By Babalola GafarHon. Dr. Babatunde Tella, the lawmaker representing Abeokuta North State Constituency in the Ogun State House of Assembly, has distinguished himself as a diligent, visionary, and people-focused legislator. Since assuming office on June 20, 2023, he has consistently demonstrated that effective representation is built on a blend of sound lawmaking, responsive leadership, and…
The Awujale of Ijebu Land is not merely a crown; it is a sacred trust rooted in centuries of custom, lineage, and collective consent. It is deeply alarming that, right before the beginning of the nomination process for the open stool, a single name, Abimbola Onabanjo, has been relentlessly amplified across blogs, social media, and…
Laws aimed at curbing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remain largely unimplemented, justice remains inaccessible, and shelters for survivors are virtually non-existent, according to leading advocates and experts. The situation persists even during National awareness campaigns, underscoring a critical gap between policy and practice. Speaking on the matter, Gender Rights Activist Shonibare stressed the urgent need for…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence, following the resignation of Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar on Monday. The nomination was formally conveyed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio in a letter transmitted on Tuesday from the State House, Abuja. General…
The Nobel laureate’s quiet defiance turns a diplomatic slight into a powerful lesson on dignity, voice, and sovereignty. By Editorial Board When Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka revealed that the United States had revoked his visa after he declined a re-interview invitation from the U.S. Consulate in Lagos, many Nigerians saw it as a minor diplomatic…
Unfortunately, in Nigeria, the sanctity of journalism is increasingly under threat as the space becomes cluttered with individuals whose only claim to the title “journalist” is visibility. This has created a confusing climate where content creators, bloggers, public commentators, and even social media influencers are casually labelled “journalists”. The situation in Nigeria today, especially with…
