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AYINLA OMOWURA; CELEBRATION, RISING FAME OF LATE APALA MAESTRO
Thirty-eight years after, Ayinla Omowura, (a.k.a. Alhaji Costly and Egunmagaji ) lives on
Ayo Adebanjo: A life of uncompromising principles
As Nigeria prepares to lay to rest one of its most illustrious sons, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, on May 3, 2025, the nation mourns not just a man but an institution
JAMB Controversy: Reflection on Nigeria’s Culture of Misinformation, Selective Outrage
A recent viral video sparked outrage across Nigeria, with a woman accusing the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) of scheduling an examination for 6:30am
WHEN THE PEN STOPS MOVING!
He didn’t just issue statements. He carved opinions. He defined responses. He stood where many would have swayed.
Passage of 'Tunde Oladunjoye
Announcement of the Passing of Alhaji Abdulraheem Olatunde Ayinde Oladunjoye It is with deep sorrow and total submission to the divine will of Almighty Allah ...
CATO: HOW NOT TO SAY GOODBYE
On the 24th of February, 2025, you informed me that you had been on admission for five days at the Babcock University Teaching Hospital in Illishan, Ogun State
CATO, Good Night!
The following day, rumour filtered in that you have passed away. A senior colleague ringed me on phone, trying to confirm the authenticity of the spreading story
TASUED Takeover: A Rescue or a Missed Opportunity for Ogun State?
The recent takeover of the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) by the Federal Government has sparked mixed reactions
Segun Adeleye: A friend gone without a hint!
The death, on Wednesday 12th, March 2025, at 58, of Segun Alani Adeleye, has robbed members of my generation of a professional, fine journalist, a prolific writer and a kindhearted fellow
Goodnight Segun Adeleye!
Your death has 'Reset My Brain' For Good
"God has ways of making orphan - children fulfil destiny"
I believe God is always standing by them to go through the torrents, waves and tortures of every weather, to energise them, to stand strong in all ramifications.
Oba Ogunleye : Transition Of A Titan
Awaiye and Olooshii compounds in Abeokuta, south-west Nigeria to the very heights of international journalism and public relations practice.
THIS EMPTY LIFE!
This is what is going to happen to you, I and all of us who spend day and night worrying and bothering about this empty dream called life.
Ogun 2027: Who Is Afraid Of Senator Adeola Yayi Running?
Giving that implicit conclusion of Adisa and his backers, one is just left to correct some of the befuddlement of Adisa on germane issues that he raised in his uncalled-for hasty pontification.
OSOBA AT 85: PROGRESSIVE POLITICS FROM AG TO APC
Progressives, being a class of politicians that believe that power belongs to the people, can be social democrats, labour and other forms of progressives’ derivatives.
Osoba: Ode To A Quintessential Newspaperman And Statesman At 85
His coverage of the Nigeria civil war and editorship of Daily Times, then Nigeria’s most authoritative newspaper, solidified his reputation as a seasoned reporter.
Happy 90th birthday WS, my Dad’s true friend
I remember in 1967, when my youngest brother, Muyiwa was born, my dad insisted that Uncle Wole would be his godfather.
Kongi at 90!
Now, take a closer look. Strip that bucket hat and you will behold, in its luxuriant bloom, that familiar hoary mane complemented by no less immaculate goatee ...
Death, Iku
On that bright morning on October 31, 2013, the forever young and robustly energetic lady asked for a special breakfast of moinmoin and ogi.
"There's no one like MKO Abiola" By Kunle Solaja
Not many deeply involved in business and political activities have the kind of devotion that Abiola had for sports. He lived in virtually everyone’s lives until a adventure into politics cut short his life.
"To God be the Glory for great things He hath done"
Your Excellency, sir, permit me this outburst of gratitude to your esteem person publicly. Reason, I am overwhelmed with joy and thanksgivings. Thank you sir.
BIQ: TRIBUTE TO A FALLEN COLLEAGUE
He was equally appointed by Governor Sanwo Olu into a committee that handled the rehabilitation of dilapidated schools in Lagos State.
Before "Urban Renewal" turns land grabbing in Egbaland
We wish to clarity that this open letter is not, and should never be taken as a personal attack on the person of Prince Dapo Abiodun, CFR.
Daniel: Opportunism and half-hearted support for Tinubu
Gbenga Daniel, the highly controversial former governor of Ogun State, is in the news again; having set his attack dogs at me.
When Yewa talked for the 8th time in a series
So, to address the challenges and savour the potent and latent opportunities, these knitted sub-ethnic group converged on the Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos to dissect their concerns to evolve agreed action for common solutions.
ORISA IJEBU AT 90!
Alayeluwa Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba Agbotewole ll, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland is not an ordinary man.
2024 PR WEEK: REVING UP VALUE OF PUBLIC RELATIONS
The profession of Public Relations has a rich pedigree in Nigeria, having started under the umbrella of the collective known as Public Relations Association of Nigeria (PRA) in 1963.
