BASA — A Woman of the People, A Voice for the Grassroots (Series IX)
In a political environment often clouded by self-interest and opportunism, Hon. Bolanle Aminat Sarumi (BASA) stands tall as a symbol of courage, conviction, and conscience. She has proven that politics can be principled — that leadership can be both firm and compassionate. BASA’s political journey is defined by boldness — the courage to speak truth […]
ICT: Africa’s Untapped Goldmine
By Olusegun C. A. Taiwo (OCAT), GMCPN In the last two decades, scholars across Africa and beyond such as Manuel Castells, Tim Unwin, Ernest Wilson, and Nigeria’s own Prof. Umar Danbatta have consistently argued that Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is not merely a tool for development but a transformative engine capable of reshaping entire […]
JDS: A Name, A Vision, A Rising Crown || By Segun O. Akinlabi
JDS: A Name, A Vision, A Rising Crown || By Segun O. Akinlabi Leadership in today’s society requires more than titles or visibility. It demands competence, character, and a consistent commitment to community development. In this regard, Engr. Jibril Dotun Sanusi (JDS) continues to distinguish himself as a figure whose relevance is steadily expanding within […]
Hon. Olaleye Olusegun Thomas: A Grassroots Voice for Afijio’s Future (Series VI)
In Afijio today, one name continues to ring with quiet consistency — Hon. Olaleye Olusegun Thomas. To many, he is not just another politician seeking attention; he is a man who has stayed true to his people, even when no spotlight was on him. His story is not one of sudden ambition, but of steady […]
Shift Pupils’ Assembly Time and Deploy Security Agencies Around Rural Schools: INTELLECTUALS Advise Oyo State Government
The Governor-elect of the Oyo State Chapter of the Association of Tutorial Schools Operators (ATSO), Mr. Oladipupo Olalekan, popularly known as Intellectuals, has urged the Oyo State Government to extend the start time of school assemblies in rural areas from 7:55 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Speaking on a call-in radio program in Ibadan, Mr. Oladipupo […]
Rising Insecurity: EGALITARIAN TEAM Urges Southwest Governors to Strengthen Amotekun and Calls on Tinubu to Back State Police
Nigeria continues to face escalating insecurity, with communities across the nation grappling with kidnappings, violent attacks, and terror incidents. From the Kebbi schoolgirls abduction, the Niger Catholic School kidnapping, to the attack on a church in Kwara State, citizens are living in fear, and the safety of families, schools, and communities is under severe threat. […]
City Talk With EGALITARIAN: Three Portraits, One Mystery — The Untold Story Behind Governor Makinde’s Shifting Expression
City Talk With EGALITARIAN: Same Man, Different Picture, Different Thought — A Portrait of a Workaholic Governor Makinde In an era where political leadership is often measured by rhetoric rather than results, Engr. Seyi Makinde stands out as a rare exception. The phrase “Same Man, Different Picture, Different Thought” perfectly captures the essence of this workaholic […]
BASA — A Woman of the People, A Voice for the Grassroots (Series VIII)
…..Philanthropy and Community Impact At the heart of Hon. Bolanle Aminat Sarumi’s (BASA) public life is a rare compassion for humanity — one that transcends politics and finds expression in service. Through her philanthropic work, she has touched lives, restored hope, and rekindled dignity in places where despair once lingered. The BASA Foundation, her flagship […]
CHOOSING LIGHT AFTER A DARK UPBRINGING ||By: Ridwan A. A. Pal. Solution
LOVE, NOT ROMANTIC LOVE, BUT HUMAN LOVE Many of us were not raised with real love. As we grew up, we didn’t experience genuine affection, care, or emotional support, not because we were unworthy, but because many of us came from toxic backgrounds. Homes filled with tension, silence, survival, and unspoken pain. But here […]
Oyo 2027: Why Oyo Deserves a Female Governor Like Hon. Bolanle Sarumi (BASA) In a Time Like This
Oyo 2027: Why Oyo Deserves a Female Governor Like Hon. Bolanle Sarumi (BASA) In a Time Like This …By Segun Akinlabi As Oyo State prepares for another critical electoral cycle in 2027, conversations about leadership renewal and inclusive governance are becoming more urgent. The future of Oyo should not only be about continuity of policies […]