Thursday, October 10

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Before trees are felled in the forest

The topic of his inaugural lecture what somewhat sensational: “Working in the Shadows  of Death”. The presentation was equally not only terrifying, but mesmerizing as the multitude in attendance and those watching online stayed enchanted…

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Importance of project management to economic growth

Nigeria aspires to solidify its position as a global economic powerhouse. To achieve this, robust project management and project control practices are essential. These disciplines ensure the efficient execution of large-scale initiatives critical for economic development, keeping them on budget…

Nigeria, We Fail Thee…

It is five years this week that Muhammadu Buhari said that his ruling APC would lift 100 million Nigerians out of poverty in 10 years. That was on the inaugural “Democracy Day,” the anniversary of which his successor, Mr. Bola…

What’s the appropriate wage for workers?

When politicians fixed their salaries and emoluments and decided to pay themselves humongous amounts, no hell was let loose. When the government decided to buy imported SUVs for billions of dollars for legislators and executive members, there was no negotiation…

Prepared for eternal rewards, By Ayo Akerele

Everything we do must be done within the context of eternity, living each day with a heart for quality and not for quantity, and approaching quality from the perspective of FAITHFULNESS​. It is the faithful man who shall abound with…

The God of all things (2), By Femi Aribisala

We only do what God permits or allows. The redeemed do not choose God, it was God who chose us. Jesus says: “You did not choose Me, but I chose you.” (John 15:16). “I revealed myself to those who did…

How renewable energy can light the way forward, By Tobi Oluwatola

There’s a beacon of hope shining through: renewable energy, particularly solar power. However, urgent action is needed from the “Renewed Hope” administration to make it accessible to most Nigerians, many of whom are struggling to afford basic necessities. On Monday,…

the predicament of an ICT guru at CBN, By Yushau A. Shuaib

It is perplexing to understand the rationale behind retrenching such highly qualified and integral personnel among several others in that bank, especially considering the ongoing appointments of external consultants. If retaining and promoting the best within the service is not…

A fashion show in Lagos of 1932, By Tayo Agunbiade

Fashionable women in colonial Lagos. The vice patrons of the fashion show were mostly the wives of prominent Lagosians, such as Madams CC Adeniyi-Jones, Arabella Eric Moore, Remi Alex Taylor, O Alakija and Henrietta Carr.  They were socialites in their…

When Tinubu bargains, labour leaders sing

“Nigeria, we inhale thee…” a seven-year-old pupil began as she tried to sing the new (old) national anthem. I saw another video clip on social media showing the hilarious confusion on the assembly ground of a primary school a day…

His impact on Africa’s knowledge systems, By Toyin Falola

Sabelo is a pioneer in the field of decolonial studies. His scholarship presents a compelling analysis of the enduring consequences of colonialism in Africa and puts forth a strategic plan for genuine emancipation by means of decolonial processes. One of…

For anybody, wheat is as harmful as sugar

This week’s headline is not intended to raise any alarm, much less a false one, but to educate both the unwary and those individuals presently suffering from this rapidly spreading disease. On this page four years ago, we examined the…

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