Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE It is a settled fact that Anthony Eromosele Enahoro (July 22, 1923 – December 15, 2010) was an outstanding product of Nigeria’s pre-independence era. Enahoro moved one of the motions for independence and there’s a lot for us to look at in the context of the …
Read More »IGP Egbetokun’s Leadership Style: Exhibiting Expertise In Police Recruitment and Conflict Management
Opinion: BY OMOOBA OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI The efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force, which happens to be the lead security agency in internal security, to combat increased rate of crimes and criminality across the length and breadth of Nigeria has over time been undermined by persistent shortage of manpower. With a …
Read More »Tinubu and The Rhythm Of Restructuring
Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE President Bola Tinubu’s recent announcement to unbundle the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, Kaduna State, into six geo-political zones is an important landmark in Nigeria’s journey towards true federalism and regionalism, which lies not in the constitutional or institutional structure, but in the society …
Read More »Lessons From Ghana
Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE# Nigeria’s self-proclaimed status as the ‘Giant of Africa’ is being questioned once again, and a recent example from Ghana highlights this reality. The ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Ghana conceded defeat even before the polls closed, showcasing a level of democratic maturity. This incident serves …
Read More »A Tragedy and Travesty: GT Bank Vs. Journalism
Opinion: BY ABIODUN BAIYEWU Global Rights is appalled by the travesty of justice and calls for an end to the intimidation and continued detention of four journalists: Olurotimi Olawale, Precious Eze Chukwunonso, Roland Olonishuwa, and Seun Odunlami, noting that they have unjustly remained “wards” of the Nigerian criminal justice system …
Read More »A Tribute To ‘Cash Madam’, Princess Khadijat Adebisi Abike Edionseri (Nee Elegbede)
BY LUKEMON OWOLABI Twice, Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey got it wrong but correcting his mistake became unnecessary as it gave a new meaning to exploits of the quintessential woman of all times. ‘Board Members’ was one of Ebenezer Obey’s classic albums, it was released in 1972 when the Lagos social …
Read More »2025: Prayers, Hopes And Dreams
Opinion:# BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE At last, we survived the Year 2024! For that, we give thanks to God! Not unexpectedly, the Year 2024 was marked by complexities and contradictions. On the one hand, social movements and activism gained momentum, shedding light on the shape and size of pressing issues like …
Read More »Kemi Badenoch: Nigeria And Bolekaja Diplomacy; Let Kemi Adegoke-Badenoch Breathe, Please.
Opinion: BY LANRE OGUNDIPE Leadership isn’t about power; it’s about influencing and inspiring others, fostering collaboration, and taking responsibility to guide a team towards a shared goal; true leaders empower their people rather than exerting control through authority – Laura Weakley. Why is it that Nigeria is regarded as a …
Read More »Gambari At 80: A Modest Proposal
For the record: BY WALE ADEBANWI As we patiently waited with others for the elevator to arrive on the ground floor of the Nigerian Mission to the United Nations in New York this September morning (only one of the elevators was working!), a few people who recognized him seemed to …
Read More »Osun 2026: Crossroads and Consequences (1)
Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE My experience as a Branch Internal Auditor in a now-consolidated commercial bank during the 2000s taught me the importance of accountability and oversight in institutions. In this role, I identified exceptions, assessed their impact, and recommended corrective actions. This skillset has since informed my understanding of …
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