Afenifere will not abandon you in fair or foul weather, Fasoranti tells Tinubu
Remarks by Chief Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, OFR, the Leader of Afenifere and Asiwaju Yoruba, during the curtesy call on His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday April 17, 2024.
LISABI IS FOR ALL!
We must constantly recall the rationale behind the even. Lisabi was the great warrior who led the Egba war of liberation against the empire of Alaafin of Oyo.
Solanke: The multi-talented storyteller
He was blessed with a golden voice that worked like a magic touch on any tune. His body was flexible, with rhythmic bones that interpreted music easily with dance.
MAPOLY: An accomplished vision @ 45!
The polytechnic model is hands-on and industry-responsive. They are fertile grounds to nurture graduates with technical and technological skills that are beneficial to societal development.
Why speakership position should remain in Ifo for political balancing
It has been widely reported by almost all major newsletters and blogs, including radios and televisions across the country.
I was to be sacrificed for money making rituals - Akinola, turns 80
The unfortunate situation forced the young Agoba; Abeokuta-born boy out of school!.
As supreme court draws final curtain on Ogun 2023 governorship election
I will be failing if I do not thank your beloved father Odole Adebukola Kessington Adebutu, what a man, what an elder, what a father, besides his huge war chest...
Think Pelican Ecostay Apartments Now. As new industries berth along Abeokuta-Sagamu interchange corridor
This has begun has multiple factories are established within 36 kilometres interchange corridor.
Going greener in 2024 by adopting green new year resolutions
Entering a new year is like starting the journey of life on a new page.
Rethinking the Nigerian State!
On this final day of 2023, we must tell ourselves the truth if Nigeria, as we know it, is to survive
I mourn my fearless brother, Rotimi Akeredolu - Tinubu
It is a difficult task to have to pen a tribute and sing a dirge for a departing soul.
It's so painful I couldn't attend Iyalode Lawson's Funeral
No thanks to resumption of sabbatical leave in a university that is miles away from Abeokuta.
Osoba, Ajasin And Reporters Of Death
It was akin to waiting for history and journalism entrapped in the personage of a single individual
Iyalode Alaba Lawson: Exit of a woman like a man!
Longevity is good but not how long but how well one lived on earth. What Iyalode achieved at 72 may be worthy of note than what some achieved at 92
IYALODE ALABA LAWSON AS A METAPHORICAL "SIKIRINMIDIN" ...A LEAF WITH DISTINCTIVE AURA
'Sikirinmidin' is a special leaf that is reputed for its naturally endowed aura of drawing people closer to it for good and favour.
Dr. Soleye, My Mentor Is 90!
In my house on 1st January 2023.. You gather with us and spoke about an Accountant who turned to a Lawyer.
Overradioed: A tale of overproliferation of FM stations in Nigeria
The event was indeed colorful as it commanded the presence of General Managers of radio stations, ace broadcasters, reputable journalists, professors and veterans of the craft.
A Nation Of Idiots
And that stupid sting had stayed with us ever since. I mean ever since some stupid men imposed some stupid men on all the stupid people of this country in 1979.
Soun Of Ogbomoso Chieftaincy: How Executive Lawlessness Worked Against Ghandi
To act contrary to the provisions of the constitution will not, if properly brought to the notice of the court, be condoned but such an act will invite the proper sanctions and reliefs.
Senator Akpabio's swan song
He caught a pitiful picture within the first week of his assumption of office as number three citizen with a reckless and annoying gaffe which sent shock waves across the nation.
Tinubu, Atiku, Obi and theory of Whataboutism!
In Yoruba parlance, it is called " curing a lesser disease when the other big disease is festering and life threatening. " Fete sile pa lapalapa.
Guaranty Trust Bank And Disrespect For The Elderly Customers
I have been banking with GTB for more than twenty-five years and I can say with every confidence that I am credit worthy
At 35 in the writing craft ...The ideal journalist as artist and missionary
Every artist who excels does so in the expression of his self. So true journalists are artists.
Let's save Aremo Taiwo Allimi's life
A star of Taiwo Allimi’s calibre must not be allowed to dim so soon, as his brain is still needed to re-jig the broadcast industry.
Tinubu's certificate, open society and its enemies
Who is the man who today sits atop the presidency of Nigeria? What is his name? Who are his parents? Who are his childhood friends? What was his childhood like? What primary school did he attend? Where did he attend secondary school? Or, the university? Is he a criminal? Is he a serial forger?
Gbadebo, Laoye and The Journey of The Continuum
It was not surprising that the people of Egbaland rolled out the drums to celebrate His Majesty, Oba Aremu Gbadebo, the Alake of Egbaland, when he marked his 80th birthday on September 14.
"Skill acquisition, entrepreneurship way out of social vices among Nigerian youths"
With the skills you have acquired you would be able to create personal wealth through personal businesses because personal businesses are undoubtedly the gateways to genuine wealth.
Tribute To Intellectual Icon And Political Enigma
Today marks the 20th memorial anniversary of the late Professor Emmanuel Afolabi Atanda Olabimtan. Precisely, on August 27, 2003, our revered patriarch completed his earthly sojourn and departed to his present glorious home above.