A Review of POIGNANT TALES by Idaniloju Sotunsa
BY Toyin Falola Human beings are plagued with many challenges in various forms and magnitudes. Life will not always be rosy; it can be tough today and easy tomorrow, depressing today but joyful tomorrow. Some have food but cannot eat, while some can eat but have no food: that is life, e no balance. Until […]
Professor Paul Lovejoy at 80: Understanding Slavery
The history of slavery has always attracted nuances from those who examine its attendant consequences, implications and significance or lack thereof, in the world of the perpetrators and the victims. Incidentally, the activities of history are not exclusive for any party to relay. No matter the gravity of destruction undertaken by one person to another, […]
Digging Deep: Ayisha Osori on Nigeria’s 2023 Elections
By Toyin Falola Presently, there is heightened tension in some parts of Nigeria. In some other parts, there is assurance and calm anticipation. The former is the case with Nigerians who believe — no matter how little — that the Election Tribunal will shake up the announced results of the presidential election. In the latter […]
Tribunal’s Refusal For Live Broadcast Not A Setback For Us- PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) says the refusal of its application by the court for a live broadcast of the presidential election petition proceedings hearing was not a setback. Speaking with journalists after the decision, the counsel to PDP, Eyitayo Jegede said instead of dwelling on refusal , the party and its candidate were ready for […]
‘I slapped the sheriff but…’
When news broke that Seun Kuti, the Afrobeat artist, allegedly slapped a policeman and had been declared wanted, my instinctive response was: under no circumstances should anyone assault a law enforcement officer. Sadly, this is becoming a game for some Nigerians. They brag about hitting a police officer or kidnapping a policewoman who is heard […]
Subomi Balogun dies at 89
The founder of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), Mr Subomi Balogun is dead. He died in London Friday morning. Mr Balogun celebrated his 89th birthday in March. He was an alumnus of Igbobi College and studied law at the London School of Economics. The deceased practised as a lawyer in the regional justice […]
Tea promotes cultural exchange among countries, says Chinese Cultural Counselor
Mr Li Xuda, Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Embassy and Director of China Cultural Center in Nigeria (CCCNIG), has said that tea brings people together and promotes cultural exchanges among countries. He said this at an event on “Tea for Harmony” at the Yaji Cultural Salon in Abuja. The event was hosted by the Ministry […]
Mbang told truth to power, dared consequences – Akande
The Bishop of Diocese of Lagos West, Methodist Church Nigeria (MCN), Rt. Rev. Oluyinka Akande, has extolled the virtues of the first Prelate of the church, the late Dr Sunday Mbang. In a statement, Akande said that Mbang served his Maker with everything in him. “He was fearless, always ready to tell people the truth, […]
Questions of Ownership of Benin Treasures
By Peju Layiwola Many persons thought the period of colonialism was long over! Western reportage about handling the return of Benin treasures by the Federal Government of Nigeria shows a lack of sensitivity and understanding of the cultures looted of their valuable cultural materials. These careless remarks do not show respect for our democratic structures. […]
10th NASS: Respect party decision, APC chieftain tells members
Alhaji Sabo Mohammed, a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi State, has appealed to party faithful vying for leadership positions in the 10th National Assembly (NASS) to put their personal interest aside for national and party unity. He made the call in an interview with journalists on Thursday in Bauchi while reacting […]
