The distance between Agege and Alausa is just about six kilometres. Barring the ubiquitous Lagos traffic snarls, it would take a mere 10 minutes or less to drive from one end to the other. However, in outlook, opportunities for growth,…

Local government autonomy in Nigeria has been extensively one of the most debated issues in the country’s federal system. The local government is constitutionally recognised under Section 7(1) of the 1999 Constitution, which guarantees a system of local government by…

Hate him or like him, erstwhile Vice President of the United States of America, Mr Dick Cheney, was a man of global impact.  His sojourn on the planet earth is remarkable and eventful, and not even mortality can erase the…

This was a video of me in 2018, when I first chaired Unusual Praise in Lagos — long before my foray into politics. That year, our leadership chose to dedicate the project to raising awareness and support for our brothers…

An election is like planning for a wedding. It takes a long time, but the actual wedding solemnisation takes just a day. So, the Independent National Electoral Commission gave a year’s notice of poll for the November 8, 2025, governorship…

If the university must heal and reclaim its dignity, it must confront the truth of what happened. It must accept that the process was hijacked. It must acknowledge that loyalty was punished and bloodlines elevated. It must admit that the…

I know abusive men like it when we tell their bartered wives things like these: “He will change, just keep on praying.” “If prayer fails, start to praise God. He will notice your pain and come through for you.” “With…

Africa stands at a crossroads in the global artificial intelligence economy. The continent is navigating a complex interplay between local development priorities, global geopolitics, and powerful corporate interests shaping the digital landscape. Nowhere is this tension more visible than in…

A viral video is going around. It shows the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, in a furious face-off with a soldier. The soldier says he is only following orders. The minister calls him a “big fool”. Journalists, the minister’s…

For years, I have spoken and written about the urgent need to rethink how we approach healthcare in Nigeria. I have often highlighted how data from hospitals, laboratories, and agencies tell different stories, making it difficult to plan effectively or…

At independence in 1960, Nigeria stood as a beacon of promise in Africa. Its hospitals and educational systems were among the best on the continent — and indeed among the best in the world. The First Republic in 1963 had…

For those who never believe or see anything good in Nigeria, a first-of-its-kind crude oil export terminal that will change the narrative in the oil and gas sector is unfolding in the South-South geo-political zone of the country. One of…

Launched in 2012, the Presidential Special Scholarship Scheme for Innovation and Development was a breath of fresh air in merit-based selection within Nigeria’s education system. It aimed to send first-class graduates to top global universities—free of politics or favouritism. However,…

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State [PHOTO CREDIT: Senator Uba Sani] To set the record straight: the Kujeni community and others mentioned in Mr Binniyat’s video report were attacked and displaced under the El‑Rufai administration — long before Governor Uba Sani assumed…

First, who is a brand leader? A brand leader is the number one person in any establishment or business, like the CEO, president, or anyone who leads the entire organisation. A brand leader is not necessarily the person managing the…