El-nathan John, author of the best-selling fiction ‘Born On A Tuesday’, once said that the greatest disservice anyone can do to himself as a Nigerian is to be poor. He was right; the survival kit in Nigeria is not filled with patriotism, truthfulness and being forthright. You don’t have to be peace-loving or enthusiastic about... Read More

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Adekoya Boladale, Buhari, herdsmen, opinion

March 15, 2015

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Opinion: This is for the soldiers who die so that we can live

by Adekoya Boladale There is a general saying, that as humans we are less appreciative of the science involved in having a peaceful sleep and waking up peacefully everyday. Most people in religious parlance holds that the chemistry behind it is more of divine intervention. Atheists on the other hand are of the view that this... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, boko haram, Nigerian Army, terrorism

November 22, 2014

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@Adekoyabee: Very soon, #Nigeria will be dead

by Adekoya Boladale In a few months time, Africa most populous nation, Nigeria will be heading to the polls to elect its political representatives in an electoral exercise that has been predicted to be the fiercest yet political battle in the history of the country and a great decider to the unity and continuous existence... Read More

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November 5, 2014

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@adekoyabee: This is why we must applaud @PoliceNG for withdrawing @SpeakerTambuwal’s security

by Adekoya Boladale The news on the defection of the outgoing speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Aminu Tambuwal from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressive Congress (APC) has become a matter of national disciurse in the past few days, with analysts and commentators jumping in to share a piece of... Read More

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October 25, 2014

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@adekoyabee: Aso Rock is waiting to be stolen

by Boladale Adekoya With the recent declaration of President Jonathan to run for a second term, the political atmosphere of Nigeria is now fully charged. While the major opposition party continues the foot dragging on who to present against the president come 2015, it is important to say that the 2015 race maybe the fiercest... Read More

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October 15, 2014

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@Adekoyabee: Why the North deserves no pity

by Adekoya Boladale I have often been questioned at various fora for my views on the 2015 presidential election in Nigeria and now widely acknowledged zoning to the Northern part of the country. Most times I have shied away from discussing ethnic based issues as such moves always leave one with an identity of bigotry... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, boko haram, northenr nigeria, opinion, rankadede, ynaija

September 14, 2014

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Opinion: Let us talk about suicide

by Adekoya Boladale Growing up as a nine year old boy with a single parent is extremely challenging especially with all the frustrations our society offers. The thought of committing suicide had often crossed my mind, not once, not twice, and not even thrice! There was an occasion I had summoned courage to do the... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, opiniion, selfish, suicide, ynaija

August 25, 2014

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Adekoya Boladale: The CBN’s N65 ATM charge is madness

by Adekoya Boladale Few months ago, myself and numerous other writers who were not privileged to grace the sacred meeting where the ‘suspension’ of the then Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mallam (as at then was) Sanusi Lamido Sanusi was discussed postulated some factors as being the motive behind his unceremonious disengagement. Today... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, atm, CBN, economy, Emefiele, ynaija

August 12, 2014

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Adekoya Boladale: Forget rice, Aregbesola’s ‘odourless fufu’ is the next big thing

by Adekoya Boladale While the political parties struggled to outshine each other in sharing of emergency ‘social welfare’ packages such as Rice, Odourless Fufu and even Kerosene, the following factors played significant roles in determining the choice of the people. Around the streets of Osogbo, Modakeke, Ife, Ede and even far away in Bourdillonian Circus,... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, Aregbesola, Odourless fufu, opinion, Osun State, PDP, ynaija

August 6, 2014

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Adekoya Boladale: How the spread of Ebola was caused by African countries

by Adekoya Boladale The successful outbreak and spread of Ebola today is a result of the nonchalant, selfish and aloof behavior of African countries to one another. Today I write in fear, like every other residents of the only black continent in the world. Our world is ravaged by a dreadful holocaust and our existence... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, African countries, Ebola outbreak, opinion, ynaija

July 19, 2014

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Adekoya Boladale: Can the National Assembly impeach Mr. President now?

by Adekoya Boladale The National Assembly most especially the House of Representatives must tap into the rave of the moment and this new found fond of checks and balances to immediately begin the process of impeachment of the President Call it whatever you want; Impunity, oppression, machiavellinic, witch-hunting, unfair, bias. The event of Tuesday, July... Read More

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June 23, 2014

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Analysis: Ogun 2015 – The betrayed, the deceived and the third force

by Adekoya Boladale Unfortunately their hopes were dashed when the Governor got into office and decided for reason best known to him to bring in only family, friends and anointed individuals from Lagos to work with and for him. Since the past few months, the media has been dominated with reports of decamping, intra party... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, betrayed, bourdillon, decieved, Ibikunle Amosun, ogun 2015, opinion, ynaija

