Deep Dive

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

September 14, 2020

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome’s rapture prediction may be true, but see why we don’t agree

The debate on when the world will be coming to an end has always been a topic of discussion for many who believe that it will end. Religion has been one of the peddlers of the idea that there would be a time when everything about life as we know, would cease. In Christianity’s view,... Read More

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, Rapture

September 14, 2020

4 reasons ASUU has insisted on not resuming

The place of education in the advancement and development of a nation cannot be overemphasised. According to Benjamin Franklin, “an investment in knowledge pays the best interest”. This is in line with the maxim that says, education is the bedrock of every sustainable development. With the rot in our educational system made worse by incessant... Read More

Deep Dive, Thinking Through

ASUU, FG, Reasons ASUU will not resume

Edo 2020

September 14, 2020

Hot takes from the #EdoGovernorshipDebate

The Edo governorship election has been more dramatic than you might have imagined, and it all began when state executives of the All Progressives Congress (APC) started a squabble with former National Leader of the party, Adams Oshiomhole. As we edge closer to the election, the two leading contenders in the election – Godwin Obaseki... Read More

Edo 2020, Ize-Iyamu, Obaseki

Greece

September 13, 2020

Why we should be concerned about the fires at Greek refugee camps

Barely a month ago, news of African migrants who set sail on Greece’s water territory on inflatable life rafts and abandoned by Greek authorities was all over media spaces. New York Times first reported it, accusing the Greek coast guard of forceful expulsion of ‘illegal migrants’ at least 31 times since March. The accusations were... Read More

Greece, International Immigration Policies, Turkey

September 12, 2020

On Desmond Elliot and Obaseki; here’s why young people should consider shunning godfatherism in politics

“He who pays the Piper dictates the tune.” This popular mantra clearly captures the concept of godfatherism in Nigerian politics. Godfatherism is a style of political leadership that is harmful to the political and socio-economic growth of our nation. Unfortunately, it has eaten deep into the fabric of our polity. Thus, as a catalyst of... Read More

APC, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, desmond elliot, Godwin Obaseki, PDP, Sunday Dare

September 11, 2020

My life is in danger | Mailafia cries out and we are worried that ‘DSS invitation’ is becoming too frequent

Constant harassment of Nigerians is fast becoming a norm in our society today. A former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr Obadiah Mailafia, has raised alarm over a third invitation by the DSS concerning the statement he made in August about a northern governor being the leader of the Boko-Haram sect. Mailafia... Read More

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Dr Obadiah Mailafia, DSS persecution

Oluwatosin

September 11, 2020

The ‘Tosin’ controversy is a reminder that men need to be guided

Before now, many men have calculatedly gotten away with outrageous crimes against women – well, even now, men still get away with patterned abuses against women – however, the attention on men who perpetuate these vices, are usually not so strong. Thanks to heightened outcries and intentional efforts to drive change against gender-based violence, rape,... Read More

Nollywood

September 11, 2020

Nollywood and a post-pandemic future

At the end of the Living in Bondage sequel premiere last year, the audience erupted in an applause in a packed Lagos cinema. Lights came on, and in minutes revealed celebrities shuffling in goth glam and imperious horrorcore outfits (think Dracula, but a little more DIY-looking). Themes have become a mainstay in Nollywood movie premieres,... Read More

Deep Dive, Editor's Pick

Abba Makama, Coronavirus pandemic, Living in Bondage, Living In Bondage: Breaking Free, nollywood, Nollywood post pandemic future, Ramsey Nouah

September 11, 2020

The judgement against P&ID is more than a win for Nigeria’s corrupt system

Following the August victory against the $9.6 billion Process and Industrial Developments (P&ID) arbitration fraud judgment, the Federal Republic of Nigeria has again secured another major victory against the British company after appearing before the English High Court Thursday, September 10, 2020, for a scheduled hearing. Recall Nigeria’s application for a time extension and relief... Read More

More victory for Nigeria, P&ID vs Nigeria, The fight against corruption

INEC

September 11, 2020

We should be worried that fire outbreaks in INEC offices are getting too frequent

Elections in Nigeria are usually filled with moments of uncertainty and tension. From the electorate to the candidates, down to the authorities responsible for collating and facilitating the processes involved, there is always the anxiety that elections present. While we have presented ourselves as a democratic nation, our voting processes, however, often come with a... Read More

September 10, 2020

800k in Lagos or 150k in Abuja? All the reasons why you should think well before making a decision

