Betta Edu@39: An enigma of public service, transformational impact, compassionate humanitarianism, and global leadership
"Men do not shape destiny; destiny produces the man for the hour."- Fidel Castro At 39, energetic, academically fortified, enterprising,…
Rethinking facility management in urban areas
By Adebiyi Ayeni The practice of Facility Management (FM) is undergoing a significant transformation. Once seen merely as a routine…
Sanwo-Olu and the imperative of sanitising Lagos Island
By: Tajudeen Olanrewaju THE pivot and very womb of central Lagos is undoubtedly Lagos Island. It is the heartland of…
Sola Oni at 65: A life of integrity, intellect, and impact
By: Mashood Isamodu BY 1997, the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited (formerly the Nigerian Stock Exchange) had reached a pivotal point,…
An appeal to General Yakubu Gowon at 91
YOUR Excellency, Sir, first, let me on behalf of Nigerians congratulate you on your 91st birthday. We thank God for…
Rethinking Nigeria’s urban landscape
By: Oyetunde M. Ajayi TAKE a walk through the bustling routes of Lagos, Kano, Ibadan, or Port Harcourt. Look beyond…
LAWMA’S new playbook on environmental offences
By Muyiwa Gbadegesin IN May, a short video clip sparked public outrage: a driver pulled up on the Alapere Link…
Infrastructure development and real estate
INFRASTRUCTURE plays a critical part in a country’s development stride. Infrastructure facilities contributes significantly to demographic movement and population growth,…
The ever-lingering Benue/Plateau crisis
I saw Mr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang (60), the governor of Plateau, a lawyer-banker and former Chairman of Mangu Local Government…
Comrade Hassan Sunmonu: A voice of reason on democracy and development
On Thursday, October 23rd, 2025, Yaba College of Technology will host a major event to honor Comrade Hassan Sunmonu. It…
Why removing maths for arts students weakens Nigeria’s human capital competitiveness
THE Federal Government’s recent decision to remove Mathematics as a mandatory subject for admission into tertiary institutions for students in…
Much ado about a presidential pardon
THE past week showed how people can easily misconstrue well-intentioned actions of the government. After the presidential pardon and clemency…
LG: Autonomy reform implementation and challenges ahead
IN delivering the keynote address at the just concluded 2025 National Summit of the Local Government Service Commissions (LGSCs), I…
The October Triad: Democracy, Ideology, and Ancestorology
The intellectual labor of a single voice is to capture historical moments that illuminate the fractures of Africa and sketch…
The past of the Historical Society of Nigeria
The Historical Society of Nigeria (HSN) is 70! I have been part of this veritable organization for over 45 years.…
Waste management in Lagos: Facts, causes, and ongoing fixes
By: Muyiwa Gbadegesin A publication titled ‘Fear of Epidemic as Refuse Takes Over Lagos’ recently raised some public-health concerns and…
‘Biodun Oyebanji: Continuity in the best interest of Ekiti people
By: ‘Gbenga Ogunremi IN the lead up to the Ekiti State governorship primaries of the ruling party, the All Progressive…
Cornelius Adebayo: A legacy of service and integrity
By: Mark Longyen REACTIONS have continued to trail the death of former Governor of Kwara, Chief Cornelius Olatunji Adebayo, who…
The government of Nigeria versus Senator Ted Cruz
WITHIN the past week, several senior Nigerian government officials have openly reprimanded the U.S. senator for Texas, Ted Cruz, for…
From ancient to modern: Okpebholo champions Benin City’s infrastructural renaissance
AFTER eight agonizing years under his predecessor, the destiny of Edo State in road infrastructure development is finally taking shape.…
