Local Government Financial Autonomy: A Way Out for Grassroots Sports – Bayo Olanlege
When the Supreme Court of Nigeria handed down its judgment on July 11th, 2024, granting financial autonomy to local governments, I felt a wave of optimism. The ruling declared that all 774 local governments in the country would now receive their…
Is Big Brother Naija Season 9 a Welcome Distraction as Nigerians Demand Good Governance?
A beautiful distraction? The new season of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija Season 9) is captivating millions across the country, the question is – is this reality show a welcome distraction or a diversion from the pressing demand for good governance in…
Back To Nothing: Nigeria’s Olympic Struggles Persist Despite Heavy Investment
A summary of Christian Opara’s piece in the Guardian …. In his article for The Guardian, Christian Opara highlights Nigeria’s ongoing challenges in securing success at the Olympics, particularly as the nation faced disappointment during the…
The Paris Disaster and Matters Arising by Henrich Akomolafe
The past few days have been particularly traumatic for me, with anxiety levels peaking as I watched some Nigerian athletes advance to the semifinals and finals of their respective events at the Paris Olympics. A sense of hope had begun to stir within…
Why Africa Doesn’t Need South Africa’s Approval to Thrive
Let’s be honest—Africa doesn’t need South Africa, and it’s time we stop pretending otherwise. In modern economics, there’s a widely accepted principle: a civilization controlling a market of at least 300 million people has the preconditions for…
Nigerian Bar Association – Dead and Buried
If you are above 30 years old, you would remember Alao Aka Basorun, the fiery NBA President who gave the military a good run for their money. If you lived in Nigeria a lit bit earlier, you will also remember that the NBA used to be a bastion for the…
Escalating Conflict: Israel and Hamas Ceasefire Prospects in Jeopardy
Efforts toward a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has hit a new precipice. Since the assault on its enclave on October 7, 2023, Israel has shown no signs of backing down. BBC International editor Jeremy Bowen in a piece summarised that Israel has…
The Problem with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu – Duke Of Shomolu
The problem with our President is very simple. His refusal to rise above the fray and be a statesman. That is all. Once he can struggle to climb on that platform, Nigeria will be on a sure pathway to growth and freedom. Mr President in his current mode…
Late Senator (Dr.) Bode Olowoporoku: A Victim of Collaborative Conspiracy, Even in Death
It has been years since the Late Chief Dr. Bode Olowoporoku departed from this world, yet the legacy he left behind remains a testament to his monumental contributions to the creation of Ekiti State. His vision, dedication, and relentless efforts laid…
Dangote Refinery:Weep not Child – By Duke of Shomolu
We have been inundated by very worrisome news emanating from the recently inaugurated giant Dangote refinery. In summary, their tears can be encapsulated into two major boxes of grief. The first being self inflicted while the other being of external…