Social media has become a haven for debates that cause actual changes in mindsets. You could learn how not to be stupid on social media, how to stay healthy during a pandemic, or how to be financially literate. The impact of social media has gone from being an entertaining extra to a fully integrated part of... Read More

Deep Dive, Thinking Through

September 10, 2020

Arrest of protesters and journalists over fuel hike is one other reason to discuss Nigeria’s democracy

The government needs to be reminded that peaceful assembly and freedom of the press are constitutional rights of the citizens. In a democratic society, certain rights belong to the citizens irrespective of sex, ethnicity, profession, religion, political affiliation or status. These rights are protected in a functional democratic society anchored on the rule of law.... Read More

Fuel hike protest, Police arrests journalists and protesters in Lagos, Press freedom in Nigeria, Right to peaceful assembly

Laycon

September 10, 2020

They wrapped you, but you didn’t do anything | Laycon’s stirring thread about his father is a lesson for us all

The loss of a loved one brings up emotions we hoped would remain bottled for longer than we imagine. We hardly want to experience losing anything, not to mention a loved one. We, sometimes, even react animatedly when an acquaintance dies and come to understand that we are not as strong as we claim to... Read More

Deep Dive, Editor's Pick

Icon, Laycon, Laycon thread

September 10, 2020

Hold on, is the FG saying it will take 30 more years before Nigeria becomes the giant of Africa?

‘By 2020 Nigeria will be one of the 20 largest economies in the world, able to consolidate its leadership role in Africa and establish itself as a significant player in the global economic no and political arena…’ – Sound familiar? A lot of Nigerians have given up on this dream; long before now. With failed... Read More

Agenda 2050, Buhari, Vision 2020

September 10, 2020

Davido is trending for many reasons, an anticipated new single is just one

Nigeria’s Twitterverse is awash with excitement from fans of Music superstar, David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known by his stage name Davido. Surprisingly, it has nothing to do with his upcoming album, which is scheduled to be released later in the month; on the 18th. The artist teased a single release Wednesday on Instagram Story. The... Read More

Deep Dive, Next Rated

2 female bomber, Davido, FEM

Mr Ibu

September 9, 2020

Mr. Ibu may be ‘old’ but his views about women in marriage should be taken seriously

While the debate on what is considered normal and appropriate as it concerns gender roles in life and in marriage continues, you would agree that changes have taken place, and the debate more informed. But, during such debates, we should never let age be a measure to let derogatory comments pass off as normal. On... Read More

John Okafor, Mr Ibu

September 9, 2020

All we know about Gana, Benue’s alleged most wanted criminal now dead

News making the rounds has it that the Nigerian soldiers have killed Benue’s most wanted criminal, Terwase Akwaza also known as Gana. He was reportedly killed by military operatives Tuesday, following a shootout between him and soldiers in the Gboko LGA in Makurdi. According to Punch, the “Benue Governor, Samuel Ortom, disclosed this on Tuesday... Read More

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Benue's most wanted criminal killed, gana, Terwase Akwaza

September 9, 2020

Buhari approves ₦2.3trn for an economic plan and here’s all you should know about it

Global leveller – COVID-19 – has done more in 2020 than any other killer in the world. If we started a debate on how economies have been affected this year alone, we might fill more pages than an encyclopaedia. For a country like Nigeria, the effects are even more devastating; remembering how many feed from... Read More

September 8, 2020

All we know of the alleged killing of Northerners by IPOB in Rivers State

Ethno-religious conflict is known to be one of the biggest threats to sustainable peace and development in Nigeria. Just recently, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) were reported to have unleashed mayhem on Northerners in Rivers, leaving two dead and two injured. 2 Feared Dead As IPOB Attack Hausa Residents In Rivershttps://t.co/OJuqroVqII pic.twitter.com/R2VnavGUmw — Daily... Read More

IPOB clashes with the Hausa community in Rivers, The truth behind the killings, Two feared dead

pastor ibiyeomie and Daddy Freeze

September 8, 2020

Hot takes from Daddy Freeze’s response to Pastor Ibiyeomie’s threats

Media personality and religious critic, Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Daddy Freeze, is at the centre of social media trends this Tuesday. Freeze had questioned Bishop David Oyedepo‘s teaching on submission, where he admonished women to forever submit themselves to their husbands in marriage and Ibiyeomie had replied in an interesting manner. His response to the... Read More

bishop david oyedepo, daddy freeze, ifedayo olarinde, pastor ibiyeomie

September 8, 2020

For Erica’s GoFundMe, there are lessons but you can’t tell people how to spend their money

