presidential system are not opposing parties in the context of adversarial politics. Political parties of American-style democracy are programmed to be able to work together. Even when a political […]
Health
Colon cancer prevention is achievable By Abia Nzelu
Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in Nigerian men (after prostate and liver cancer) and the fourth most common cancer in Nigerian women (after breast, cervical and liver cancer). Every two hours, a […]
Politics
PDP: Humpty-Dumpty finally had a great fall By Steve Osuji
Heavens heaved a sigh Earth shifted a notch And the world held her breath What manner of race is this? The heavens heaved… Could an earthquake pass so quietly without tremors, would a tsunami […]