On October 1st, 2024, Nigeria marks 64 years as an independent nation. While the occasion traditionally calls for celebration, jubilation rings hollow amidst the reality of Nigeria’s state today. Sixty-four …
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Nigeria, once celebrated for its transition to democracy in 1999 after decades of military rule, now finds its democratic foundations increasingly eroded. The country’s political history is marked by a …
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The six-month jail term of popular cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, continues to stir conversation among Nigerians. What began as a legal case has since morphed into a …
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It’s baffling that in a country desperate for economic diversification, we continue to criminalize one of the most versatile, sustainable, and historically valuable crops known to humanity—hemp. Instead of harnessing …
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As the dust settles and the final results of the Edo Governorship election are officially in, it’s a sobering moment for those of us who had hoped for a shift …
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The recent back-to-back attacks in Lebanon, with explosions targeting Hezbollah members’ pagers on Tuesday and walkie-talkies on Wednesday, have sent shockwaves throughout the region. These hi-tech assaults, believed to be …
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In today’s world, one can’t help but wonder what has happened to the values that once shaped romance and relationships. It seems that the principles of courtship, respect, and patience …
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“You can’t free a slave who is happy in his chains.” Nowhere does this adage resonate more than in Nigeria, where people are shackled by corruption, poverty, and broken governance, …
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The Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo dance has recently become a viral sensation, captivating countless followers with its playful steps and catchy tune. Popularized by comedian Brain Jotter, this craze involves …
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“We cannot continue to live with the ghosts of our past. We must move forward, but move forward together.” – Nelson Mandela Tomorrow, June 12, 2024, Nigerians will gather to …
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In an era characterized by technological advancement and global interconnectedness, it remains both startling and disconcerting that Russia, a nation with rich cultural heritage and global influence, persists in its …
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In recent years, Nigeria has been plagued by the alarming rise of violent secret cults, particularly within its higher institutions and beyond. The devastating consequences of these clandestine groups extend …
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In a recent article in the Sunday Vanguard of January 21, 2024, titled “History, The Coup Of January 15, 1966 And A Tribute To Our Heroes Past”, penned by Mr. …
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In a three-part documentary, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has purportedly embarked on what it terms an “expose” of the alleged atrocities and sexual crimes attributed to the late Pastor …
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In a shocking turn of events, Pope Francis has made a statement suggesting his openness to the idea of the Catholic Church blessing same-sex couples. This abrupt change in stance …
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In recent days, the nation has been abuzz with discussions surrounding the encounter between former President Olusegun Obasanjo and traditional rulers in Iseyin, Oyo State. While emotions have run high, …