The thuggish criminality in the United Kingdom exempted, mass protests have been sweeping through many countries, with people standing up for their right to decent lives. It has breezed through Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Ghana, Uganda, Sudan, Eswatini, South Africa and,…

As my parents became increasingly unable to do much for themselves due to age, their vulnerability exposed me to the world of various characters in the form of domestic help. That experience, after so much disappointment at their hands, later…

Dear Evangelist Temilolu, I thought to write and let you know your articles deserve a national award and standing ovation! Thank you so much, Evangelist. God Almighty will bless you abundantly in Jesus’ name! Olukayode Okunowo Dear Ma, I am…

The decision to end a marriage is often a difficult one for most couples. While one person may feel immense relief that the marriage is finally over, the other may feel sad and disappointed, especially if they have been trying…

Describing a sickle cell crisis as a devastating episode that ravages the body is quite apt. The blocked blood flow caused by sickled red blood cells can lead to serious complications, including stroke and infections. Here’s a detailed explanation of…

Despite being a non-cancerous tumour, uterine fibroids can have a significant impact on a woman’s life that goes beyond her physical symptoms. These growths are prevalent, and frequently discovered in women’s uteri during their reproductive years. In actuality, they are…

Nigeria appears to be at a dangerous crossroad. As concerned citizens, we have found it necessary to put out in the public space a policy direction starting with what appears to us to be the most pressing, inextricably connected issues…

A report recently released by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) indicated a gender disparity in favour of males regarding participation in Nigeria’s digital economy. This is a big problem that needs quick action. It is fortunate that Nigeria’s…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele; President/CEO, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote; Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio; Vice President, Oil & Gas, Dangote Industries Limited, Devakumar Edwin during the National Assembly delegates visit to Dangote Petroleum…

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso. [PHOTO CREDIT: Official Twitter handle of the CBN.] As far as local and international experts are concerned, there is renewed optimism about Nigeria’s economic prospects despite ongoing challenges. The importance…

Nigeria has a large proportion of youths in the population, a substantial number that cannot be ignored. The average Nigerian youth is active, idealistic and determined. What the youth requires is a conducive environment to build its capacity and contribute…

Compliance is often touted as a virtue in business and governance, implying a willingness to adhere to rules and regulations. However, in times of citizen agitation and social unrest, compliance can become a double-edged sword. On one hand, it demonstrates…

Nigerians continue to mourn the loss of a beloved creative talent, Onyeka Onwenu, who died on July 30 after performing at a friend’s birthday party in Lagos. Rather than focusing on her passing, I’d like to share a personal reflection…

We knew what years of soldiers in power did to arrest the development of democracy in Nigeria. Now that a comment comes out on a social media platform to say that military government is better than democratic governance, one begins…

Returning home from work on a humid evening in 2016, I asked my children their thoughts about visiting America. They took their gaze away from the TV, searched my eyes for seriousness, smiled doubtfully and returned their gaze to the…