One by one, those senators are departing
With the passage of Senator Ayomide Fasanmi (September 27, 1925 to July 29, 2020) the number of the ninety-five Senators,…
Loans, debt and accountability
Nigerians are boisterous by nature. They enjoy their various freedoms as enshrined in the country’s constitution, especially freedom of expression.…
This war against corruption
IN the course of the past few weeks, our collective responsibility was again enraged when we watched the theatre premiered…
With local herbs, COVID-19 can be powerless
COVID-19 is killing humans and spreading, affecting more than 90 per cent of world’s population in various ways, and it…
Youthful approach to governance in Kwara
Gains have been made since our victory through the Ó Tó Gẹ́ movement which brought Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq to power…
The comedy called Nigeria
A few years ago, I told a friend that Nigeria was a wonderful and funny place. I told him anytime…
Arotile, Saleh: Death and many life lessons
THE news last week of the deaths of two young people, Tolulope Arotile and Fahim Saleh (Gokada entrepreneur), whose paths…
SMEs: Risk, reward, and current realities
IN many of Africa’s developing nations, running a business or setting up a new one is a brave move for…
Honourables and dishonourable shows
THE third week of July this year, spanning from 20th to 26th, was one that Nigerians are not likely to…
Makinde’s giant strides in Oyo State
“Being a leader should not be seen as a leeway to dominate and dictate but as a privilege and opportunity…
South-East and 2023 presidency
I am a Yoruba born and bred in Ibadan, capital of Oyo State, and therefore not the most well-placed person…
Of Ogun and inclusive governance
IT is no longer news that the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun on July 23, 2020, constituted the Boards…
FG and Azura power project
FAKE news stories have become common, especially with the advent of social media. In a society like ours where freedom…
For Chief J.K. Randle, it’s thanksgiving time again
ON Tuesday 28th, July 2020, it was time for the annual Thanksgiving and Memorial Service for the late Chief Joseph…
Covid-19 and Buhari’s rice restrictions
By Inwalomhe Donald NIGERIA has benefitted greatly from covid-19 rice import restrictions. Since Buhari first took office in 2015,…
SMEs: Essence of cash flow
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect economies, businesses and household globally, the impact has been severe, and the world…
(OPINION): Driving growth through digital economy
The outbreak of COVID-19 and preventive measures enforced by authorities across global borders has further extolled the importance of technology-based…
Tribute to my political godfather, Ayo Fasanmi by Bisi Akande
I'm suddenly made a political orphan by the passing of Papa Ayo Fasanmi at this point. It is shocking and…
The new change in National Assembly
POOR leadership is one of the key issues posing a huge challenge to accelerated sustainable development in Nigeria. This point…
Planning safer cities for girls and young people
THE Covid-19 pandemic has severely impacted cities and residents of almost all communities globally. With the government’s attention now turning…
