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By Bolanle Bolawole [email protected] 0705 263 1058 Nigeria is touted as the second most religious country in the world; after the Taliban’s Afghanistan. Similarly, it is said to be the second most impoverished nation; again, after the same Afghanistan! Be they Christian or Muslim, religious Nigerians wear their religion like a badge. Outwardly they are…
March 24, 2025
Democracy is often cast as the antithesis of authoritarian rule — a beacon of liberty standing firm against the shadows of oppression. Yet, history tells a more intricate tale. Authoritarian regimes rarely storm the gates; instead, they slip quietly through the corridors of power, emerging not as abrupt usurpers but as offspring of the very…
March 24, 2025
By Johnson Babalola At a recent birthday celebration for a dear friend known for her kindness, brilliance, and unwavering support, I discovered more than just an opportunity to enjoy great company and delicious food—I encountered timeless lessons about character, generosity, and the importance of treating others as we would want to be treated. The party…
March 22, 2025
By next month, precisely April 30, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a towering elder-statesman, journalist-Lawyer, federalist, frontline Afenifere leader and one of the behemoths of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), who passed away peacefully in his Lekki, Lagos home, on March 14, will begin his journey home. Though he departed at the ripe age of 96, his…
March 21, 2025
Other Nordic countries are also once again at the top of the happiness rankings in the annual report published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. Besides Finland, Denmark, Iceland and Sweden remain the top four and in the same order. Country rankings were based on answers people give when asked to…
March 20, 2025
By Farooq Kperogi In the wake of a Supreme Court-triggered crisis in Rivers State —masterminded by Nyesom Wike, whose outsize influence over the judiciary has earned him the fittingly dubious distinction of being the de facto head of Nigeria’s “judiciary” — President Bola Tinubu has, with a stroke of imperial presidential pronouncement, declared a state…
March 19, 2025
The period of visa-free stays in Thailand is set to be reduced from 60 days to 30 days as related authorities have agreed in principle to the move in an effort to curb the risk of illegal businesses exploiting the visa exemption scheme, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry. Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong…
March 18, 2025
By Dr. Jude Dike, Ph.D In an age where financial systems are rapidly evolving, developing countries like Nigeria find themselves at a critical crossroads. Burdened by crippling national debts, stagnating economic growth, and inflationary pressures, these nations are increasingly looking for innovative solutions to break the cycle of dependency and rebuild their economies. One such…
March 17, 2025
In his book "The Power of Regrets", Daniel Pink explores how retrospection can be a powerful tool for growth and improvement. Reflecting on the Supreme Court judgment that has thrown Rivers State into chaos, I ask myself fundamental questions. If the Supreme Court justices were to reflect on their ruling, would they regret the consequences…
March 17, 2025
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By Bolanle Bolawole [email protected] 0705 263 1058 Nigeria is touted as the second most religious country in the world; after the Taliban’s Afghanistan. Similarly, it is said to be the second most impoverished nation; again, after the same Afghanistan! Be they Christian or Muslim, religious Nigerians wear their religion like a badge. Outwardly they are…
March 24, 2025
Democracy is often cast as the antithesis of authoritarian rule — a beacon of liberty standing firm against the shadows of oppression. Yet, history tells a more intricate tale. Authoritarian regimes rarely storm the gates; instead, they slip quietly through the corridors of power, emerging not as abrupt usurpers but as offspring of the very…
March 24, 2025
By Johnson Babalola At a recent birthday celebration for a dear friend known for her kindness, brilliance, and unwavering support, I discovered more than just an opportunity to enjoy great company and delicious food—I encountered timeless lessons about character, generosity, and the importance of treating others as we would want to be treated. The party…
March 22, 2025
By next month, precisely April 30, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a towering elder-statesman, journalist-Lawyer, federalist, frontline Afenifere leader and one of the behemoths of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), who passed away peacefully in his Lekki, Lagos home, on March 14, will begin his journey home. Though he departed at the ripe age of 96, his…
March 21, 2025
Other Nordic countries are also once again at the top of the happiness rankings in the annual report published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. Besides Finland, Denmark, Iceland and Sweden remain the top four and in the same order. Country rankings were based on answers people give when asked to…
March 20, 2025
By Farooq Kperogi In the wake of a Supreme Court-triggered crisis in Rivers State —masterminded by Nyesom Wike, whose outsize influence over the judiciary has earned him the fittingly dubious distinction of being the de facto head of Nigeria’s “judiciary” — President Bola Tinubu has, with a stroke of imperial presidential pronouncement, declared a state…
March 19, 2025
The period of visa-free stays in Thailand is set to be reduced from 60 days to 30 days as related authorities have agreed in principle to the move in an effort to curb the risk of illegal businesses exploiting the visa exemption scheme, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry. Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong…
March 18, 2025
By Dr. Jude Dike, Ph.D In an age where financial systems are rapidly evolving, developing countries like Nigeria find themselves at a critical crossroads. Burdened by crippling national debts, stagnating economic growth, and inflationary pressures, these nations are increasingly looking for innovative solutions to break the cycle of dependency and rebuild their economies. One such…
March 17, 2025
In his book "The Power of Regrets", Daniel Pink explores how retrospection can be a powerful tool for growth and improvement. Reflecting on the Supreme Court judgment that has thrown Rivers State into chaos, I ask myself fundamental questions. If the Supreme Court justices were to reflect on their ruling, would they regret the consequences…
March 17, 2025
