Opinions
In Arabian folklore, the genie is a spirit depicted as being imprisoned inside a bottle or oil lamp. No matter how impregnable the walls of its captivity are, the moment it is summoned, the spirit…
First, I commend Mr. Bola Tinubu for his official recognition of the 17 soldiers who were murdered this month in Okuama, Delta State, while reportedly on official duty. In addition to giving them national honours, he gave homes to their families…
As I stepped into the hospital waiting room, the anxious eyes of family members greeted me, their worry palpable as they awaited news of their ailing patriarch. Quickly, I introduced myself and delved into the heart of the matter “I…
When Aisha was 16, her world tilted. Once a carefree teenager known for her infectious laughter and boundless energy, she suddenly felt a relentless ache in her lower abdomen. From being an inconvenience, her periods became a debilitating ordeal, forcing…
The story below is a huge reminder for us to be careful with people’s hearts. If an incident that took place over two decades still reduces a grown man to tears whenever he talks about it, it tells me that…
There is no better time to reaffirm the promises of change and hope of a new life than at Easter, a time when the changeless story of resurrection reminds all Christian faithful around the globe that even though life can…
Well before intermittent fasting became a fad those of us living with sickle cell knew about the importance of drinking water. People living with sickle cell know that water is crucial for health. Water plays a key role in many…
Dear Ma, This is just to let you know you are a life changer who deserves to be celebrated every day. You are one in a million! Your teachings are shaping my life and turning it into gold. Thanks so…
President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye It is in the genre of fairy tales. A virtually unknown 43-year-old in 2023, makes a Facebook post alleging that Macky Sall, the ubiquitous President of his country, Senegal, was trampling on the fundamental rights of…
I pray that during this historic time, in this noble Month, on this Great Night of Power, when His angels are sent by His Command, that Allah Most Gracious will accept our good intentions and good deeds. May He also…
President Bola Tinubu [PHOTO: PRESIDENCY] Today is President Bola Tinubu’s 72nd birthday. Instead of rolling out the drums to celebrate the day, the President directed there should be no celebration of any kind, including placing newspaper, radio or television advertorials…
Senegalese President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Reuters/Luc Gnago I have been in Senegal as part of the ECOWAS Election Observation Mission led by Professor Ibrahim Gambari and the story of the 2024 polls is a pleasing one. The Senegalese people have…
President Xi Jinping of China. Since then the pursuit of a global community with a shared future for mankind has remain a major point in diplomatic circles. This is because the world need peace to progress, in recognition of the…
Nigeria is a country beloved by me. It has a splendid ancient culture, peace-loving and hardworking people, and immeasurable development potential. As I am about to complete my tour of duty as Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, I will miss every…
Today is President Bola Tinubu’s 72nd birthday. Instead of rolling out the drums to celebrate the day, the President directed there should be no celebration of any kind, including placing newspaper, radio or television advertorials in his honour. He urged…
Nigeria is in the middle of a very important shift in its economic structure. One man, amongst others at the heart of this is the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr Olayemi Cardoso. He’s truly a traditional symbol…
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