I had a meeting last night in one of those pretentious restaurants that litter Lagos Island. This one was in Lekki Phase 1 with beautiful interior and ambiance carefully designed to prepare you to be duped. My acquaintance had asked that I meet him...
Haiku, a traditional Japanese poetry form, has captivated readers and writers worldwide with its concise yet profound nature. Typically, a haiku comprises seventeen syllables, divided into three lines of five, seven, and five syllables, respectively...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended that Nigeria require global cryptocurrency trading platforms to register or obtain licenses to operate within the country, subjecting them to regulatory oversight. This suggestion was outlined in...
It’s unfortunate to hear about Microsoft considering the closure of its African Development Centre in Lagos. Such a move could indeed have significant implications for Nigeria’s tech industry and its workforce. However, it is important...
In Igbo-Ora, the world’s twins capital, there are approximately 158 twins per 1,000 newborns, in stark contrast to Europe’s 5 twins per 1,000 newborns. Igbo-Ora, situated in Oyo State, boasts numerous intriguing narratives, with its most...
The Federal government recently introduced yet another policy, adding to the numerous ones implemented over the past year. It’s evident that Nigerians have been bombarded with a slew of announcements, particularly under the President Bola...
ALHAJI Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who was declared Nigeria’s President on March 1, 2023, while Nigerians were asleep is deeply contemptuous of Nigerians. But more important is that he is mortally afraid of Nigerian journalists. His fear of questions and...
In a few years, it could be easier to live in Mars than on Earth. The devastating effects of extreme rainfall and floods in North America, East Africa and parts of the Arabian Peninsula have resulted in numerous casualties and significant economic...
The UK government has clarified its decision to prohibit students from other countries from bringing their family members to the UK. British High Commissioner, Dr. Richard Montgomery, attributed this change to the overwhelming influx of dependents...
When we say a country is poor, what are the deciding factors? When determining why a country is impoverished, various factors come into play. Data from The International Monetary Fund reveals stark differences in per-capita purchasing power between...
