Q. & A. The Nigerian writer explains the origins of his latest book’s title, why novels are harder to write than plays, and the masochistic pull of political activism. By Vinson Cunningham November 2, 2021 Wole Soyinka. “People in this nation are not the happiest,” Wole Soyinka says, of Nigerians. “But then . . . […]
Continue ReadingThe recent astronomical hike in the fees payable by students in the Ondo State Government owned University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (UNIMED) by the government is a silent notice to parents who cannot afford the new fees regime to withdraw their children. Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN has never hidden his penchant for increasing fees in […]
Continue ReadingThe Ajana Afa of Okeagbe Oba Oladunjoye Fajana is to confer chieftaincy titles on twelve (12) well meaning Nigerians, sons and daughters of Okeagbe Akoko “for their contributions to the development of the town”. It was gathered that the conferment of honorary chieftaincy titles which is slated for 26th November, 2021 was part of activities […]
Continue ReadingAspirant for the fast approaching Akure South North Federal Constituency Bye-Election, Babatunde Faro has reiterated his commitment to ensuring that a new dynamism is introduced to representation in the Federal Constituency if given the mandate by the party and the people. Babatunde Faro is a key member of the People’s Democratic Party from ward 10 […]
Continue ReadingHearty Congratulations to the Chief Press Secretary to the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Mr. Gboyega Akosile on the occasion of his 50th birthday anniversary. This is indeed a milestone feat, even as we celebrate you; we also celebrate your amiable personality. You have earned a solid reputation and excellent track record as a journalist […]
Continue ReadingFederal lawmaker representing Idanre/Ifedore federal constituency, Hon. Tajudeen Adefisoye has won the award of African Most Outstanding Lawmaker of The Year. The award was organized by the prestigious and globally recognized Pan African International. The Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele was also honoured alongside Adefisoye at the event held at the Lagos Sheraton Hotel.The award […]
Continue ReadingThe Executive Director of Networks in Niger Delta Power Holding Company, Engr. Ifeoluwa Oyedele FNSE, FRMN, FIPAN has been rightfully selected to give the 15th DEEEAL lecture organized by the Nigerian Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NIEEE). The event is billed to hold in Abuja on November 8, 2021. The specialised lecture is tagged […]
Continue ReadingAdeyinka Adedipe, Tony Okafor and Raphael Ede 8 November 2021 Kindly share this story: The candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, Prof Charles Soludo, is set to be declared the winner of Saturday’s Anambra State governorship election as results so far released by the Independent National Electoral Commission indicate that he won in 17 […]
Continue ReadingNike Popoola 8 November 2021 Kindly share this story:. Insurance companies in the country have launched an investigation into the collapsed 21-storey building in Lagos State in order to ascertain if it is adequately covered and whether the victims’ families are entitled to any form of compensation, NIKE POPOOLA reports Nearly a week after the […]
Continue ReadingSodiq Oyeleke 7 November 2021 Kindly share this story:  Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola, has said many Nigerian presidents are not loved by the citizens until they are dead. Fashola blamed this on the poor understanding of the powers of a president. He also said lack of proper interaction between the […]
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