Opinion

In recent times, the Lekki Ikota area of Lagos, Nigeria, has witnessed a series of demolitions by the Lagos State government. The reason behind this drastic action is the perennial …

By Prof Toyin Falola Excerpt of Keynote Address delivered at the International Conference on Ile-Ife and Yoruba Civilization, Obafemi Awolowo University, October 13, 2024 The dynamic city of Ile-Ife is …

The ex Governor of Ekiti state, Dr. John Oluwakayode Fayemi (58), CON, from Isan Ekiti has admitted what we knew all along, that liberal democracy is not working in this …

In Nigeria, there is a common perception that the police often harass their own citizens. This has led to concerns and sometimes even fear of the police. However, it is …

Nigeria, a country that gained independence on the 1st of October 1960, is facing a series of challenges as it approaches its 63rd year of nationhood. Despite its vast resources …

Cyberbullying is the act of using digital platforms to harass, threaten, or intimidate others. Right now, it has become a pervasive issue in Nigeria and the world at large. While …

In 1991, the film The Five Heartbeats, directed by Robert Townsend was released. I enjoyed the film so much I cannot count the number of times I have watched it …

Western deception has been with Africa forever: 1493: Pope Alexander VI issued a papal bull, “Inter Caetera,” proclaiming the right of Spain and Portugal to enslave Africans and own the …

Success is a dream we all chase. We envision a life where everything falls into place effortlessly, where success comes knocking at our door without breaking a sweat. But here’s …

As a University of Lagos (Unilag) student and a fellow student in Nigeria, I found myself caught up in the recent wave of protests that rocked our campus. The cause …