Is it not paradoxically hilarious that a nation that is blessed with myriads of globally recognised linguistic and literary intelligentsia has just approved an old national anthem that obviously harbours lexico-semantic elements of linguistic discrimination or denigration of the feminine…

When the owner of a business ages, he becomes increasingly anxious about what happens to the business. He is constantly asking the question: who would assume the responsibility of sustaining the business and by implication, the legacy when I retire?…

As Eni Ogun, Cap’n, Captain Blood, Prof. Oluwole Akinwande Babatunde Soyinka, Nobel laureate, writer, essayist, playwright, poet, critic, actor, musician, wine connoisseur and (maybe not exactly) a sharpshooter (in the estimation of former President Olusegun Obasanjo) turns 90, the world…

Campaign finance is a sub-set of party finance. “Money is the mother’s milk of politics’’, according to a devotee of politics and power, Jesse Unruh. Tell me, what is done for free in politics? You’re expected to pay membership dues,…

On 27 June, American citizens were caught between the devil and the sea, coming to the realities that followed the presidential debate. They are left with either choice and no choice at the same time: the Morbid Biden or the…

Indeed, as Prof enters the nonagenarian club this week, there is no doubt that what obsesses him remains a fierce commitment to the values of tolerance, justice, good governance and compassion for the vulnerable in Nigeria and everywhere. Plus, an…

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer This year, 2024, is clearly the year of democratic elections, the. year that democracy is put to the test in virtually every continent of the world – at least 97 elections worldwide and so far,…

The forthcoming semi finals in which more than half of the players will have African ancestry, would surely resemble an AFCON (African Cup of Nations) tournament. This is unprecedented. Will it generate a backlash from those with a nativist or…

Appreciation has a profound impact on individuals.  So when leaders think it wise to sincerely appreciate the people they govern, it creates a sense of belonging and oneness. By acknowledging and appreciating the people for their contributions towards their success,…

It is a great moment for foremost writer and human rights defender, Professor Wole Soyinka. On July 13, he will be 90 and a number of activities are on to celebrate the milestone. Also, as expected, a mistake that many…

Something devastating happened to the psyche of Nigerians in the mid-1980s from which they have not recovered. A culture change occurred. That period coincided with the entry of General Ibrahim Babangida (retd.) in August 1985 as the head of state…

In the rapidly evolving landscape of today’s business world, young entrepreneurs face both unprecedented opportunities and formidable challenges. While the allure of swift success is tempting, the true mark of entrepreneurial prowess lies in the ability to create a sustainable…

ECOWAS Heads of State in Abuja (PHOTO CREDIT: ECOWAS Facebook page.) In its initial response, ECOWAS under its new Chairman, who had promised to give no quarter to coupists, was decisive, giving the junta all of seven days to step…

In the past ten years, the South-East and North-East geopolitical zones, more than other geopolitical zones, have been sites of experiments on insecurity and militia reign. Either terrorists, kidnappers, or militias were testing the will of the government to see…

…the benefits of helmet use outweigh the potential risks of lethal infection, especially when proper hygiene practices are followed. It is important to continue advocating for helmet use, while ensuring that appropriate cleaning and maintenance protocols are in place. Governments…