Author: Nigeriacurrent

Kola Daisi University: The chief and his vision

By Toyin Falola Chief Kola Daisi is a force to reckon with in Nigeria, most especially in Ibadan—the capital city of Oyo State. His name is synonymous with excellence, leadership, and philanthropy. Chief Daisi is a visionary leader and philanthropist who has left an indelible mark on Ibadanland, where he hails from. He currently holds […]

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Patriots inaugurate zonal committees on political reform

The Emeka Anyaoku-led group of eminent Nigerians, popularly known as The Patriots, has inaugurated Zonal  Advocacy Committees across the six geo political zones of the country towards the actualisation of a new Peoples Constitution. The Patriots confirmed this in a statement co-signed by the national chairman of Patriots’ Strategy and Advocacy Committee on constitutional reform […]

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Tinubu greets Ooni of Ife at 50

President Bola Tinubu has sent a message to the people and chiefs of Ile-Ife, and the global Yoruba community in commemoration the 50th birthday of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, the Ojaja II. The President noted the Ooni’s extraordinary leadership and maturity since ascending the throne at 41, emphasising his significant role […]

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Tinubu pays tribute to Ohaneze leader Iwuanyanwu

As the burial rites of Ohaneze leader Emmanuel Iwuayanwu begins, President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to the business man and politician who died on July 25, 2024. In a personally signed statement, the president described the deceased as “a colossus of many parts” and prayed for the repose of his soul. The president’s statement […]

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On Falola’s suggestion of new academic field in African Ancestral Studies

By Oluwatoyin Vincent Adepoju The Question  What is original, what is new, in Toyin Falola’s suggestion of the new academic field of African Ancestral Studies and what represents a continuity of older ideas in this formulation? What is original in Falola’s constitution of this field of enquiry is the integration of the study of endogenous […]

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OPINION: Evelyn Joshua Rouses Apostolic Age Revival In Argentina

By Dare Adejumo The face of apostolic revival is changing in Argentina. A new wind of change is blowing across Latin America with the crusade of Pastor Evelyn Joshua of the Synagogue Church Of All Nations (SCOAN) just held at Portal Del Cielo in Resistencia, Chaco Argentina. Portal Del Cielo (the door of heaven), as […]

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Anton Wilhelm Amo: Our Ancestral Philosopher

By Toyin Falola The invitation to give the 2024 Anton Wilhelm Amo Lecture at the University of Ghana must start by paying homage to the man whose name honours this annual event. He will be happy in his grave, much happier than when he was alive in the first half of the 18th century, that […]

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Evelyn Joshua rouses Apostolic age revival in Argentina

BY DARE ADEJUMO The face of apostolic revival is changing in Argentina. A new wind of change, blowing across the entire Latin America with the CRUSADE of Pastor Evelyn Joshua of the Synagogue Church Of All Nations (SCOAN)  just held at Portal del Cielo in Resistencia, Chaco in Argentina Portal Del Cielo (door of heaven) […]

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Honouring Dhikru Adewale Yagboyaju at 60:  A life of purpose and influence

By Toyin Falola As I reminisce with every sense of humility and gratitude for the blessings of acquaintance with a remarkable individual who celebrates a significant milestone in life as he turns 60 on October 24, 2024, I  am reminded not only of the years he has lived but of the incredible legacy that embodies […]

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Like a meteor, Evelyn Joshua crusade lightens Latin America

BY DARE ADEJUMO People of Latin America are eagerly waiting with intense interest,  excitement and high expectations for Pastor Evelyn Joshua Crusade of Synagogue Church Of All Nations SCOAN scheduled to hold on 11th and 12th of this month at the city of Resistencia in Chaco province of Argentina. The Argentines are particularly elated for […]

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