Wike Is An Unruly Bull In A China Shop

A former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uche Secondus, has stated that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is the biggest threat to democracy in Nigeria. Secondus argued that Wike’s unchecked excesses is capable of truncating the nation’s democracy. He stated this while reacting to last Saturday’s local…

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Don cautions against African identity loss

Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Prof Olumuyiwa Popoola, has described the rise of Artificial Intelligence as a promising instrument for revitalising endangered African languages. However, he cautioned that efforts are essential to safeguard against the erosion of the essence of African cultural identities. Popoola said this in a lecture he delivered at the…

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Why I Prefer Traditional Worship To Christianity, Islam — Wole Soyinka

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has shared his preference for traditional Orisa worship over Christianity and Islam, citing a deeper personal connection and the non-violent nature of African spirituality. In a recent interview with CNN’s Larry Madowo, Soyinka expressed that his faith in Orisa worship resonates more profoundly with him compared to the faith practices…

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Imo teacher nabbed for alleged abuse of 12-year-old stepdaughter

The Imo State Police Command has arrested a secondary school teacher, Blessing Emmanuel, for allegedly abusing her 12-year-old stepdaughter, Amarachi. The arrest took place on Tuesday following a complaint lodged by Owerri-based activist journalist Chidiebube Okeoma at the Owerri Area Command headquarters. The plight of the victim came to Okeoma’s attention when two local women,…

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