OPINION

Opinion: BY WOLE OLADIPO The two erstwhile Lagos State Military Governors, before 1999 – Olagunsoye Oyinlola, a retired general, (later, became the Osun State civilian governor), and Buba Marwa, a retired brigadier general, (the present performing NDLEA Chairman), were diametrically sterling, and excellent, but opposites, in that Oyinlola created wealth …

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE The trend of endorsing governors for a second term has gained significant momentum. This trend is particularly noteworthy in the context of Nigeria’s political landscape, where endorsements can make or break a candidate’s chances of winning. In various states, governors have received endorsements from diverse groups …

Opinion: BY LANRE OGUNDIPE Mr. President, l urged you to please stop the threats emanating from security agencies on the proposed nationwide protest. All you need to do is to engage Nigerians and plead for their understanding. You also need to inform them of the efforts you are making to …

Opinion: BY TOPE ADEWUNMI On the 22nd June, 2024, the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, issued three new Executive Orders aimed at fostering sustainable development, environmental conservation, and responsible mining practices. The third of the Executive Orders addresses land management and mining activities by prohibiting traditional rulers from entering …

Opinion: BY EKEMINI JAMES  In a world where political leaders often seem detached from the struggles of the common man, I find Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State completely in a different light; a dimension of discernment, empathy, compassion, and most of all, one who would go all out …

Opinion: BY LANRE OGUNDIPE “The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionable integrity.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower The age-long Ibadan cherished ascension to the throne of Olubadan of Ibadanland was on Friday, July 8, 2024 axed by Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde, when he threw spanners into the works, …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA  – Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, has commended the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for his unwavering support during the one-year anniversary of the House of Assembly. Elemide noted that the governor has been able to provide the Assembly …

Opinion: BY DR. TITILOPE DOKUNMU Covid-19 is no longer a scare around the world because the pandemic is over, it is now a long-term disease just like any other infectious disease that is treated according to standard guidelines. However, there is a silent creeping burden of post covid-19 impact on …

Opinion: BY TUNDE BELLO I was taken aback upon reading an article by Seye Abodunrin that praises Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, titled “Dapo Abiodun and Burden of Inherited Infrastructure Deficit.” I must express my disappointment with the writer for what appears to be a biased article. It is …

Opinion: BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Central to the issue is Nigeria’s quest for economic independence, the Dangote Refinery stands as a symbol of Nigeria’s potential to harness its abundant oil resources for domestic prosperity. However, recent efforts to undermine its operations have ignited widespread concern and a call for unified action …