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What makes the Yorubas tick (9), By Sunday Adelaja

Nigeria, June 8 -- How to Gain Access into the Yoruba Elite Circle of Influence I've received so many calls and messages saying these articles should be turned into a book, especially for the benefit... Read More


2027: Dele Momodu lobbies ADC to consider him as Atiku's running mate

Nigeria, June 8 -- Veteran journalist and former presidential aspirant, Dele Momodu, has urged the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to nominate him as the running mate to the party'... Read More


Should Jonathan run (away)?, By Wole Olaoye

Nigeria, June 8 -- If Dr Goodluck Jonathan were my brother, I would find a quiet place to have a heart-to-heart fraternal talk with him. Don't Run "My dear brother, God has been so kind to you that ... Read More


FIFA World Cup 2026: Durable themes in troubled times, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

Nigeria, June 8 -- When the FIFA World Cup kicks off on 11 June, Nigeria will be on the menu but not as a competitor. Nigerian musician, Burna Boy, will headline the opening ceremony in a duet with Co... Read More


Resident doctors declare industrial dispute, give FG 21-day ultimatum

Nigeria, June 8 -- The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared an industrial dispute with the federal government and issued a 21-day ultimatum over unresolved welfare, remuneratio... Read More


From Marafan to Marafan, By Femi Fani-Kayode

Nigeria, June 8 -- One of the greatest leaders, elder statesmen and politicians that Nigeria ever had was Alhaji Umaru Shinkafi (OFR), the Marafan Sokoto. He was a respected lawyer and a highly accla... Read More


Three days to the World Cup: Meet the only nation with three world titles

Nigeria, June 8 -- As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup enters its final three days, attention naturally turns to the teams expected to challenge for football's biggest prize. Among them stand... Read More


Iwobi ready for landmark 100th cap as Nigeria take on Portugal

Nigeria, June 8 -- Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi is on the verge of joining one of the most exclusive groups in Nigerian football history as he prepares to make his 100th appearance for the natio... Read More


Oyo govt demolishes building linked to abduction of Adelabu's sister, sons

Nigeria, June 8 -- The Oyo State Government has demolished a building used as a kidnappers' hideout at Lakoun, Ayegun-Olojuoro Road in Ibadan, days after security operatives rescued Busayo John-Paul, ... Read More


Lawyer alleges illegal detention, torture, N180,000 bail extortion by police

Nigeria, June 8 -- A lawyer, Wisdom Chude, has alleged widespread human rights abuses at the Octopus Unit of the Nigeria Police Force's C4i Department in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, including unlawfu... Read More