(Published in the Nigerian Tribune on Monday, 22 July, 2024) An old friend reviewed the ways of this government and said he thought Bola Tinubu should be afraid of the Greeks. “Yes, especially if they come with gifts,” I added to my friend’s warning. He smiled; I nodded. In that short conversation, we had just gone through the mythical Trojan ... Read More »
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Dangote challenges NMDPRA, tests diesel in the presence of House Reps leadership
says “Our diesel is the best in Nigeria, meets international standard “ … lab test reveals 88ppm sulphur content in Dangote’s diesel, over 1,800ppm in imported diesel … Speaker commends state-of-the-art technology; assures Dangote of NA’s support President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has asserted that products refined at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals, the world’s largest single train ... Read More »
Power Currency: The Conspiracy Against Bola Tinubu. (Part One). -By Dr Jimoh Ibrahim CFR.
What is Tinubu’s offence? The failure to use power as trading currency not leaning from Henry VIII of England (1491–1547), who imprisoned and executed those who would not sign his Act of Supremacy establishing the English monarch as head of the Church of England, including even his ‘good friend’ Thomas More Louis XIV of France (1638-1715) who he simply killed! ... Read More »
“LASPARK Begins Renovation of Ndubuisi Kanu Park in Alausa, Partial Closure Announced”
The Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (@LASPARKLagos) has announced the commencement of rehabilitation works at Ndubuisi Kanu Park in Alausa. A statement signed by Adetoun Popoola, General Manager of LASPARK said the Park, named after a former Governor of Lagos State (1977 – 1978), Rear Admiral (Rtd.) Ndubuisi Godwin Kanu, is one of several recreational parks under the Agency’s ... Read More »
“Government Urged to Address Governance Failures Amid Public Discontent”. by Fidelis Duker.
Lately, my Facebook friends have been questioning why I rarely engage in discussions about national and international issues. The reason for my silence is rooted in my exhaustion from writing about governance without witnessing any significant improvements, while the political class continues to perpetuate poverty among the masses. This sense of disillusionment has led me to adopt a stance of ... Read More »
Lagos State Sanitation Advocacy Campaign Intensifies: Government Pledges Continuous Efforts
The Lagos State Government on Sunday reiterated its commitment to continue to take the sanitation advocacy Campaign for residents round the state until residents imbibe the culture of good environmental sanitation and hygienical practices. Addressing Market traders / residents at Alamutu Market, Idi – Oro Mushin during the community based Sanitation Exercise/ Sensitization, the Special Adviser on Environment, Engr. Olakunle ... Read More »
Kperogi Clarifies: Channels TV’s Seun Okinbaloye Still Employed
Contrary to widespread speculation on social media, Seun Okinbaloye, a prominent anchor with Channels TV, has not been fired from the station. This clarification was made by a Mass Communication professor and famous newspaper columnist, Farooq Kperogi, who spoke directly with Okinbaloye. Kperogi said he had an exclusive conversation with the television anchor on Saturday morning, who confirmed that he ... Read More »
Gov. Umo Eno’s Vision for Ibom Towers: A Strategic Investment in Lagos. By Michael Effiong
In the last few days, I have been inundated by a barrage of questions “Why is your Governor investing in Lagos? What is the rationale behind a project like this in Lagos State instead of Akwa Ibom where it will create jobs and empower the local contractors? Why now when people are hungry? It has been questions galore all referring ... Read More »
“Joe Igbokwe and Bayo Onanuga: The Faces of Unreason in Looming Nigerian Protest”
The two individuals that no longer surprise me at all are Citizens Joe Igbokwe and Bayo Onanuga, however in the present instance I wonder what sycophancy and court-jesting have done to their ability to discern the times and by jove incline their hearts to wisdom, apologies to the Holy Book. Joe Igbokwe in the service of his master decided perhaps ... Read More »
“Police Denounce Baseless Claims Dragging IGP into Land Dispute, Reaffirm Commitment to Law and Order”
The Nigeria Police Force has noted with amusement the recent allegations made against the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, in connection with a land dispute involving one Ms. Bilikisu Ishaqu Aliyu and the Yesufu family. We find it necessary to address these unfounded claims and provide clarity on the matter, more so that the claims painted the police ... Read More »