Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary will unfold next week with flamboyant military parades, erudite national lectures and cultural shindigs in Abuja. Respective state governments will also enact similar roadshows in their different state capitals to celebrate this great nation. We surmise that it’s a worthy opportunity to herald the good and wonderful things that have kept…
When home becomes a place you love from afar and grieve from even farther. There are some calls that make your heart pause.The 2am WhatsApp ring.The voice note that begins with, “Don’t panic, but…”The cousin’s name that flashes on your screen after months of silence. And just like that, you remember you’re not nearby.You’re not…
A Journey to Authoritarian Democracy. Please permit me to begin this week’s Egogonews Roundup with two quotes that I have always cherished. Thomas Paine, (1737-1809): “He that would make his own liberty secure must guard even his enemy from oppression, for if he violates his duty, he establishes a precedent that will reach to himself.”…
Why Nigerian Football Needs Proven Leadership—Not Ex-Players One of the most persistent myths in Nigerian football is the belief that former players are best suited to lead the game’s future. This idea has survived for far too long. The truth is clear: playing skill does not translate into effective football administration. As the Nigerian Football…
Since the world became a global village life has become more complex and anonymous. The advent of technology, social media, smart phones, 24/7 television channels, streaming giants have created more buzz, fun and voyeurism. Today anyone with data and a smartphone can gain access to the high and mighty. They can claim familiarity with Royalty,…
Who killed Charlie Kirk? Who was Charlie Kirk? What did Charlie Kirk stand for? It appears the killer is now known.He is a 22-year old white male.His name is Tyler Robinson.His father was a Sheriff.A Republican.His father trained him to be a sniper from the age of 6.His family gave him up as soon as…
In Nigeria, “charge and bail lawyers” are legal professionals who specialize in providing rapid assistance to individuals who have been arrested or charged with crimes, typically in lower courts or at police stations. Their services include arranging bail for detainees, offering guidance during arrests and questioning, and helping clients maneuver the intricacies of the criminal…
Femi Otedola, billionaire business mogul has been busy in the last few weeks. He released his autobiography, which is making waves and selling fast. He gave his last daughter away in marriage in 3 countries. From the exotic and demure pictures released after the ceremonies in Dubai, Iceland and Monaco, it was a classy bash…
The National Senior Citizens Day is celebrated worldwide on August 21st of every year. Technically we’re still in the throes of celebrating the life and times of people aged 60 and above.In Western nations, seniors are reverred. They are accorded enormous welfare and social benefits. There are special concessions/discounts in shops, airports, transport hubs and…
Ordinarily, these two featured terms here may be regarded as polar opposites. It would appear that you cannot possibly exercise power as President in a unitary executive environment, yet have your power curbed in any circumstance whatsoever. Now, here’s the issue at stake in Trump’s America. Nothing appears to be off limits. Trump just fired…
