Last week, we started the year with a call to redefine success, urging Nigerians both at home and abroad to craft their personal narrative for 2025. But ambition without a roadmap is just wishful thinking. This week, we continue the conversation with a practical guide—a blueprint, if you will—for turning those big dreams into tangible…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of six soldiers during a recent terrorist attack on a military base in Sabon Gida, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack, which took place on January 4, 2025, was carried out by fighters from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP),…
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has embarked on his annual diplomatic tour of Africa, commencing a visit that will span from January 13 to 18, 2025. This year, Wang’s itinerary includes stops in Egypt, Tunisia, Togo, and Cote d’Ivoire, reflecting China’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its relationships with African nations. A Tradition of Engagement Wang…
In a significant political development, prominent northern politicians led by former Kano State Governor Ibrahim Shekarau and political activist Dr. Umar Ardo have officially transformed the League of Northern Democrats (LND) into a political party. This move aims to unify northern Nigeria’s political landscape and address pressing socio-economic challenges facing the region. Formation of the…
The Nigerian social scene is mourning the loss of Princess Khadijat Abike Adebisi Edionseri, widely known as Cash Madam, who passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 89. Her family announced her death following a brief illness, describing her as a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was marked by grace,…
I gave my life to Christ in February, 1986. Like everything new, one began to grow, trying to understand issues like speaking in tongues; matters about healing; why Jesus did not fight back against his detractors; why the Prophet Hosea was asked to take back his wife who had been involved in prostitution; why Jesus…
A fair skinned boy was born into a modest household in the valley of Ozenyen, Ohordua in present day Esan South East Local Government of Edo State circa 1915. He was named David Omozokpia Ovienmhada. His mother whom they called Oboh, a name which in my language means—Native doctor, probably because she was very skilled…
The year 2025 is here, and it’s time to bring on the ubiquitous New Year resolutions of draconian rules, and regulations which are usually jettisoned after a few weeks. As someone who has been around for a while, I want to advise that you pause the button on resolutions to breathe, and take things slowly…
The New Year brings with it a familiar rhythm—a moment to reset, recalibrate, and dream big. For Nigerians, whether at home or abroad, the concept of success is both deeply personal and undeniably communal. It’s about achieving milestones that make our families proud, fulfilling the expectations of those who believe in us, and honoring the…
Detty December, the month-long rave that turns Nigeria into a global party hotspot, has morphed into more than just a festive tradition. It’s a cultural and economic phenomenon. What started as post-pandemic revelry is now a potent force driving global cultural exchange and economic activity. Even amid a depreciated naira, record inflation, and a challenging…
