Tinubu’s dilemma: Insecurity and political distractions

By Tonnie Iredia The threat by US President Donald Trump of attacking Nigeria if its government allows a continuation of what he called the persecution of Christians has remained the matter of the moment since it was made last week. Almost every segment of the Nigerian population has had its say on the subject and […]

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Christian genocide: PFN, Islamic council in verbal crossfire

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, on Sunday, dismissed the allegation of Christian genocide in Nigeria, describing it as false, dangerous, and politically motivated. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, the NSCIA’s Secretary-General, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, accused the Western media and political figures of trumpeting the allegation of Christian genocide as part of […]

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Navigating Power Dynamics: The Significance of International Cooperation to Trump’s Gunboat Diplomacy in Nigeria

A Persuasive Reflection By Olukayode Ajulo Gunboat diplomacy evokes powerful imagery of naval strength and military might, representing a historical practice where nations pursue foreign policy objectives through the threat of force. This method has been wielded to assert dominance, safeguard economic interests, and manipulate political outcomes in distant lands, often reflecting a complex interplay […]

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Nigeria’s first methanol, fertilizer production plant near completion in Ondo

Nigeria’s first methanol and fertilizer production plant will soon be ready for commissioning in Ondo State. The project, being embarked upon by the Ondo State Government in Ore, has been described as a massive industrial investment with immense potential for national economic growth. During his inspection visit to the project, Minister of State for Petroleum […]

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Civil Societies Coalition calls for urgent dialogue to end Osun Judiciary strike

By John Dike, Osogbo Osun Civil Societies Coalition (OCSC) has expressed deep concern over the prolonged industrial action by the state’s chapter of Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), which has crippled court activities across the state since September 19 this year. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Comrade Dr. Waheed Lawal, the Coalition […]

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APC aspirant Oyebamiji dissociates self from Ikire killing

PDP demands police investigation By John Dike, Osogbo A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, has dissociated himself from the recent killing of a person at Ikire, in Irewole Local Government Area of the state. He did this through the Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO) Movement, which […]

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Osun PDP raises alarm as one dies in Ikire violence

fingers APC guber aspirant’s supporter as mastermind demands security cover for embattled community By John Dike,Osogbo The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State has expressed deep concern over the renewed wave of violence in Ikire, culminating in the killing on Saturday of a young resident, Adesile Seebu. It described the incident as a painful […]

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