The tragedy of commons in Osun
By Ismail Omipidan I have read and carried out extensive research on issues in the last 23 months than I have done in over three decades. And as I read, I come across issues and contents that perfectly fit our…
Opinion
Recreating Nigeria to avert collapse
By Michael Owhoko, Ph.D Root cause of Nigeria’s problem is, unarguably, an inappropriate system of government. Bad governance, poor economy, insecurity and corruption are just offshoots. It is absurd to pool people characterised by ethnic nationalism with diverse regional allegiance,…
Aregbesola’s “love letter” to President Tinubu
By Bola Bolawole Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola — remember him? I would not have needed to ask this sort of “foolish question,” as it were, but for the fact that, in this our obodo Nigeria, yesterday’s men of power and…
Tribute to NIWA’s helmsman on his birthday anniversary
By Ismail Omipidan Bola Oyebamiji is a noble man by all standards. Humble. Generous. Hardworking. He is one individual whose love and compassion for community and the less privileged in the society is unrivalled. My close relationship with him in…
Of Masters Energy Group, detractors and the Nigerian economy
By Tony Iji Dr. Sampson Uche Ogah, president/founder of Masters Energy Group, is one of Nigeria’s leading, patriotic, visionary, and risk-tolerant entrepreneurs today. Since leaving office as Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development in 2022, the former senior…
Osun: Dancing on the grave of Lagbaja and the unroyal gaffe
By Ismail Omipidan Last Thursday afternoon, at about noon, I saw a statement from Osun State Government, signed by its loquacious spokesman, Hon. Kolapo Alimi, announcing a 3-day mourning period for the late illustrious son of Osun, the late Chief…
Dangote Refinery: Finally, a solution Nigeria can’t import!
By Abiodun Alade If there’s one burning question on the minds of Nigerians these days, it’s this: why are we paying between N1,000 and N1,500 for a litre of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS)? Sadly, the very people who should be…
Governor Obaseki’s legacy of service
By Elvis Eromosele As Governor Godwin Obaseki prepares to step aside and hand over the reins of leadership, I find myself reflecting on the past eight years with a changed perspective. I have always been cautious about businessmen entering politics,…
Obaseki’s legacy of transformation in Edo
As the sun sets on Governor Godwin Obaseki’s tenure in Edo State, it is essential to reflect on the remarkable progress made during his two terms of eight years in office. From infrastructure and healthcare to agriculture, civil service reforms…
Tax Reform Bill: Revealing the hidden facts
By Arabinrin Aderonke Let’s be honest: For years, Nigeria’s tax system has been a source of frustration, confusion, and sometimes even unfairness. Whether you’re a small business owner fighting to keep your business going or a worker frustrated by the…