On the face of it, we all think we can determine how people spend their money. That’s understandable, given that we think we know the difference between good and bad – what is morally, spiritually, culturally correct and what is not. But there’s something we are all missing. We would want to recall how ‘saying... Read More

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Big Brother Naija, Erica

pastor ibiyeomie and Daddy Freeze

September 7, 2020

The fallout between Daddy Freeze, Oyedepo, Ibiyeomie defines Nigerian pastors in more ways

Religion is either a bane in progressive development or the cause of it; however you want to look at it. And when you realise that Nigerians are highly religious and would do almost anything to validate their faith, your confusion takes a new turn. For the most part, Nigerian Christian faithful grow up to be... Read More

Bishop Oyedepo, daddy freeze, pastor ibiyeomie

September 6, 2020

There’s another pandemic killing Nigerian youth and we are not paying attention

“Suicidal thoughts are a symptom of an underlying problem. Treatment is effective in many cases, but the first step is to ask for help.” – Medical News Today. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Every year close to 800,000 people take their own life and there are many more people who attempt suicide. Every... Read More

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Hanan's wedding, Man suicidal over President Buhari's daughter, Suicide among Nigerian youths

September 5, 2020

All Nigerians will have to pay a price | See all we know about the alleged P&ID scam

Nigeria is reported to have secured a landmark victory against Process and Industrial Developments (P&ID) in its effort to reverse the $9.6 billion judgment awarded against the country. The judgment was delivered Thursday, by Ross Cranston, a judge of the Business and Property Courts of England and Wales, who granted Nigeria’s application for an extension... Read More

Deep Dive, Editor's Pick

Justice, Landmark victory, Nigeria vs P&ID

Solomon Akuma

September 4, 2020

On #FreeSolomonAkuma when does a joke become too extreme against the government?

Social media, for what it’s worth, has given its users a sense of freedom of expression. Social media is like a house with many rooms where people miss their way to their own room – one big house of confusion and calculated chaos. The above is yet again, evident in a fresh Twitter trend where... Read More

FreeSolomonAkuma

September 4, 2020

Is Sowore truly against Okonjo-Iweala’s aspiration to be WTO Director-General?

“Okonjo-Iweala obtained American citizenship in 2019, her spokeswoman told Bloomberg News, after spending most of her career at the World Bank and living in the Washington suburbs.” – Bloomberg It is no news that top Nigerian economist and International Development expert, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is among the strong contenders for the position of Director-General of the... Read More

aliko dangote, ECOWAS, Goodluck Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari, ngozi okonjo iweala, World Bank, World Trade Organisation

September 3, 2020

The video from South Africa should help Nigerian leaders understand what free speech is

Unless we have redefined what a democratic society is, everyone has the right to speak out against certain policies in whatever form or means they choose to, without fear of intimidation. This is called Freedom of Expression in the Nigerian constitution. The right to free speech is a fundamental human right that prohibits government censorship... Read More

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democracy, freedom of expression, south africa

BuhariHasFailed

September 3, 2020

#BuhariHasFailed and all the other reasons #EnoughIsEnough should be louder than this

To think of a time in the future where Nigerians will be at their happiest is like thinking of the possibility of Utopia. From one passing government to the next, the story is very similar – ‘We will surprise Nigerians with good deeds‘. In the end, Nigerians get the surprise but the opposite of what... Read More

#EnoughisEnough, Buhari

September 3, 2020

#NorthernProjects: With a backlog of failed campaign promises, what is the hope of the common man in Nigeria?

Change is a constant phenomenon in any democratic dispensation. From change of governments, to change of approach to developmental strides – and now, change of the concept, ‘politics’ to ‘politricking’ in Nigeria, especially when we remember how Nigerian politicians promise a utopian society and deliver the exact opposite once they get into the position. This... Read More

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#NorthernProjects, killings in Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari

Edo State 2020

September 3, 2020

#EdoDecides: The Oba of Benin preaches peace but will Obaseki and Oshiomhole listen?

It’s 16 days to the Edo Governorship election and Nigerians have mixed feelings on how it will turn out, considering the recent spate of violence during off-season elections in Nigeria; Kogi and Bayelsa. The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II Wednesday, admonished politicians in the state, particularly the governorship candidates of the People’s Democratic Party... Read More

APC, Edo State Election, Ize-Iyamu, oba of benin, Obaseki, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, PDP

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