May 19, 2014

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Opinion: Chibok visit – In defence of Pres. Jonathan

by Adekoya Boladale Though it is not clear who within the president’s security detail betrayed the sworn oath of secrecy, but events in the past few days has pointed out clearly that no individual in any of the security forces can be trusted, not even the Strike Force. On Wednesday 6th of April 1994, around... Read More

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May 9, 2014

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Opinion: The bleeding rocks in Ogun State

by Adekoya Boladale The government of Senator Ibikunle Amosun is far from the people. Roads and bridges are good sight but none, not one has ever added a meat to the plate of the masses. When the rock bleeds, a volcano is near. When Adesola (not real name) gained admission to study Accounting at Olabisi... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, Ibikunle Amosun, Ogun State, opinion, the bleeding rocks, ynaija

May 9, 2014

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Opinion: What does the US stand to gain from Boko Haram?

by Adekoya Boladale Boko Haram, a small group of young men who were just members of a community pressure group, never attended defense academy in Sandhurst or Zaria have suddenly metamorphosied into our Achilles heels. Most people who desire happiness and life of bliss in Africa have over the years chosen Nigeria as a... Read More

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May 5, 2014

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Opinion: The lost maidens of Chibok cry out in pain (Poetry)

by Adekoya Boladale The monsters appeared as guards of the Kings In the royal robe of leaves and dust we greeted them with smile Our souls were filled with comfort for the King has made true his words. We have read scripts and heard folk tales of Angels and beasts We have read Psalms and... Read More

#BringBackOurGirls, Adekoya Boladale, chbok, chibok, lost madiens, opinion, poem, ynaija

February 28, 2014

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Opinion: Sunset at noon for Yobe victims (Poetry)

by Adekoya Boladale Who dare whisper to these ones that the night guard went on recess? Who is manly enough to tell them the King was cruising in the bosom of his beloved when evil came? They said the guards fled They said they fought but were too weak. Sorrow feels the heart when hopes... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, fled, fought, guards, opinion, peace, poem, princess, rest, ynaija

February 24, 2014

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Opinion: Wait, was Pastor Adeboye one of those who got Sanusi suspended?

by Adekoya Boladale Mallam Sanusi’s verbal diarrhoea manifested recently at the annual TEDX Talk in Abuja where he accused the General Overseer of the Redeemed Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye of aiding corruption and defending rogues like Erasmus Akingbola who was accused of siphoningdepositors’ funds and influencing stock fraud. In a palace coup reminiscent... Read More

Adekoya Boladale, CBN, diezani madwueke, IMF, Ngozi Okojo-Iweala, opinion, Pastor Adeboye, President Goodluck Jonathan, sanusi lamido sanuis, suspend, World Bank, ynaija

December 17, 2013

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Opinion: Obasanjo possessed by Mandela’s spirit

by Adekoya Boladale Finally, it is disturbing seeing Obasanjo render advice on good governance to the presidency when he once had the opportunity to hold that sacred position but he neglected the course of integrity and transparency. Within the last few days I have read various opinions and commentaries on how dearly and urgently our... Read More

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July 13, 2013

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Opinion: Mr. President, worry about others who will also rot in hell

by Adekoya Boladale Every step the presidency has taken to eradicate these insurgents has continued to make mockery of the political and social institution of our country. Few days ago I woke up to a very disturbing news; one of the ‘usual’ that has characterized our social, political and economic lives. Forty two young promising school children... Read More

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Opinion: Herdsmen, Licensed to kill

Opinion: This is for the soldiers who die so that we can live

@Adekoyabee: Very soon, #Nigeria will be dead

@adekoyabee: This is why we must applaud @PoliceNG for withdrawing @SpeakerTambuwal’s security

@adekoyabee: Aso Rock is waiting to be stolen

@Adekoyabee: Why the North deserves no pity

Opinion: Let us talk about suicide

Adekoya Boladale: The CBN’s N65 ATM charge is madness

Adekoya Boladale: Forget rice, Aregbesola’s ‘odourless fufu’ is the next big thing

Adekoya Boladale: How the spread of Ebola was caused by African countries

Adekoya Boladale: Can the National Assembly impeach Mr. President now?

Analysis: Ogun 2015 – The betrayed, the deceived and the third force

Opinion: Chibok visit – In defence of Pres. Jonathan

Opinion: The bleeding rocks in Ogun State

Opinion: What does the US stand to gain from Boko Haram?

Opinion: The lost maidens of Chibok cry out in pain (Poetry)

Opinion: Sunset at noon for Yobe victims (Poetry)

Opinion: Wait, was Pastor Adeboye one of those who got Sanusi suspended?

Opinion: Obasanjo possessed by Mandela’s spirit

Opinion: Mr. President, worry about others who will also rot in hell

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