‘The Need For Government to Honour Teachers Beyond Mere Loans’ by Oke Abdullah
As teachers, we must begin to reflect deeply on the manner in which we are being treated by the government and the society at large. This is not an attack on any administration, political party, or government official, but rather a sincere plea for recognition, dignity, and reward for a profession that remains the bedrock […]
Assessing the Absence of ASUU Strikes under Tinubu’s Administration — Opinion
As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration marks its second year, one notable development stands out: the absence of Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strikes. Given the history of prolonged strikes that have plagued Nigeria’s education sector, this could be a welcome respite for students. Since 1999, ASUU strikes have resulted in a combined 47 […]
VIDEO: “Afenifere was not founded for the Yorubas” – Farotimi
Dele Farotimi, a human rights lawyer and chieftain of Afenifere, emphasized that Afenifere was founded for all Nigerians, not just the Yoruba people. He made this statement during the 97th posthumous birthday celebration of late Chief Ayo Adebanjo, a former leader of Afenifere. Farotimi urged Nigerians to unite under Afenifere’s vision for a better country, […]
Folarin’s Comeback: A shift in Oyo State Politics — Opinion
Folarin’s Comeback: A shift in Oyo State Politics — Opinion By || Peter Felix As it was written in the holy books, people don’t value those who meant good for their lands. The holy Bible and Qur’an explained how people of Jerusalem underrated and ignored the capacity and spiritual reflection of Jesus Christ, who is […]
Tinubu has done well about Balancing Appointments Between The North And South
There’s a list circulating in which a clever and mischievous individual tries to portray the President Tinubu-led Federal Government as a Lukumi Yoruba-dominated government. The list ingeniously lists only positions occupied by Southwesterners (and not even accurately) to arrive at a prearranged conclusion. But is the TInubu-led Federal Government Yoruba dominated? Anyone who follows me […]
Yoruba Youth Council Speaks Out Against Oluwo of Iwo’s “Emir” Title Usage
The Yoruba Council of Youths Worldwide (YCYW) has expressed strong disapproval of the recent action of the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, over his continuous usage of the title “Emir” — a move considered by the Council as a gross embarrassment to the Yoruba cultural heritage. This was made known in a press statement […]
Alaafin Owoade To Rebuild 200-Year-Old Palace
The newly crowned Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade has stated that he’s on a mission to rebuild the ancient Alaafin’s palace in Oyo town. He stated this in an exclusive interview with the Nigerian Tribune. The monarch revealed that the palace, built nearly 200 years ago by Atiba Latunbosun, the first Alaafin in […]
Op-Ed: OBJ: Democracy or Democrazy in Danger?
Op-Ed: OBJ: Democracy or Democrazy in Danger? By Tahir Ibrahim Tahir Talban Bauchi. Our collective selective amnesia makes it possible for characters from yesteryears of leadership to pontificate and assume dispositions of nobility and morality; appearing to distance themselves from the uncharitable, undemocratic, and immoral acts they committed while in positions of leadership. Had they, […]
ENTREPRENEURSHIP 101: Why Romanticizing Struggle is Damaging
Have you noticed how some people criticize salary earners just to make entrepreneurship seem more appealing? I’m here to tell you that this approach is not only misguided but also damaging. We’re creating a generation of frustrated young entrepreneurs who feel too proud to start with a “humble” job. They’re missing out on the opportunity to […]
Corps Member, Raye Calls Out MTN Over High Data Price
Lagos-based NYSC corps member, Raye has called out MTN over its data price hike. Recall that MTN recently increased their data plan prices, sparking widespread criticism from subscribers amid the country’s economic hardship. Reacting, Raye urged MTN users to issue complaints via email to the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). According to the […]