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“Silence is golden when you can’t think of an [intelligent] answer” – Mohammed Ali, 1942-2016. Buhari’s death has exposed more horrors about the real attitude of those who held the highest posts in his government – which was largely a failure based on lies and hypocrisy. Last week, my column addressed Garba Shehu’s confession that […]
Continue ReadingA female officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) identified as Blessing Akpan was stabbed to death by unknown assailants in Abuja, Nigeria. It was learnt that Blessing was stabbed in front of her residence in Piawe, Bwari, in the early hours of Tuesday last week, and was confirmed dead at Bwari […]
Continue ReadingThe ongoing consultations by the National Assembly to amend Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution provide an opportunity to explore the idea of a confederation for the multi-ethnic and multi-religious country, which the military erroneously believes must be run as a monolithic realm. A confederation is “a union of sovereign states where member states retain significant autonomy, and […]
Continue ReadingA middle aged man identified as Joseph Ayuba, slumped and died while separating a couple fighting in the Dogon-Ruwa community in Abaji Area Council of the FCT, Nigeria. Barnabas Yakubu, a native of the community, who confirmed the incident to Daily Trust on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 stated that the couple, who were neighbours to […]
Continue ReadingNigerian singer and songwriter, Euphemia Runyi Ekumah, popularly known as GoodGirl LA, has boldly stated that she has no plans to ever get married — and her reason is simple: no man on earth is worthy of her. GoodGirl LA took to her X handle to declare: “I’m never getting married because no man walking […]
Continue ReadingThe long-anticipated 10th season of Big Brother Naija launched on Saturday night, with a stunning twist: an all-female lineup of housemates. In a show marked by surprise, personality, and plenty of attitude, 15 diverse women from across Nigeria walked confidently into the BBNaija house, setting the tone for what promises to be a fiery and record-breaking […]
Continue ReadingA couple of years ago, I saw a picture of a woman with swollen eyes on the internet, and I was shocked to learn that the reaction came from using hair dye. I remember reporting it here, and it was around the time we discussed the henna plant. So, before we proceed, let me talk […]
Continue ReadingOndo State Police Command, on Monday, said it had arrested one Augustina Mowari for allegedly killing her boyfriend, Michael Ikuedowoni, in the state. The suspect stabbed the deceased to death following an argument that ensued between them over suspected infidelity on Sunday at Okitipupa, the headquarters of the Okitipupa Local Government Area of the state. […]
Continue ReadingTinubu’s government has become a propaganda factory. A government obsessed with spectacle over substance and relentlessly pursuing self-congratulation. A governance style that prioritises the trivial over the transformative. Tinubu’s government is devoted to celebrating small, often inconsequential achievements while the nation is racked by hunger, insecurity, and economic stagnation. From commissioning incomplete roads to extracting political capital […]
Continue ReadingLabour Party’s presidential flagbearer in the 2023 elections, Mr. Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for allegedly presenting inaccurate statistics to obscure the country’s worsening economic situation. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Obi said Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate during the last election, once ridiculed his emphasis on […]
Continue ReadingThe former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has stated that all elected officials in the North, including governors seeking re-election, will not be re-elected unless they join the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC). Answering questions during an interview on Trust TV’s Sunday Politics, Lawal said the ruling APC has destroyed […]
Continue ReadingThree different decisions of the highest court in the country over the past two decades illustrate how the judicial conspiracy against popular sovereignty in Nigeria has prospered. In 2008, the Supreme Court ruled that elections in Nigeria are not governed by any foundational or legal principles. In other words, Nigeria has no legal standard for […]
Continue ReadingPresident Bola Tinubu has rewarded the Super Falcons with national honours, cash prizes, and homes following their historic win at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. In a ceremony at the State House in Abuja on Monday, Tinubu conferred the title of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) on […]
Continue ReadingEach time this country discounts tribe and tongue, region and religion, it wins. Nigeria’s stunning victory in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final on Saturday was more than a football triumph. Trailing 2-0 in Rabat at half-time, the Super Falcons initially looked outmanned and outgunned by Morocco. Yet, unity of purpose, unwavering belief, and […]
Continue ReadingNigerian singer, songwriter, television presenter, publisher, producer and activist, Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has reacted to the Lagos government’s decision to rename the popular Charly Boy Bus Stop in Bariga to Olamide Baddo Bus Stop, in honour of the rapper and Bariga native, Olamide Adedeji. Responding to that exercise, Charly Boy in a post […]
Continue ReadingMost people would prefer never to come across a cockroach, especially in a restaurant, but according to scientists the insect’s secretions could soon be making an appearance on menus everywhere. This is because cockroach milk, or post-natal fluid, is being hailed as the latest foody fad for non-dairy drinkers. According to researchers from the Institute […]
Continue ReadingAs a young reporter in the early 90s, I grew up in the newsroom hearing the phrase ‘IBB Boys’. These were young soldiers loyal to the former Military President, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida who ruled Nigeria between August 27, 1985 and August 26, 1993. As a directing staff (lecturer) at the Nigerian Defence Academy, NDA in […]
Continue ReadingIn a statement signed and made available to newsmen by the National Publicity Secretary, Araba Aiyenigba, in Abuja on Monday, the National Working Committee, Social Democratic Party (SDP), has expelled former Kaduna Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, from the party. The Party declared El-Rufai as ineligible to associate with the party in any capacity for the […]
Continue ReadingNigerian film actress and singer, Shaffy Bello-Akinrimisi simply called Shaffy Bello, has revealed that she is no longer interested in dating younger men, saying her priorities have changed with time. While speaking on the Dear Ife series hosted by Ifedayo Agoro, the veteran actress said she has dated a younger man in the past, but […]
Continue ReadingAfter what seems to be a long lull, the hydra-headed campaign for “true federalism” via a brand-new constitution is back in full swing. It’s been a while, really. The Patriots, a group of eminent Nigerians, says it is working on a draft constitution for the country. The group criticised the 1999 Constitution, saying it was […]
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