I can’t remember when exactly I became a close buddy of my dear egbon Dele Momodu, but I remember I used to read his pendulum column in the defunct Fame Magazine. But I can remember vividly when I wanted to celebrate the first year anniversary of my magazine, Global News, and I wanted him to…
I have pondered on this for a long time, and I must now give voice to it—before we are once again used and discarded, before we are called out, not to think, but to chant. In less than two years, another round of elections will arrive. And, like clockwork, those who sit in power—feeling threatened—will…
The NBA Vs Rivers State Brohaha has been trending for a while now with divergent views being peddled .But I must state emphatically that Rufai Oseni goofed…he goofed big time.He sounded unreal trying to convince his fellow co-presenters that the N300m in question was indeed a Gift.He obviously did not do his due diligence on…
Nigeria is at a critical crossroads, one that challenges not just the nation’s political integrity but its very identity. This crisis is not marked by war or famine, but by a deep and troubling internal issue that questions the fairness of the judicial system and the moral foundation of the country. At the heart of…
Journalists in Africa have long played a crucial role in shaping narratives, influencing public opinion, and promoting individuals who later rise to power and wealth. However, a troubling pattern has emerged—many of these journalists, after dedicating their craft to highlighting and amplifying the voices of billionaires, are often left behind, struggling to make ends meet…
At 65 years old, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is not just governing Kwara State—he is reshaping Nigeria’s creative industry. His administration’s landmark achievement, the Sugar Film Factory, is a testament to his commitment to positioning Kwara as a premier hub for movie production in West Africa. The Sugar Film Factory: A Game-Changer for the Creative…
As the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, cheers erupt, fireworks light up the skies, and “Happy New Year” echoes across the globe. It is a moment steeped in tradition, a cultural ritual repeated year after year with unwavering fervour. But amidst the confetti and celebratory toasts, an unspoken question lingers: What, truly, is new…
The drums have been rolling for the past few weeks, snippets of his brief interview where he fully identified with the youths trending on the social media and great excitement from family, friends and associates to felicitate with this sage At the last count, eight different organisations, including Out of Home Advertising Association of Nigeria…
Nigeria, the land of green pastures and abundant promises, finds itself yet again at a critical juncture. The resistance of Northern lawmakers to the Tax Reform Bill proposed by the present administration has sparked heated debates across the country. At its heart lies a broader question: is the North holding Nigeria back, or is it…
By Wale Ojo-Lanre, Esq. I feel compelled by instinct to respond to a recent article by the seasoned Malan Kabir Malan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Association of Nigerian Tourism Practitioners (ANTP). Published on the popular blog The African Gong, the article was titled “No to a Green Horn,” and it takes…
