What is the difference between the pronunciations of ‘contest’ and ‘context’? Yes, I want you to tell me the difference. Not only that, you should pronounce the two words to …
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Go after terror sponsors
THE statement by the Chief of Defence Staff during this year’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day has deepened the mystery surrounding Nigeria’s counterinsurgency war. On January 15, a day set aside …
Read More »Beyond mourning tanker explosion victims
SATURDAY’S tanker explosion at Dikko, Gurara LGA, Niger State, which claimed 98 lives is another grievous reminder of how the Nigerian government has repeatedly failed its citizens. Scores of people …
Read More »Not surprised to see Nigerians sneer at California wildfires
If you asked Nigerians, they would say emphatically that Nigerians are holier than citizens of Western countries. That was why many sneered that the California wildfires were a sign of …
Read More »Making sense of speaker Obasa’s plight
When Governor Sanwo-Olu was to constitute a cabinet for his second term around August-September 2023, the Lagos House of Assembly, the official clearing house for such matters, opted to give …
Read More »Kaduna peace dialogue and danger of negotiating with terrorists
The decision by the Kaduna State government to negotiate a peace deal with terrorists that have virtually taken over five local government areas of the state as well as render …
Read More »America’s king: A biblical perspective on Trump’s presidency
Donald John Trump, businessman, media personality, and in recent times, politician, will be installed as the 47th president of the United States of America on Monday, January 20, 2025. The post America’s …
Read More »Presidential monologue – Part 51
Good morning, Mr President. I address the creeping politicisation of religion in the South-west of Nigeria. Two related incidents triggered my alarm bells, and I have been wondering ever since …
Read More »Tax reform bills and economic outlook for 2025
The year 2024 has been flogged to death! With 2025 now underway, it’s clear that this year will be crucial for Nigeria and Nigerians. The post Tax reform bills and …
Read More »Tripartite imperative for critical thinking in schools
A critical thinking workshop held at De-Merry Hills Schools in Ogun State last year stood out because it highlighted three parties essential for critical thinking programmes in schools. The post …
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