Septuagenarian docked for alleged N1.2m land scam
A 72-year-old man, Ajao Ajadi, on Tuesday appeared before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan, for allegedly obtaining N1.2 million under guise of selling land. Ajadi, whose address was not provided, was charged with conspiracy, obtaining money under false pretences and stealing, to which he pleaded not guilty. The prosecutor, Insp Olalekan Adegbite, told the […]
Origin and history of musical bands at Ogbomoso Grammar School
By Mofolorunso Adekunle Enigbokan Prior to 1964, Ogbomoso Grammar School (OGS) was a musical desert! Metaphorically, OGS’ musical scene represented the dusty days of March with the 1963/1967 set bringing the refreshing showers of April which would end those dusty days, setting free the sap that coursed the tree of music, inducing the lusciousness of […]
Reforming Good Governance in Nigeria
By Toyin Falola I thank Professor Tor Iorapuu, the Vice-Chancellor of Benue State University, and his management team, Senate, and Council for extending an invitation to give the Convocation Lecture at the 22nd/24th Combined Convocation ceremony on December 6, 2024. I chose the broader theme of “Power, Politics, and Policies”. Governance is an aspect of […]
Nigeria’s reform will impact Africa, says Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has lauded the amicable relations with French President Emmanuel Macron, appreciating his interest in Africa. He expressed confidence that Macron’s goodwill would foster stronger bilateral ties, benefiting the entire continent. At the State Dinner organised by the French government for him at Palais des Elysée in Paris on Thursday night, Tinubu encouraged […]
Tinubu hails Okonjo-Iweala’s reappointment, says trust earned
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, former Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, on her unanimous re-election as the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). The renowned development economist and global finance expert made history in 2021 as the first African and first woman to lead the 164-nation-member WTO. […]
Empowering African Universities
By Toyin Falola I cannot adequately thank Dr. Takyiwaa Manuh, a top-rank policy scholar and analyst, Emirata Professor of the University of Ghana, former Director of the Institute of African Studies, University of Ghana, and former Director of the Social Development Policy Division of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa for instigating the conversation […]
Is Culture Fuelling Excessive Salt Intake Among Nigerians?
By Bukola Olukemi-Odele Salt has been an integral part of human existence since time immemorial. It is an important ingredient in our diets and is used by diverse populations regardless of race, age, status, religion and diversity. Salt has been an additive since ancient times due to its pivotal role in food processing and preservation. […]
Tinubu celebrates revival of Port Harcourt Refinery, directs NNPC to reactivate Warri, Kaduna refineries
President Bola Tinubu has expressed joy and his congratulations to the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on the successful revitalization of the Port Harcourt refinery, marked by the official commencement of petroleum product loading on November 26, 2024. He acknowledged the pivotal role of former President Muhammadu Buhari in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of […]
Tinubu greets Atiku at 78
President Bola Tinubu has extended his best wishes to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on the occasion of his 78th birthday. The former Vice President and PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 presidential election has been an active player in Nigeria’s democratic process since the , said the president recognized return to civilian rule in […]
Governors’ Forum meets over Constitution Amendment, stamp duty
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is currently holding a meeting in Abuja to discuss the ongoing Constitution amendment and stamp duty. The meeting, led by NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, aims to address pressing national issues. According to the 11th physical meeting agenda, the forum will receive a presentation from Deputy Speaker […]
